The 10 Best Gyms in New York — 2026
We compared all 885 gyms in New York on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.
#1 · Dodge YMCABrooklyn Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes
#2 · Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness CenterBuffalo Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes
#3 · Equinox East 61st StreetNew York Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes
#4 · FitLife East IslipEast Islip Childcare / kids clubSauna or steamNo contractGroup classes
#5 · Greenpoint YMCABrooklyn Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes
#6 · Harbor Fitness GO!New York Sauna or steam24-hour accessNo contractGroup classes
#7 · UFC GYM Long IslandNorth Hempstead Childcare / kids clubSauna or steam24-hour accessGroup classes
#8 · McBurney YMCANew York Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes
#9 · Midtown Athletic ClubRochester Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes
Mon-Thu 5am-11pm, Fri 5am-10pm, Sat 6am-9pm, Sun 7am-9pm
#10 · Capital District YMCA - Troy BranchTroy Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes
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How we rank: every listing earns points for verified services
(childcare / kids club, swimming pool, sauna or steam, 24-hour access, no contract, group classes),
posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.