Our Facilities
O. Gene Bicknell Co-Ed Fitness Center
This area comprises 5000 sq. ft. and is one of the best fitness centers in
the four-state area. There is some $500,000 worth of cardio and strength
equipment in the O. Gene Bicknell Fitness Center. You must be a member of
the YMCA to use this area and you must also be at least in the ninth grade
or older.
The fitness center is complete with 36 pieces of Cybex weight
resistance machines designed to exercise all the muscle groups. There are
34 pieces of cardio equipment including treadmills, recumbent and stationary
bikes, elliptical machines, step mill, and a rower. There is a large
free-weight area and also an area that has plate-loaded machines. The
free-weight area has two cable cross-over, a Smith machine, squat rack,
all types of benches, and a hip sled. There are also a large number of
dumb bells going up to 145 pounds!
We recommend anyone using this area receive an orientation. No children
are allowed.
Women's Fitness Center
Our women's only fitness center is a great place to work out if you don't
want to use the co-ed fitness center. It has Cybex weight machines,
treadmills, and recumbent bikes.
This is a very quiet area and is a non-intimidating exercise atmosphere.
The weight machines are arranged in a circuit approach and can be
completed in less than 30 minutes. There is a TV for your viewing, and
an attendant is on staff from 4:00p.m. to 8:00p.m., Monday through
Thursday. Orientations may be set up at the YMCA Service Desk.
Swimming Pool
The YMCA has an indoor swimming pool and the water stays a comfortable
87 degrees year around. The pool is 25 yards in length and has 6 lanes.
Gymnasiums
There are two full size gymnasiums in the Pittsburg YMCA. They are used
for basketball, volleyball, and can also be used for walking or jogging
in the mornings. Normally, the evenings may be too busy for this type of
activity. Those involved in walking may keep track of their miles and
when they get 100 miles they will receive a free t-shirt.
Child Care
The YMCA has a state-licensed child care area. The daycare is set for 24
children 3 to 6 years old, but they must be toilet trained. We also
have a Pre-School center for those 3-5 years of age.
The YMCA conducts the after school programs at St. Mary's, Frontenac,
and Galena, as well as the site at the YMCA where children are picked up
at their school and brought to the Y for classes, etc.
We have a large summer camp and holiday camp for ages 6 to 12, and
free babysitting in the mornings and evenings for members working out
in the facility. Children must be toilet trained.
Racquetball
We have two racquetball courts and reservations are recommended.
Racquetball is free for members.
Gymnastics Center
Our 5000 sq.ft. gymnastics center is a great place for kids to take
gymnastics. We have a spring floor for participants and a tumbling pit.
We have also added a pre-school gymnastic studio
for our Parent-Toddler and 3-4 yr. old classes, with specialized equipment
for small children.
Dance Room
Our dance room is a busy place for our Academy of Dance. There is a TV
outside the room for parents to watch their children. We have also
added an additional dance room, Studio Two, to allow for more classes
and students.
Aerobic Center
Our 3000 sq.ft. aerobics center is a great place to offer our many
fitness classes. Mirrors are all along one side and there is a
great sound system. The floor is a special "soft" floor that absorbs
impact. This area is also used for some of our dance classes.
Whirlpool-Sauna-Steam Room
There is a whirlpool for both men and women at the YMCA. The men also
have a steam room and the women have a dry sauna.