Member Testimonials

Everyone here is very encouraging& polite. What's not to like?

I'm wheelchair bound, as I have been disabled since I was blown up whilst leading my Marine Rifle Platoon through a mined area in 1967. After every trip to UMLY, I leave feeling much better in all ways than I did before I entered. The patrons & staff here are great contributors to my overall health.

Jim Kirschke, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor, Villanova University, Author, and Captain, USMC, retired

I like the group exercise classes, although the 10:30 am Barre and Pilates classes are hard to get into. The space is too limited.

Relaxed but professional culture in gym. Range of classes

The programs run the gamut and are well run.

I love the flexibility with group exercise classes.

Everything and everyone

Easy access, good variety, convienent times.

YMCA provides a meaningful sense of purpose while encouraging individuals to explore diverse avenues for self-care and personal growth. It also helps nurture passions that can be sustained and enjoyed throughout one’s lifetime.

Variety of classes. Quality of instructiors. Friendliness of staff.

Many fitness options, good hours, friendly staff

Great facility!

Variety of classes.

Great range of workout equipment. Very clean facility. Very helpful and friendly staff. Cost effective.

I love the group classes and I appreciate the Y's effort to provide pop ups and variety to keep things interesting. I filled out the survey about TRX classes - I had a great experience with TRX at a different gym and hope the Y can make this happen (as well as zumba). The instructors are all wonderful and put in a lot of effort! The facilities are clean, well-maintained, and have great equipment. I also greatly enjoyed the festival in the spring, even as an adult.

I'm not sure I'll be given the opportunity to provide feedback about opportunities for improvement in a following section so I'm including it here:
It would be really helpful if at least one scanner could be kept on its holder at the front desk so patrons can simply scan their card or phone independently of Y staff, who often need to speak to other patrons or are on the computer simultaneously. I totally understand that someone should be checking IDs as they get scanned, but it would really improve the traffic jams that take place, especially as it's extra busy these days with staff needing to hand out pool wrist bands.
Also, if the Y is ever looking to purchase new gym equipment, a vibration plate would be greatly appreciated!

So far…… excellent

There is something for everyone at any age and ability! The trainers are Great! The front desk is warm and friendly and helpful. Its a great gym to belong to! I just love the variety of group exercise classes offered! Something for everyone. Also at all abilities. They have silver sneaker classes for those that want and need these classes. So happy to be able to belong to this great gym!!! 💗

The chester county YMCA system is central to our family. We use the Oscar Lasko Y for afterschool care, gymnastics and youth ninja and esports. We use the airport road Y for summer camp and family pool. We use the UMLY for summer camp and whatever else we can find (we just started going there a couple weeks ago). Plus the indoor playgrounds at each Y and childwatch is ridiculously nice. Lily (YMCA employee) and her mom at Oscar Lasko know our daughters and adore them, and watch them often at childwatch. Lily (my daughter lily) went to her first day of camp this summer at the Airport road Y, and said "that counselor is wearing the shirt I signed last year!!!" Said counselor was so excited to see lily it was ridiculous. My children consider the Y's a second home. Oh, I forgot. Lily's reading teacher uses the Y lounges to tutor her over the summer. The staff is incredibly friendly and inclusive. I can't say enough nice things. The Y facilities are our third places. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Variety of classes; functional wellness center.

convenient location, variety in the choice of activities, convenient opening hours, friendly instructors, staff always ready to help.

I enjoy the exercise classes. Working with an instructor and a group makes me much more focused on achieving my exercise goals.

Love the new gym & everyone’s efforts to keep it that way. Still would like to see outdoor pickle ball.
Any communication on that status would be appreciated.
Thanks.

Lots of variety

We have Mr Bill as our swim teacher and he is awesome and makes swimming so fun for our boys.

silver sneakers

Varity of classes and programs

Great variety. We primarily just use the fitness center, but as I approach retirement, I'm looking forward to trying more of your programs.

I like the work out area. I have yet to do any classes or programs

Excellent instructors for group classes! The pools are numerous with convenient hours. Another activity is book club, which is great for conversation. I very much enjoy the friendliness of instructors and members!

Fitness center and classes. And employees,

The instructors know what they are doing! They're very encouraging, and they are willing to adapt movements to my abilities. I look forward to going to classes every week.