Member Testimonials
Everything! It’s fun, congenial, good for heart and soul!
2 pools, climbing gym, accessibility, fun engagements in the lobby area, coffee, etc.
I enjoy coming to the Y. I am usually there 5 days a week. I celebrated 10 years post operatively of having had RNY bypass weight loss surgery. The Y has helped me maintain my goal weight. Every time I come I am welcomed by the front desk receptionist warmly and often by name! Its like family. I highly recommend anyone who wants to improve their fitness to join the Y. I am 67 years old and my motto is "use it so you don't lose it !" I want to keep all the body parts given to me by God!
Great yoga but need more, particularly Wed
It’s amazing my son has a great time and loves it there.
The staff and members and the class take with Kelly W, on Tues and Thurs nights.
I can’t say enough wonderful things about the staff at the YMCA Dancel Family Center. Every single person I’ve encountered has been kind, considerate, helpful and incredibly patient. As a single parent, finding a place where both my kids and I feel supported has been a game-changer.
The classes and provisions for the kids are amazing! They’ve given me the chance to actually focus on my own workouts, knowing my children are not only cared for but genuinely having fun and engaging in activities they enjoy. It’s such a relief to have that peace of mind.
The Parents’ Day/Night Out programs have been an absolute blessing, too. Having that time to reset, to take a breath and recharge from the everyday responsibilities of life, parenting, and adulting, has made such a positive difference for me and my family.
The YMCA Dancel truly has something for everyone, no matter your age, interest, or fitness level. If you’re considering a membership, I can say without hesitation that it’s worth every penny. The value you get in community, care, and quality far exceeds the cost.
Thank you, YMCA Dancel, for creating such a welcoming, supportive space for families like mine! 💛
I regularly attend Water Fitness instructed by Kelly Whites. She is a fun and engaging instructor. I also find the Y Dancel is well maintained and spacious with good locker rooms and private changing rooms. The employees are nice. There are a lot of amenities. Parking can be crowded and the EV charging spaces are never available, but I manage to find a regular parking spot every time.
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Convenient, clean, helpful
It continues to be a terrific facility and friendly environment.
The staff is always kind to the kids. This means a lot to parents
Mostly, I visit the fitness center during the daytime. The lady who cleans the ladies' room seems to be busy cleaning. I see her frequently. The same is true for the young man who ensures the outside is clear of debris. The staff is very friendly. Each time I arrive, at least one person greets me. I've been with my trainer, Stacy, for a few years & find her to be very attentive to my stance, posture & the proper way to use the machines. If I come in alone, Jamal graciously helps me set the machine for my height.
Great staff
Good gym
Excellent pools
Wonderful instructors especially Water Fitness & Aqua Zumba! Amazing camaraderie among the people who regularly attend the weekly sessions. The groups are also very welcoming to new members.
Everyone is so positive, even with some folks like me who "fall off the wagon" on occasion. I really appreciate being a member.
Joanne
I would like to ask a change in the yoga class for Wednesdays 715pm. I think a Gentle Yoga class will be better. Current class is really easy and no many stretching like before when we had Huromi teacher. Thanks
Easy accessibility to trainers and machines.
All the staff are smiling and welcoming and is there a lot of ativity giving a fun
It’s very good location and the location of everything
I love the Warm Pool. The hours allow for everyone to enjoy it. I love that the lap lanes can be shared with water walkers and water exercisers. Thanks for making the Y the best place to stay healthy.
The friendly staff. The warm pool! The well equipped gym and helpful trainers.
The multiple events and times to attend. The warm and caring staff that are so helpful.
I enjoy the classes and facilities
I like that the staff listen to suggestions ( i.e. adding time for Intermediate Pickleball) and change up the programming sometimes (daytime pickleball parties and crafts for seniors).
Great facility and super friendly staff. Specially, love that the place is clean, has plenty of open spaces for personal workouts, and is well equipped. I particularly enjoy that nice, hot sauna.
It's a friendly place with different exercise experiences.
Great people working at the Y make it a friendly, comfortable place to work out or play pickleball.
Staff was helpful and professional. I loved the Zumba water aerobic class. It was easy to follow. It was my first time visited by the Y and it was a great experience. I am my first day of my three day trial. I think I may be joining. I still have two more classes. So looking forward to the next three
Great facility with adequate equipments.
This place is clean and have everything you need for a perfect workout from Cardio, Weight lifting, Yoga, Basketball, Swimming, Spinning, Sauna, wall climbing and kids play area.
The Y at Ellicott City is excellent. I use the pool exclusively. The staff and facilities are top notch.