Member Testimonials

The ymca in Beverly has so much to offer for family’s and allows parents to still workout and stay active while their children are safe in kids club. There is something for everyone at the Y. As a mom of four ages 6 and under, the ymca is the time of day I get some peace to myself and I’ve always felt comfortable leaving the kids with the teachers at the kids club.

I love the y and the staff are unbeatable. So nice the moment you walk in the door

I liked each week there was a different theme. My son spent 4 weeks there this summer for he first time and never got bored. He asked if he would be able to go back next year. The staff was on top of his needs. I mentioned he wasn’t eating his lunch they kept an eye oh his eating from that point forward. All around a really great program. I think the only thing that could improve it would be to send a pic here and there.

Thanks for making my guys summer memorable!

We have enrolled our children in the camp for years now, and it's often warmed our hearts to see how happy they were after a day of activities with their friends.

Staff and fellow members are always friendly and helpful! Also the local North Shore Ys have great facilities.

The magic happens every day at camp. The activities, theme weeks, the staff, followup after incidents, willingness to listen to and effectively respond to camper and parent concerns...the complete package of a great summer camp! Swimming is a favorite activity and I understand it was difficult to manage swim time with pool renovations happening. I appreciate that my camper felt safe and heard and that effective response meant he had to come home early one day. That helped him understand consequences. I can't recommend Sterling Woods enough!

Camp Star was able to meet my neurodivergent child’s needs. She thrived for 6 weeks there . I cannot say enough good things about it ! Highly recommend!!

First year joining Y and I am very impressed with the facility, the upgraded equipment , the numerous classes that are available and most of all the friendly and informative staff.

I love this Y! Front desk staff is always so friendly and I love all the new equipment!

My daughter loves all the activities and wouldn’t dream of missing a day of camp for anything!

Is clean .. Staffing are really friendly …
If you forget your card doesn’t make a big deal about ed..

We love all the programs, sports and camps for kids. Club Mid is amazing and my children love participating in all the wonderful programs Claudia Harrington creates. Aynsley Harrington is so helpful in membership as well. We love the Y!

Great people across the board

The Y has many varied programs; something for everyone. It gives me a sense of community.

Exercise classes

Very friendly and helpful staff
lots of opportunity for classes
lots of diversity
very clean facility.
Adequate parking
adequate storage for personal items.
Adequate space to work out, aerobic machines, weightlifting machines, great views ( floor to ceiling windows) in the fitness room. Great space to do mat work or core work or TRX work.
Longstanding trust in this facility!
Best availability of lap lanes,
Can’t wait for the pool to be finished. :-)

The facilities are clean, regularly updated, and offer good value.

Good

I have been a member for many years and go to the Y three times/week. It has been an invaluable aid in helping me reach my health goals. I have met many wonderful people there,,,instructors, class mates who have become personal friends.

The Inclusion Team Rocks!

Y = Community, and GBY is the best around!

Nice people, clean environment and offers everything you could want including a beautiful pool!

great staff great pool

Staff, facilities, other members

Sports camp truly included a big variety of sports with both drills/instruction and play time. They rotated through lots of fun activities and kept kids moving and engaged! Staff knew my son's name and built a relationship with him. Loved how much time they spent outside despite having the gym space available. Thank you!

Well-run and great programs (ie group classes)

The Y has all the classes and equipment that I need. Staff always friendly and helpful.

Had my kids spend the last week of camp here and they had a great time. They loved the different sports activities and my younger one liked gymnastics camp. Definitely will come back again and highly recommend!

Great workout space, friendly staff, great classes

This was my daughter's first time, she loved it. Her favorites were high ropes, swimming, and archery.