West Essex YMCA
Amenities
Fitness Centers
Get in shape and enjoy your workout with a wide variety of state-of-the-art cardiovascular and strength machines and free weights. Cardio and strength training areas are open during Wellness Center hours.
Treadmills, free weights, strength machines-cybex circuit, stationary bikes, steppers, rowing machines, upper cycle, elliptical machines, assisted dip and pull-up machine. Members must be 14 years and up to use the Wellness Center.
Members are encouraged to make an appointment for a free orientation of the Wellness Center. Learn how all the equipment operates and what the facility has to offer.
Workout clothes are required including athletic shoes.
Gymnasium and basketball courts
Open for free play of games including basketball and other activities.
Indoor Pool
Swimming helps people thrive in and out of the water! Our 4-lane, 25-yard heated pool is kept warm year round and set up for lap swimming, swim lessons, aquatics classes, and more.
Swim Lessons
As the largest provider of swim lessons in the country, there’s no one more qualified than the Y to ensure swimmers build confidence with every stroke.
Lap Swimming and Water Exercise
Whether you are a beginning swimmer or on your way to the Olympics, the Y is a great place to make a splash! Lap Swim for Ages 16+ and Adult Recreational Swim for ages 18+ available.
Family Swim
Join your family, neighbors, and friends in the pool for Recreational Swim. Family swimming for active members of the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges.
All swimmers must shower before entering the pool area, wear foot coverings until entering the water and place belongings in designated area on pool deck. All non-swimmers and children under 7 years old must be accompanied in the water by an adult within arms reach.
Lockers
Four locker rooms available:
Adult locker rooms for ages 18+
Boys and Girls locker rooms for kids up to age 18.
Adults with kids 6 and under - use boys and girls locker rooms.
Sauna and Steam Rooms
Located in Adult Locker Rooms for ages 18+.
Sauna is open. Steam room to open in September 2021.
Child Watch
Workout in the fitness center, take an exercise class or swim in the pool while your child has fun in a supervised play area.
Free WiFi
WiFi is free and available for use while you work out.
