Member Testimonials
We are currently using the y to mainly swim. I have a 7 yr old and a 15 yr old girls granddaughter's that I am raising.
I would like to take some of the classes for older adults because I am 58 and have been living with Parkinson's for 14 years, but, there is nothing for the girls to do at the time of the classes. The kids gym and play area are reserved for day camp all day everyday.
It just seems like we can't all get into classes at the same time which would mean multiple trips
There is nothing for my 5'2" 109lb 15 yr old to do except play drop in volleyball or basketball with grown men twice her size and she gets hurt every time. This last injury was a dislocated thumb.
But, summer is nearly over and things will change with the beginning of school.
However we really do like going to the Y. Everyone is so kind and helpful.
Especially a man named Brian who is a maintenance man at the Tom Taylor facility. He saw Sophia watching the volleyball and saw that she was shy and uncomfortable and took her over and introduced her to some of the other players.
Another time when we were there on Saturday, he saw that Savannah was trying to play basketball and the hoop was too high and he to lowered it for her.
I see him walking around as he's doing his job and watching what people are doing and jumping in and making a difference when he can.
like about = Everything! Sandi was very knowledgeable! Amazing!!
could improve = none!!
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could improve = stop cooking bacon in the am, it's too distracting.
like about = It was fantastic. Sandi couldn't have been more welcoming, informative, and hospitable.
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like about = 3 Barre classes this week were great
could improve = more individual light, med & heavy weights. Many classes suggest 6 weights 1) x 30 = 180, 2) 70-80 = 450-480, sometimes 3 classes use these and over 700-800 weights are needed.
like about = Brian's printmaking class is PHENOMENAL!
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Like about = Natalie was so profession and uplifting. I felt welcomed and she was amazingly efficient signing me up.
Could improve = Can't think of anything
Like about = LOVE the new lock room lighting! Thanks!
Professionalism
Of coaches
Dedicated instructors
Commitment to
Safety
The facility is clean, updated, and welcoming. Staff are friendly and helpful. I only use the pool, which has good hours and availability
Everything.....
It was great
The place is exceptionally clean. Many amenities and so pleasant to be in. Navigating is easy. Plenty of signs and markers. Every staff member I’ve encountered has been helpful and nice. Had I known it was so awesome I would have joined sooner. Lots of equipment choices and I love the walking track. Big thanks to all of the donors that made it available to everyone.
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George Hovany
My daughter is in level 3 swimming classes M-Th. Her teacher, Sandi, is phenomenal! She's attentive and encouraging but has high expectations and makes the kids want to succeed. My daughter is thriving under her instruction. Give her a raise! 😁
Getting into the swim lessons it complicated due to the web site. The staff have been very helpful trying to make it work for my family and I am grateful. Thank you
Very friendly staff. Clean environment. Such great equipment.
Fantastic staff and classes!
Great community asset.
I love the feeling I get when i walk through the front door, especially when I am greeted by a big dog! It is so friendly and comfortable. I love all my fellow mer-peeps! Joanne (Bonnie Bubbles) Jones
I love the Y and attend your senior classes.
Summer parking is bad!!!
I would love an in between time for silver fit classes - 8:30 quite early for me - 10:45 quite late. But I know you have so much going on.
On general I am pleased with the YMCA, although I have only used the gym and saunas
Very welcoming, to everyone.
Location and classes
Large, clean facility. Good quality equipment. I love that I see all ages. It is a community facility. Longer hours is helpful too. (Though it’s getting crowded)
The facilities are fantastic and so is the staff
Tracy and Lisa are amazing instructors!
Actually, We are at a point of disappointment with the YMCA pool experience. In the last 2 months we’ve had “Brownouts” which means we either can’t get in the rec pool or we have to get out in the middle of exercising. And last week there were two days when the pool was too cold to swim in due to some kind of heater problem, and yesterday when we were in everybody started noticing that cold water Was pouring out the heater again and we had to get out early. There’s a group of older citizens that exercise over couple hours during the midday, the warmer water for their joints. If there was another option in Gig Harbor, we probably take it.
Staff friendly, helpful and pleasant
cleanliness
numerous options of equipment, classes and programs for all ages
whiteboard quotes and sayings a great feel good for end of work out
The camp staff are so caring, compassionate, and attentive to the needs of my child. They do everything in their power to help her have a great camp experience.