Jim & Heather Gills YMCA is getting a facelift! - More Details »
Jim & Heather Gills YMCA is getting a facelift! - More Details »
We appreciate your patience while we make these improvements to the Jim & Heather Gills YMCA. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way. Please refer to this page for the most up-to-date information.
Update: February 18
The Men's and Women's locker rooms have been fully updated and are open!
What's New?
A clean, modern, refreshed space to start and end your workout feeling your best.
Still to come
Next up, the installation of our new artificial turf athletic field! With new lighting and a safe, high-quality playing surface, this field will support:
...and so much more! Construction is underway.
Thank you for sticking with us throughout our construction. We understand renovations can disrupt routines, and we truly appreciate your patience, flexibility and continued support as we invest in the future of your Y. Every improvement is made with our members and community in mind. We can't wait for you to exprience the new locker rooms and everything still to come!
Update: January 19
The south parking lot reopened today with an additional 44 parking spaces. This completes the renovation of the parking areas until Greystar completes work on the east side of the building. 
Update: December 11
The Fitness Floor will reopen on Monday, December 15 at 5AM with state-of-the-art equipment from Matrix Fitness and True Fitness, plus an expanded turf area ideal for functional training, core workouts, and stretching.
Members will enjoy modern, upgraded strength and cardio machines designed to help you get the most out of every workout, complete with enhanced features to make your time in the gym more effective and enjoyable. The space also includes new free weights for improved performance and safety. Our staff will be onsite and ready to assist with any questions and to help you get familiar with the new equipment.
During the closure, the Fitness Floor received all-new windows, fresh paint, and a thorough deep cleaning, giving the space a clean, bright, refreshed look.
We’re excited to welcome you back and sincerely appreciate your patience during this phase of our renovation project!
Meanwhile, work continues on the locker rooms, which are scheduled to open in early 2026. The renovated spaces will feature brand-new lockers, upgraded showers, more efficient water-temperature controls, and modern lighting, tile, fixtures, and mirror, creating a comfortable, contemporary environment for all members.
Outside, site preparation is underway for the installation of a U-12 size (227' x 166') artificial-turf athletic field. With new lighting and a safe, high-quality playing surface, the field will support not only sports leagues, but also community events, family activities, summer camp, and more. The new athletic field is also scheduled to be completed in early 2026.
Update: November 13
Fitness Floor
On Wednesday, November 19, the Fitness Floor will close and remain closed through the middle of December to accommodate major facility upgrades. These include:
During this time the pool, group exercise classes, dance classes, the climbing wall and the gymnasium will remain open for members to use. Members are also welcome and encouraged to use either of our other Wellness Centers – Bardmoor YMCA and Speer YMCA. Check out their web pages to learn more about the amenities and classes available.
Parking
Beginning Saturday, November 15, the newly constructed, permanent Northwest Parking Lot will open. This lot can be accessed from 34th St. South (US Highway 19) from the west and 1st Ave. South from the North (see the blue stars on the map). At the same time, the South Parking Lot will close for reconstruction, and the North Parking Lot will close permanently.
Facility Entrance
Also on Saturday, November 15, the entrance to the YMCA facility will move temporarily to the west side of the building through the hallway between the pool and the multifunction rooms (see the orange triangle on the map). There will be no entrance through the main doors under the awning, as construction takes place to improve the entrance and the façade. The temporary entrance through the back of the main hallway will also close.
Stick With Us!
We understand the inconvenience and the interruptions to your fitness routine this construction causes, and we thank you for your patience and flexibility. We are looking forward to celebrating our reopening with state-of-the-art Matrix and True fitness equipment, and a clean and enhanced facility for our members to use.
Upate: November 3, 2025
The Sauna is now open, along with the Pool and the Hot Tub. Thank you for your patience as we make these improvements to our aquatics amenties.
UPDATE: October 30, 2025
Pool and Hot Tub are now open, sauna remains closed.
The Jim & Heather Gills YMCA pool will reopen with regular hours of operation on Friday, October 31 at 5AM following renovations and facility enhancements. Recent improvements include new pool pumps, a full drain and acid wash of the pool and deck, repairs to the hot tub and slide, and fresh paint throughout the area.
New pool lighting will be installed soon, and the sauna will remain closed as further repairs continue.
UPDATE: October 28, 2025
Facility is open, but AC is down.
Due to an unexpected equipment failure, our AC will be down for approximately 3-6 days while we await replacement parts and repair. At this time, no closures are expected. We are closely monitoring the indoor temperature and have brought in fans. We hope that the incoming cold front will also aid in keeping the facility cool. Please check our mobile app and website for the most up to date information. We appreciate your patience.
UPDATE: October 16, 2025
Pool Reopening Delayed
While the construction team has been working diligently to complete the upgrades, the project is taking longer than expected, and the pool will remain closed for now.
We understand how inconvenient this is for our members, and we sincerely appreciate your patience. Please know that we're working hard to ensure that when the pool reopens, it will offer a more enjoyable aquatics experience for everyone.
In the meantime, members are welcome to continue using the Speer YMCA pool and aquatics classes, which remain open and available to all Jim & Heather Gills YMCA members. View the schedule.
UPDATE: September 29, 2025
Current Parking Map and Entrances
(Parking entrances are marked by blue stars. Building entrances are marked by orange triangles.)
Beginning October 1, 2025, the Northeast Parking Lot will close permanently. Additional parking will be available along 3rd Avenue S. and the south entrance to the building will remain open. Construction on the Northwest Parking Lot continues and is slated to be completed by the end of October. When the Northwest Parking Lot opens, there will be ample parking.
We understand these changes present challenges to our Members, and we thank you for your support and patience while we continue our work to make much-needed upgrades to your YMCA.
Here are some Pro Tips to improve your experience during this time:
Please note that the end goal of our parking reconfiguration is to maximize the number of parking spots we have for Members while we make space for our new and upgraded athletic fields that will be located directly in front of the facility’s main entrance. The new athletic fields will be constructed of artificial turf and will be lit, which will expand the use of our fields for our youth, Members and the community.
UPDATE: September 22, 2025 - Pool and Locker Room Closures
Beginning September 29, 2025, the pool and locker rooms will close for renovations and upgrades.
Swimming Pool Upgrades
The pool will be closed to accommodate upgrades that will result in better water and air quality and an overall better aquatics environment. The upgrades include:
Members are welcome to use the pool at the Speer YMCA for swimming and a variety of aquatics classes. View the schedule.
Locker Room Upgrades
Men's and Women's locker rooms will be closed beginning Sept. 29 through the end of the year. During construction, Members may use the designated Boys' and Girls' locker rooms located at the end of the main hallway, and the Private/Family locker rooms.
Locker rooms will receive a full renovation and upgrade, including:
We understand these closures will be an inconvenience for our members, but hope you will join us in looking forward to enjoying these new and improved spaces.
What’s coming
While more details will be announced soon, here are some highlights of what’s ahead for the YMCA:
We are working diligently to ensure these updates are implemented with as little disruption to our members as possible. Your comfort and continued access to YMCA programs remain our top priorities throughout this process.
Our neighboring property
Greystar Development is currently working on the infrastructure for The Henry, a 365-unit apartment complex with a six-story parking garage. This development is part of Whitney Village, a mixed-use project that will also include new retail and restaurant options.
New Sports Fields
Upgraded Fitness Floor
Upgraded Locker Rooms
Multi-Use Parking Garage
As we make space for these exciting upgrades, we may need to cancel some classes or programs. Your membership entitles you to access at our other two Wellness Center locations.
8495 Bryan Dairy Rd.
Largo, FL 33777
727.394.9622
495 62nd Ave. Northeast
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
727.565.1384
Will the Y completely close for some or all of the construction?
No. The YMCA will remain open during construction, however, some areas may be temporarily closed or relocated while work is being done.
What upgrades are being made?
The first phase of this project will include:
When will construction begin?
You will begin to notice construction activity in May 2025.
When will the project be completed?
Construction of Phase 1 of the YMCA renovation is scheduled to wrap up by the end of 2025.