The Dancel Y in Ellicott City

Member Testimonials

Report a concern   October 29, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by L.S. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Staff is friendly and helpful and it’s almost just around the corner from us. The facility is clean and there are many offerings ( though some fill up quickly)

Report a concern   October 29, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Ayman Al-jureidini The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Variety of activities, clean new equipment, welcoming staff and reasonable fees.

Report a concern   October 28, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.U. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Friendly people and staff members.

Report a concern   October 26, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Phillip Boyd The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I love the YMCA and the staffing there are great!

Report a concern   October 25, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.K. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I like the variety of machines and options and the friendly atmosphere.

Report a concern   October 23, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by G.G. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I enjoy the swim lanes.

Report a concern   October 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.C. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

We have always been pleased with the facility and staff. Equipment is well maintained. Programs offered look good although I have never taken advantage.

My only complaint ever is occasionally needing to wait for someone more interested in their phone than completing their sets. I understand rests between sets but breaks at times become excessive when the phone is out. Staff could help with an occasional reminder if/when they notice.

Report a concern   October 22, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by D.R.T. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Water fitness classes
Friendly staff

Report a concern   October 22, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by L.S. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I’ve enjoyed the classes I’ve been able to attend. The Pilates and water classes fill up so quick requiring you arrive 30 (or more) minutes early to get a ticket or grab some floor space.
The instructors and staff are friendly, energetic and helpful. We are glad we joined.

Report a concern   October 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Ghada Elmetwally The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Friendly environment

Report a concern   October 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Jennifer Cornielles The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Excellent place, and so friendly and welcoming team

Report a concern   October 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.N. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

The staff is wonderful and you have a recreational pool. I love swimming laps in this warm pool because it has been a wonderful for my health. It has allowed me to fight might bouts with cancer and surgeries for the past 6 years. Such a Godsend. Also, I've made so many friends who use this pool to fight their health problems too.

Report a concern   October 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Michele Elder The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I'm always greeted with a friendly smile. The equipment is well maintained. The other members will often have a friendly greeting too.

Report a concern   October 20, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by W.L. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Friendly and helpful staff, well-maintained equipment, diverse clientele.

Report a concern   October 19, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.G. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I love Gayle’s yoga class and Tricia’s pilates class.

Report a concern   October 19, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by Richard Rowell The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

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Report a concern   October 19, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by N.G. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I started with the Y in 2018 paused then returned in 2022. I thoroughly enjoyed the classes led by Tricia and Janet. I suspended my exercise from 2024 to 2026 due to spine injury and recovery. When I was cleared to resume, I looked at options provided not only at the Y but columbia association. I love the environment of the Y and discovered the various water exercises in the warm pool and have been loving those since July 2026. I was thrilled to find that Tricia brought her floor exercises to the pool. The pool has been the BEST physical therapy for healing.

Report a concern   October 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Helen Perrier Glaser The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

A wonderful friendly atmosphere in which everyone is helpful.

Report a concern   October 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by E.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

The camaraderie, the facility, the staff and the classroom options.

Report a concern   October 17, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Robin Tomlin The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Clean, friendly place to work out. Valuable contributor to the community.

Report a concern   October 14, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Y.C. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

The heated pool

Report a concern   October 13, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Patricia Costantino The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Lots of age appropriate choices for classes. Friendly staff. Close to my home. No penalty for vacationing and returning.

Report a concern   October 12, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.Q. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Lots of available times to swim. Down-to-earth attitude and people.

Report a concern   October 12, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Deana Albert The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Our personal trainer, Andre, is fantastic. He has a wealth of knowledge, tailors the exercises to our specific circumstances since we are in our 60’s, and always has interesting and new ways to challenge our fitness goals. He’s a gem and my husband and I are forever grateful!! Thank you, Andre! And thank you to our local YMCA!

Report a concern   October 9, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.E. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Great communication! Kelly and Sarah were both outstanding

Report a concern   October 7, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.P. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Open to all comers.

Report a concern   October 7, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.S. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

quality of the instructors (Body Pump, Yoga). Cleanliness of the facility.

Report a concern   October 7, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.H. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Enjoy my water classes and the people at the Y.

Report a concern   October 7, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by J.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I love the bodypump class

Report a concern   October 7, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.U. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Friendliness, excellent.instructors


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