Member Testimonials

Instructors are amazing and there is something for everyone.

I use the outdoor pool. It is the best around in the area. I view it as a real asset to the Y

I use the machines downstairs for an all around physical workout using a lot of long
muscles and some short muscles.

Lots of classes and amazing instructors

The instructors are excellent!

The programs are varied and fun. The instructors are very professional and seem aware that many in the classes are of different ages and skill levels . The improvements to the facility are amazing this year! Great new machines and flooring.
The pool is showing it’s age a bit but the aquatic staff is excellent.

All of the employees are very helpful and friendly. The classes are great too.

Has all the machines I need for a good workout
Th

1.) Kelly, Fitness Director continues to be a major asset and addition to the YMCA. I have >50 years of experience of dealing with the public and she possesses what it takes to make the needed improvements in PR, staff and the facility, along with promoting the YMCA.

2.) Several of the hand sanitizer (wall mounted) units have been empty for over a month! We are in flu season and need to control the spread of the viruses as much as possible.

3.) MANY MEMBERS USE THE EXERCISE MACHINES AS THEIR PERSONAL "PARK BENCHES", MANY OF WHICH ARE SEWED TO THEIR CELL PHONES!!! Even when asked nicely, many continue to sit, listen, read, text, whatever. Many get insulted when asked to finish up after an inordinate amount of time. "Working In" is a term and thing of the past, prior to cell phones. Members have become oblivious and self-centered. They seem entitled. I clocked one recently on the chest machine at 26 minutes!!! You MUST find a way to get them OFF the machines in < 5 minutes, without discourse. Your new "softened" look Rules Sign, does not do the trick, not that the older one did.

4.) Promote 4 Wall HANDBALL (not racquetball). Handball is far superior to any other racquet type sports,especially pickleball; not even close skill-wise. I posted phone numbers on the sign board outside the handball courts for 6 years now and never gotten a single call. Why not publicize Handball in your newsletter, at least? It is sad that I need to drive 45 min. to play in Sarasota, when you have two fine handball courts on site.

5.) The PR of the staff is improving, especially with the new hires. You still have a few "stiffs" remaining in the P.T. arena, that find it hard to say hello to members working out in the gym.

6.) Bring back towels (at least the small ones you had, pre-Covid). Covid is OVER!.

7.) Fix 2-6 above and you will have a 10/10.

Thank you.

Boyd

I’m able to find a perfect fit for my level of activity for my age and physical abilities. It seems like they have everything to fit all ages and abilities.

Body pump and lots of yoga.

No adverse comments!

I think my trainer Lucia deserves a raise. She is the most patient person I know. If it wasn’t for her I would have never come back.

No cost to veterans

Have joined any programs or activities but use the pool and gym many times a week

A nice verity of different activities for all ages and all types of physical conditions and levels.

You offer a wide variety of exercise options. Better than anything I have seen in our area.

Staff and coverage of all activities consistently reliable.

Water aerobics with Bonny

Many different machine. Cardio, strength and flexible. All yo\u could want. I especially enjoy the steam room and sauna.

The wide range of exercise equipment.

They are so much fun… good for my health
You can go at your own pace
It is such a happy place!!!!!

I really love the size and the extensive equipment you have for exercising in the gym. I do not like how the middle school children run the gym during the afternoon hours. They are misbehaving all the time

Ability to use free weights.

Great classes and instructors.

Class rooms need to be cleaned more thoroughly and on a daily bases.

Lots of classes, friendly staff, great instructors, lots of equipment

Great yoga classes

Very good regular teachers.
Friendly people

I enjoy the classes.
The studios are filthy and Studio C has ants all over the floors, along the walls. The cleaning crew obviously does not clean the studios.

Diversity and availability