Member Testimonials
The facilities meet my needs, but most importantly, all of the staff are friendly and helpful.
The good people that work there and the good people that go there
Friendly front desk!
Zumba leader is first class.
I love how I can drop into the Y for my exercise on the bike and treadmill whatever time fits into my day. A variety of equipment is always available. Staff members are always pleasant and welcoming.
Fran A.
Returning after being gone for three years. I love being back with my friends and staff at the "Y".
Grandkids get a workout and have fun with Granddaddy!!
I like the staff best. They are friendly and always make me feel welcomed. I look forward to their cheerful hellos. Nay and Makaya are especially good customer service representatives and I really appreciate their efforts to make me feel special!
I’ve been a member since 11/2022 & visit 4-5 days/week. Everyone is friendly & I love Body Pump & Erica! The only downside is the pickle ball group & I’ve spoken to Makaya about their unwelcoming nature.
I love working out at South Oakland YMCA!! I enjoy the track & pool most of all. The intimacy of the facility doesn't feel like an over exaggerated gym w/superficial or rude people. Everyone is friendly, kind & welcoming. The vintage feel gives me a cozy & warm nostalgia that actually motivates me work out better!!
Community service
Friendly staff. Large number of classes offered. And large amount of exercise equipment.
I really enjoy Jessica's Zumba class - her choice of music, the routines she uses, and her personality.
Wonderful place to work out in the fitness center. The swimming pool is my favorite!
Just my perfect kind of exercise as I get into moving again after injury.
All the personnel at the YMCA are pleasant and helpful.
The friendly atmosphere including the staff are very helpful and acknowledge everyone who walks through the door.
My swim lessons and instructor
Friendly and competant people. Great classes!
The employees are very welcoming and helpful.
I enjoy the Wellness Center with all of the different types of equipment and the availability of the hours that its open.
Clean, relaxed atmosphere
I like the chair exercises.
I love the staff, all of the offerings and how conveniently located it is. I wish the swim instructors were better at my location. Also really need to redo the women's locker room. It is in terrible shape.
The employees are very personable. Great variety of exercise equipment. Love the water aerobics. Learned how to play pickleball!
So fun peeps are great, only use pool but may try other offers. Life Guards are the best and the front desk guys and gals are cheerful and smiley.
Every staff person has been very friendly and helpful. We love the value of our Y membership; with the pool & open gym for basketball (as well as exercise equipment, track & classes) it’s been a fantastic family experience for our mental, emotional & physical well being!
The workers at the front desk are very thoughtful. The building is exceptionally clean.
The facility is clean.
The facility is clean and the staff are helpful/ nice. The hours are useful for a person who works a 9 to 5 job. There are plenty of offerings available and I can’t wait to be more involved in the future. The location is easy to drive to and find a parking place.
Friendly staff, bright and cheerful, classes tailored to my abilities.
I see people cleaning
Silver Sneakers classes. Facilities always sparkling fresh. Instructors are knowledgeable and encouraging. Locker room and showers are immaculate. Always an uplifting experience to come here. Im 76 years old.
I liked smiling, friendly faces at the entry as i checked in.