YMCA

I’ve been a member of a couple different YMCA locations over the years, and visited many others for out-​of-​town distance running events– and the Huntington Parkview YMCA is, to date, one of my favorites. It is well maintained, boasts an excellent AND varied ensemble of well-​thought out weight lifting equipment, plenty of treadmills and a wonderful pool.
This YMCA has also done something that is extremely impressive in my opinion– it pursues the good of the community by expanding it’s offerings to more than just athletics/​strength (which it does very well) and incorporates both fine arts and theatre performance. I was requested to head up the first art program five years ago, and have taught both two week summer art camp sessions and Saturday morning classes for children ages 5 – 16. we’ve done this program every year since, with great integration into the overall scope of what the Y does. The desire of the board to see this kind of quality, and support of it, is invaluable in my opinion. I love working with the staff and gladly donate my time whenever I’m able!
If you’re considering moving to Huntington or are already here and contemplating getting a membership, DO SO without hesitation. The money will be returned ten-​fold.