Member Testimonials
I love the Decatur Y even more than usual right now. I had a conversation with a coworker that is a part time body pump teacher there and who told me my Y is a model for others in accommodating clients with special needs. I have often witnessed the Decatur Y staff moving through the machines with a blind or otherwise special needs client. I have noticed how confident and comfortable the staff looks working with these clients, which I assume means they have had good training in what these clients need to get started on their fitness programs at the Y
The energy is compelling and contagious. The instructors are awesome.
Something for all ages.
Friendly and helpful staff. Always feels like home.
Great group exercise classes!
Affordable programs that are really good for my kids. I like that my kids can learn and grow physically and get exercise. I also like the friendships they make with other kids while there. For us (the grownups), the child care is so helpful, we can work out while our kids are taken care of.
variety of activities, fabulous instructors, friendly atmosphere, family environment.
So many programs and classes to choose from with all levels of skill. There's something for everybody!
The coaching staff is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I like the atmosphere and comraderie of the people who exercise, and I love the variety of classes offered. I especially am enjoying the 30-minute "Move Together" class that is working on functional movements so I don't become stiff and immobile as I age.
The variety of options.
Decatur Y Staff is the best.
The weight room and cardio area are top notch. They provide access for many, and love the windows.
I go to the East Lake Y for swimming and aerobics. I can't ever figure out when I can get my laps in without too many people.
Availability of exercise equipment.
Congeniality of the men's locker room
Wide variety of classes and exercise opportunities. Good staff fostering a sense of community! Love it!
convenient location, extended hours, reasonable fees
The staff is always helpful!
Availability and friendliness.
I like the aerobics classes. They’re fun, we’ll paced, and usually geared to a range of skill.
The Decatur-DeKalb Y has so much to offer in the way of group exercise...I exercise at the Y 6/7 days per week nearly all of the time. I love my spin classes, my turbo kick classes, and my fierce funk. I really like that the machines are available and rarely is there a wait. The Y is clean and there's always towels. The staff are also really friendly. I am lucky to be so near this facility!
I lowe the pool!
Kathy’s Aqua classes
I was visiting from East Cobb - a great facility and well maintained.
Open time in pool.
I like the Executive Director and how her spirit, drive and values permeate the whole Y. She is efficient, deeply caring, kind and understanding and these values are reflected by her staff. I like that it is a true reflection of and concerned with the community. They do wonderful things, such as supporting persons with disabilities and they value diversity and inclusion. They also act on their values.
They have a ton of classes and great exercise facilities. Everyone is made to feel welcome.
Great instructors. Lots of classes!
A lot of activities for all fitness levels and it's not stodgy and pretentious like a hardcore gym, but you can grunt as needed...😊
Steam room. Pool. Variety of equipment and classes.
Needs Table Tennis.
I like the loyalty, I lost my job since last year and now I have part-time job and I’m going to school. My income is low and I thought that I well drop off from this YMCA, but they helped me by lower payment and kept me healthy at the dark time I was straggling. I was under stress and Depressions. YMCA is my family, best friend and everything to me. Happy to be part of this amazing family.
Fine facilities, excellent instructor and wellness coach (Lisa), friendly staff.
As a mom of 3 young children I switched my gym membership to the Y because of the exceptional children’s programming. My oldest child loves the kid’s club and is never ready to leave. I feel comfortable leaving my younger children in the play center and love that they have a wide variety of games and activities with consistent staff who are engaged with the kids. I’m also able to utilize the childcare for my other children while my middle child participates in gymnastics and I can exercise. I’ve been very impressed with all of the programs in which we’ve participated.