Matta is a wonderful instructor! She starts on time and ends on time. Equally as important, her classes are never stale or boring and gives a great fitness challenge.
What we like most about the North YMCA is the sense of Community from the moment we are greeted at the front desk at 5:30AM by Robyn, or in the late morning by so many friendly front desk workers. Bootcamp with Jim Durham M, W & F has been our favorite group for years. Can't give all the credit to Jim, although without his steady committment to providing class leadership voluntarily for over 20+ years speaks for itself. (I mean, who does that at 6:00am without pay year after year??) But what I really love about the North Y is the people that go there, especially the 50+ older crew that show up ready to share friendship and encouragement day after day, and man is that CONTANGIOUS!!
Most recently Dale and I have started attending the Enhanced Fitness class with instructors Sally Meanor and Tirza Wise. WOW!!! These two women are top quality and the workout that is catered to Seniors was very challenging yet adaptable for those with physical limitations. These ladies are so full of joy!! We are so impressed with how deeply caring these leaders are and the bonds that have been created in the class it self are palpable. They understand the importance of community in relationship to senior health and well being and this whole group is full of amazing seniors that are making a difference, one relationship at a time.
Keep up the great work, YMCA North!!! We love our Y!! We love our community!!
Dale and Beth Friend
I tell others of my favorite YMCA in Columbus... I have worked there, created friendships, and lost weight there. During a eighteen month absence I longed for exercise in addition to seeing friends.
Courteous people who are able to answer your questions and if not they will find someone who can. Smiling faces and the diversity. Equipment is well maintained. Location is good.
Different programs to meet the needs of the community.