Great facility despite having 4 basketball courts and only 1 is usable every blue moon. Honestly that is why it doesn't get a 10 from me.. I've been a long time member. And over the years I can see the "basketball crowd" has slowly been pushed out. I personally see and understand why, unfortunately it affects the ones who were and are there respectfully. I was there before the gymnastics and pickleball took over. And now the last court available is used for either classes or team practices. Since I started my membership back up a few months ago I've only seen 2 open court nights and that was for the last 2 hours before closing. At this point you guys might as well remove the baskets as well since you don't want that type of crowd in your facility. Honestly the cost of the membership for me isn't worth it anymore since I can't do everything being offered like I used to. However it is my favorite gym great community and great staff, and I am loyal nonetheless. I'm just speaking on behalf of myself and the few or many who feel the same.
I am a pickleball player and I met many new players there . The people are friendly and the atmosphere is relaxing . I especially admire the senior players who are as old as 86 years old and they enjoy the games as though they were young kids, not to mention the younger players .
The skill levels vary , and all levels, all ages of players are welcome .
Other than pickleball , I also enjoy the group exercise for muscle strength and bone density improvement.
I joined for Pickleball. They work so hard to make improvements to the courts, give us additional courts and to open it for play round the clock. I love the PB community and being part of Plaistow'w Y.
The Y in Plaistow is fairly close to my home. The staff members are friendly and helpful, right from the front door to the gym. I have met many nice people who are also clients.