C.M. Gatton Beaumont YMCA Renovations

The Beaumont YMCA has proudly served southwest Lexington for more than 25 years and is the YMCA of Central Kentucky's most utilized location. As our community has grown, many of the facility's most-used spaces have reached capacity, and portions of the building are ready for modernization. This renovation will expand our ability to serve more people while creating welcoming, functional spaces that support health, connection, and belonging for generations to come.

The renovation will include updates to the lobby and arrival experience, 2,750-square-foot expansion to the Wellness Center, new Pilates and cycling studios, Kids Corner improvements, updated program spaces, a new partner space for CommonSpirit Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, and additional enhancements throughout the facility pending funding.

Construction is expected to begin in September 2026 and will continue in carefully planned phases through April 2027. 

Tentative Timeline:

• September 8-November 3
  Impacted Areas: CommonSpirit Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Space, Multi-Purpose Room, Cycle Studio and Kids Corner 

• October 21-December 23 
  Impacted Areas: Functional fitness area downstairs in between gymnasium and group exercise studio and upstairs between the indoor track and wellness center (to construct New Pilates Reformer Studio)  

• November 4-December 23 
  Impacted Area: Wellness Center 

• December 29-January 29 - Pending funding 
  Impacted Area: Indoor Track

• January 5-March 1
  Impacted Areas: Lobby and Staffing Areas

• March 2-April 22
  Impacted Area: Program Center (previously the Beaumont Clubhouse/current Performance Training Center)

Yes. The YMCA will remain open throughout the renovation. Work will be completed in phases to allow continued access to programs and services whenever possible. 

Yes. At different times, certain areas will temporarily close or relocate to allow for safe construction. Throughout the project, we'll provide regular updates, clear wayfinding, and advance notice of any temporary or extended closures or program and service relocation. 

Yes. Almost all programs and classes will continue, though some schedules or locations may be adjusted temporarily depending on construction phases. We will communicate any changes as early as possible.

The renovation is intentionally designed in phases to keep the facility open at all times. We will use clear communication, signage, and alternative space planning to minimize disruption to members and staff.

We recognize how important the Beaumont YMCA is to our community. Keeping the facility open allows members to continue accessing programs and services while improvements are made.

This renovation is being supported through the YMCA's long-term capital planning and generous philanthropic support. Community investment helps ensure we can modernize the Beaumont YMCA while continuing to strengthen programs and services for generations to come.

Those interested in supporting the renovation can contact Stephanie Arnold, Vice President of Philanthropy at sarnold@ymcacky.org to learn more about giving opportunities.

Yes. We are continually evaluating future investments and making facility improvements to ensure our YMCA locations continue to meet the needs of the communities we serve.

We will provide regular updates throughout the project using our website, email, the YMCA app, social media, digital signage, and in-building communication. Our goal is to ensure members always know what is happening and what to expect.

This project will create more welcoming, modern, and functional spaces that better serve our members today while ensuring the Beaumont YMCA remains a strong community hub for decades to come.