Member Testimonials
Not such a crowd in the afternoon
I use the pool, chair yoga class and also beginners pilates currently. The teachers are great, the director of the Healthy Living Center is fantastic! I need the exercise and enjoy the fellowship. I also have started quilting, with the help of the wonderful ladies in that group. I'm very grateful for the outlet, time for exercise and also the creativity aspect.
easy access
wonderful staff very helpful
nice atmosphere
Variety of classes and time availability.
Love the pool
Everyone is friendly and the instructors are very knowledgeable. They are very attentive and caring.
Love the Aqua swim exercise classes
they are taught well. also the activities are suited for my taste.
Love doing swimming classes with Laurie!
Everyone is so friendly and helpful!
The people and that warm pool
Love the "Get Up and Go" class. Lawana is great. So welcoming and thoughtful. Will get back to some other classes, after my surgery. Keep up the good work.
Great instructors, programs geared to a variety of fitness levels, something for everyone. Friendly staff, lots of social activities & classes & much more. I love the Balance & Mind-Body classes which have greatly improved my balance & so much lessened my chance of falls. Card games and the monthly Harvest Lunches are also some of my favorites. Art class, dancing, drumming, sewing,Tai Chi, chair yoga, Support Groups, woodworking...so much to choose from! The pool & workout room are much used by people of all ages. I have never been in a Rec Center or YMCA with such a smorgasbord for older adults. It is nice to be with a bunch of people approximately my age, too, although there are varying ages from 30s to 90s that I see here.
The HLC promotes hope, inclusion in a community and does much to dispel loneliness and sadness & depression in people as they age. I have many friends here and feel very supported by both staff and fellow classmates. This is a truly great part of the City of Council Bluffs.
Dancing and exersise. Nice people!
I love the warm pool, Lauri our leader on Tuesday and Thursday. I have met so many wonderful friends at the Y. Also enjoy having coffee with friends after the pool
You need either longer hours during the week or on Saturday.
Love the variety of group classes, great knowledgeable instructors
Pool, gym, mahjonng and socializing.
Need hot water in restrooms though.
The better balance class has really helped me. I am a lot more confident in walking and just general activities.
Pilates has also helped me and is a great social environment.
Programs and activities are keeping me moving!
All classes are well done excellent instructors, pool a wonderful place for exercise
The target participants are senior or retired people. Also, there is plenty of variety and sessions to help one navigate the current times such as protecting yourself from scammers.
Lots of different classes and programs to choose from. I especially love the line dancing classes and the bus trips.
Keeps you motivated, moving, alive!
Get you out of the house to meet new people and enjoy conversation.
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Wish more classes geared for parkinsons
I like the treadmill and other machines that work on the legs and some of the weights I know I can safely use.
I love the variety of programs and exercises classes from land to water! The people here are awesome. Come and meet your new friends! And the coffee is always on!
I enjoy all of the people. The energy and support to be active and live your best life.
Love this place. Everyone is so friendly and helpful.