Member Testimonials
I love the camaraderie that has developed between members. It feels like a family!
Love the variety of classes and times available for them. Cardio equipment is updated and there’s enough machines that you don’t have to wait. The staff is friendly and welcoming and creates a great environment
Great staff & gym equipment. Parking validation is annoying and seems unnecessary 95% of the time. Would make more sense to only require on weekends or times when parking is an issue.
Wonderful instructors for the pool ( we all love Marianne and Kara) - and's inside cardio and core classes ! Love your staff- thank you!!
Tina
Friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Excellent instructors
Everything
I enjoy the classes offered in the evenings after work. I also enjoy as the weather is getting cooler or in the heat of the summer being able to work the inside track. I personally don't like the treadmills but do enjoy the track. I like how clean it is kept too.
Friendly staff, welcoming classes, indoor and outdoor pools
You can exercise anywhere, but it’s the community that makes the difference!
I love love LOVE that it's a Triangle YMCA membership. Finley is my home Y, but if I want to go to Kerr or I want to go to Alexander, I have that option. I'll tell yall that the folks at Finley, in my opinion, are warmer and friendlier than other YMCAs. The other aren't bad or anything, it's just that they're nicer at Finley. Just my 2 cents.
I have been a very satisfied customer of the Bailywick Y for many years. The staff are always so pleasant and helpful.
I would like to make a strong suggestion that an American Flag be place in front of the main entrance to our Y. There is a small, raggedy American flag up by the soccer fields, but I believe a large, lovely symbol of our USA would be welcoming to guests as well as members.
I feel that the new front doors are wonderful and very welcoming to everyone who enters our facility. I like the new doors.
The only other comment I have is to ask when will the heat in the inside pool be stabilized?
Monday, Nov. 9 the water was nice and comfortable to be in during our morning exercise class with Marianne. Today, Nov. 11, the water was cool and the jets were pushing colder water into the pool. Not my best class. And thank you for nice hot showers. I needed it after my pool class.
Nora Liberatore
I absolutely love the Ymca. I have been to many gyms over the year and this gym is absolutely fantastic. From the front desk to the instructors as well as the members. It is just a great community and I’m so thankful to be a part of it.
Facilities are clean and modern. Steps keading to the pool from women’s lockers could be improved.
Locker rooms clean and well appointed. Instruction: pool, weightlifting, etc excellent . Parking ample
Welcoming environment and classes
The Community of participants & staff !! I love my classes, the instructors & the facility itself (except for the lack of temperature control in the large classroom downstairs !).
I like the different classes that Finley offers.
We really enjoy Friday night yoga, as the instructor is excellent and the space is very good.
It has been several years since I participated in any exercise classes at A.E. Finley. I am looking to start some of the virtual classes soon.
Programs for all ages. Equipment in working order.
Great people
I like the variety of group exercise classes.
Having said that, I have 2 request:
1) I recommend the 30 minute Core exercise class 3 times a week (versus 1 only on Wed).
2) I recommend bigger towels.
I love the prayer box and the strips of paper with verses that I can take. I always take one and see what message is for me today. It is so nice to feel cared about and loved in this way.
Community events, fundraising for good causes, friendships and excellent classes and instructors.
Large facility with lots of classes & activities. Also appreciate the availability of a variety of Thrive classes throughout the week.
Enjoy the people and the staff.
Tons of equipment, huge gym
I love the AE Finley Y .. we have been members for many years. The Y offers classes for every level and is encourages modification as needed. I feel at home at the Y! It is a great place to stay healthy, and to form and maintain friendships.
10 out of 10! We love everything about the A.E. Finley YMCA. The people are genuinely kind, the workout area is clean and well-maintained, and joining has been the best choice. Looking forward to the updates coming as well :O)
Everyone at the Y is so positive and encouraging. I enjoy my Trek class with Rosemary and Lora Tuesdays and Thursdays and feel great after a group workout.
Clean facility