The YMCA of Northwest Florida has announced that the Community YMCA at Gulf Breeze will close on Monday, Aug. 26, for total renovation to better serve its growing membership.
The location, formerly Gulf Breeze Aerobics & Fitness, has doubled its membership since the Y took over in December 2022. YMCA leadership has determined that closure will allow the fastest, safest, and most cost-effective approach to this floor-to-ceiling renovation, which will reopen before the end of the year.
“After hearing from our members, watching usage data, and observing current trends, we’ve planned a refreshed facility that will serve the most members possible in this location,” said CEO Michael Bodenhausen. “We appreciate the patience members have shown while we’ve carefully planned what will look and feel like a brand new Y.”
The updated facility will include three virtual personal studios, updated group fitness and
functional training equipment, individual locker rooms, a multipurpose space for intergenerational programming, new flooring and lighting, and an open concept. The location will continue to offer live group exercise classes, a robust offering of cardio and strength equipment, and 24/7 access.
“We’re really going to be able to meet the needs of the members that are there, said Director of Advancement Andrea Rosenbaum. “Construction can be messy, noisy, and dusty. For our Gulf Breeze members, we are incentivizing them: ‘Stay with us during those three months. We’re going to give you access to all other YMCAs. We will have an opportunity for you to bring a buddy during some workout times.’ And we’ll draw for somebody to get a free membership in 2025.”
To learn, visit ymcanwfl.org.
