I love the way the gym/weight area, feels like a real old fashioned gym. Some of the other Y’s have nicer areas, but not that real gym, weightlifting feel. I also love the turf area for people to practice sports. I love that there’s a physical therapy office at the YMCA. And, all of the staff people are so friendly and so helpful. Monika is a great personal trainer. It’s nice to see people of all ages working out there.
I do hope that this YMCA gets some upgrades to the parking area and it would be great to see the outdoor area upgraded so people can use a basketball court for instance. It would be nice to see upgraded weight machines and additional free weights. I know the other YMCAs in the area seem to frequently update their machines, but I think Manlius has been overlooked. Keep up the good work! The Manlius YMCA is definitely a hidden gem.
There are many types of classes. The childcare lets my daughter in law exercise instead of waiting for me to babysit; my grandson loves it. He calls it “ school”. The staff is always helpful. Sometimes I enjoy a cup of freshly made coffee and chat with other members before leaving. It’s an overall good experience. I especially enjoy the yoga classes!