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Fogelman Downtown YMCA

245 Madison Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
901-527-9622website
Area: Downtown

We always enjoy walking into these community centers because the staffs are so polite and helpful. This particular facility is no exception. Housed in a multi-level building since 1909, the Fogelman YMCA underwent a $4.5 million interior overhaul in 1989. In Dember of 2012, they replaced all the equipment on the fitness floor with new Technogym pieces. The Fogelman Y provides comfort with its well-tailored selection of high-level machines and nurturing lap pool.

Indicative of the Y's ongoing equipment replacement process, the fitness area mixes old and new. Technogym and Free Motion pieces are in one "circuit" section, with a more classic free weight and bench section separated unto themself. A spinning studio, with 18 Technogym spin bikes, as well as room for two TRX trainers, boxing bags, as well as a pair of fitness ropes, will meet your high-intensity training needs. Windows throughout the facility afford plenty of sunlight during the day, and a few even overlook the AAA baseball park, so game watching calorie burning is a distinct possibility.

The pool received a welcome re-paint and swimmers should approve. Floating lane lines, bottom stripes, equipment, and a pace clock are all here. And the water temperature was fine during our water frolic.

Admission fees will vary depending on the hotel you select. Ten bucks is the norm, but Holiday Inn Select, Doubletree, and Hampton Inn all receive a $3 discount. Bring cash, your room key and an ID. Towels are provided and the locker rooms/showers are adequate for a simple clean-up.

Work Out Onsite

Cardio
TreadmillsTechnogym
Upright BikeTechnogym
Recumbent BikeTechnogym
EllipticalTechnogym
StepperStairMaster
RowingConcept 2
Strength
Dumbbells3-100 lbs
Free WeightsYes
Hammer StrengthYes
MachinesParamount
OtherFree Runner, SciFit UBE
Swim
In / OutIndoor
Lap-Swim GradeC
Lanes6
Length25 yards
Temperature 82 degrees
ToysKickboards, Pull-buoys, Pace Clock
Other
MastersYes
ClassesYes
HoursM-Th 5a to 10p, F 5a to 8p, Sat 7a to 5p, Sun 12p to 5p
Cost$10/day; if you're at Holiday Inn Select, Doubletree, and Hampton Inn, bring $7 cash, room key and ID
TVYes
ExtrasBasketball, Racquetball

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