Gym & Fitness Center on the Lower East Side
Manny Cantor Center’s gym is a full-service community fitness center on the Lower East Side — open to all ages, all fitness levels, and every goal. MCC Fitness offers open gym with free weights and cardio equipment, group exercise classes, a regulation indoor basketball court, Pilates Reformer, and personal training, all inside one of New York City’s most welcoming neighborhood community centers.
Membership is priced for the neighborhood. Whether you’re picking up a barbell for the first time or training for your next race, there’s a place for you here at 197 East Broadway.
Our philosophy: every body, every goal
At MCC Fitness, we are a team. We believe fitness is a cycle of challenges and breakthroughs — and we’re here for every part of that cycle. Our trainers and instructors know your name, your goals, and your progress. We push you when you need it and support you when it matters.
Located in the heart of the Lower East Side, MCC Fitness serves a neighborhood as diverse as New York City itself. Our members include seniors getting back in shape, teenagers building healthy habits, parents sneaking in a 6:30 am run before the day begins, and athletes training hard. Whatever your goal — lose weight, build strength, improve mental health, or just move more — our community-first gym on the Lower East Side is ready for you.
Everything you need — at your neighborhood gym
MCC Fitness is more than equipment. Here’s what your membership includes:
- Open gym access — free weights, dumbbells, barbells, cable machines, and a functional training area
- Cardio equipment — brand-new treadmills, ellipticals, and rowing machines
- Pilates Reformer — available for members and personal training sessions
- Group exercise classes — yoga, strength, cardio, and more on the weekly schedule
- Indoor basketball court — open gym basketball hours every Saturday, 1:00–3:00 pm
- Personal training — one-on-one or small group, with certified MCC trainers
- Small group training — coached sessions with a community feel
All of it in a clean, renovated facility — in the center of your neighborhood, at a price built for it.
Hours & membership:
MCC Fitness hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 6:30 am – 9:00 pm
- Friday: 6:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Saturday–Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Member basketball open gym: Saturdays, 1:00–3:00 pm
SEPTEMBER HOLIDAY HOURS
Labor Day 9/7: 9am-3pm – NO CLASSES
Erev Rosh Hashanah 9/11: CLOSING EARLY AT 5PM
Rosh Hashanah: 9/12 & 9/13 – CLOSED
Yom Kippur 9/21 – CLOSED
Membership: MCC Fitness membership is priced for the Lower East Side community. Individual, senior, student, and family options are available. View current rates and join today →
Questions? Call us at (646) 395-4285.
Frequently asked questions about MCC Fitness
What gyms are in the Lower East Side of Manhattan? Manny Cantor Center, at 197 East Broadway, is the Lower East Side’s community fitness center. MCC Fitness offers open gym, group exercise classes, personal training, Pilates Reformer, and an indoor basketball court — all at membership rates priced for the neighborhood. It is operated by the nonprofit Educational Alliance and has served the Lower East Side community for decades.
How much does an MCC Fitness membership cost? MCC Fitness offers individual, senior, student, and family membership tiers. Rates are priced for the Lower East Side community and are among the most affordable gym options in Lower Manhattan. Visit the membership page or call (646) 395-4285 for current pricing and any available new-member specials.
strong>Is MCC Fitness open to non-members? MCC Fitness is a membership-based gym. Day passes may be available — contact MCC at (646) 395-4285 or visit in person at 197 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002 to ask about guest and trial options.
What fitness classes does MCC offer? MCC Fitness offers a rotating weekly schedule of group exercise classes including yoga, strength training, cardio, and more. Personal training (one-on-one and small group) is also available with certified MCC trainers. See the current class schedule on the Group Exercise Classes page.
Does MCC have a basketball court? Yes. MCC has a regulation indoor basketball court with open gym basketball hours every Saturday from 1:00–3:00 pm for members. Additional court time may be available — check the current schedule or contact MCC for details.
