Gym One of 2 gyms in Raleigh 1 of 2 in Raleigh
YMCA, Raleigh Central
5commentsAlso has a massage area for members ($). The staff know what is going on and ignore it. Very permissive environment. Facilities: Sauna/Steam/Shower, full gym, racquette ball, volley ball, basketball.
- Best time
- Mon. - Fri., 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.(Pool 5:15 a.m.).
- Crowd
- College students, young professionals, blue-collar workers, older professionals…
- Watch out
- Sometimes can be slow, and every day there are old trolls there who can't take a hint.
- Last verified
- Not yet · updated 2008
1601 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, NC 27605 919.832.9622 Wheelchair: Accessible
The guide
Where exactly
Take the Beltline to the Hillsborough Street exit. Turn left onto Hillsborough Street. It is on your right after passing North Carolina State University.
Cruisiest spot: Men's shower that leads to the pool. Most guys meet in the sauna/steam area then go to this area to finish, although I've dropped a few loads in the sauna/steam.
When to go
Mon. - Fri., 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.(Pool 5:15 a.m.). Sat., 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sun., 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Best times: After 5:00 Monday-Friday, after 3:00pm Saturday and Sunday.
Etiquette
Make eye contact and smile at people; you'll quickly learn who is interested. Don't be shy- leave yourself uncovered whenever in the sauna/steam. Most straight guys will leave their towel on their waist, but not all. Wedding bands don't always indicate straight. If it is slow at the gym and you find someone to hookup with you generally have 5-10 minutes to yourselves- I've found it enough time to each other and get off.
Safety
Sometimes can be slow, and every day there are old trolls there who can't take a hint. When in the back shower by the pool listen for the door to open and occasionally glance up the staircase. You have plenty of time to get back to your shower. I've never seen anyone be hostile or over react when they "catch" you with another guy, but it's always best to play it safe.
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Visitor ·
What about Rex Wellness? I have membership there. Many older guys, but also some nice looking young and middle age guys. Anything every go on there? Hard to tell for sure (and I don't want to get kicked out!)
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Visitor ·
How much does it cost to get in? WHat parts of the facility do you have access to once inside? i kinda like old guys........and i am totally shaved so i am sure i will get some looks. Any suggestions?
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Visitor ·
Very new very night but very well lit and open. It seems almost impossible to cruise here with the new layout. You do get to check the other guys out but from what I say most are old and outta shape. The old Y was way more cruise friendly. This is more of a look but do not touch kinda place now from what I saw.
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Was there this afternoon (Sat) and stood in the showers across from another hung dude. We j/o together, watching each other. Very hot. Not a lot of space to hook up though, too many str8 boys. But we cruised in the sauna and steam, popped boners where we could see each other, but could not find a moment to be alone for a little hand action. It was kinda hot tho, j/o in the showers. He had a big fat one!
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Anyone hooked up there recently - how was it? I am now a member and considering checking it out. SMU guy you still around? Dave
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