Member Testimonials
I attend the Startech Y. I joined YMCA mainly for the yoga program. Recently there are less options available to me but I understand that staff changes which affect this. The one thing that is frustrating for me (and other seniors) is when there are hockey tournaments and parents allow their children to run freely on the walking track. This has caused a number of safety issues. There should be either a staff member or volunteer on hand during the tournaments to remind parents it’s their responsibility to oversee their children while at the centre. There are also groups that meet (in meeting rooms) throughout the week which also adds more people and car traffic and so the older people are forced to navigate traffic both inside and in the parking lot. And this can be difficult when trying to find a parking spot as well.
Swimming is great. Schedule of times for lane and free swimming great.
I like the Aquafit classes…..a good workout.
Barbara Fair
lots available
Love the pool and love the fact it's close to our home.
Amazing place , I love it because I can bring my kids to the day care while I do my workouts , the stuff is very nice and friendly my kids always seem happy , I would love for some more equipment at the gym is a little limited because they don’t have some important machines, but they have some you can still do all your workouts ! I love the gym , the area , the pool they have everything for you to have a nice time and family !!
variety
The people.
I find the aquafit classes to be excellent. Generally, the instructors are very good. I have recommended it to friends. The only problem is that it is too popular.
I just attend aquafit. I get a good workout with 3 of your instructors.
Clean , friendly, easy to attend and rarely cancelled. Knowledgable instructors, and reasonably priced.
Love the convenience of integrated facilities; Y + Skating Rinks + Library = something for the whole family!
Please maintain decorum. There are some offenders ( some repeat) who
1. Don't wipe after using gym equipment
2. People smoking just outside the exit door. The outdoor ceiling seems to ba a catch trap of smoke that gets in through the doors. One day it reeked the entire hall, indoor race track etc. I am extremely allergic to smoke.
It should be banned even near the building.
3. Usage of green mat area in the gym by some special programs (group of people doing exercise under guidance) prevents me to use that space. My day is wasted.
Great instructor, Amelia
She makes aqua fit fun
Lots of equipment and clean environment. Staff are always happy to help out.
I like how daytime classes are comprised of people of varying ages and abilities. Instructors encourage us to push harder and do our best, while being mindful of injury prevention.
People
The environment is very neat, the staff and volunteers are very nice and professional.
I am only an Aquafit member so I cannot comment on the other programs.. but Aquafit meets both physical and social needs. It is a very affordable program too! There’s an amazing comaraderie among participants.
Absolutely love the childminders they are the sweetest and best and I have full confidence when I drop my little one off to play that she will be well cared for and have a blast. I find the facilities clean and well cared for and every time I’ve interacted with any staff member they’ve always been helpful, kind and gone above and beyond to help me or my family members. What a great crew!
Range of varied group classes, great instructors, helpful and welcoming staffs, and flexible schedule
Everyone is welcome babies young children, elderly people that disabled. It is a beautiful and loving environment, and I’m so grateful to have this fabulous facility only 10 minutes from my home thank you for everything.
Amazing
Well-organized, and clean and the staff is very helpful.
aquafit leaders
Love the Aquafit programs and the many choices of time slots available.
Everything the aqua fit classes, chair yogs etc
The volleyball and the gym facility, I wish the time could be extended to 11pm
Modern facilities
Knowledgeable instructors
Friendly staff and volunteers
I like the walking track and the work out equipment