We go to the gym as a family to take advantage of child watch while we lift weights. We have tried swim lessons, and will likely try again. Our daughter knows the front desk team very well, feels safe in child watch and the staff has taken ample time to get to know her.
My child doesn’t participate in the programs but this location is very fair when it comes to allowing playing time on the court for other members who do not participate in activities and programs. This is why I travel to this ymca instead of the one in Chester. It’s awful! My child never gets a chance to enjoy his membership because they are ALWAYS canceling the open gym or have programs taking up the gym. They need to do better!
I am a senior currently paying $52 a month to strictly use a cycle room. I take Kathy’s class on Tuesdays and Thursdays. She’s a great teacher very enthusiastic. Get a good workout and I take Kristen on Saturday morning. Those three workouts are very exciting. The only complaint I have is when they’re not there the subs aren’t always adequate.
I just exercise and use the pool in the summer. In the summer I also do water aerobics. Most of the staff in the weight area are friendly and helpful. I don't think putting them behind the info booth is very helpful--better to have them walking on the floor, greeting guests, interacting.
My normal week is to attend at least one class a day six days a week. I'm finding the class designs excellent, the students great fun to be around and the instructors excellent.
I focus on Pilates and Barre classes with HIIT once a week. In particular Pilates classes focus on different objectives which I think great.
I have added Kathy G core class on Thursday mornings prior to Eynat's Pilates class and find it an excellent combination. Core is a key to Pilates I believe but Eynat and Kathryn's approach amplifies core work. I've spoken to several staff members asking them to consider expanding Kathy's Core class prior to Pilates on other days. I think this would benefit overall benefits for Pilates. I hope this could be possible.
I don't participate in the activities but I LOVE all the equipment available at this Y.
Also it is a lot quieter than many Ys. This is important to me because I have hearing loss and want to keep my ears functioning. Some other Ys are so loud - I bought an audiometer to make sure I wasn't just being "touchy."
I will address this issue in a private message to Administrators so thanks, Midlothian for not damaging my poor old eardrums ♥️