Member Testimonials
The space is clean, the equipment is well maintained and a wonderful selection of equipment as well!
Friendly Staff, Clean environment, hours of operation..
what I don't like is the people who are using the machines are constantly viewing their phones, when they should be using the machines, which causes others to have to wait unnecessary for them. It's a pain & very frustrating. The staff have to do something to avoid this Craziness!!!
I like the variety of classes.
The environment
After November 1, 2025 when 'Revamp is Complete', a better experience about the changes
that where made will be given.......
I love the Y because they have all the equipment I could possibly want to achieve my fitness goals. The indoor track, the group fitness classes, the pool, and the amazing staff all make it a great place to work out. As a trans guy, I also really appreciate the gender neutral locker rooms.
Large indoor track, ample space and equipment,
I feel that the classes are accessible and a great mix of different people and abilities. The instructors are full of energy and encouragement. I appreciate the wide variety of classes and equipment available for use.
We joined the YMCA just after the pandemic in an effort to help my daughter (who is autistic) to become a better swimmer. After going to many swim schools and trainers previously, we were nervous to engage but then met Ms. Indya at the GR YMCA. She absolutely did what no other instructor was able to do, which was teach my daughter to simply love swimming. She was incredibly patient and kind. When my daughter was terrified to put her face in the water, she didn't push it but eventually bought her a snorkel mask which she took to immediately. She now dives under water on her own and truly loves swimming. I can't thank her and the YMCA enough for their work, kindness and patience. Truly a special place for my family.
I enjoy using the David D Hunting YMCA because the classes are great. All of the equipment is very nice but what makes the Y remarkable is the friendly staff and the upbeat and happy members
Track size. Classes, pool and weight machines. I also like the location.
Friendly staff . I like that the family pool is warm and it’s open all day and night !!
Love the location, the diversity of folks, the staff (especially Rodney), and the facility overall. The renovations, however, seem to be taking way too long.
Longer Saturday and Sunday hours would definitely be helpful
Variety of fitness equipment, pool, hot tub, track, lockers in workout area, cleanliness. Area for improvement- some staff are very friendly and helpful while some others don’t even acknowledge me when I check in at front desk and say hello.
Beautiful facilities, nice staff, GREAT workout classes and instrutors
I appreciate that the Y is open to all, and encourages a broad membership. I am uncertain, though, why the Y gave away convenient parking access. Was there a choice? Was it simply for the money for refurbishing? The GVSU ramp is not an equivalent exchange for access by seniors. Communication with members is spotty; when will poll-users hear that CC practice starts?
Always a smile and a hello when I arrive. Clean. Awesome yoga instructors (TIM!!!)
Friendly staff and members. Equipment is adequate for my needs. Class instructors are fabulous!
Instructors
Group fitness classes
Friends
Such a beautiful place 😍😍 ppl in the day care are amazing
Everything is very clean and well organized. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the environment feels safe and non-intimidating.
friendly staff, great facilities, lots of options.
Lots of work out equipment and options for heat therapy and swimming
The downtown one is by far the best in the network of Grand Rapids YMCA’s. Always clean and even with the construction going on it’s cleaner than some of the other locations we have been to in the last several years. Super friendly staff always willing to help and see how you’re doing for the day.
Friendly staff and clean environment
I live downtown so the location is great. A good variety of exercise activities and classes
I like the classes, including the pool ones.
It’s clean and well lit.
The gym and pool.