Where it really is, what it offers, what it costs, and which neighborhoods already get it in their HOA dues

The Lake Nona YMCA Family Center on Northlake Parkway

By David Myers, Broker Associate · NonaOrlandoProperties.com · Last updated September 2026

The Lake Nona YMCA Family Center is at 9055 Northlake Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32827, on the campus of NorthLake Park Community School. It is a 30,000-square-foot YMCA of Central Florida center run in partnership with the school, which lets students stay on campus until 7 p.m. for Y programs. Members get cardio and strength equipment, group exercise classes, an outdoor pool and drop-in child care for ages 6 weeks to 11 years. YMCA of Central Florida memberships start at $35 a month plus a $45 one-time setup fee, with income-based rates available. Northlake Park HOA dues include Lake Nona YMCA membership, and Water's Edge residents also receive it.

Older write-ups, including an earlier version of this one, put the Lake Nona YMCA in Laureate Park near Town Center. It isn't there. The Y sits on Northlake Parkway, sharing a campus with NorthLake Park Community School in Lake Nona.

That location explains most of what makes it useful: a school partnership, a family-priced membership and, for two neighborhoods, a membership that is already paid for through the HOA.

Where is the Lake Nona YMCA?

The Lake Nona YMCA Family Center is at 9055 Northlake Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32827, on the NorthLake Park Community School campus.

The Y operates through a partnership with NorthLake Park Community School. Students can stay on campus until 7 p.m. for swim teams, sports, performing arts and music classes run by the Y, which saves working parents an afternoon pickup. For everyone else it is a neighborhood fitness center with the school next door.

Contact the center at 407-204-2309 or lakenonay@cfymca.org. The location page doesn't list current hours, so call before a first visit.

What does the Lake Nona YMCA offer?

The center has free weights and cardio equipment, group exercise classes, an outdoor pool, courts for leagues and pickup games, and drop-in child care.

  • Fitness: free weights, cardio machines and personal training.
  • Classes: Les Mills, Zumba, HIIT, yoga, cycling and water fitness.
  • Aquatics: an outdoor pool for lap swimming, swim lessons and recreation, with member discounts on lessons and swim team.
  • Child care: drop-in care for ages 6 weeks to 11 years, up to two complimentary hours a day.
  • Youth: sports including basketball, soccer, volleyball and swim team, plus dance, preschool programs and summer camps.
  • Adults: seasonal recreational leagues, pickup games and sports workshops.

How much does a Lake Nona YMCA membership cost?

YMCA of Central Florida memberships start at $35 a month, plus a $45 one-time setup fee.

The Y sells three tiers: Max, with extra-early reservations and pool access limited to that tier; Plus, with early access to popular classes; and Base. Only the starting price is published, so call the Lake Nona YMCA at 407-204-2309 for the latest rates and fees for the tier and household size you need. A membership also works at all 15 YMCA of Central Florida locations and at Y facilities nationwide, with some amenity limits.

Households below an income threshold can apply for a reduced rate with documentation. The Y also ran an online promotion in 2026 for 50% off the first month; check whether a current offer applies before you join.

Which Lake Nona neighborhoods include YMCA membership in HOA dues?

Northlake Park's HOA dues include Lake Nona YMCA membership, and Water's Edge residents, who pay both the Northlake Park and Water's Edge HOAs, receive it too.

For a family in Northlake Park or Water's Edge, that is a real amenity to count when comparing HOA costs across neighborhoods. It is also a point most listing descriptions leave out. Confirm current HOA coverage and any household limits with the association before you rely on it.

Lake Nona YMCA or Lake Nona Performance Club: which is the better fit?

The YMCA costs far less and includes child care and nationwide access; the Performance Club has much larger facilities, including four indoor pools, a gymnasium and a climbing gym.

Lake Nona YMCA vs. Lake Nona Performance Club (published rates, September 2026)
Lowest monthly rate YMCA: from $35 · LNPC: $156 individual
Upfront fee YMCA: $45 one-time setup · LNPC: none listed
Pools YMCA: one outdoor pool · LNPC: four indoor pools
Child care YMCA: drop-in, 6 weeks–11 years, up to 2 hours a day · LNPC: Child Watch, 2 months–12 years, family plans only
Other locations YMCA: all 15 YMCA of Central Florida centers plus Y facilities nationwide · LNPC: one club
Income-based rates YMCA: yes · LNPC: not offered

At published rates, the Lake Nona Performance Club costs about $121 more per month than the Y's starting rate for one adult. The Y is the better value for families who want swim lessons, youth sports and child care; LNPC is the choice for someone who will use the extra facilities.

Pros, Cons and Our Take

Pros

  • Included in HOA dues for Northlake Park and Water's Edge residents.
  • Drop-in child care from 6 weeks old, up to two hours a day.
  • Membership works at every YMCA of Central Florida center and at Y facilities nationwide.
  • Income-based rates keep it open to more households.

Cons

  • One outdoor pool, compared with the four indoor pools at the Performance Club.
  • Tier pricing beyond the $35 starting rate is not published.
  • The $45 setup fee applies when you join.
  • Sharing a campus with a school can mean busy afternoons around pickup time.

Our Take

For most Lake Nona families, the Y is the practical choice: swim lessons, youth sports and child care at a fraction of the Performance Club's price. If you live in Northlake Park or Water's Edge, you already have it, so use it before paying for a second gym.

What the Neighbors Know

The Y is closest to Northlake Park, Water's Edge, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club and Nona Preserve. For families there, school, after-school programs and the pool all happen on one campus.

For more ways to stay active, see our Lake Nona sports and athletics guide and our Lake Nona health and wellness guide.

Official Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Lake Nona YMCA?

The Lake Nona YMCA Family Center is at 9055 Northlake Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32827, on the campus of NorthLake Park Community School.

How much is a Lake Nona YMCA membership?

YMCA of Central Florida memberships start at $35 a month, plus a $45 one-time setup fee. Reduced rates are available for households below an income threshold. Call the Lake Nona YMCA at 407-204-2309 for the latest rates and fees.

Does the Lake Nona YMCA have a pool?

Yes. The center has an outdoor pool for lap swimming, swim lessons and recreation.

Does the Lake Nona YMCA have child care?

Yes. Drop-in child care is available for ages 6 weeks to 11 years, up to two complimentary hours a day.

Is YMCA membership included in any Lake Nona HOA?

Yes. Northlake Park HOA dues include Lake Nona YMCA membership, and Water's Edge residents also receive it. Confirm current coverage with the association.