Looking for a workout near LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a day pass? The airport is in Queens, and the nearest options are in the neighborhoods around it. This guide covers two places with published details, what a day pass gets you, and how to fit a session around a flight.
Key Takeaways
- The gym people often find when they search "LaGuardia gym" is at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, not at the airport.
- LaGuardia Community College sells one-day passes to non-students: $12 for the Fitness Center and Sports Gym, and $10 for adults at the Aquatics Center.
- Vibe BQE (formerly BQE Fitness) in Woodside is open 24 hours Monday to Thursday. Ask the front desk about short-term access.
- Hours and prices change, so confirm with the gym on the day you plan to go.
Top Fitness Centers Near LaGuardia
LaGuardia Community College Athletics and Recreation
LaGuardia Community College is a CUNY campus at 31-10 Thomson Avenue in Long Island City. It is a separate place from the airport, despite the shared name.
The college's Sports Gymnasium, Fitness Center and Aquatics Center are open year-round for walk-in recreation. Members of the college and the community are welcome, and one-day passes are available to non-students:
- Fitness Center and Sports Gym: one-day pass $12
- Aquatics Center: one-day pass $10 for adults, $5 for youth under 18
The college lists gym hours of 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday. LaGuardia degree students use the facilities at no cost with a current, validated student ID.
Vibe BQE (formerly BQE Fitness)
Vibe BQE is at 26-50 Brooklyn Queens Expressway West in Woodside, Queens. The club was known as BQE Fitness and now operates under the Vibe Fitness name.
Published hours:
- Monday to Thursday: open 24 hours
- Friday: 12 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Woodside location has an indoor court, and the Vibe group lists a sauna among its facilities. Vibe also runs gyms in Long Island City (1004 Borden Avenue) and Greenpoint, Brooklyn (147 Greenpoint Avenue).
Vibe does not publish a day-pass price on the pages we checked. Call or stop by the front desk to ask about guest or short-term access before you plan around it.
Access and Membership Details
Day Passes
A day pass is the simplest choice for a traveler. You pay once, work out, and leave with no contract. Bring a photo ID, since most gyms ask for one at check-in.
Memberships
If you pass through LaGuardia often, compare the cost of repeated day passes against a short membership. LaGuardia Community College offers several membership plans alongside its day passes.
Student and Guest Discounts
LaGuardia degree students use the college facilities free with a validated ID. For other gyms, ask whether they offer guest passes or discounts before you go.
Fitting a Workout Around Your Flight
- Check the clock first. The college gym closes at 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 4 p.m. on Friday. Vibe BQE is open all night Monday to Thursday.
- Plan the ride. LaGuardia has no direct subway or rail link. The free Q70 LaGuardia Link bus runs every 8 to 10 minutes and takes about 15 minutes to Jackson Heights, where you can connect to the subway and the LIRR at Woodside.
- Pack light. A small bag with a change of clothes, a towel and a lock keeps you moving.
- Leave margin. Allow time to shower, change and get back through security before boarding.
Summary
There is no public gym inside LaGuardia Airport. For a day pass nearby, LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City publishes clear prices and hours. Vibe BQE in Woodside offers late hours for early or overnight travelers. Confirm details with each gym before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does LaGuardia have a gym?
LaGuardia Community College, not the airport, has a sports gymnasium, fitness center and aquatics center. They are open year-round for walk-in recreation, and one-day passes are available to non-students.
How much is a day pass at LaGuardia Community College?
The college lists a one-day pass at $12 for the Fitness Center and Sports Gym. An Aquatics Center one-day pass is $10 for adults and $5 for youth under 18.
What are the operating hours for the gyms near LaGuardia?
LaGuardia Community College lists gym hours of 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday. Vibe BQE is open 24 hours Monday to Thursday, 12
a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends.Do the gyms near LaGuardia offer day passes?
LaGuardia Community College sells one-day passes to non-students. For Vibe BQE, ask the front desk about guest or short-term access.
How do I get from LaGuardia to a nearby gym?
Take the free Q70 LaGuardia Link bus to Jackson Heights and connect to the subway, or take a taxi or rideshare directly to the gym.