The Dancel Y in Ellicott City

Member Testimonials

Report a concern   August 4, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.T. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Very happy with the workers of stay and play!

Report a concern   August 3, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.A. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Variety of fitness equipment and classes. Everyone is very nice, both staff and members.

If I could change one thing, it would be to ban backpacks, purses, and bags of all other sorts from the fitness area. Locker rooms are provided for this purpose and it can be a bit unnerving these days.

Report a concern   August 2, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Robert Koch The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Nice people, great equipment, no complaints at all!

Report a concern   August 2, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Veer Hardas The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

My son Veer Hardas loved it and gained a lot from rock climbing at Y.

Report a concern   August 2, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

People are great, the variety of classes in your if class, instructors and flexibility of times for working people.

Report a concern   August 1, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.U. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

I like the friendly staff and participants. I like the classes and warm pool.

Report a concern   August 1, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by N.R. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Variety of classes & equipment available, hours of operation, staff

Report a concern   August 1, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

The martial arts classes offered to our 8 year old have been great. It’s one of his favorite activities each week. He looks forward to it and has done well and advanced steadily. He’s maintained consistent interest, which is great. Coaches are great, they definitely are experts on the sport.

Report a concern   August 1, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Justin Burnham The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

The availability of pre competition swim lessons has been great. Our son is swimming a lot more and even asked to go to practice. Good classes with good coaches.

Report a concern   July 31, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by E.G. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

The coaches for beginner basketball did a great job building fundamental skills and confidence. Our son had a blast.

Report a concern   July 31, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Neil Saleh The Dancel Y in Ellicott City
What do you like about your Y experience?

Cleanliness, staff very accomodating, friendly, classes very convenient for my son.

Report a concern   July 31, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by H.F. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

They give each child the same amount of time
They pay attention to each child’s ability and encourage them on

Report a concern   July 31, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by R.S. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

Masters Swim coaches are very pleasant and competent. I also enjoy swimming with the other swimmers that attend. The sessions are challenging and are responsible for my health improvements.

Report a concern   July 31, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by Hassimiou Sow The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

The instructor is good my son is enjoying his swimming lesson.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Sandra Sattin The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

clean facility, well maintained workout area, friendly staff

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.O.U. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

My family and I enjoyed the entire experience! The coaches were amazing. Thank you for keeping our children engaged!

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by L.B. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

Community atmosphere. Great facilities and nice staff

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.J. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

safe environment, plenty of space in the warm pool, teachers are good with the babies

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by Jessica Wright The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

The instructor is very knowledgeable and the class size is small. Staff is also very friendly. Learning a lot on how to swim. I enjoy using the swim equipment as well.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by O.M. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

We love Miss Carol! She's so great at encouraging the kids to take risks and at building their confidence as little swimmers. She manages her class well and always makes sure they're safe and behaving in a way that's conducive to a productive and fun swim class. My son has grown and improved by leaps and bounds in her class!

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Luna Katakia The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

We love Ms Rachel. She has fantastic interactions with the kids: Shes very knowledgeable, extremely kind and is able to form high levels of trust with the children so they feel comfortable and aren't anxious in the water.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Sy'rai Greene The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

My kids love going to the Y.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Kendall Walley The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

My children (age 7 & 4) absolutely LOVE the PNO's! Any chance we get, we sign them up. Not only can the parents enjoy a few hours for a date night or simply just to have some quiet at the house, but the kids burn off a ton of energy and truly love attending. The staff are absolutely wonderful and dare I say spoil my kids. We love you all and are so appreciative of these events for our kids.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by R.A. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

The Seido Karate program at the YMCA is excellent. All of the instructors are very experienced at teaching karate. This program is why I have a membership. I highly recommend the Seido Karate program to people of all ages. Every class on Monday, Thursday, or Saturday is exceptional. Can't say enough positive things!

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.M. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

Everything.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.L. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

Great instructor!

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.C. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

Great coaches!

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by Nyaomi Gillespie The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

The activities, gym, pool and access you get at an affordable price. In addition, to the community connections and events.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.S. The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Swim
What do you like about your Y experience?

Our family prefers the Y over a gym for it's entirety of just being a family friendly space.

Report a concern   July 30, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Hazel Sands The Dancel Y in Ellicott City - Programs
What do you like about your Y experience?

upon walking in i hadn't done parents night out at this particular ymca and a very nice employee who i'm not even sure was working helped us find the location and the people who greeted us and checked us in were nothing but helpful and kind and patient with my reluctant 4 year old. i can't say enough good things!


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