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But is a YMCA really the best value if youre looking for all the amenities of a fitness facility?

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The YMCA in Patchogue, NY, costs $70 per month.

Some classes at The YMCA may cost extra.

Fitness Bay Shore

For comparison, we chose an L.A.

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Fitness on Long Island.L.A.

However, it doesnt offer onsite childcare, althoughsome L.A.

Fitness locationsoffer a Kids Klub during limited hours.

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This membership gets you into clubs nationwide.

Alternatively, you’ve got the option to pay $45 per month withno initiation fee.

Youll still have to pay the $59 annual fee.

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Meanwhile, a YMCA membership for 12 months is $840 with no sign-up fee.

But this level of customization in your workout comes at a price.

Planet Fitness

An L.A.

Fitness competitor, Planet Fitness strives to makeweight training and cardio workoutsaccessible to people of all fitness levels.

It costs $30 per month, with a $49 annual fee and $1 startup fee.

Planet Fitness offers group classes, too.

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