It's a clean, bright facility with lots of options. Staff are friendly and good at what they do. I love Mary's chair yoga and Terry's yoga classes. Haven't tried anything else as I live in Haverhill and usually go there.
Very calming and low stress environment...
Kids, when present (up to High School age), are well behaved and respectful of each other, and of the adults, on the premises.
Self-worth is a beautiful thing. It’s an invitation to a better you. And that’s what the YMCA is for me.
Going to my class is like transporting me to a wonderland of work and fun.
Who says you can’t have both?!
Thank you, Wendy!
Review for Shotokan Karate with Robert Harb at the Plaistow YMCA
Although my 16-year-old daughters have only just begun their training with Sensei Robert Harb, I’m already deeply impressed. Even after just a few classes, it’s clear that this is a serious, traditional Shotokan karate program: rooted in discipline, respect, and authentic martial arts lineage.
Sensei Harb brings a calm, focused presence to the dojo. His instruction is clear, structured, and grounded in the true spirit of karate-do. The environment is welcoming yet disciplined, and my daughters are responding so well to the thoughtful, no-nonsense approach.
We’re excited to continue this journey and grateful to have found such a high-quality program right here at the YMCA. Highly recommended for families seeking more than just a casual martial arts class. This is the real deal.
Coach Eric with the junior Celtics is outstanding. He does such a wonderful job working with the kids and teaching them the fundamentals of the game. We couldn’t ask for a better person to be working with our kids.