Member Testimonials
The staff is very friendly and helpful. I like how there are programs and activities for all different age groups and fitness levels.
It is simple and not too competitive. Fun but educational.
I've done a few different programs through the Y and usually they're just "ok" - good enough to keep my kids busy but not good enough to tell all my friends about it. Well, since having Coach Rinker for the boy's basketball session I have been VERY impressed by his dedication and skill level. My son loves going to practices and games, and I've noticed an improvement in his skills as well. I would recommended this particular Coach to everyone - but I want to keep him all to myself :) If more of the coaches in the program were like Coach Rinker, the Y would be one of the top programs in the region.
No matter what skill level, kids are welcome to try a new sport without the pressure of having to immediately be the best. I’ve always enrolled my boys in sports at the Y because of the time the coaches spend to help all kids strive to be their own personal best.
Great coaches, great team spirit
I like how they are open to anyone and are very good with coordinating friends on same team. Makes a big difference when have friends where they enjoy going and being there.
One thing that needs to be worked on is signing up. The portal is awful and so many people complain about it.and end up not signing up out of frustration or the use of time. Also can't register over the phone and take payment. This needs to change as it's 2021!!!! We are busy with kids and making a stop to fill out a form is not necessary. Thanks
The people have been nice
I use the pool. I don't like when I arrive at 5:30 a.m. only to find out the pool is closed. This has happened more than once
Swim
I appreciate your availability during winter cold and snow. I'm a divorced father and have my children very rarely. Having the pool or other activities available during the winter months is greatly appreciated. It gives me a chance to have bonding activities with my kids. In addition it give me a local gym to keep up my own fitness. Thanks so much!
Early programs for older people like Low impact aerobics, deep water aerobics, water walking. Locker rooms are clean,
I swim and do the machines and know all the people I see regularly! Makes workout more fun!
Variety of classes
Zumba, don’t like when u have an established class you change day and time.
I really enjoy the group exercise programs. I realize COVID 19 has put a crimp in the program but hope for a return to a fuller schedule and more offerings.
Love being able to play pickleball at the Y. And I enjoy the muscle and movement class. People are so friendly at the Y. There are more classes I would like to try that are not too strenuous and would love to do some free time exercises in the pool but do not care for the dressing room because it’s hard to change into dry clothing with the floor all wet and no chair to sit to put dry shoes on. Don’t want to sound like complaining, because I love the SOUTHWEST YMCA and the people. I thank God every time I go to the YMCA, it’s nice to be around people.
I love the pool and the pool hours.
But cleaning could be better in the pool and especially on the pool deck.
Also please clean & santitize the handrailing by the steps. I use a wet wipe so I keep germs off my hands but the wipe is always very dirty when I get to the bottom of the steps.
There's a program for everyone and every level of exercise
Aquacize
Good variety of group classes & instructors modify for any fitness level. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
Great variety.
There's a nice variety to appeal to all ages.
Variety
Geared to age groups and abilities
Very good instructors
Excellent hours of operation
Fine facility and equipment
I like that the times my husband and I go are seniors like us.
I really enjoyed the barbell pump that Jackie W at the SW Y taught but it was replaced with body pump. There are several of the exercises in the new program that I’m not able to do.
I want to stay strong in my seniors years so I do the ones I can do and do other exercises during the ones that I can’t.
The facility is clean and the staff is very friendly.
Commitment to community health.
Lap Lanes in the pool are accessible and not crowded.
Everything is at the highest level of excellence!!
I participate in the water exercise class on Thursday nights. Emily is great, she is very engaging with the members. I look forward to attending as often as I can.
The exercise leaders snd socializing with others.
I like how frequently the lap lanes are open. I wish the Maple Y had its lap lanes open more often.