Member Testimonials
I like that the fact that I'm going to the Decatur Y regularly (after a many years' "hiatus"!!) means that I am exercising regularly again!
All joking aside: I am a regular attendee at BodyPump classes, including those led by Lucky, Dana, Melody, and Claire. I have also begun attending Lucky's Wednesday evening "Core and More" class.
Like most people, the hardest part of exercising is getting myself to the Y. It's always so easy to come up with an excuse not to go--but the caliber of the Y's instructors and their excellent energy gets me showing up regularly! I cannot say "thank you" enough for the friendliness and skill of the four instructors mentioned above. They may not know how much it means when, as we're in a particularly strenuous section of a BodyPump workout, they say something like, "I'm here with you," or "This is the last set for this track," or "Only eight more reps to go!!" I know that they really care that the students in their class have a great workout and I'm very grateful!
In addition to the instructors, I've met so many nice people who attend the same classes that I do. Seeing the same faces, generally speaking, at the classes I attend also fosters a sense of "We're all in this together" that I find to be both comforting and motivational.
Thanks for the chance to provide this feedback!
We love how it is a cross section of the community and very diverse. We love that our child has a safe place to come and play basketball with his peers after school.
The Decatur Family Y is very conveniently located near our home. The facility is well-outfitted with the cardio and resistance training I typically use, and is clean and well-maintained. The staff is pleasant and helpful, though I honestly have limited interaction with them, which is one thing I miss.
Clean and friendly place to work out
The few classes I’ve attended, yoga & water aerobics, have been well run. Those more familiar with the class were helpful.
Gymnastics, group exercise
I like the staff in the personnel that service also I like the overall clientele.
Excellent instructors and great exercise.
I enjoy the gentle/restorative yoga and Pilates classes. They are a regular part of my weekly routine.
Several well-trained instructors, friendly atmosphere, great PR and personal attention from staff.
Instructors
Classes
The variety.
Consistent, friendly lifeguard. Space to swim in a lane, even if I have to share with one other. No waiting.
Like the variety of classes.
Workout machines
I love water aerobics, but many of the classes are too crowded, which causes a lot of frustration. I would suggest monitoring the sign up list or providing access to the entire pool for the 45 min of the class.
The enthusiasm and professionalism of your teachers and coaches.
Coach approach program is very good for seniors.
I like how the Y supports people of all ages — from kids to seniors.
My only complaint is people sitting on weight machines while texting. The signs aren’t doing the trick.
Very
I really enjoy the Wednesday night water aerobics. I wish they had more evening or weekend water classes for those with typical work hours
The people
The classes are convenient to my schedule
The facility was very well run
There’s something for everybody
Good instructors with lots to choose from.
I like the availability of the complete scheduling of classes. I’ve just returned after many years not a member. Many improvements.
Wonderful community, everything I want and more from a gym, plus childcare is excellent.
Pool is great, just the right size for swimming and like the new exercise area upstairs after the remodel. Place still feels cozy.