Member Testimonials
The coaches in the LiveStrong program are very knowledgeable and empathetic. They have great senses of humor and provide excellent content for reading.
ChildWatch starts up at 4 in the afternoon- you’re the only branch in the metro area that does! 5 is just too late for my family. Thank you!
We love the y so we’ll always promote it and suggest the ymca for all programs to friends and family BUT it would be nice for the Y to have guaranteed fields for the teams as we’re now practicing in the grass because we don’t have fields reserved. But we still love y sports.
There needs to be more fitness classes offered in the early morning hours. There are very few fitness classes offered if you work during the day.
It is conducted very friendly way and availability of various programs or activities for kids gives good exposure for kids potential and interest as well as to keep them involved in physical activity.
Decently priced and fun!
The coach
Fair prices so that our son can participate in more sports & wonderful that parents can & do volunteer. I do wish the Y could help coaches organize practice fields also, however.
Facility has nice equipment and is clean.
I like that we can come to swim anytime and not have to make a reservation to get in. It's good that things are opening up.
I like that there is water walking as well as lap swim.
I like that you have bikes & treadmills available & weights to use.
I like that you have a variety of different machines to use and several of each of them.
I like that you are training the younger group how to use the machines.
I like there are trainers available to show us how to use the weights.
I haven't used any classes, so I can't comment on those.
I like that the machines are kept clean & that they are wiped down regularly.
I recently joined the Y and I have been very impressed with the group exercise classes!!
As a former participant/instructor of a dance fitness program for the last 18 years as well as teaching aerobics many years ago, group exercise has been important to me for many reasons. I only made the switch to the Y because I want my family to join me in this love of exercise. It is obvious that the instructors are very well prepared for the class they teach. Each has led skillfully and professionally. I have felt each instructor was glad I (and now my daughters) came to class and they were very encouraging and friendly. The classes were challenging and fun at the same time!
I am equally impressed not only by the quality of classes and equipment but the variety! I have tried several different classes
and I am thankful they are offered at different times which fit a variety of schedules. Everyone at Armbrust has been helpful, warm and welcoming and I was even able to attend classes at other locations without a hassle. Everything has been so clean and well cared for. I also have used a few of the machines which was a new, challenging and fun experience as well! We look forward to continuing our fitness journeys at the Y!!
I appreciated the extra effort that went in to getting my son and his friend into a specialized swim lesson program.
Yes. It’s planned and organized
Good location
Very friendly and clean
The Armbrust yoga instructors are fantastic. Each of them practices a different style of yoga, so there’s something for everyone. I’d love to see another evening practice (after 5:30).
It's a welcoming place with wonderful responsive staff
Very friendly personal training and instructor.
I would love to see more toddler programs available at armbrust! We always have to travel to Southwest or maple!
Swim aerobic classes, classes for seniors, many various machines available, friendliness of the staff and other Y members.
The Y has a variety of classes and machines that one can use. I used to do the workout classes, cardio, and Jazzersize, Now I have bad knees and back issues, so I do water aerobics classes. I am pleased with all the teachers I have had. The front desk has been helpful when I asked for help. I have made several friends in my classes. I think the cost is worth every penny. One has to put in the effort to get anything in return.
The staff is helpful.
I like Anna's class. I see improvement in my strength. It is a nice facility.
Likes: Friendliness, welcoming feeling.
Keep doing: cleaning routines (e.g., wiping machines down, locker room pickup and wipe-downs, etc). Maintaining COVID cleanliness protocols, even though they seem to be waning nationwide, is important, and (in general) healthy.
Increase: Consider increasing (what I call) patrols: 'Walk-abouts' to deter juvenile behavior, especially in the locker rooms and specialty room areas at the back of the long hall.
Thanks for keeping the facility tuned up and in good shape. I know that it can be a challenge! People notice the effort, even the small things like fresh smelling towels.
Completeness of machines and free weights to work all parts of the body.
Love how clean and easy to access
Adaptive swim lessons that are truly adaptive! Hannah is amazing with the students and has exactly the right approach to offering the classes by first gathering information about the students and assessing their skills, then individualizing lessons for each small group. The size and configuration of the family locker room is a great feature as well.
That you have the inclusive swim lessons. My autistic son is so happy and LOVES his class.
The aquatics staff is incredibly patient and reassuring. They are able to keep the kids going even when they are running out of steam and are struggling with their strokes.
They engage the kids with learning methods that will help them learn how to swim effectively.
Our first experience with T-ball is great. Excited to try more sports through the Y