The Dancel Y in Ellicott City

Member Testimonials

Report a concern   December 13, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Joseph Salloum The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Great gym, great staff, and a great atmosphere. My only complaint is the swimming pool schedule. On weekday afternoons, the swim team uses 4 of the 6 lanes, and another lane is often taken for 1 person to do a private lesson—leaving members with just one lane to share, sometimes with 5 people. At that point it’s too crowded to swim comfortably, and I usually end up getting out. I come to relax and enjoy my workout, not to feel stressed.

I mentioned this to the manager, but unfortunately nothing has changed.

Report a concern   December 13, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by G.R. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Warm water classes. Staff at the front desk. Welcoming to everyone.

Many of us have Y memberships only to be able to come to the aqua classes. Please pay the water fitness and aqua zumba teachers enough to be able to attract and keep high quality teachers. I don't know if it's true, but the students believe the teachers are not paid very much.

Two of the EV charging units were inoperable when I was there Friday (one has been out of commission for weeks/months.)

Report a concern   December 13, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by R.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

There are a wide variety of great classes for adults and children. My kids love going to the Stay and Play, which definitely helps me get a great workout in!

Report a concern   December 13, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Vikki Raven The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

The warm water pool classes are great

Report a concern   December 9, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by H.Y. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Clean, simple, friendly staff

Report a concern   December 8, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by T.H. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I take group classes and some are so crowded this can be very dangerous when classes use a lot of equipment. Otherwise, love all the instructors who are so dedicated!

Report a concern   December 6, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I love the new equipment that has been installed in the wright room.

Report a concern   December 6, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Sharon Unger The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

The friendly people and the various classes are great! The warm pool is super.

Report a concern   December 6, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Y.M. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Close to my home. Has pool.

Report a concern   December 4, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by M.J. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

This YMCA is nice. They keep the facilities pretty clean and the having two pools is nice because they have more opportunity for open swim.

Report a concern   December 3, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by M.C. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Later

Report a concern   December 3, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by John Feger The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Friendly staff, newer equipment, warm pool.

Report a concern   December 2, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by John Kendrick The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Great Experience! Helpful, friendly staff members!

Report a concern   December 2, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.J. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Variety of exercise equipments and activities offered by Daniel.

Report a concern   December 2, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.W. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Very good

Report a concern   December 1, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.P. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Friendly and helpful employees.

Report a concern   November 30, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.K. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Convenient and affordable

Report a concern   November 30, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Close proximity to my home. Warm pool.

Report a concern   November 29, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Mohammad Amiri The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

The YMCA has been amazing for me! I really enjoy going to there. It is a great place for training, gym workouts, and swimming. The gym and swimming facilities are great, and I have met many nice people there. It truly feels like a community space where everyone is welcome.

Report a concern   November 29, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by H.W. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Pickleball and Everfit.

Report a concern   November 26, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Miguel Torres The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Professionalism of staff and cleanliness of facilities.

Report a concern   November 23, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.F. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Friendly, clean, good hours, wide variety of programs

Report a concern   November 23, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Great gym. Has everything I need and more.

Report a concern   November 23, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by C.A. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Fun pickle ball.

Report a concern   November 20, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Patricia Kirby The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

JI LIKE THE EXPERIENCE OF MEETING NEW PEOPLE. THE STAFF IS VERY HELPFUL AND FRIENDLY

Report a concern   November 19, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by David Olson The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I like swimming in the two pools and the friendly, competent staff. I love the free coffee in the morning.Everyone is very friendly and the whole gym is kept very clean.

Report a concern   November 19, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Korin Mcclendon The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Did my first workout yesterday. I plan on joining my entire family here because they have weight benches and machines I need, the exercise classes my wife loves, and even a rock wall, swimming pool, and basketball courts for my kids. And free childcare for kids under 10! All around a great family gym filled with activities for all ages!

Report a concern   November 18, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by C.K. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I like the classes offered, gym, rock climbing, and multiple pools. I wish the pools were salt water rather than chlorine.

Report a concern   November 16, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Richard Cruz The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

The Dancel Y is an amazing place. My son is always happy to go and enjoy the many activities they have for him. The family events are always a great time and we welcome the parents day out opportunities. 10/10 would recommend. Amazing staff, clean facilities, great for the whole family

Report a concern   November 16, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by K.V. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

It has something for everyone. The staff is friendly. They are responsive when you have questions.


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