Member Testimonials
The variety of classes/opportunities that the center offers as well as the friendly atmosphere throughout the building.
I have been going to the YMCA since I was a child and I still love it as an adult, the community environment is motivating and uplifting and I feel better about contributing to something here compared with to other gyms. The local facility is wonderful!
I recently joined the Oakland County YMCA in Royal Oak.
The staff ay the Y are very courteous and helpful. Communication regarding upcoming events, weather closings are very timely and informative.
Happy to be a member!
It is hard to just list one thing that I like best about the Y.
I like:
The staff
The facility
The pool
The friendliness of the people I exercise with.
Everyone is friendly and there is a nice variety of group classes.
Extremely well sanitized, family friendly and welcoming!
Relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff (and members), clean and working equipment
Enjoyable every time I go. The staff is so friendly and helpful.
It's a Wonderful place to be a part of. The staff is very helpful while still being very professional. It's a wonderful place to be a part of. The staff is very helpful in any way they can,
Friendly staff and a variety of exercise experiences
The South Oakland Y has a welcoming, friendly atmosphere; l feel very comfortable there. I really enjoy the Silver Sneakers yoga and stretch classes.
Fantastic customer service. Everyone treated me like I was the only person there at that time.
The staff is friendly and helpful. It’s nice to walk into the Y and have the staff address you by name. Also the classes are slot of fun.
Great staff
Silver Sneakers Yoga
Just a great place. Not too crowded
Great staff earning there! I'm looking forward to see all the renovations and upcoming class offerings! I have met some wonderful people using the Y!
The staff are WONDERFUL! They are helpful, cheerful, polite, and whenever possible, accomodating.
Your facility is always clean.
The yoga exercise is timely and well organized.
Smiling helpful personnel.
Swim fit classes
Lots of friendly people and the guy is equipped with good equipment.
That's easy. The Y is our extended family. The third generation of our family is about to get to know the Y programs - they've made our family healthier, closer, and made our lives richer.
I love this Y! I love the classes, the instructors, the employees, the members, the equipment, the atmospher…i love the whole experience!! Thank you to everyone!!
Friendly community, including both staff and members. Clean, well-maintained equipment.
Although the workout room in the basement needs a refresh and often feels on the cold side, my classmates and teachers are great! All of the staff are very helpful. I am looking forward to the refresh that is going on upstairs. The facility is always busy and I appreciate the work that is going on. I'm glad I found the Y!
The staff members are friendly and welcoming. Non-intimidating environment. Family friendly. Wide variety of fitness classes. Fabulous swimming pool. Convenient parking. Reasonable membership fees. Positive vibe atmosphere.
Staff and ability to use multiple facilities

The friendly staff and members.