Our heart is in the heart of downtown.
A historic landmark in downtown Indy, the YMCA at the Athenaeum has a rich heritage.
Center Features
Just a few blocks from bustle of Mass Ave, the YMCA at the Athenaeum offers access to workout facilities and programs in the center of downtown Indy. It boasts a range of equipment—including cardio and Cybex® strength machines, a coed sauna, 1,000 square feet of free weights, and three studios for cycling and group exercise.
Locker rooms equipped with showers and free nearby parking for members make it easy to fit in a workout over lunch or after the workday ends. The center also features a Play & Learn center for families with a household membership, and Silver Sneakers® memberships. And it’s easy to reach using IndyGo Route 3.
Featured Programs
Family Special Activities
Movie night. Parents’ day out. Mother’s and Father’s Day celebrations. Whatever your family’s speed, the YMCA is the perfect playground.
Personal Training
Personal trainers are part-coach, part-mentor, part-friend, and even part-drill instructor at times. You may not always like your trainer, but you will absolute...
Small Group Training
Small Group Training includes unlimited access to all Small Group Training classes and all Performance classes. Members receive preferred rates.
Chronic Disease Prevention
Discover YMCA programs for a healthier life, including diabetes prevention, fitness, and stress management.
Family Special Activities
Movie night. Parents’ day out. Mother’s and Father’s Day celebrations. Whatever your family’s speed, the YMCA is the perfect playground.
Personal Training
Personal trainers are part-coach, part-mentor, part-friend, and even part-drill instructor at times. You may not always like your trainer, but you will absolute...
Small Group Training
Small Group Training includes unlimited access to all Small Group Training classes and all Performance classes. Members receive preferred rates.
Chronic Disease Prevention
Discover YMCA programs for a healthier life, including diabetes prevention, fitness, and stress management.
Upcoming Events
FREE “Try the Y” Day!
Kids’ Night Out at YMCA at the Athenaeum
Winter Health Challenge
Kids’ Night Out at YMCA at the Athenaeum
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Group Exercise
Group Exercise
Hear from real members and learn how the Y is making a difference throughout central Indiana.
The downtown YMCAs have helped me find the path to wellness. I've done two half marathons and learned so much about bicycle safety because of their encouragemen...
Sarah F.
Great people in the heart of Mass Ave, the coolest place to get your strides in.
Jay J.
I walk livelier and I am happier. I can now see my body as beautiful.
Kathleen P.
Just really missing the daily welcoming faces and especially Blane! I bought a step to do workouts until we meet again, but it's just not the same (although you...
Penny A.
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