We're upgrading the Taylor Bend Family YMCA

We're updating the Y from October 6–24. Get ready for a fresh fitness experience!

Jump to: Open Throughout Renovation | Floor Installation Closures | New Fitness Equipment

We’re excited to announce that the Taylor Bend Family YMCA is getting an upgrade! Starting October 6, we’re upgrading our fitness spaces with new rubber flooring and state-of-the-art equipment to give you even more ways to reach your goals. We know that projects like this can be disruptive to your routine, so we are working in zones on the 2nd floor to maximize your access to fitness spaces while the installation is completed.

• Zone A: The cardio area that overlooks the gymnasium.
• Zone B: The cardio area that faces the wall of TVs and half of the Cybex Eagle strength circuit (furthest from the elevator)
• Zone C: The functional fitness area near the group exercise room and the other half of the Cybex Eagle strength circuit (nearest the elevator)

As a reminder, your membership also gives you access to all YMCA of South Hampton Roads locations, including the nearby YMCA of Portsmouth and Suffolk Family YMCA.

OPEN THROUGHOUT RENOVATION

• Fitness and cycling classes will be held as scheduled throughout the renovation.
• The walking track will remain open throughout the renovation. Please proceed with caution when equipment is being moved as we may need to cross the track.
• Elevator will remain open throughout the project, except for when flooring is installed directly in front of the elevator.
• You may be briefly redirected to the back stairwell to access the 2nd floor when flooring is installed near stairs. Directional signage will be posted.

PLANNED FLOOR INSTALLATION TIMELINE

This timeline is updated as of 9/26/2025. Please check back for any changes as the work progresses.

October 6–7:

• 1st floor free weight center and gymnasium closed
  The gymnasium will be used to store equipment from the free weight center while flooring is installed.
• 2nd floor wellness center open for member use

October 8–9:

• 1st floor free weight center and gymnasium closed
• 2nd floor Zone A and Zone C closed
• 2nd floor Zone B open

October 10–13:

• 1st floor free weight center and gymnasium open
• 2nd floor Zone B open
• 2nd floor Zone A and Zone C closed

October 14:

• 1st floor free weight center and gymnasium open
• 2nd floor Zone B open through mid-morning
• 2nd floor Zone A opens late afternoon
• 2nd floor Zone C closed

October 15–24:

• 1st floor free weight center and gymnasium open
• 2nd floor Zone A open
• 2nd floor Zone B and Zone C closed

October 25: All areas open with fresh new floors!

New Equipment arrives in November

We’re excited to bring new fitness equipment in early November. On the day equipment is installed, the Y may close for member safety. More details will be added as they become available from our equipment installation team.