Member Testimonials
Great staff and a very clean well maintained facility.
Very Friendly and Knowledgeable swim instructor…Rachael!!!
My kids have been in swim lessons before, but learned leaps and bounds more in two sessions here at the Y. Rachel is amazing!
The location of the y to our home is very close and everyone is very welcoming. It’s great to have such a great facility locally.
Welcoming
Great coaches, good facilities and practice options
Rachel is incredible with my two year old. He has come so far in 6 months. I love that the class is around 25 minutes. The babies and toddlers are DONE by the end but it’s perfect timing
Michele was an excellent coach, her approach was genuine, respectful, fun, and knowledgeable. Michele helped build my confidence in the water. I was highly recommend this experience to anyone.
I am taking water aerobics on Tuesday and Thursday, and really appreciate the instructor, Isaac. It is a good group, and the exercise has proven to be helpful for my leg issue. The group is very welcoming, the lifeguards are very friendly and professional, and I am always greeted by the staff at the front desk. Very pleasant experience.
The Instructor, Rachel was detailed and thorough.
The Y swim team welcomes swimmers of all skill levels and fosters success at every level. This is not common in other swim teams and should be celebrated.
The adult swim class was a great experience for my daughter. She gained a ton of confidence in the water and is excited to get out and swim at other places. Thank you so much Michele!!
I liked my instructor the best. Michelle was very patient and had most of us swimming by the third class! There was one classmate who was extremely fearful of the water and Michelle also had her feeling comfortable.
My family and I were already members of the Birmingham Y in the past. When we saw the program for free swimming classes, my husband and I jumped at the chance to improve our swimming abilities. I wanted to strengthen my swimming skills because I have a special needs child. If an emergency happens, I want to feel comfortable jumping into action. My instructor, Michelle, was the cherry on top. He was relaxed, encouraging and educated on how to improve my skills. I love everything about the Y. I wish there was one in every neighborhood (I live in Southfield).
Good trainers and facilities
Water aerobics class
Great swim program!
It’s a great place for kids in our community to learn to swim and eventually join BBD! Swim is a big part of our family thanks to the Birmingham Family YMCA!
Enjoyed the classes.
The gym and atmosphere
Every single person I've interacted with behind the desk has been friendly and helpful, the facilities are clean and the lifeguards are also friendly and attentive.
The staff is friendly and they have lots of programs and activities for both adults and kids.
The sauna and the Pool
The feeling I have when I come to YMCA is the feeling I come to my home and the people I consider my family members
Thé Zumba
Free yoga from great instructors.
Water Exercise in the deep pool is the best way to start a day! Isaac is a patient and motivating instructor!
People....attendees in my swim class & staff.
The basketball gymnasium. Only one around the Birmingham area. Just wish it was more available throughout the week.

It’s always a warm and inclusive place!