More than just your downtown fitness connection!
We are a vibrant community center grounded in the belief that contemporary Jewish sensibilities can be a source of inspiration, connection, and learning for the individuals and families we serve throughout downtown Manhattan. We focus on health and fitness, education and enrichment programs, and innovative arts and cultural programming.
We are committed to the development of the whole person and bettering people’s lives and strengthening individual and family connections by building an inclusive and sustainable community.
The 14th Street Y is part of Educational Alliance, which brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities.
Three for Free
Holiday Membership Sale
Become a 14Y member between now and Friday, December 6 and get THREE FREE personal training sessions!
PAUSE/PLAY: LABA Lights
Saturday, December 7 | 3:00 – 6:00 PM
The 14Y invites you to a festive community Hanukkah celebration with the 14Y LABA Artist Fellows. Join us for an afternoon of lights, laughter, sufganyot, celebration, and relaxation. Free event!
New Country Day Camp
Registration Open!
New Country Day Camp is a joyful and inclusive community where your child can build meaningful connections and explore the natural world around them. Located at the 75-acre Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds in the forest of the Staten Island Greenbelt, campers will have a blast with high-quality programs rooted in the outdoors.
A Golem from Buenos Aires // theater
December 14 – 22
A Golem in Buenos Aires is a multidisciplinary theater play for the whole family, inspired by the Jewish legend of the Golem of Prague. In this original performance, an unexpected event unfolds a new hilarious, poetic, moving story.
Join With A Friend Membership Deal
Now Through December 15, 2019
Now is the perfect time to join and get ready for the new year. Stay active and feel great throughout the holiday season by becoming a 14Y member today. Come in with a friend and you each get a free month of membership, plus we’ll waive $50 off the initiation fee!
Featured Content
Our Blog

Bringing A Golem To NYC
Bringing Golem to New York City: The Story of Our International LABA Show “A Golem from Buenos Aires” is a multidisciplinary family-friendly show inspired by a Jewish legend and incubated…
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Mindful, Kind Kids: World Kindness Day
“Hello friends! Now let’s all sing and wave hello.” I have been telling stories in the nursery school classrooms for four years now. We often get to celebrate Shabbat together…
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A Portrait’s Worth a Thousand Words
The 14th Street Y has had the privilege of showcasing some amazing gallery exhibits, and more than a few of our photography shows have been the work of Bridget Badore!…
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