★ 4

Me queda cerca de casa pero el lugar le falta actualizacion, los vestidores y baños y todo parece anticuado o viejo ya. Tambien falta equipo actual de pesas.

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I generally enjoy the place, but the uptick in kids (well under the age requirement) running around is dangerous. Whether they're on the equipment or just blasting tv shows on ipads, the facility really needs to clamp down on this. Adults slamming equipment repeatedly and playing music without headphones is a pretty common sight as well. I don't expect Planet Fitness level crazy rules, but when you drop so hard the floor shakes at the end of every set, you're wrong. Honestly the front desk/staff NEVER enter the gym upstairs. It's usually a random cleaner or maintenance person, if anyone. To the management, encourage/empower/support your staff in addressing these things.

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Really poor a/c upstairs in summer. Especially when the ceiling fans are not running and a request to front desk results in no action. And super annoying when you check the online schedule, show up to swim but the pool is closed and no sign at the desk. It's getting as bad as the YWCA.

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Love this gym! Staff is really friendly, the pool is big, lots of different classes.

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★ 5

Nice place and people are so friendly so it gets the rate it deserves

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Fun😁

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I am following up on a review I wrote seven months ago. I have not been able to cancel my membership with YMCA. I have tried two times and each time they tell me its cancelled, and then bill more for subsequent months. Its been almost a year since I cancelled, and I am now receiving notices that my account is seven months past due. When I called them they said that bill was in a former system of theirs and now its "out of their hands" because they don't have access to it.
At this point, I'm worried the YMCA is going to charge me forever, not provide me the proper documentation, and I will just be stuck paying for a membership I didn't want.

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★ 5

lots of equipment, friendly staff, always clean

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Great place good environment!!

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The facility overall is mediocre at best and in need of attention. One of the more concerning issues is the noticeable fly/bug problem near the shower areas, which is both unpleasant and unsanitary.

Additionally, the bathrooms and showers feel outdated and could use renovations to meet modern standards of cleanliness and comfort. Another frustration is that the pool closes randomly without warning, disrupting the experience for members who rely on it. On top of that, the swimming lessons often dominate the pool space, making it difficult to enjoy a proper swim.

For the price members pay, the facility should offer a much cleaner, more reliable, and well-maintained experience. I hope management takes these concerns seriously and prioritizes the necessary improvements.

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★ 5

Nice, clean.

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YMCA and see to be good quality but it’s going downhill, been a member for almost 10 years.
They’re closing the child care center, pool is always short staffed, and not the best machines nor enough space for weights.
They need to hire more lifeguards for the pool.
It’s ridiculous having so many people and only have one lifeguard at a time.
So many kids who don’t listen to any rules and with no parents.
Unreliable pool schedules if you’re trying to use the sauna.
Makes the Y experience awful. I’m sorry! If they know they’ll have high volume, then act accordingly 🤦
But the front desk staff is always greets everyone who walk in.
YMCA as corporate needs to do better

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I had a mediocre at best experience with the YMCA at first. Just up until I went to cancel my membership. I went into the Blaisdell location in person and canceled. The lady behind the counter said it was canceled. I realized two months later I was still be charged. When I called, I was consistently transferred to someone who said they couldn’t help. When I finally got someone who said they could I was told that the person never had me fill out some cancellation form and that there was no proof I canceled but that I could “feel free to use our services till the end of the month”.
I literally don’t even know if it’s canceled now- nobody could tell me. All I know is that I’ve never regretted going to a gym before this experience.

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The manager has a really stinky, unfriendly manner which infects the whole place. Otherwise it's a clean facility with a roomy exercise room.

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Going down hill sorry to say.... 1) They can't seem to hire enough lifeguards to keep the pool open all the time..2) I have called the front desk to ask if the pool was open and was told "I don't know"...seriosly.. 3) The maintenance is not good with things like broken towel hooks not being fixed for several months..... 4) the pool schedule is also unreliable..you can show up if it says the pool is open at 8:00 and upon arrival be told it won't be open until 8:30.... there is no sense of urgency for anything and nobody really seems to care..... too bad

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★ 5

Great place and Jayden specifically was extraordinarily helpful

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★ 5

An asset for the surrounding neighborhoods and its people.

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I mainly go there for the basketball court it is always closed r they r renting it out! The gym area is small. Something is always going on an they close very early on weekends

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Been going here for 4 years now . Love the environment and the workers are amazing

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Community area

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I used to love the Blaisdell Y but I’m afraid it’s not what I remember. My partner and I signed up for a trail membership online and no one ever reached back out to us - the confirmation email stated they would call us (we gave them over a week). So we went in to the building to talk with someone in person. Sultan, the membership team member we spoke to, took us on a tour and when it came to sign up for the trial pass told us we couldn’t sign up without a MN state ID (which we later found out isn’t true), and honestly didn’t really seem to care or that helpful. Both my partner and I brought in our passport which is a valid form of ID. So when we left after getting denied, we called the general YMCA membership line and was told that a passport should have been accepted as a valid form of ID and didn’t quite understand why it wasn’t accepted. My partner and I called the Blaisdell Y to let them know a passport should have been accepted and we should have been able to sign up for the membership. However, no one answered and so we left a voicemail and, of course, no one has yet to return our call. We ended up going to the Midway YMCA and we were very pleased with the customer service there and we’re able to sign up for a trail pass with our passports. The staff who helped us, Alex, was very friendly and let us know about current enrollment promotions and let us know he’ll be following up with us before our trail ends to see if we want to enroll at the Midway Y! :)

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★ 5

Good place

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★ 5

Friendly staff, great teachers and nice pool! Coming here always leaves me feeling renewed.

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Great place with great people …

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This place doesn't treat their employees well and the pool is always closed. I wanna swim. Someone named Sultan overcharged me. I don't appreciate that. Also there's never any parking. 1 star, would not recommend

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★ 5

Happily impressed with the Blaisdell YMCA. I love the Wednesday evening cycle classes with Lana - I definitely feel part of the community when coming here! The facilities are in good shape.

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Get ready for $76 a month to experience unattended children, cramped locker rooms, and equipment that always seems to have a problem.

The staff is nice but this place needs HELP.

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I attempted to put my five year old son into the Summer Power program. We had a terrible experience at the first day drop off. The staff was incompetent, to the point where I couldn't leave him in their care safely. Repeated attempts to discuss what happened were ignored, and my money went down the drain. This is not a safe place to leave your young child. I was so disappointed.

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Awful experience. In town for a week and came to work out and the front desk could provide zero help getting a day pass or a week pass or even a month pass. Literally referred me to a different gym. Said it was due to pandemic policies and that the Y lost so much money even though it’s 2022. Doesn’t seem like it’s going to help them recover if they turn away new customers at the front door?

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★ 4

Overall this is an excellent place to workout. It's usually not overcrowded, and they have enough squat racks that I never have to wait to use the barbell for squats or bench presses. There are a few staff members that are very friendly and welcoming. My only real critique is that they don't do a good job of keeping kids from playing around in the weightlifting area. On one occasion two kids (they looked to be around 10-12 years old) were pulling on the cable machiene then lauching themselves into the air. One of the managers of the Y was there giving a tour to someone, and he didn't say anything. Eventually someone who was working out came over and told the kids to stop.

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Nice place

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My wallet was taken from there place none of them supervisors did anything for future reference now I know I can't trust my things being there

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My kids have been swimming at the Y for several years, with a break during Covid. When we registered for lessons again we missed out on getting in at a preferred facility. We had been to the Blaisdell before and had an ok experience so were ok with settling for classes here. This time around this facility had a computer glitch and made it so their classes were overbooked. We ended up on a different day and time. We are three weeks into the session and between the inconsistency of the front desk staff and arbitrary enforcement of the check in policy and the randomness we encountered of who teaches the class each time, we are really hoping to either get into a different facility or we will withdraw from lessons altogether. The deck manager worked hard to meet the needs of all who registered. She has good customer service skills and was able to smooth out teacher consistency issues. There are also homeless encampments developing near the parking lot. Overall, using this facility is difficult.

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Its a vibe

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It was clean relaxing, meet a lot of good friends and make some new ones. They want me to set up a boxing class for young men. Thank you

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I've been working out here rather than downtown, since this location is open on the weekend, and you don't pay for parking. It's not as nice of a facility overall, but there are still plenty of options for me.

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My spot

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very fun besides getting harassed in the women’s bathroom

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This is my favorite Y in the Twin Cities. A great diverse neighborhood feel with easy accessible parking. The staff work well together and the teachers are hard working and knowledgeable.

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Very nice place and very nice people

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★ 5

There are definitely answers to any concerns.Basically you know what all you could do you could workout and the next time you could enjoy your self in the warm whirlpool.it is a kind wonderful welcoming anyone.Alsome

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★ 5

Great front desk staff and lots of great machines to workout.

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Love this place Mary the assistant director is so wonderful she has helped me so much she makes it a great place to go

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Free child care while you workout! Super friendly staff.

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★ 5

A very kind and courteous staff. Especially when my children have been in their summer programs. And will easily work with my son who is on the autism spectrum.

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★ 5

Un buen lugar para para realizar rutinas de ejercicio y complementar la salud y el estado físico .

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My gym is the downtown one but this one is much better for me because of the parking and I love walking in the track when it's not so crowded. The ppl at the front desk are much more friendlier than the staff from downtown (makes you feel welcome). Although the gym downtown us bigger with more equipment...I'd recommend the Blaisdell gym.

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★ 5

The Y does a great job at cleanliness and sanitizing equipment, and is very friendly.

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★ 5

I love this place, it is a great gym, conveniently located, very clean and staff is friendly and well trained. They all deserve 10's in customer service because they are ALL knowledgeable and welcoming!

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★ 5

It's up and running again. Theres still an over all positive aspect with in the gym. It's good to be back.

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My favorite spot. Brand new member, even though covid got it shut down, can't wait to get back. Jasmine and the gang is top notch at their jobs! Who could ask for better!

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Incredible facility and staff! (Minus the sauna still being closed)

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Clean location, newer equipment, and friendly staff!

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Very clean, a good vibe, not intimidating.

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★ 5

Love this place
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As a "vulnerable older adult", I felt quite sure my risk of being infected with the Corona Virus was minimal! All the prescribed precautions were in place. I was comfortable with my decision to go back to the Y!

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Nice and clean

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I am happy it reopened, even if on a limited basis.

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I have attended many classes at this YMCA location. When I went to Blaisdell YMCA on Friday, 7-24-20, I was asked when I checked in if I had a mask and I replied that I had an exemption. I walked in and attended my fitness class. When I left I asked at the front desk for a copy of the policy requiring masks and the person, Kory, said since I did not wear a mask my YMCA ID would be "flagged" and I would be required to bring a written note from a doctor stating my exemption. She, Kory, said I should talk to her manager but I said no Thanks. Later I called the Southdale YMCA and they stated they would be accepting a verbal notification of exemption. Saturday, I went to Alberville Outlet Mall to shop and wore no mask. No one questioned the absence of a mask in any store I entered. I also went to Walmart in Monticello and when I entered I told the Greeter I had an exemption and she said, "No problem." with a friendly voice and smile. Don't give up your rights so easily or you will lose them permanently.

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★ 4

Nice Gym and Friendly staff.

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My favorite gym! I love the Y!
The workout center is a little small here but the staff is fantastic
Audra and Jasmine are great. Kori is medium-funny. Clark is always up for a chat.
The people make this place.

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Nice gym , wish it had separate sauna for females and males but great service.

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Health is on the way!

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Great swim lessons

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amazing staff

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No parking!!! Very hectic

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★ 5

The staff are really friendly, it's kept super clean and the exercise room has giant windows so it's bright and open feeling!

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Friendly staff, well-maintained facility

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Two courts open for use with a good small track around the top for walking.

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Clean, friendly staff

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Nice staff

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One of my favorite YMCAs, people are friendly

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Amazing 😉

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AWESOME

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Centrally located energetic place. Great for swim lessons and awesome Zumba classes!

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Great location, but only thing is I wish if they upgrade their strength training machines for the price we pay. And change their layout in the fitness center
It gets hectic during peak hours.

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Friendly staff and a nice overall community-center feel. A few things that have been consistently bothersome though:
- loud teenage boys take over the whole place until about 9pm. Whether they’re lingering at the front desk, or screaming at each other across the pool, I have a hard time focusing on my swim or relaxing throughout the facility. The only respite is a 1-hour kid free swim at 9pm.
- the steps from the locker rooms to the pool area are often very dirty and they are slick tile without any grip tape, making them very dangerous.
- hot water runs out fairly often, cold showers are pretty common.

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★ 5

Favorite YMCA ever! Nice pool, hot tub, and gym.

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Pros: The staff is great, the machines are pristine, the pool is nice and they have a sauna and whirlpool which are great for recovery.

Cons: This is easily one of the busiest ymcas in the metro area. It isn’t uncommon to have to wait to use machines and all of the benches in the free weight area are usually being used, sometimes for an hour plus. It can make a quick thirty minute work out take an hour.

3/5

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Great classes and equipment. Clean. Friendly staff. Easy access.

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This place is always great for your special moments of your specific times workout moments.

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Bunch kids running all over the place and the workout over crowded and not lot equipment and it gets really hot and they don't no fans

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Convenient location

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Smaller workout area but has everything you need. Some newer equipment and some older. Overall good workout area for all needs.. my only concern is the locker rooms.... it’s 2019 you think they could have separate shower stalls? Nobody has time for a group shower...

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I like that this gym has basically everything to workout , but this gym be closing the pool too much because of training classes and I understand that but like I am also a member of the Y , I also pay , for the few time I get to swim. And some of the staff over there be acting y’all don’t even want to be there like if you working for free because of the attitude some of y’all got . It would be nice that this gym improves by having more open swim and patient staff.

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Great place to be a member! If getting in shape and staying in shape is on your mind then the YMCA is your place! Plenty to do-swimming in a 9 1/2 ft pool, walks, jogs, run, work out equipment, yoga and also many classes to try. Daycare for the kiddos so parents can get there healthy on!!

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Great open space, plenty of equipment available for use.

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Clean, helpful staff, lots to do, free daycare while you gym

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Very nice complex

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Love this place and the staff!

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Good service! Free morning coffee! Nice layout overall. Not a big of the track because it's on second floor, above the basketball court. Not recommended for anyone afraid of heights or with vertigo.

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Nice community

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You have to be a member to use the swimming pool. I could not get in even for one hour. I am not going to be a member since I am traveling. Shame!

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Clean, Friendly, and they have a great selection of equipment. Great place over all.

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Love this gym! I am always super impressed by the friendly, multi-lingual staff. Thank you for being a great service the diverse S. Mpls community :)

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Boot camp class is the best at the Y also family friendly!

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The weights and machines are in a big upstairs space with tall windows and abundant daylight. Recent upgrade added six new multipurpose weight racks, since which I have never had to wait.

The indoor track is on the small side. The pool is windowless. Large shared sauna entered from the pool deck.

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★ 5

I love this place. The locker room is amazing. I love the huge windows in the workout area.

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I caught a dease from the water there. Will not go back there

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The frist time I went this place was the winter of 2002 the gym was the basement ,and lil kick boxing room,and aeurpics.some of the staffs were very rude cause they couldn't resist the diversity, but finally they disappeared. Although imoved out from uptown to outside the city ,but I still come sometimes very nice place .it s very simmalar one they have Maplewood.

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I have been a member of the YMCA community for almost 8 years now. The Blaisdell location is clean, the staff members are friendly, and they update equipment on a fairly regular basis. It gets very busy sometimes that I have to wait for machines and free weights, and at times there are little kids running around the workout area which is unsafe. The staff don't seem terribly interested in controlling that. The sauna could also be larger, but there is only so much space to work with.

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Sweet place to exercise, swim, sauna, indoor track, weights and classes. If you go regularly, they remember you. After you go awhile, you make friends, and almost always see somebody you know.

I'm also a fan of the YMCA's community involvement. You don't get that from lifetime. YMCA is a very down-to-earth place, by comparison, beautiful people work out there, but they're not all beautiful, like at lifetime.

And from what I understand, if you're too broke to afford the cost of a regular gym membership, they'll cut you a break, depending on your income, which I think is really cool. Exercise is so important for health and well-being, everybody deserves to be able to have a membership somewhere.

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