Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA
40 Leggs Hill Rd
Marblehead
MA 01945
United States

Member Testimonials

Report a concern   June 25, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.M.B. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

It’s getting better with more and aquatic fitness classes it could use earlier morning and evening classes for aquatic fitness. I love the new look and new people

Report a concern   June 25, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Robert Van Lith Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Great facilities, very clean (important!), and the staff is excellent, very professional and kind.

Report a concern   June 25, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.S. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Great facility. Well-maintained. Friendly. Lots of options. Pools. Yoga. Even a snack bar.

Report a concern   June 24, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by M.R. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

I feel they offer a wide variety of classes. They have a lot of equipment .
The price is good for what you get

Report a concern   June 23, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.S. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Great exercise classes and equipment.

But wish there were more ellipticals and more parking spaces.

Report a concern   June 23, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by E.P. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Sports
What do you like about our program and activities?

The pickleball league needs some serious review. My suggestion would be to never allow a ‘beginner’ to play in any intermediate league. Regardless of lack of beginners to make a foursome.

It was done in the the Fall league and again in the Spring league. It puts intermediate players at a disadvantage having to play with players who are not at that level yet. It hurts their score tremendously. We pay $150. to play with a comparable level, not beginners. A 4pm open court schedule should kept in place if beginners want to play.

Also on the scoring system…PLEASE go to Kings and Queens scoring. Winners move up a court, non-winners move down a court, and join another winner/non-winner to play the next game. Scores are given to Mike at the end of each game.

I can absolutely promise you this is the scoring method the majority of the 5 and 6 pm leagues want to play. We have all related how ‘off’ the league is by not allowing more players to play with others with its present scoring system. Last winter, Doug took a vote from the 5pm league. And I was THERE as he wrote down the overwhelming votes to go to Kings and Queens…yet when the email came out it was completely REVERSED from what was voted for!!!

The Kings and Queens set up makes it a much more level playing field and is the one preferred by players. And all you need is one sheet with names in alphabetical order, so that their score can be written down over the three game period. And the weekly graph sent out by Austin will reflect the standings according to the tallied scores. Then each week the players play against the other top, middle and bottom four…and the Kings and Queens goes back into play, moving up with a win, down with a loss. It is a much fairer way of play.

I truly hope the Y ‘listens and acts’ on suggestions this time. Last year it all seemed to fall on deaf ear and be ignored and was so frustrating.

Report a concern   June 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Trisha Bodero Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Aquatics (Recreation)
What do you like about our program and activities?

Very family friendly and one big happy community.

Report a concern   June 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by K.B. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Aquatics (Recreation)
What do you like about our program and activities?

Mr. Peter is a great teacher!

Report a concern   June 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by R.H. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

The range of activities available is a big plus. Exercise equipment is up to date, there is space for the things I want want to do.

Report a concern   June 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.Q. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

I love the pool at the Y. The staff is professional and very nice.

Report a concern   June 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Diane Ayott Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

I think the Y is a great place for all members of our greater community. The staff are friendly and professional and always there to help. The people are what matter most!
The facilities are decent and welcoming in design. I can easily recommend the Y to anyone looking for a comfortable place to exercise and socialize with other folks. In addition they offer special programming, pop-up classes and personal training.

Report a concern   June 20, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by I.A. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Childcare (School Age)
What do you like about our program and activities?

Everything is great, wish there was a bit more clarity on how the groups were split up by age etc. Would love to see the option to select days such as Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

Report a concern   June 20, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Ann McGreevy Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

I love the warm small pool for swimming and exercise.

Report a concern   June 20, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.G. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

The facility is beautiful, the people there are so nice to each other and guests, the hours are great and the price is right!!

Report a concern   June 20, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.M. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

It is a great place.

Report a concern   June 19, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by V.D.P. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Wonderful machines, helpful staff and clean spacious work out area…rest room is clean….

Report a concern   June 19, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by W.M. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Love the improvements and the water classes

Report a concern   June 19, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Louisa Kling Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

I’ve been taking the core/yoga class and loving it. It’s Tuesday and Thursday from 10:45-11:45. Not sure the name of the instructor but she is good.

Report a concern   June 19, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.F. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

All inclusive and many opportunities for several times of classes and activities

Report a concern   June 19, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Helen Apostolides Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

good programs
excellent squash and doubles court

Report a concern   June 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Subroto Bhattacharya Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Enjoy the facility and the community. Have been gong to the Y for 13 years!

Report a concern   June 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by John Callahan Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

There are a huge number of options for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It is typically busy and still I feel that I can workout comfortably. Great to see multi-generalation participation.

Report a concern   June 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Tyler Hinckley Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

The early education program and the squash program are amazing!

Report a concern   June 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.N. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Very happy with the classes offered and the staff, especially the staff teaching at the pool

Report a concern   June 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Richard Levine Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

I’m an early morning member and always greeted by John and Keith. Both are fantastic and really very good at their jobs. Keith keeps everything clean and organized. I do see the downside of it though because it’s getting busier…I know that it’s a blessing and a curse and still a great environment.

Report a concern   June 18, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.D. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

This YMCA is 😁 mg and clean.
The pools are amazing. Small pool is fairly warm. Larger pool is nice, but cold

Outdoor pool is beautiful .
It's a safe space. The gym upstairs is very nice
They even have a cafe. $$$

I'm very pleased with my membership.

Report a concern   June 16, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.T. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

staffs very friendly. Clean changing and locker area. Locker with combination lock is a plus.

Report a concern   June 16, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.S. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

I love the pools, the gym, the studio space, the kid center on the first floor, the ease of scheduling PT at Spaulding, the Lance Armstrong program, etc, etc.

Report a concern   June 16, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.D. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Great classes for all ages and more equipment than we know what to do with. Especially love the pool for both exercise and family fun. Just wish the senior pool classes weren’t so early morning.

Report a concern   June 15, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.K. Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA - Membership
Why are you so likely to recommend the Y?

Clean. Friendly. Good classes.


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