PROJECT OVERVIEW

REVITALIZING OUR Y: COMPLETE GUIDE TO OUR FACILITY RENOVATION

Exciting transformations are underway at our Y! We are excited to announce a renovation project aimed at revitalizing our locker room facilities. This endeavor is more than just a facelift; it’s a commitment to enhancing the member experience and meeting the evolving needs of our community.

The project will be completed in several phases, each designed to minimize disruption while maximizing improvements. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey and watch as our YMCA transforms into an even more inviting space for all our members. A locker room animated floor plan is on an easel in our front lobby. 

Phase 1:

The first phase of the project will include the following:

1. NEW Spin Studio
2. NEW Child Watch
3. Men’s & Women’s Locker Rooms
   1. Demo work
   2. Reconfiguration of the layout
   3. Updated plumbing
   4. Updated electrical
   5. Individual showers (Four total with two being ADA accessible)
   6. Two dry changing stalls
   7. New fixtures
   8. New day-use lockers
4. Aquatics Office
   1. Office will be permanently relocated
   2. Demo work
5. Two NEW Family ADA Accessible Locker Rooms
   1. ADA accessible shower
   2. ADA accessible toilet
   3. Sink
   4. Hooks for hanging items
   5. NEW day locker bay in the common area
6. Two ADA lifts
   1. Upper lobby lift – ADA accessibility from upper lobby to lower lobby
   2. Lower lobby/pool lift – ADA accessibility from lower lobby to pool deck
7. Updated infrastructure
   1. New plumbing
   2. New electrical
   3. NEW HVAC/dehumidifier combo unit for Locker Rooms

Phase 2:

1. Lower lobby restrooms remodel
   1. Convert current restrooms into four family restrooms
   2. One restroom will be ADA accessible
2. Updated lower lobby tile

Phase 3:

1. NEW electrical main panels
2. Updated signage

The Athens-McMinn Family YMCA locker rooms will be closing on September 30^th for renovation. The locker rooms are expected to open in late Spring upon completion. Other areas of the facility will be affected intermittently throughout the duration of the project. For a complete overview of areas impacted and a list of FAQs during the project, please scroll down.

Please accept our sincerest apologies for this disruption and know we are working hard to provide alternative options. Below are answers to your most frequently asked questions regarding the locker room closure and renovation. Please call us at 423-745-4904 if you can’t find what you’re looking for.

Project Areas of Impact

Project FAQs