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I have taken three adult swim lessons so far at the Northside YMCA & my teacher, Keizie Joseph has been AWESOME (just to be clear of which teacher I'm referring to, this is the 12:00 noon Saturday adult swim teacher & i am her only student). This teacher has a wonderful understanding of how to teach adults how to swim. She is patient, understanding, non-judgemental, non-patronizing & proffessional. I am 55 years old & I've never learned how to swim. During my 2nd class, she has me kicking my feet & moving my arms like a "real swimmer" 😂. I've been extremely stressed out recently & learning how to swim was a goal I set for myself. After my second lesson, I felt SO proud of myself. When Keizi was not there during my third lesson, let's just say she was GREATLY missed. Today will be my final lesson & I'm looking forward to fininishing up with her. For me, the purpose of these lessons were re-gaining self confidence, stress relief, achieving an important goal & just getting some time for myself. These past visits were my first impressions of the Northside YMCA, so the five stars I'm giving this location is for Keizi. I haven't started my final lesson yet (it's at noon) but i wanted to give Keizi her praise! Thank You!❤️

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The classes are great! The staff is terrific. It is great to see the community come together.

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Super clean, friendly staff and members every time, great pool for lap swimming, no hassle vibe in the strength training and cardio machine areas. Even when downtown pool re-opens (if ever :), I think I'll still make the slightly longer journey (I'm in Museum District) to Northside.

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Worst ymca I ever went too

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Nice facility, wonderful people working there.
Meeting lovely people in my classes. I’m having fun.

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Staff very friendly and welcoming.

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Great pool and lots of lap lanes available.

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Highly recommend for weightlifting, cardio, child watch (childcare while you work out), and swim lessons. Employees are friendly, kind, and helpful. Atmosphere is welcoming. Membership price is reasonable. Facility is kept super clean!

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My family proudly supports YMCA and frequents this location. Northside Family YMCA is an anchor and hub for community activity in north RVA. This location is clean, well staffed, and well equipped. We appreciate the number of classes hosted here and the staff who do their best to help.

This location has a number of fantastic amenities:
- Basketball courts
- Daycare
- Outdoor picnic area
- Free weights and fully equipped gym
- Indoor pool
- Lockerooms with showers (they are fantastic)

Don't hesitate to visit this YMCA and thrive in fitness while supporting your community.

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★ 5

Located in a friendly neighborhood, filled with people who embody the strength that built it. This YMCA has awesome affordable programs, and serves as a communal space of support and encouragement. The staff are always so kind, the childcare group are reassuring and experienced, the trainers have great attention to detail, there’s almost always people playing basketball, and the laughs/joy of children can be heard around the facility. If your some kind of isolationist who centers yourself in every situation you won’t like it but if you are a fan of making friends and smiling faces this is the Y for you.

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★ 5

Good experience, very helpful and polite staff.

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I appreciate the upgrades and allowing us time to workout and not shutting us completely out because of the children. Keep up the good work!

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★ 5

I work out at Northside YMCA 5-6 days per week and love it there. The programs, classes, facilities, and people are all first class.

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I'm basing this as compared to three other YMCAs in this area.

The demographic skews inner-city....
I am only there to swim and have to constantly battle against throngs of screaming subsidized camp kids for an inch of pool. And I'm paying full fare.
People like me subsidize the entire Y organization. We even have to pay an additional assessment annually.

Twice in the past few weeks kids threw up in the pool which had to be immediately closed.

I went to both the Goochland and Tuckahoe YMCA's religiously for 3 years, yet I never knew them to close the pool for thunder in the area. This is an indoor pool, not outdoor.

I have been 4 other Ys in the Richmond area. They are all far superior but unfortunately too far to drive on a daily basis

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Staff are very friendly and helpful. The building is very clean.

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The children’s beginner swim class is very well run . Great way to introduce children to swimming !

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A l friendly place to work out.

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Great place to workout, swim or take classes. They offer great programs for kids also.

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Excellent customer service. The facilities are clean and bright. I wish they had an indoor track and sauna like some of the other Y.

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Love the facility!!!, Every staff member greats you with a smile and make you feel very welcomed. Even the gym folks are the same. Has many programs, and activities available. Love this place, and glad to join the Y family.

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The staff was friendly and helpful. The areas were clean and equipment worked properly!

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From the outside it doesn’t look like much, but on the inside it was a pleasant surprise. The moment we walked in, Carla at the front desk was very friendly and courteous. When I inquired about the coffee bar, she graciously brewed a fresh pot. The remodel looks spectacular. They have a comfortable lounge area where you can hang out and work, or just relax and watch some hoops. The locker rooms look brand new. Overall, a phenomenal experience!

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Handicapped accessible machines (nu step).

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This is not only the friendliest YMCA in town, it's the friendliest anything in town.

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Staff very helpful. Clean facilities. Variety of activities!

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Incredible place

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The fitness class I signed up for was excellent; the instructor was clear and even checked on me at the end of the class. I will use this location as my primary fitness center.

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Great instructors, convenient schedule, friendly staff, welcoming environment, nice facility.

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Great variety of Group fitness classes and class times.

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Nice location

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Facilities in great shape, well managed with a publicly-shared schedule, and friendly employees

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I really like that the classes seem accessible to a wide range of people and that there's a lot of camaraderie among participants and instructors. The instructors I've had have all been knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and supportive. In addition to the classes, I just love the overall vibe at the Y. It doesn't feel competitive or anonymous. You feel a sense of community.

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Not very welcoming

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The best people work at Northside Y. Instructors are amazing (Caitlyn, Ellen, Rita, Beth, Kate, Julie, Blair). I get a lot out of the group classes. Plus, everyone is friendly.

Also, the teen Leaders Club program is top notch A++++!! Amber is so dedicated to the teens. My teenager enjoys it so much. She is learning leadership skills, getting lots of volunteer hours in, and has made some long lasting friendships.

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I've been going to the Northside Y for years and enjoy it even more after the renovation of 2019-2020. The staff is just wonderful, and I enjoy seeing familiar faces in the gym.

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Love it. Very relaxed and chill. My only thing is the scales aren't operable. Always a low battery. The shower curtains should be changed frequently

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SHANEIKIAH was so amazing for her customer service. My first time in the facility and she was a burst of joy and great help with helping us sign in. Great Energy and she made the experience 10/10 she deserves a raise !!!

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Love attending my Yoga class with Ginger on Friday mornings. I just wish they would make the class 1 hour long. I ride my bike from downtown and would love to have a bit longer class. I need it

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Friendly and helpful staff. Great selection of weight and exercise equipment

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Everything you guys do it’s great . You guys go above and beyond.

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I enjoy this ymca never crowded and employees are always so nice and I love the clean environment

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I love the diversity in my fitness classes- people of different ages and backgrounds- couples- even kids. It makes me smile to see so many different people enjoying the same classes as I do! Anytime I hear someone discussing a new gym membership, I make a plug for the Northside Y.

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state-of-the art exercise equipment, family-friend environment. Lovely!

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North side Y is clean, friendly and engaging! Diversity of programs and great engagement by the counselors! The staff is friendly and professional!

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It's the the schedule and the location that suites me.

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Already I'm loving it. A great place for my family and I, wife and 4 kids to stay active, healthy, and in our best form of shape. Body, mind and spirit

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A truly great sports facility and community resource, with a wonderful team running it.

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Love the Y in general but this location is especially great! Clean equipment and locker rooms, staff are always kind and friendly. I appreciate that the atmosphere is welcoming of all abilities and fitness levels looking to better themselves.

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Flexable schedule, loving and caring staff, a place to meet new friends and exercise together for an awesome health and wellness program. I love it!!!!!!!

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My favorite YMCA to come to !! Love this place

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Me Encanta este lugar , las instalaciones son hermosas , siempre súper limpio y el personal muy amable !

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I Love The Aquatic Workouts! I’ve Become Stronger and Healthier Doing Them. I’ve Lost A Significant Amount of Weight And All While Having Fun!!!

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Staff are friendly. Facilities are always very clean.

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Love this YMCA! I use the gym, the yoga studio, and the pool! It is a lot different from the other couple of Ys I have been to.

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Joining this YMCA might be the best decision I've made since moving to Richmond. Super clean, great pool, and everybody is so friendly, staff and members alike. I also love that I can go to any Y with my membership, has come in handy while traveling or even just checking out the other Ys in Richmond.

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I recommended this location! I spend three months being camp counselor as a teenager in the past. I totally loved the smiles and children laughter. The location is NEW now! I like it.

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My son did the summer camp for 3 weeks and loved it. The facility is very clean and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. I enjoyed using the gym and my son and I enjoyed the indoor basketball court. It’s a great indoor activity option especially when the weather isn’t great.

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Too much fun to say here! You gotta go and check it out!

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Friendly place and updated facility. Not intimidating and feels like a community due to moderate size

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I’m in love with the NEW LOOK!!! More space and equipment and SMILING FACES. I was a member years ago and I’m glad that I decided to come back to a place with a welcoming environment and helpful staff. The club and child watch hours are perfect for the busy moms and dads who want to get a nice workout in without having the worry about their children. My teenage children enjoy being able to utilize more than just the basketball courts and swimming pool. Signing back up has really be the best decision I’ve made for my family!!

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New to this Y but have a great impression so far and I am pleased with how community driven it is.

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Great program variety, knowledgeable and friendly instructors, population diversity, clean facility.

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I've been attending the Northside Y since 2003 and always felt comfortable amd safe here. I never really have to wait a long time to use equipment. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The cleaning crew do a good job keeping the locker room clean as well.

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We love this Y. We love to swim here. The staff is so welcoming!

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Super welcoming place, for the whole community. Great yoga teachers, helpful and friendly staff in workout room, front desk, and facility management team. Weight room vibe energizing, all ages.

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Welcoming staff. Quality programming. Calm atmosphere compared to the loud gyms I've been to in the past. Not too big, not too small. Thanks for everything!

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I look forward to each week so I can attend class

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Was absolutely wonderful. Staff very friendly and classes were so fun. Worth the ride from Varina.

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Great place for pickleball. Friendly, accommodating staff.

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I have a membership fyi.
Female staff by the desk was clueless about her job and did not offer a guest pass for my guest. Wasted our time. Do not recommend this place. In a bad neighborhood.

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★ 5

A great place to workout for the whole family pic (below) myself Drdre79 IG iamdrdre79

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Staff was very friendly. Yoga class was really good. Facility is clean.

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Amazing. From the moment you walk in the door; helpful and friendly staff, stunning remodeled interior and facilities, clean, organized. I can't say enough. I am so excited to return.

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A wonderful YMCA right in the heart of Northside. Clean, friendly, and family friendly.

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Great place to go to work on your health 👍

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I like that the pool has a skylight!

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All my encounters with employees have been met with an eagerness to help or answer any questions. A very friendly and professional staff.

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I really enjoy the gear cycle classes. Wondering if there is a way to factor age when setting the work load into the bike monitors?

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I love this gym so much. Everyone who works there is genuinely friendly and supportive. I benefitted so much from access to the pool while I was pregnant and the childcare center made it possible for me to get back in shape after having a baby. I am always so touched by how sweet and attentive the childcare providers are (special shoutout to Theresa and Jey who are so great with my daughter). Easy parking! Clean! Affordable! Best gym ever.

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Friendly staff, pleasant vibe. Great place to get some exercise in.

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Always love being at this Y. It's is warm, inviting, and has plenty of options.

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Incredible hospitality. Yes, hospitality. We cannot recommend it more highly.

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I love this branch of the YMCA. I routinely come here multiple times a week to workout. I even took swim lessons here for the first time in my life. I am grateful to have this location so close to my home. The staff are so friendly and communication/updates about the facility are typically very prompt.

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We love the variety of classes and activities offered at the Y! There is something for everyone. The facilities are incredibly clean and nice and the staff is so friendly and helpful. We are so lucky to have such a great resource in our neighborhood!

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Northside YMCA is a terrific family fitness facility with a wonderful staff. The facility is always exceptionally clean, the staff is always friendly and the wide variety of programs and classes on offer are hard to beat. For anyone looking into continuing or starting there fitness journey this is the place to be.

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I love the Northside YMCA! Wonderful staff of friendly people. Beautiful well kept facility. Great Hatha Yoga class.

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Love the aquatics!

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The staff are professional and encouraging as well as polite. State of the art equipment is clean and sanitized. Overall, a family friendly environment.

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A great place to enjoy your in so many ways

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Most Covid restrictions have been lifted and I can go and esily work out and not feel like im dying from a mask. I think you guys had it right from the beginning. Cautious is different from stupidity. You guys were very cautious while allowing people to still have great work outs and success .So thank you for that and a great staff. Always have my questions answered very quickly and they are always willing to help.

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we love the Northside Family YMCA because it is close, has the equipment that I want and a great pool for my wife who uses the pool for her back therapy. the staff are friendly, the building is always clean. it is like family!

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It's great! The remodel looks amazing! I'm even signing my son up for a basketball clinic for January. They have lots to offer!

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Great facility and some of the best staff around. Everyone here is super friendly and always have a smile on their face! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to join.

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Great place! Great staff

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I love the YMCA! I do aqua Zumba/aqua boot camp and lap swim almost daily. The app is very easy to use!

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Great lap pool! Spotless locker rooms with HOT high pressure showers. Looking forward to trying some of their classes. All the equipment and facilities look great/modern. Staff is very helpful and plentiful. FYI Bring your own lock if you store your gym bag in the lockers though!

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I joined this Y about a month ago. Everyone is so kind and friendly here! There are so many different classes to try, the pool is great, and the building and facilities are great. I would recommend this Y to all my Northside neighbors!

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I really enjoy my time at the Y. They always friendly and I love sometimes they have fruit at the front desk.

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