Member Testimonials
It's a quiet, welcoming environment that's non judgemental.
Great Men's Locker Room! Nice layout of exercise equipment on third floor. 5 stairsteppers. Diversity of members
Free parking
I love Rodney at the front desk. I love the evening instructors. I love that more classes are being added.
The interior of the y is coming along nicely. The only negative thing I can think of right now is that sometimes the studio floors are slippery and dirty.
They made the parking situation easy with construction challenges. The diversity of members is enjoyable.
I thought about a lesser number as the track is not monitored- just that some youth do not respect the rules of sharing, and complicate the busyness by hanging out in lanes doing other than walking or running.
I like that improvements are constantly being made to the facilities and that the space is always clean. Other patrons seem respectful of one another and the gym is easy to access.
I am disappointed that free membership is only available to full-time GVSU students. I am a part-time masters student and will be paying the same tuition as a full-time student, if not more considering tuition costs rise each year. i live in Eastown and take classes at the downtown Grand Valley campus so I do not have access to fitness facilities in Allendale. I wish this benefit was available to all who pay tuition to GVSU.
Very clean. Tons of machines. Beautiful pool. Love the walking track
Always appreciate this facility! The staff are great and the equipment is top-notch. Parking in the Seward lot is convenient and easy. Transitions/changes during construction of the soccer stadium have made things a bit complicated, but it seems that the Y has anticipated as much as they can and are making every effort to make folks aware of things that are in flux. I will continue to use this as my secondary location, especially when I'm looking for a relaxing stay in the steam room, (when it's open)!
Great facilities
Steam room #1. Senior accommodations #2. Professional attitude and services by some staff members#3. Renovations and improvements are great. #4,
great location, beautiful facility, lots of programming
People staff new locker rooms ( would like to be able to rent lockers again
I started going to David D Hunting regularly in May 2025 and have gone 4-5 times a week ever since. I use the weight floor, the track, sauna, and I've attended step cardio, body pump, and body balance classes. Folks at the front desk are always kind and calm and willing to answer questions. The folks who walk around the weight areas are so helpful, any time I have asked any one of them how to use a piece of equipment, they have not hesitate to demo it for me or show me a machine that is similar to what I need if the Y doesn't have the exact machine. I always see staff sweeping, vacuuming and disinfecting the WHOLE machine, not just the high touch areas. There are always janitors around changing the trash and what not. I always see the certified athletic trainers with their clients and I also see them using the facility too which is always a good sign. Sometimes, while waiting for a group fitness class to start, I will see the childcare professionals walking the small kids to the bathroom single file and with that small glimpse, I can tell they're fabulous at what they do. Talking to the kids with care and structure, explaining to them that the processes they follow are for their safety (sitting along the railing, two kids in the bathroom at a time because that's how many stalls there are, etc.). I have so much respect for everyone working at the Y. Thank you for what you do!
It has so much under one roof
Staff is friendly. Made some friends there. Glad the men’s locker room is completed. The update looks great. It was looking the 20 yo it was. Really good communication during construction/renovation
Awesome men's locker room. Just put up 3 to 4 fans please
Pool, hottubs,new dressing rooms
The parking sucks!
I like the pool.
racquetball courts!!
Everything was open and really not too busy. Life guards were on duty. Locker rooms were clean.
Equipment, amenities such as steam room, sauna, whirlpool; classes
i love the openness and so many locations to exercise. Love the location, the track. Best YMCA ever.
I love the Les Mills classes at the Y
Everything is generally clean and easily accessible. Things will be better once the mens locker room is open.
David D Hunting YMCA is upgrading its facilities to continue to maintain its excellent reputation.
i recommend joining if you are serious about your health and fitness. Located near downtown GR, it is very convenient.
This is a wonderful facility. It is easy to access and has great amenities. It is perfect for anyone.
I love the facilities. Even with construction, it is a great place to work out/swim.
I like the atmosphere. The pool the sauna and hot tub. I like the fact that my grandkids can play basketball while I’m doing my thing.
I AM OLDMEMBER I like all service everyone isfreindly and supportive i enjoy the service