Member Testimonials
Reservable lap lanes.
I love swimming. I am so grateful you are open for swimming! I've been going to the Dekalb (now Emory) Wellness Center, primarily for swimming, for many years. Their pool has not opened since Covid. I am so grateful that I can go to the Y again for swimming. I just wish there were some easier way to get a lane, but I can't make any suggestions that might work better than the system in place now. The people working the desk at the entrance to the facility have been most helpful as has Beth, the aquatics director.
As I continue to recover from knee replacement surgery, I want to learn to use the equipment on the second floor. The people at the desk there have been very nice also.
So, from my limited experience, having only been a member for a few months, it's the kind and helpful people who make me look forward to going to the Y.
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Thank you, Frances
great instructors!
Clean environment ( pool and building) , safe and good classes, but one negative: extremely difficult to secure a lap lane. 😫
I like that you're offering outdoor fitness classes during this pandemic.
Swimming pool !
I like the class offerings and availability.
I love the YMCA. Love the group exercise classes but I can't get into my dance classes very often because there arent many classes available right now. I Love the Peloton machines!
I love that the Ymca serves the community. You've done a great job keeping us safe while we exercise during Covid.
Mostly safe open for general gym use
They follow good social-distancing protocol, which is extremely important in current times.
So much! Your teachers foremost. After that - Variety of classes. Diversity of membership & community outreach, the fact that videos are keeping us going during this time - at least that’s a start
Machines and pool
Great Classes, Awesome instructors. I would like to recommend Body Pump, it would be a great addition to the class schedules
I like the fact that the building is closed for 2 hours for deep cleaning and the available space in the gym.
Great instructors, variety of options
The machines are easily assessable.
I haven't been since Covid, but I'm quite impressed with the steps the Y is taking to keep the place as clean as is possible. I'm especially impressed with closing it every day to sanitize it.
The Decatur staff has been exceptional especially during this pandemic. The gym is always clean, with plenty of spray, wipes and paper towels.
Thank you also to the hard working group fitness instructors-- both indoor and outdoor classes have been wonderful to return.
Nice job.... Thank you-
The facility is always managed and maintained well and has implemented appropriate safety precautions during COVID. Staff is always very friendly, courteous and helpful. I use the gym and I’m happy with the equipment, facility, staff and other members- it’s a place that promotes health and well-being. Keep it up!
LOOKING FORWARD TO RESUMPTION OF REGULAR HOURS.
Swimming pool
The YMCA staff are the BEST !!!
Community spirit, courteous and professionalism
Helpful, competent staff. Good equipment and convenient hours.
I like swimming with one person per lane.
The workout (wt. room) is great.
I like the variety in activities as well as the times. They fit into my schedule greatly and I have the ability to try new things with instructors who are kind and open to new students.
Jean Woodall's yoga classes!!!!!
Everything.
I like the safe setup in the wellness area and the pool area, and I love the whirlpool. It is so good to feel safe with distancing and individual pool lanes.
Staff is very friendly, helpful and professional. You are doing an excellent job of following CDC guidelines for health and safety during this difficult time. You have a large variety of classes and, hopefully, be able to bring pickleball back at the same times as in the past.