Palo Alto

Member Testimonials

Report a concern   February 5, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.L.T. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I primarily use the warm swimming pool, not in a class but doing my independent exercise activities. I really like that there is this “free swim” time in the morning. It gets my day started in the best way.
Occasional I use a treadmill but that is not my primary activity. Many thanks.

Report a concern   February 5, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.F. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Wide variety of activities and classes. The youth basketball league is also a big plus.

Report a concern   January 30, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.G. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I use the pool nice and clean although the showers could have a little more power come out or

Report a concern   January 29, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by K.L. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I like the indoor pool — esp during the colder winter months! -- and the comprehensive services offered.

Report a concern   January 29, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.W. Palo Alto Family YMCA - Swim Lessons
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Teacher Carol is wonderful!

Report a concern   January 29, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by N.M.C. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

With Y since last century!

Report a concern   January 29, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Z.W. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Table tennis and Swimming pool

Report a concern   January 29, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by M.Z. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Fine set of exercise equipment. Clean and cheerful looking premises. Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable staff. Pleasant overall environment.

Report a concern   January 25, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by L.V.R. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Dance classes

Report a concern   January 24, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.A. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Weight room could use a “Smith” machine so a solo lifter would be safe without a spotter.

Report a concern   January 23, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.B. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Nice classes, nice classrooms, great teachers, nice lobby and nice, helpful workers there.

Report a concern   January 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.K. Palo Alto Family YMCA - Swim Lessons
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

We love Heather and Erik!

Report a concern   January 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Y.T. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Todo

Report a concern   January 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.W. Palo Alto Family YMCA - Swim Lessons
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Victor has had a great experience with Ms Carol and the rest of the aquatics team!

Report a concern   January 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by G.W. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Swim, Weight gym and basketball

Report a concern   January 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA - Swim Lessons
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Love the aquatics program! My two kids have been taking swim lessons at the Palo Alto YMCA for several years. The teachers are great (specifically Ms. Carol and Heather). The rest of the aquatics staff are friendly and knowledgeable.

Report a concern   January 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by E.G.M. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

small environment

Report a concern   January 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I don't use any programs or activities. I use the fitness center and I like the proximity of the club and the facilities

Report a concern   January 21, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by E.W. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I like that there is an indoor swimming pool so I can stay out of the sun. I like the e-gym so I don’t need to pay attention to weight machine settings. And I like that there is a wide variety of classes.

Report a concern   January 21, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.F. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Nice pool. Open all day!

Report a concern   January 21, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by M.P. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Diversuty

Report a concern   January 16, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.B. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Friendly staff and great facility

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by K.T. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The staff at the front desk was outstanding to deal with

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.I. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Everything is great except you might want to consider salt water pools. The chlorine is a bit harsh and carcinogenic.
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Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Firendly

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.G.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

i love the rowing machine

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by F.O. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The pool is the best in the Bay Area

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.A. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Just joined. I haven't tried the prgorams, yet. Very clean facility. Great pool. Great gym. Friendly staff.

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by V.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Small and close to us.

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I have been a family member since 1997. The Family Y has been an integral part of our family activities since my daughters were young children. When they were in high school and college we worked out together in Body Pump and Cycling classes, and used the Bank center. Now, as an older adult, I use the lap pools frequently.

The Family Y is a wonderful asset to our community. I love the instructors, and am so pleased to see that there are new, well-trained lifeguards for the pools.

I know it has been a long road to "rebuild" after COVID, and hats off to you all.


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