Member Testimonials
Clen, welcoming environment
Great place to exercise with the whole family. We especially enjoy swimming and the track.
I really like the indoor track!
I have liked all interactions with employees, all classes I have participated in so far, and all weights/machines have been great! Most importantly, the YMCA in this area has a more diverse client population than the population I typically see living in Forest Hills (which is one aspect I greatly dislike about Forest Hills).
MFB Y is an outstanding facility. Finally, a Y that has enough locker space.
Multiple options for healthy exercise from walking to weights to many exercise machines.
In the beginning, I chose the MFB YMCA because of the track. I’m a runner who does not care to run on treadmills, but who also has difficulty running outside in winter due to Raynaud’s; the track solved both problems. But I’ve since found that there’s a great deal to appreciate about MFB beyond the track, including the many machines, the great diversity of classes available, and the pools. The facilities are clean, the staff are super friendly and knowledgeable, and there’s good parking
just need a touch more free room to exercise. I little tight in areas. but the track and the accessability is a 10plus plus
It is convenient and the people there are very helpful and friendly.
Mary Free Bed is clean, the staff is friendly, and it has mostly everything you can ask for from a gym. A cold plunge would be nice ;) and extending weekend hours would be more convenient.
I like the long track and the number of machines. The staff is helpful.
Accessibility of equipment, great staff
Like the classes - especially CardioDance with Deb
Like the track during the winter!
Like the friendly staff at the front desk
Like how clean everything is
Areas for improvement:
Very hard to get on the machines as so many people are just staying on them and checking their phones after they’re done. Wish staff could walk around and help with that
Friendly staff, clean—especially the bathrooms, lots of classes and equipment to use at any level. I am a big fan of the pool and open swim times plus walking the track.
Helpful staff, good vibe, great mix of people, just like real life!
friendly staff including front desk greetings and the lifeguards are friendly too
I attend the water aerobics classes. I enjoy the instructors, the size of the pool and the people I’ve met at the classes.
Love the water aerobics classes and instructors!
A nice selection of work out equipment. Facility is well maintained. the staff is cordial. The group fitness instructors are excellent. The value received in relation to the cost is great.
Sarah Ensenat, my trainer, is awesome! She is so motivating, mixes up my work outs and I am never bored.
The classes, socializing, gives me something every day to do and look forward to.
Mary Free Bed is a well laid out and clean facility. I am happy and will continue working out there.
Convenience of location, suitable hours, and clean.
The light, track, Family Pool, and most of all the people!
The water aerobic instructors are great
Staff is friendly and accommodating. Facility is clean. Love the aquatic classes! I don't feel any pressure to dress a certain way. Instructors are knowledgeable, motivational and upbeat. It's almost a home away from home:)
Over all atmosphere. Clean. Great lighting. Track is comfortable to walk for me as a senior with arthritis. Friendly staff - helpful.
Clean and building is in nice shap.
I like the equipment offered at Mary Freebed compared to some of the smaller locations
The indoor walking/running track.