About the Downtown YMCA
The YMCA has had a branch located in downtown Milwaukee since beginning operations in Milwaukee over 150 years ago. The current location of the Downtown YMCA opened in 1998 in the historic John Plankinton Building (which also houses the Shops of the Grand Avenue).
The Downtown YMCA features a wide variety of group exercise classes to challenge and motivate you. Our health and fitness equipment is state of the art, and our staff and volunteers will work with you to define your goals and get you started on the path to achieving them.
The Downtown YMCA isn't just about adult fitness. Each weekday, our after-school mentoring programs help middle- and high-school students to work with adult mentors from the community.
As part of the Urban Campus initiative, the Downtown center, along with the Parklawn, Northside and Community Development Centers, work together in order to provide the programming and services needed to meet the needs of families and individuals within the central city.
Learn more about Strong Kids, view the video, read the brochure, donate today!
Class Information
The YMCA offers a variety of group exercise classes, most of which are free with membership. We have a countless variety of classes, which means you can keep your workout fresh. And by offering a flexible schedule you can find classes that fit your time. Our certified instructors make these classes so much fun, it won't feel like a workout! Take a look at our offerings...
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Have you seen the Program & Membership Catalog?
Pick one up at your YMCA or click here |
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February is I Love Group Exercise Month
Join us on the following dates as we launch new music and choreography for your favorite classes.
Zumba |
Wed., Feb. 3 |
5:35pm |
Studio B |
| BodyCombat |
Tues., Feb 9 |
5:35pm |
Studio B |
| BodyAttack |
Wed., Feb 10 |
5:35pm |
Studio D |
| BodyStep |
Sat., Feb 13 |
9:15am |
Studio D |
| BodyPump |
Mon., Feb 15 |
6:45pm |
Studio D |
| Y-Cycle |
Wed., Feb 24 |
5:45pm |
Studio F |
It’s time for Your Group Exercise Program’s biggest Strong Kids Campaign. Please come out and support our efforts by making a pledge or a donation at one of these exciting Class Launches.
Not only does your donation go towards a worthy cause, you also get to vote for the new class that we introduce in the spring and qualify to win wonderful prizes donated by other Y-Members.
Ask Any Staff Member for more details on how to participate and contribute
Y-Cycle: Additional Time Slots
Mondays / 5:00pm & 6:45pm
Tuesdays / 6:45pm
Group Exercise Presents:
Y-Centergy -
This new, modern dance movement based, class is designed to help strengthen your core, improve posture, gain stability and joint flexion. Low impact dance and stability drills are challenging and dynamic while, advancing your range of motion, to help you move stronger in your daily routine. Low impact movements are ideal for participants with back and joint issues. Come try it!
Tuesdays / 6:15-6:45pm / Studio E
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In order to serve you better, questions can be directed to the supervisor of each department. Here is a listing of contacts:
Group Exercise:
Lonnie Watts, (414) 274-0815, lwatts@ymcamke.org
Wellness Center:
Raschel Biagioli, (414) 274-0807, rbiagioli@ymcamke.org
Membership Sales:
Jason Perez, (414) 274-0812, jperez@ymcamke.org
Membership Service:
Dan Ramirez, (414) 274-0809, dramirez@ymcamke.org
Kid Care Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-1:30pm / 5:30pm-8:00pm
Friday & Saturday 9:00am --1:30pm
Sunday 9:00am-12:00pm
Driving Directions
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From Interstate 794 East take the Van Buren/Jackson Street Exit
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Go slight left (North) on Van Buren Street approximately 1 block to Michigan Street
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Turn left (West) onto Michigan Street and travel six blocks to Plankinton Avenue
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Turn right (North) on Plankinton Avenue and take an immediate left into the parking ramp
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The Downtown YMCA is located on the 4th floor of the John Plankinton Building
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Facility Features
Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment
Exercise bikes
Elliptical trainers
Rowing machines
Stairclimbers/Steppers
Treadmills
Wellness Programs
Kit Lockers/Laundry Service
Kid Care
Personal Training
Indoor Running/Walking Track
(1/6 mile)
Sauna
Snack Bar
Steam Room
Strength Training Equipment
Cybex
Fitlinxx
Free Weights
Towel Service (add-on)
Whirlpool |
