On June 17, 2014 news regarding plans to build a new YMCA topped by condos on Kingston Rd was received with mixed reactions from residents in the Beaches. However, if you were to visit Kingston Rd between Beech and Balsam today you would see that construction has already been ongoing. The plan is to combine a two-floor YMCA with six-floors of Beech House Condos. This new seven-story building has replaced the old Y building from 1953, the Sherrin Funeral Home from the 1920s and two houses on 218 & 220 Balsam Avenue. The new facilities will include a pool, a gym and three and half levels of private and public parking.
Expected to open in 2019, this state-of-the-art YMCA Centre is 60,000 sq. ft. costing about $29 million. It will be able to serve up to 10,000 members with a focus on helping children, teens and families grow strong- physically, mentally and socially. The goal is to unite the neighbourhood as a community by providing a wide range of gathering spaces and programs for people of all ages. The new Kingston Road YMCA will be located at 907 Kingston Road, the closest major intersection is Kingston Road and Victoria Park Avenue.
Here are a few programs that will be offered:
Recreational sports, including basketball, volleyball, and badminton
Programs for children, including swim lessons, martial arts, and dance
Group fitness classes (Pilates, yoga, Bootcamp, Kettlebell, and more!)
Programs for youth, including Youth Leadership Development and Teen Nights
Personal Training
Functional training equipment and programs
Family-friendly activities and special events
Programs for seniors
Certification courses
Volunteer opportunities
and much more!
The current floor plan incorporates:
A full gymnasium
Two pools and a whirlpool
Multi-purpose fitness studios
A conditioning and weight room
Now that the new YMCA has officially opened ground, this is another good reason to move to the Beaches. Call me for more information.