Information about YMCA Hamilton Recreation Centre

Pembroke St 36
3204, Hamilton
+64 7-838 2529

Opening hours

  • Monday: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM
  • Sunday: 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM

Make 2022 your year! Shake it off at Zumba or build endurance with Spin; we got you covered either way. Join now and pay only $9.95 per week for your first 3 months!

We are open, safe to visit and doing our best. Thank you for your understanding of any disruption to your normal class schedule caused by short-notice staffing changes - this will be temporary.

YMCA Hamilton has a long history of being a central and influential part of the community. As the first ever fitness and recreational centre in Hamilton, enriching lives and encouraging health and well-being through fitness, education, fun and recreation is in our DNA.

We believe that strong families have fun and stay healthy together. The fitness facilities and programmes on offer at YMCA Hamilton will help to get your family moving together. We have programmes for children and adults and families, a fully equipped fitness centre, group fitness classes and a range of membership options to suit your needs. We also promote and facilitate a variety of community based programmes enjoyed by people from all walks of life and all ages.

It’s so important to give kids the best possible start in life, and that’s why we offer a fantastic range of kids’ programmes. We have gymnastics, Tumbling and Parkour.

To build strong communities, YMCA Hamilton believes in providing facilities and services to help communities get together including casual use of the basketball courts to shoot some hoops! If you need a venue in Hamilton, whether it’s for a children’s birthday party, sports tournament or corporate functions we can help you out.

At our central location we have free, off-street parking, making our centre an easy option for families and individuals of all ages and fitness levels. Come and check us out – we’d love to meet you and your family!

YMCA of AucklandCnr Pitt St & Greys Ave, AucklandPrivate Bag 92150, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142, New Zealand0064 9 303 2068 [email protected]

YMCA Hamilton Recreation Centre: Opinions

4.1/5 (31 Opinions)
R T 1 month ago

Fantastic experience: My time at this fitness facility has been exceptionally positive, surpassing my experiences at two other local gyms. The reception staff are consistently smiley, atmosphere feels upbeat. I am chuffed with the gym's equipment, which operates efficiently in response to user input. The boxing classes provide a stimulating challenge, and most of all, I do value the non-judgmental environment. This has truly been a worthwhile decision. Cheers, Team Y! ☆☆☆☆☆

Tangle Ann 7 months ago

Negative experience: Need to train their gymnastic staff. One just basically stood looking bored, not paying attention to her kids. no instruction, no correction. Nothing

Sino George 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: The YMCA in Hamilton is a fantastic community hub that offers a wide range of services and facilities, making it one of the best places to stay active and connected in the area. I’ve had the chance to visit a few times, and each experience has been incredibly positive. The gym facilities are excellent, with a wide range of equipment that suits all levels of fitness. Whether you're looking to lift weights, use cardio machines, or take part in group fitness classes, the YMCA has it all. I personally enjoy their group classes, as they’re always led by enthusiastic and supportive instructors who make it easy to stay motivated. From yoga to high-intensity interval training (HIIT), the variety of classes available means you can mix things up and keep your workouts interesting. Beyond fitness, the YMCA in Hamilton is great for families and people of all ages. The swimming pool is another standout feature. It's well-maintained, and I love that it’s suitable for both casual swimmers and those who want to focus on fitness. Plus, there are a variety of programs for kids, including swimming lessons, sports camps, and after-school care, making it an ideal place for families to stay active together. What really stands out to me about the YMCA is the sense of community. The staff are always friendly, welcoming, and dedicated to creating a positive environment. Whether you're there for a workout, a swim, or just to enjoy the social aspect, it’s easy to feel at home. Overall, the YMCA in Hamilton is a fantastic place to be. It provides excellent fitness facilities, a wide variety of programs, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it more than just a gym—it’s a community space where people of all ages can come together, get active, and improve their well-being.

gareth hastie 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Nice easy relaxed gym.

Deanna Nathan 11 months ago

Negative experience: This place sucks! For the school holiday programs. For 4 kids attending their program it cost almost 2000 dollars !!! Going to the movies was 70 bux !!! These r kids !! And all they got was a box of popcorn while the attendees brought pop corn and ice cream and drinks. This program needs to be shut down or revised!!! DONT SEND YOUR KIDS UNLESS ITS ABSOLUTE TOTURE YIU WANT FOR YOUR KIDS FOR A HIGH PRICE

Kay Jay 1 year ago

Negative experience: Grose! Naked males in the spa and sauna. Disgusting and unhygenic.

John O'Connor 1 year ago

Positive experience: Used to give the Hamilton Y gym a 5 star review. Not because it had the niftiest equipment - it doesn't. Not because there was ample, easy parking - there isn't. Not even because they have the lowest fees - they don't. Even so, I would recommend it to everyone because of the sense of community. You felt like more than just a weekly fee. You felt part of something. You felt known. Now, and it really saddens me, I can't with integrity give it 5 stars. Or even recommend it. The people attending the gym are still GREAT. But the way it's now run makes you feel like either a fee or a problem.

Val Treanor 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Going there to pick up 8yr old Grand Daughter from school holiday program - they are very security concious which is good, the kids Love the activities and come home tired and hungry - nothing left over in her lunch box which isca good sign

Rafael Campos 2 years ago

Negative experience: I'm giving 2 stars only because the staff is great. The place itself is a 1 star. Old and not well-maintained equipment; the "cold plunge" is more like an improvised pool with room temperature water (if they do anything to make it colder than room temp, it's not working); the sauna smells like fungi and it's not hot enough; lockers are not safe at all... I could keep going, but I think it's clear enough. Yeah, it's cheaper than most places, but for like 20% more you would have access to a much better gym. Just to exemplify, I've chosen to go to Les Mills. It's usually an expensive place, but with their $100 discount this month and the student package, I'll be paying less than if I had joined the Y. I would have chosen even if I had to pay considerably more, what to say paying less?! Anyway, the Y might be interesting for some specific group, but I can't see the appeal if you're an adult student.

Vivienne Murray 2 years ago

Negative experience: Poor service

Gary Jacobs 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Good time watching kids basket ball game.

elgan evans 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Solid spot. Trainers are fantastic. Good mix of people. Choice to see our older folk taking care of themselves by doing what they can.

Sally Moyle 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very helpful and friendly staff. Great programmes for kids including gymnastics and parkour.

Leslie Ashford 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: its just a great place to tone up cheapfees great staff,meet real people

Nicole 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly and fun place

Robert Strickland 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Jst joined the YMCA gym.first impressions,Great.Staff,awesome,receptionists,Wonderful.Great atmosphere,amazing facilities and equipment.extremely affordable. Most definitely recommend to all walks of life.Thank your everyone at the YMCA.

Mo Kayed 6 years ago

Positive experience: Very good place for children to practice mini ball. It will be better if they have enough parking space

Mohamed Kayed 6 years ago

Positive experience: Very good place for children to practice mini ball. It will be better if they have enough parking space

Somitha Joseph 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Childcare center - Great staff and lovely atmosphere for the little ones.

Emma Adams 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best gym experience right here. Gyms can be pretty intimidating but not the YMCA the staff and other members are super friendly. Trainers are super helpful, not standoff ish or intimidatng. Memberships include everything which is nice. The classes are really great! And they've got an awesome deal for flat situations, which is a great way to encourage those you live with and to have fun working out together. They've got a good range of equipment and a good amount of space.

nina hubbard 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great gym and awesome staff!

Roy Cresswell 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly Staff ,great sauna but no plunge pool tho Great place for older folks

Vivek Gupta 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Fabulous place! Go for it

P Williams 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mint time

Relyz Oner 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mint time

Prakash Prasanna 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Full off positive energy and full of fun.

michelle anthony 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic environment, friendly members and staff who are all encouraging

Reuben John Rink 7 years ago

Positive experience: Great my son won basketball 52-0

Wade Jack-Midgley 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Small gym but good atmosphere staff are great

Uhiwaero Tume-Brotherson 9 years ago

Positive experience: At YMCA Hamilton Recreation its very good there

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