Gov.
Andrew Cuomo says gyms and fitness centers in New York can open starting Aug.
24.
Alleys were given the go-ahead to re- open with limitations on capacity... gym owners today are hopeful there could be either good news... or at least some sort of acknowlegement for what they've been through.
The governor in his address says gyms in the state can start opening on august 24th at 33 percent capacity.... let's take a listen to the governor.
"the guidance goes out today on gyms, basically, the outline is 33 percent capacity, there are health requirements that are in the guidelines that have to be maintained to their ventilation requirements.
One of the requirements is mandating masks at all times, gyms can open as soon as august 24th but the locality must open them by september 2nd.
Localities have a role here; they have to inspect the gyms before they open or within 2 weeks of their opening to make sure they're meeting all the requirements."
The governor says it will be up to the local health departments to determine if the gym can hold classes.
On friday... newschannel 2 spoke with local gym owner, jen venezio, who says she's very be maintained to their ventilation requirements.
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New York City gyms preparing to reopen next week will now have to wait a bit longer. On Tuesday, Mayor de Blasio threw cold water..
