Decatur Y Completes Renovations

The Decatur Family YMCA completed a major renovation in January. Local residents are invited to stop in for a tour to experience the new Y.

A new and expanded wellness center was added to the facility, located at 1100 Clairemont Avenue in the city of Decatur. In addition, there is a new group exercise studio, family dressing areas, free play center for children while parents work out, an updated aquatic center with a new whirlpool, adult dressing areas, teen center, and a new elevator.

The wellness center has strength training and cardio equipment and a free weight area. All the equipment is new and contains Cardio Theater personal viewing screens and FitLinxx, technology that tracks workouts.

“The investment in the Y is an investment in the residents in this area” says Bill McKoy, executive director. “The added space allows for more individuals and families to become involved in Y programs, activities and services. One program I recommend to all is The Coach Approach, a six-month exercise support process that helps people of any ability to start and stick with exercise. Best of all, it is free for all Y members.”

Additional off-street parking, green space, and sidewalks were included in the renovation to enhance the neighborhood.

For a guest pass to try the Y, visit http://www.ymcaatlanta.org/guestpass. For more information call 404-377-9622 or visit http://www.ymcaatlanta.org.