Member Testimonials
Variety of group exercise, 6 week modules, well trained staff
I havent had a chance to look at the programs and activities. I was more interested in how willing the ymca was willing to work with my income so I could get into the weight room.
Instructed John is very helpful and makes swimming lessons fun and alawys look forward to swimming every week. I am learning many different swimming techniques and am becoming a better swimmer because of it just what I signed up for.
My kids love swimming and the open gym. The instructors are kind and fair.
Lots of timing opportunities to get multiple children into different levels of swimming lessons at the same time.
Great meaningful knowledgeable exercise
Friendly welcoming staff
Bright clean spacious change rooms, pool, exercise areas, and amenities
Accessible staff
Positive attitude by all staff
Accessible for all abilities
Good group activities
Very positive environment
Seems well organized. Knowledgable instructors.
Awesome!!
The instructors are very focused on skill development and are kind of
Private lessons and the instructor gets in the water to teach!
There are many different activities at different times. This makes working out flexible. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Friendly knowledgeable staff.
Clean facilities.
Finding Joy and Connection at the Jery MaCcraw Family YMCA
The YMCA offers a cheerful and welcoming environment. With excellent instructors and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s a great place to meet new people and build friendships. For newcomers to Canada who may be missing family and friends, the YMCA provides a space to recharge emotionally through sports and uplifting activities. Personally, on days when I can’t make it there, I truly miss it — it’s become a meaningful part of my daily life.
Nassim Salehi
Very good team they took good care of my children
Absolutely everything!!! I love the pool and the aquafit class. I haven't ventured to the gym upstairs yet but I plan to soon!
Would like to see the gym floor get refinished and draw in pickelball lines .
I like the hours and the availability of the gym.
Love the evening aquafit classes, a Sunday aquafit class would be a very nice addition!
Aquatics
Child minding and toddler activities
Excellent programs geared to children and seniors.
Variety of wellness and swim programs
Aquafit!
The programs at the YMCA are offered at different times of the day to accommodate different schedules.
There is a variety of programs available throughout the day and evening
They are thoughtful and properly applied to the people who are arriving in Canada.
It’s fun engaging and you learn lots
The customer service lens applied to all interactions are commendable at the Sarnia location. I appreciate the welcoming of all to all classes.
I love the swimming classes for my kids and i love going to the gym.

Good variety, awesome coaches.