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The Y in Westminster: where you and your family can belong, unplug and achieve more. Why? Because feeling connected, healthy and happy makes people, families and communities thrive.
We have lots of ways to help you, your family and your community feel special and achieve more.
Fun exercise classes for all fitness levels; The best equipment for the best results; Friendly Y associates, ready to help; Pools, rock walls, family rec rooms, cafes; A comfortable place to connect with friends; Rewarding opportunities to volunteer and get involved with your community; Special activities for children, teens and adults of all ages
All this and more is included in a Y membership, no long-term contract - EVER!
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Eugenie Amezian
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Tony Bowman
β 5
Outstanding staff, trainers and class leaders. Equipment is good and well maintained. My wife and I are at the Y 4-5 times a week and Iβve never had a time where the weight area or classes had too many people. It does get busy at times but there are tons of options and you wonβt have trouble getting time on your preferred equipment. My only issue (and this is personally) is that the Y is more of a community center than a gym. There are often a lot of kids running around although the staff keeps them largely out of the gym area and exercise rooms. With that said, the Y is a great value, especially when you throw in the awesome pool and TONS of classes to explore.
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lex bahr
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decent, and small, gym and a variety of programs.
young women beware!! there are a handful of weird old men who stare and say weird things. the staff doesnβt seem to care, as iβve reported it a few times. iβve been going here since i was barely 18 (iβm 20 now), and the old men are persistent with their comments and eyes. maybe itβs because iβm not a minor, and iβve learned to deal with it, but if that would bother you, do not come here!
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Margaret Zalis
β 5
Great facility! The staff goes above and beyond in their assistance whether it is questions concerning policy, training, explanations, etc. The facility is clean and well maintained. It's been a great experience and I'm happy to be a member.
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Heather Asbury
β 5
The staff are extremely nice and helpful! My kids enjoy the mixed sports sessions and Coach Riley and the other coach (I am sorry, I cannot remember his name!) are SO GOOD WITH THE KIDS! The facility is clean and easy parking. They hose so many fun events! We came to the Trunk or Treat Halloween event and there were SO many activities! My family had a ball! I am so happy we joined!
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John Kelly
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Michelle Moreau
β 5
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Julie Grandy Florindez
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Jen Cuneo
β 5
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Christopher Schissler
β 5
I started using the pool to swim laps a couple days a week 5 months ago. The pool is divided into lap lanes at various times to allow for continuous swimming. Occasionally, when it is busy, you may have to share a lane with someone, which was a little awkward at first. The friendly lifeguards intercede and pair you up with someone, politely asking you if you may join them in their lane. They know the routines of the regular members and try to fit you in with someone who may be about to finish or swims at a pace similar to yours. Nice friendly atmosphere, clean and great staff. Pool area and locker rooms are clean in great condition.
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Wayne Kraft
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Connie McKain
β 5
Great Place. Great People Great/Lots of things offered/to do- have a Great offer for Seniors!
FLY HIGH AT THE Y IN WESTMINSTERπ
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mary dopwell
β 5
Both members and staff are very cordial. Staff is always helpful and cheerful. The place is clean, well-lit, and attractive. I have only used the pool (for exercise) and the deck (to relax and dry off), so far. Both are well-maintained and safe.
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Janet Garcia
β 4
The Hill Y is clean with a friendly staff and a variety of equipment and classes. There is also a pool and a splash pad.
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Terry Soto
β 5
Love this place!! Always Clean, Accessible, Equipment up to date and staff is wonderful
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marlo savage
β 5
Great place with a strong sense of community and caring. Friendly members and fun classes.
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Grace
β 5
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MARK STAPLETON
β 5
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holly larson
β 5
Im so glad that I joined the Y. I tried another gym in Westminster, but I it was further away from my house and there were no group exercise classes, like Everfit, at the Y.
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Savanna Branson
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Della Rhodes
β 5
I go in and get my workout done, and love it
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Charlene Price
β 5
Friendly, knowledgeable and professional staff. They go out of their way to make new members feel welcomed. So many programs to choose from as well as the indoor pool. Joining fee is reasonable.
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Chad S
β 5
Iβve been going for about two weeks. I like the trainers in the gym always there to answer questions or give you guidance if needed. The equipment is great everything appears clean. I havenβt had a change to use everything like the pool, bikes, and classes but sure they are great too. The only thing is it does get busy at times and I wish it had 24hr keycard access but other wise great place!
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Pat Lehman
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J A
β 5
The atmosphere, staff, cleanliness is 2nd to none. It's very welcoming and definitely a great place to de-stress. Family price plan is very reasonable too. I have been a member here for about 4 years now.
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John King
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Judy Bartholomew
β 5
Comraderie the best.
Cleanliness in gym, ,pool,,locker rms excellent.
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Marcia Heyman
β 5
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Kimberly Green
β 5
I looked in to joining different gyms, they were either to busy, impersonal, expensive, boring. I decided on the Y because the Y has it all. Clean environment, variety of classes and times, a pool, and I think mostly the people. The Y is not only a gym, the Y is a community, truly a community within the brick and mortar. The Y is for the older, like myself, but also children, teenagers, college students, individuals, families, everyone! I truly love being here and will continue to venture in to new activities!
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Jay C
β 5
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Jim Long
β 5
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cheryl brooks
β 4
Awesome place, they just need to have better weightlifting equipment and storage in the exercise rooms .
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Deanna Rycroft
β 5
This place is amazing! The staff are super helpful and friendly! Spencer was a great fitness coach. All the staff back there are great!
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Yoga Rising
β 5
It is a wonderful experience when you are getting healthy!
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Luke Stautzenbach
β 5
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John D. Witiak
β 5
YMCA Hill Y: Everything super great for my wife and myself as we head toward 25 yearβs of membership at going on 82 years old.
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Casie Handleman
β 5
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Amanda Coshun
β 5
I just started coming here a couple of weeks ago, after a very long time of not exercising. I absolutely love this place. The staff is helpful and friendly. Facility is clean. I have tried 2 classes so far, and I love the cycling the most. With the group classes everyone is so nice. I feel so accomplished after my work out. The cycling makes you push yourself but it's so worth it, the instructors push you and encourage you. I truly look forward to coming here, because it's for all shapes and sizes, non judgmental, and family-oriented.
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Margaret McCulloch
β 5
Terrific facility , thanks
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Mary Martha Kuhn
β 5
The class I attend is very helpful, especially because our instructor, Ristin, makes exercises adaptable to each person's capacity. She is an excellent instructor.
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Front Desk
β 5
Great place and excellent people!
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Daniel Bell
β 5
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Justin Banks
β 5
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C H
β 2
My family and I have belonged to this Y for a few years. Seen some improvements - like the pool - but this latest renovation has taken months- and the menβs locker room is still not ready- when the womenβs has been finished for about a month. Not sure whatβs going on with thatβ¦
Also, family swim has been changed to open swim- so we havenβt been going as much as a family to this location. Might start going to the Hanover Y.. it at least had a menβs locker room I can use.. and more family swim.
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Lynn Kingsland
β 5
Welcoming atmosphere and staff. Non judgmental. Have made many friends @ the Y
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Patricia Woodward
β 5
Welcoming staff and a clean environment with impressive number of water exercise classes. Beautiful pool.
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Francine Smith
β 5
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nigel stansfield
β 5
Excellent facility, friendly staff, helpful guidance. The Hill Y is a great community resource in my experience.
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Susan Sherman
β 5
The Hill Y is a friendly environment and the people there are easy to work with. The facility is clean and the equipment and classes are excellent.
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boom gamersam
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A D
β 5
I usually go to the Towson and I wish Westminster had more family swim times so we can visit this location more often. The lifeguard was so helpful with the swim test for my son. He even taught him so many new techniques. Westminster: please have more family swim days during the week. The people here are much nice and professional than the Towson location!
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Daniel Martin
β 5
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David Johnson
β 5
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Sarah Okorafor
β 5
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LiLi Taylor
β 5
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Marion Aaron
β 5
Great place to workout in a clean and friendly environment
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Sarah A
β 5
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Michael Katunick
β 5
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Barbara Fox
β 5
jen and shelly are great with kids they change there lives
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barbaramurphy68
β 5
The Hill Center Y is an excellent resource in our community. It is clean, well-equipped and has the finest staff around.
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Nina
β 5
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Tammy Valley
β 5
For a reasonable cost each month, I am extremely happy with the well-maintained facility, the friendly staff and helpful, knowledgeable instructors.
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Rob Sunderland
β 5
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Dinesh Kalaria
β 5
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Satya Ganti
β 5
Variety of classes available for members.
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Kayla Solinsky
β 5
I love this Y! There's so much to say about how special this place is. From the people to the activities. I started coming over a year ago because I had a stroke and needed to heal physically. I started small with walking on the treadmill. After a few months, I started bringing my sons for stay-and-play. Now, the Y is a central part of our family lives. We do weekly activities, Y Camp in the summer, and are benefitting from the amazing work that the Y does for our community. Thank you so much for all of your work and support. Carroll County is a better place because the Hill Family Y exists.
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Larie Taylor
β 4
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Lindsay Richards
β 5
Friendly staff, clean facility, up to date, new equipment
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Brenda Auburger
β 5
It is a wonderful place to exercise and meet wonderful caring people
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Kennard Muse
β 5
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Ashley Fritch
β 5
The Y has provided my family with a space for us to do fun activities, learn, meet others, and bond with each other.
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Kayla S
β 5
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Kayla Paulk
β 5
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Mark Allan
β 4
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Mandy Bernard
β 5
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RAOUL FABRICE
β 5
Trop coul!!!!!
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Glenn Hanna
β 5
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RL Kyker
β 5
Friendly; convenient; good equipment
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Macbeth Academy
β 5
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Daijah Cook
β 5
Iβve been a member now for a year and I love it. My daughter attends camp here which has made her come out of her shell. She has learned how to swim and met many new friends. My children love the splash pad. My husband works out there daily and I love all the available exercise classes. Itβs a great place for the whole family.
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Sara Ball
β 5
I really like this gym. And Iβm not a gym person, but I like the pool workouts. And the staff is helpful and friendly
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Kaitlin Creegan
β 5
All staff at The Hill Y in Westminster are very supportive and friendly. Some of the lifeguards even gave me pointers on my swim strokes when I asked for help! This is my favorite pool to get some laps in! There is such a welcoming community at the Y. I am proud to be a member.
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darleane carter
β 5
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Cristine Schafer
β 5
Great family event to get local kids together and allowed parents to get to have fun with kids too.
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Carol Hill
β 5
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May R
β 5
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Joseph Pulkowski
β 5
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Stan
β 5
The Masters Swim class and coaches are phenominal!!!
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Nikki Sheltra
β 5
For someone with a family who would like to work out in the gym outside of their home this is the perfect place. You have so many options of things that you can do it doesn't matter what time of day you go. You have the option to leave the children with the stay and play or you can swim with them or play in the park go on a walk I really feel like this is opened up my options of things I can do with my children and things I can do without my children while they're being taken care of in a safe place
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Ruth Akers
β 5
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JanElle Seegars
β 5
It is a very clean facility with a great staff and lots of workout options.
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Richard Klass
β 5
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Susan Cloud
β 5
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Rosemary Dew
β 5
The Y is always clean & well equipped. Staff is friendly & professional. The price is a good value, & the class selection is great.
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Rena Russell
β 5
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Rachel Hartenstein
β 5
We only just recently joined, but so far have found that the facilities are clean and in good condition, staff has been super friendly and helpful, and there are so many activities and resources available. We are looking forward to enjoying our time as a family at the Y.
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Charles Georgius
β 5
The Hill Y is well equipped, clean, and the people are great. There are lots of classes taught by excellent instructors. The fees are reasonable, particularly when you consider the greater good the YMCA provides in the community (camps, after-school care, etc.). It's also a plus that I can, and do use YMCAs across the country when I travel so I can maintain my fitness routine.
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Lindsay Nagowski
β 5
Love it !!
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Al Starlings III
β 5
Super-friendly staff.
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Christina Riddle
β 5
The Y by far was the best investment for my whole family. We go to family swim every week and then there's always the splash pad for the kids and parents can relax. i love love the fitness area and the open gym for everyone. there really is so much to do and they offer so much more that I'm not listing. plus you can use your badge at any ymca. its awesome. definitely recommended.
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laura bavetta
β 5
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Dennis Gordon
β 5
Its clean and friendly
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Matthew Rose
β 5
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Ann Dell
β 5
The variety of classes and activities for people of all ages makes the Y well worth the fee.
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Bill F
β 5
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J Jones
β 5
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Tom Akers
β 5
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Ben White
β 5
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Rosalie Hubbard
β 5
Great staff, friendly and clean place. Love it.
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Tory Short
β 5
Easily one of the best if not best gyms in the greater Sykesville/Eldersburg/Westminster area. Smaller than Ys I'm used to, but every amenity is still available including a fantastic lap pool that is extremely clean. All COVID protocols are being met; members wear masks at all times and staff is quick to politely and privately ask anyone to continually make sure mask is on during exercise as well. Never had to deal with broken machines or equipment here either. Every staff member is extremely friendly. I come here 6 times a week and each day is a hit. After searching for a gym after a recent move, this is my home for sure.
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Jean Repsher
β 5
The y has done their best to keep things sanitary and safe doing covid. I enjoy the variety of classes they offer during the morning and the womenβs outdoor adventure club. They do need to being offering more evening and weekend classes for those who work.
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Ted Simon
β 5
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Beth Jarkowiec
β 5
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gayle sands
β 5
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Edy Noguera
β 5
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Lisa Marie Boyer
β 5
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Cynthia Kulow
β 5
Friendly staff who care about providing a place for our well being. They provide many forms of activity/exercise, allowing the best means of achieving personal goals.
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Jen Z.
β 5
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Meg Parsons
β 5
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carol stultz
β 4
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CJ Vavosa
β 5
Helpful and friendly staff. Nice equipment .
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Diana C
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Donna Benna
β 5
Friendly and clean atmosphere. Equipment in great shape. Nice locker rooms.
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Denise Applefeld
β 5
This is a well kept facility with a great offering of classes.
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M Jones
β 5
Great facility. Friendly staff. Well kept equipment. Awesome pool. Family friendly.
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Jaden Klipa
β 5
I havenβt gone there in a while but when I did it was a fantastic experience and great staff too. Btw does it cost any money to go there and if so how much Iβm thinking of coming back there!
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Mark Finney
β 5
There are good people on staff! They are extremely nice.
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Melissa Bruneau
β 5
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Tasha Weathers
β 5
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Kristine Koslowsky
β 5
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Amber Kerzner
β 5
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Sara Nychole
β 5
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Desiree F
β 5
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Kate Johnson
β 5
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Beth McCallister
β 5
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LaTonya Tatum
β 5
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Mike Curley
β 5
The Y has a convenient location, a multitude of meaningful programs and equipment, and a friendly and knowledgeable staff.
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kent hager
β 5
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LUIS ARCANGEL
β 5
Magnificent facilities, excellent staff, family atmosphere
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Kaylah Turner
β 5
pool isnβt freezing cold
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Matthew Mehlman
β 5
Nice facility and plenty of helpful and kind staff. Love the gym, pool and the classes are great.
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Mandi Robinson
β 5
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Georgette Benson
β 5
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61 Fergus
β 4
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Kerri Grube
β 5
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Susan Borowski
β 5
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Anne Lee
β 5
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Christa
β 5
Love going here so the kids can romp and socialize while I do yoga or workout in the fitness center. The staff is awesome, and the classes are really good.
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Rachel Becker
β 5
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Suzy M
β 5
The Hill Y of Westminster staff are very friendly,
And the facility is wonderful for working out.
I especially love the pool.
Join as soon as you can !!
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Vale Hawkins
β 5
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Marcie Forster
β 5
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Amy Dinaburg
β 5
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Christi Carpo
β 5
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Theresa LaMotte
β 5
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Khadijah Vargas
β 5
My 7 year old girl loooooooooooves her first ballet class at the Y! Very affordable and convenient for parents!
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Jenni Utz
β 5
Plenty to do at the Y! Family friendly with great camps!
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Teshia Nesbit
β 5
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Jeffrey Hartman
β 5
Membership in the Y builds my body, mind and spirit. I joined to get my body in better shape. The Y is soooo much more than building (or rebuilding) the body. Lots and lots of social events, great classes, with outstanding instructors and participants. State of the art fitness equipment, plus so much more. The Y is one of the best investments Iβve made.
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Brenda Fisher
β 5
Great staff, great facility, great instructors! So happy that I made the decision to join!
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Denise Kindrick
β 5
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D Erick
β 4
Great place to introduce new sports or swimming to young kids.. once a week practices is perfect for our busy schedule.
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Chip Gachot
β 5
One of the best kept secrets in Carroll!
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Maritza Jimenez
β 5
I am currently taking a beginners swim class for adults. The instructor is very patient, kind and understanding! The environment is wonderful!
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Sara Snyder
β 5
Itβs a fun, friendly place!
Clean, great staff, good assortment of classes if you can be there when they are running.
Just wish it opened a little ( 1 hour) earlier and stayed opened later, ESPECIALLY on the weekends.
But itβs still great and SUPER family friendly.
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Cherisse Lincoln
β 5
My children love the programs provided here. We will definitely register for me activities.
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Shelli Hudson
β 5
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Nancy Carl
β 5
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Linda Cunfer
β 5
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Barbara Smith
β 5
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MaryD
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Maggie Jones
β 5
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Shari Schiavi
β 5
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Heather Jenkins
β 5
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Alicia Michael
β 5
I like that the Y has so many different fitness options. I enjoy taking classes and also being able to run and lift in the fitness center. The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The fitness instructors are all well-versed in the classes they teach, and the trainers are very skilled in meeting the fitness needs of a wide variety of people. I haven't missed a day since I joined!
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Diana Richardson
β 5
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Elizabeth Blocher
β 5
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Monroy Jose
β 5
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Ken, Bea
β 5
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Suzy Mallick
β 5
Everyone is friendly on the staff and helpful
The facility is well maintained I always have availability to workout on equipment or in the pool . And have enjoyed a few classes which where included in my membership
As well I am able to go to other YMCAs near me
I am a happy recently joined member
Thank you The Hill Y of Westminster
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Betty Roach
β 5
Everyone is always so friendly and it is so nice to enjoy the company. I like the water fitness class mid morning so I can get my chores done before class. After the class I can relax. I'm 83 now and the exercise helps me to keep my balance and stamina.
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Keith Massey
β 4
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Juan Boyzo
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Matt Davis
β 5
A small but well-run YMCA. We have a family membership and benefit from both the discounted kids activities and the stay-and-play for the fitness center. We did a few youth camps last summer but plan on doing the entire summer this year.
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Keri
β 5
I donβt leave many reviews but really wanted to share how great the Hill Y had been for our family, and especially our boys (ages 5 and 1). Weβve signed up for extras like swim lessons, basketball, and the sports days, all which are really reasonably priced - especially when compared with competitors in the area like Merritt (which we left for the Y).
We love our swim instructor Ms. Yvonne.
The ladies at the Stay and Play are always friendly and helpful. My little one loves to go in and get their attention.
My oldest also is enrolled in the Chipmunks prek program in Finksburg, again very affordable for members and top-rate, integrated with county kindergarten expectations. Excellent teachers and director to work with and accommodating us mid-season.
The new splash pad has been a great addition and my oldest is already excited for it to open again. If you make regular use of what the Y has to offer like we do, you get great value for the price. Itβs truly a second home for us.
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Amanda Brooks-Bellomy
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I loved the ladies at the front desk. They were helpful, and showed me around. The yoga and pool schedule was ok. It didn't match up well with my work schedule. I was disappointed with the Stay and Play for my daughter. They don't mix her formula or change diapers. And they are closed for a few hours midday. Not worth $90/month just the two of us.
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Donna Engle
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Two stars go to nice pool and a couple of polite, helpful lifeguards. But facility clearly outdated and staff provides no meaningful, helpful communication with members ("how ya doin'" on entry doesn't meet communication needs). Facility needs major renovation/addition. For ex., tiles around pool broken, mats around pool torn, shower area needs more floor mats to prevent falls. Floor in locker room usually dirty. Staff provides no meaningful communication--when women's locker room temperatures plunged to 60 degrees (or possibly below) and stayed there for more than a week, no information was put out re: source of problem, planned repairs, any efforts to ameliorate. Finally, someone put up a small space heater--it didn't help much. Simple things that could be done aren't being done. For ex., yoga classes must meet in bare-floored room adjacent to hallway. Would be nice to have a roll-out carpet. In hallway, kids running by, parents yelling, "Jeremy, get back here!" workout enthusiasts discussing activities make it more difficult to achieve serenity needed for yoga. What staff could do is post a notice in the hall during classes, something like, "Yoga in session. Please be respectful and keep noise level down." Not everyone would comply, of course, but some would.
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Jenny
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Michellene Kerr-Gordon
β 5
Great membership price, services, classes, amd customer service. Especially love the activtrax thing and the fact that they have drop in daycare for busy moms (and dads)!
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Rob Harpe
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SANDRA DECKER
β 5
Love this place!! Great classes, great machines, amazing people!!π
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Tony Vetri
β 5
Excellent place for working out and swimming. They also have outstanding staff that'll help you out with workouts and for any questions about fitness. Membership price is nice and worth it. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a gym to workout, swim, or take any fitness classes, including self - defense training.
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snowymountainlove
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My family and I have been attending this facility for more than 15 years, paying every $90 monthly bill (perfectly on time) and occasionally volunteering in various capacities. What was once a welcoming, relaxing atmosphere with spartan facilities has become a place that arbitrarily enforces subjective (and unwritten) "rules" that seem to grow in number with every visit, albeit now in a slightly updated and modestly better equipped facility. An example would be the fact that the showers now have hot water. That is not an exaggeration or sarcasm, just the truth.
Lifeguards, day to day, are in no way on the same page, so to speak. What was permissible yesterday is forbidden today, and vice versa. Whoever is on guard duty at any given moment brings their own interpretations of what constitutes "safe" and is in keeping with Y policy. Members are left to guess how to navigate the whims of the (mostly) teenage children and very young adults who are hired to guard the pool.
Items such as kick boards or aquatic bar floats that management leaves all around the deck in plain view and appear to be inviting only draw scolding reprimands if one attempts to use them in any setting other than an aquatics class that is on a schedule.
For the entirety of my membership, I have incorporated laps (25 yards) into my routine which are entirely underwater, surfacing only at the ends of the pool. I am fit and this is in no way stressful or particularly taxing. Quite to the contrary, I find it very relaxing. For me, this has always been an invaluable part of my regimen and it has even helped me recover from sever trauma suffered 18 months ago when I broke 5 ribs and punctured a lung. I have been told that it now violates vague and subjective rules regarding "long breath holding" and that it is forbidden.
THEY NOW PRESUME TO TELL ME HOW TO SWIM !! It is oppressive.
**never mind that competitive swimmers now regularly swim the 50m with their face entirely in the water, never breathing even once. that is a distance more than twice that of a single lap in the pool at this Y facility**
I retrieved a medicine ball (also another valuable part of my routine) from a room that is both an office and a storage room. I have also done this for the past 15+ years. Recently, I was admonished for that to such an extent that the lifeguard ceased to pay any attention at all to the swimmers in the pool - precisely the reason that I've always retrieved the ball myself, so as not to distract the guard away from their primary duties.
Make no mistake, there are plenty of wonderful people at this facility and I have been grateful for many years, however, I will not pretend that there has not been a serious erosion in the enjoyment of my experience of late. It's my experience and everything that I've stated here is factual. It really saddens me and I wish that I were writing an entirely different review.
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Dondre Monk
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I love this place they offer a lot of activities for kids and adults my daughter loves the swimming pool in her ballet lessons all of the staff are so helpful and friendly
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M A
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