Member Testimonials
There are activities for everyone, not overcrowded and friendly staff!
I like the cardio equipment and standard of hygiene that compares favorably to other YMCAs.
I wish the weight area included a section for less "intense" workouts. I like to use the 5 to 10lb. weights for some flexibility exercises but frankly feel intimidated by the some of the members who like to "hog" the space. Thank you.
Everyone is friendly and everyone is welcome. You don'y have to be a gym rat or power lifter to go there. It's just comfortable.
Great staff - very friendly. Incredible personal trainer (Branden). Always greeted by front desk workers with a smile. Great facility.
I’ve only used the pool so far- but it’s great!
I just attended the drum exercise class last Friday. What a fun way to work out!
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Great variety. Good instructors. Nice facility.
I enjoy all the Senior activities.
I like the time of them and the variety
CHAIR Yoga is awesome! All of the programs for older adults are good.
We have enjoyed the flexibility and availability of classes.
Good selection of exercise equipment
Clean pool,sauna recently renovated and whirlpool functioning extremely well.Felt totally refreshed after using the facility
The Front Desk people were very friendly and helpful in setting up my account. The whirlpool and sauna were the best it has been since my earlier membership. Very clean and good temperatures in bot the water and air. Definitely an improvement! Keep up the great work!
I love the pool most of all— it’s been wonderful while I’ve been pregnant! The swim lockers are nice as well. Everything is very clean, and people are friendly.
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Very welcoming!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I like the pool and the way you schedule lap lanes.
I like the programs can be taken at flexible times. There is something for everyone to do at this place I
I like the wide range of activities available. I spend most of my time in the cardio and weight room and love the ease with which I can move from one machine to another to get a full body workout. The staff is so friendly and helpful, and the facility is always spotlessly clean. Just feel great being there every day.
I learned how to swim at the Lakewood YMCA. Nothing surprising about that. That is what one does. However, I was 72 years old and my physician told me I was too old. I was using the aerobic equipment and watching the pool. I went to the front desk and signed up with a teacher (Amy) who seemed much to young and she taught 5 year old's.
The first lesson we sat on the edge of the pool and talked. The second lesson I actually got into the water. For 8 months she was either next to me, behind me or in front of me going back and forth in the lane, always within reach. The three times I did get in trouble, Amy pulled me to the side. Finally Amy walked along the side of the pool and watched. I had graduated. Almost 74. I dropped the M.D. who tried to discourage me and swam regularly for the next 9 years.
I thought I would be swimming until I came to an timely end. It ended but due to a flu vaccine shot which triggered shingles in my left arm. It was left almost useless and I couldn't swim. With therapy at the Lakewood Cleveland Clinic I regained some strength but then Covid came on the scene and now my swim bag is in the closet.
I'm only 83, exercise daily in the condo and hope to get back to the Y after September. The Lakewood YMCA has saved my life.
I like/need these activities: Adult lap swimming, jacuzzi, sauna. From my observation I believe there is enough room to add the steam room. Massotherapy should also be revisited. They did a great job updating the sauna room, thank you.
The meditation class with Mercedes on 6-3-21 was great. The room was quiet which was very important to me so I could hear the meditaion guidance. I left more refreshed than when I came.
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Love the pool, hip hop class with Gail, hours are good, like the newer machine
Whirlpool and yoga
I love the pool!
The sence of community and friendlyness
We really like the people that work there, they are friendly, very helpful, and kind
I enjoy working out on the clean equipment and appreciate how careful staff and members are concerning COVID.
Love the aerobics class that Andrea gives. Great teacher and workout