More than just your downtown fitness community
The 14th Street Y is a vibrant Jewish community center located in Downtown Manhattan. Each year, tens of thousands of New Yorkers of all ages, races, and ethnicities come to 14Y as members, visitors, or partners to experience our high quality and varied programs centered around arts and culture, early childhood education, summer camps, fitness and aquatics, Jewish life, and older adult services.
Highlighted Events
Portrait Drawing Basics for Beginners
Thursdays, May 15, 22, & 29
14Y | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Unlock your creativity and learn the fundamentals of capturing the human face in this beginner-friendly portrait drawing class.
Roleplaying Game Night for Teens
Monday, May 19
14Y | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Explore the incredible world of role-playing games during this free trial evening with a seasoned game master. For ages 10-15.
On Being A Jewish Parent Now With Zibby Owens
Tuesday, May 20
14Y | 5:30 PM
Join for a candid and heartfelt conversation exploring the complexities, challenges, and unexpected joys of Jewish parenting.
What Makes Food Jewish? A Conversation and Tasting
Wednesday, May 21
14Y | 7:00 PM
Explore Jewish food traditions from Ethiopia, Israel, and Italy — followed by Ethiopian Jewish bites.
Hip Hop Latin Dance Class
Friday, May 30
14Y | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Get in the groove with this high energy Latin Hip Hop Dance Class. All levels welcome!
Teen Pickleball Clinic
Saturdays in June
14Y | 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Join us for a beginner-friendly pickleball clinic designed for teens ages 13-17. No equipment or experience needed.