The A.C. Lewis YMCA on South Foster Drive in Baton Rouge has officially reopened following a nearly two-year, $30 million renovation project. The updated 27,000-square-foot facility features a six-lane lap pool, instructional pool, gymnasium, teen center, kid zone, sauna, steam room, hot tub, indoor walking track, and a variety of strength and cardio equipment. The YMCA aims to better serve the Mid City community with these enhanced amenities. Current operating hours are Monday through Thursday, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 1–5 p.m. ymcabr.org

This article was originally published in June 2025.