YMCA at the Bank of America Tower

The parking was within a block and I was able to find a two hour meter. Taylor at the guest services desk was so very sweet. She was helpful with items like the filtered water, locker key and connecting to the WIFI. I was free to use almost any machine because as few as five people were at the gym. After going to many crowded gym this was ideal. I was able to get lunch at the Urban Grind coffee shop on the way out of the building.

This YMCA on Laura Street is located in the basement of the Bank of America building, affectionately referred to as the "dungeon". Convenient for people who work downtown and want to take in a quick class for lunch break, or just workout before or after work. Parking is easy enough on the street if you go before 8 a.m. or after 6 p.m. but during business hours parking will be challenge. This Y has limited hours too, being open Monday through Friday only. The equipment is also limited but they have a little of everything you would want to use. For me personally I would prefer more cardio machines with personal televisions. The treadmills have them, but on the direct tv system they are difficult to navigate channels. The pros here is that it never gets too crowded, they give you a key for a locker and have free towel service. The locker rooms have been upgraded also, so they are pretty nice. The cons are getting to and from this Y means waiting for an extremely slow elevator and the strong musty smell that makes it feel like it is hard to breath down there. Overall it is okay if you are supplementing your visits to other Ys but I would not replace my gym with only this branch.