Member Testimonials
I am doing the water aerobics class and really benefiting from it. I am a 70 year old that just had a knee injury so this is great for me
My son was very nervous about getting his head under water before his first lesson. By the end of the classes he was excited about doing it.
My instructor Michelle was great! She had a great personality and was supportive yet firm.
As adults it can be difficult to let go of our fears but Michelle help us get over those fears.
Wonderful coaching staff, great team environment and welcoming peers.
Communications are consistent, thorough and timely.
It’s the best! Quiet, friendly and has plenty of amenities
Great pool hours. Responsive staff. Exciting plans to build a new facility.
Coaching staff was phenomenal! Coach Kevin, Coach Peter and Coach Greg were all fantastic coaches. The program they created for my daughter was spot on! So glad we made the change to the team-wished we had moved her earlier!
Loved the instructors, professionalism, & way they were able to keep the attention of the kids!
I am challenged by neck, back and knee problems. The pool is the only way I can exercise without incurring additional stress on my joints. Everyone in the pool area is excellent the life guards, Rachel the supervisor, the teachers (Isaac and Mary) in the water exercise classes. I thank God for the pool and the wonderful people I have met in the class.
Swimming pool
I love my Tuesday/Thursday swim class. The instructor & "classmates" have a good the together, a great workout & enjoy the socialization. This is a great environment for those who are older & do not take impact exercises/sports. Doctors highly swimming for adults. At one time we had a 92 year old man in our class! What an inspiration!
The thought of not having a swimming pool here is unconsciousable. Please keep the pool for those of us who cannot run, jump or fall. I am 80 and have beeb swimming 3-5 days a week for a number of years & am in better health/shape than I was 12-20 years ago even after 2 back & 1 neck surgeries. PLEASE KEEP THE POOL FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT!
Very friendly staff , I just wish they have more sports activity for kids. Rather going to a club I will bring them to the Y.
Most kind inclusive teacher and fellow students.
It’s always a warm and inclusive place!
Great staff and a very clean well maintained facility.
Very Friendly and Knowledgeable swim instructor…Rachael!!!
My kids have been in swim lessons before, but learned leaps and bounds more in two sessions here at the Y. Rachel is amazing!
The location of the y to our home is very close and everyone is very welcoming. It’s great to have such a great facility locally.
Welcoming
Great coaches, good facilities and practice options
Rachel is incredible with my two year old. He has come so far in 6 months. I love that the class is around 25 minutes. The babies and toddlers are DONE by the end but it’s perfect timing
Michele was an excellent coach, her approach was genuine, respectful, fun, and knowledgeable. Michele helped build my confidence in the water. I was highly recommend this experience to anyone.
I am taking water aerobics on Tuesday and Thursday, and really appreciate the instructor, Isaac. It is a good group, and the exercise has proven to be helpful for my leg issue. The group is very welcoming, the lifeguards are very friendly and professional, and I am always greeted by the staff at the front desk. Very pleasant experience.
The Instructor, Rachel was detailed and thorough.
The Y swim team welcomes swimmers of all skill levels and fosters success at every level. This is not common in other swim teams and should be celebrated.
The adult swim class was a great experience for my daughter. She gained a ton of confidence in the water and is excited to get out and swim at other places. Thank you so much Michele!!
I liked my instructor the best. Michelle was very patient and had most of us swimming by the third class! There was one classmate who was extremely fearful of the water and Michelle also had her feeling comfortable.
My family and I were already members of the Birmingham Y in the past. When we saw the program for free swimming classes, my husband and I jumped at the chance to improve our swimming abilities. I wanted to strengthen my swimming skills because I have a special needs child. If an emergency happens, I want to feel comfortable jumping into action. My instructor, Michelle, was the cherry on top. He was relaxed, encouraging and educated on how to improve my skills. I love everything about the Y. I wish there was one in every neighborhood (I live in Southfield).
Good trainers and facilities
Our family has been a member at the Birmingham YMCA since 2018. We love the programs that are offered to both kids and adults, most specifically the Birmingham Blue Dolphins swim team.
The team members at the Y are always so friendly, kind and helpful and it has truly felt like an extension of our home where I feel safe sending my children.