Greenbush YMCA

Overview

The Greenbush YMCA, part of the Capital District YMCA (CDYMCA), is a comprehensive community fitness and wellness center offering sauna, steam room, and hot tub facilities alongside a wide array of recreational amenities. This non-profit facility emphasizes healthy living, personal growth, and community strengthening through accessible programs for all ages and abilities.

The overall atmosphere is welcoming, family-friendly, and energetic, fostering a sense of community in a modern, clean environment. Members enjoy a supportive space for relaxation in the sauna and steam room, recovery post-workout in the hot tub, and active pursuits like swimming and group classes. With indoor pools, tracks, and courts, it provides a holistic wellness experience blending relaxation, fitness, and social engagement.

Features & Amenities

• Sauna and Steam Room: Dedicated spaces for relaxation, detoxification, and recovery.
• Hot Tub: Adjacent to the indoor pool for therapeutic soaking.
• Indoor Heated Pool: Features lap lanes, open swim, and aqua classes.
• Indoor Walking/Running Track: For cardio without weather concerns.
• Strength and Cardio Equipment: Treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, and machines.
• Gymnasium: Basketball, volleyball, pickleball courts.
• Group Exercise Studios: For yoga, Zumba, Les Mills, cycling, and more.
• Child Watch and Prime Time: Supervised care for kids (family membership benefit).
• Additional Perks: Meeting rooms, Y-360 virtual platform, nationwide YMCA access, lockers, and pro shop.

Services

• Personal Training: Nationally certified trainers offer 1-on-1, partner, and group sessions focusing on strength, injury prevention, mobility, and more. Specialties include athletes, seniors, dancers, and weight loss.
  • Kickstart packages: $125–$175 (includes nutrition consult option).
  • Monthly packages: 1–12 sessions (30/60 min) from $60–$900.
  • Partner training: $60–$480 per person.
• Group Fitness Classes: Over 50 weekly options like Yoga (all levels), Zumba, Les Mills BODYATTACK/BODYPUMP, Aqua HIIT, Cycle, Pilates, HIIT, and SilverSneakers for seniors.
• Aquatics: Lap/open swim, swim lessons, water aerobics, aqua Zumba.
• Youth Programs: After-school care, day camps, teen activities, sports performance training.
• Wellness Support: Financial assistance, 30-day guarantee, senior discounts (e.g., SilverSneakers free access).

Pricing

• Membership (Monthly Rates):
  • Youth (18 & under): $36
  • Young Adult (19–29): $43
  • Senior (65+): $60
  • Adult (30+): $65
  • One-Adult Household: $86
  • Household: $106
  • Joiner fees: $25–$100 (waivable in some cases).
• Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub: Included with full-facility membership; no separate fees.
• Non-Member Day Pass: Adult $20, Family $45.
• Personal Training Add-ons: $60–$95 (non-members higher).
• Y-360 Virtual: Free for members or $9.99/month.
• Financial assistance available via Annual Campaign.

Location & Hours

• Address: 20 Community Way E., Greenbush, NY 12061 (Phone: (518) 477-2570).
  • Easy access via Google Maps; part of 10-branch CDYMCA network.
• Operating Hours:
  • Monday–Thursday: 5am–9pm
  • Friday: 5am–7pm
  • Saturday–Sunday: 7am–7pm
• Holidays: Closed Easter, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Christmas Day. Check site for others.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: As a non-profit community hub, Greenbush YMCA stands out with reciprocal access to 10 local branches and 2,000+ nationwide Ys, promoting inclusivity via scholarships and no-turn-away policy. Sauna/steam/hot tub integration with pools enhances recovery in a family-oriented setting. Certified trainers (NASM, ACE, etc.) provide personalized care; virtual tour available on YouTube. Emphasis on safety (e.g., child policies, inclement weather alerts) and holistic wellness (mind-body programs) differentiates it from commercial gyms.