Member Testimonials
I love that there are programs designed for senior citizens. The staff is very friendly & helpful.
A variety of exercise activities and equipment to choose from.
great group classes. friendly guest. big facility.
I mainly attend Body Pump, and the instructors are great; the community that develops within the class is also fantastic. This is why I give Bryan a 9, but......
However, I also go to Spears and I see how the other half lives. The equipment at Bryan Y is not just worn out; it is downright falling apart. Mats that, when wiped down, literally have pieces breaking off. Bar collars that have been used so many times they no longer securely keep the weights on, creating a safety hazard, and bar weights that sound like you're driving on a gravel road because they are broken inside the plastic.
Compare that with Spears, where they not only had better, less-used equipment, but that equipment was replaced with entirely new equipment, including mats and weights.
I would have at least hoped that the old equipment and mats at Spears could have been sent to Bryan as hand-me-downs to replace what is clearly beyond its lifespan.
I am strictly a swimmer, so pool maintenance is important. Very good recently.
They are available. They are safe and well planned out for the most part the safety of the pool with the lifeguard staff is excellent. The pool is clean. Excellent water aerobics classes. Temps for lap pool are good. The swimming challenges are motivational. The staff at the Y are very nice
Teachers, time offers,music routine
The programs that I am in are geared to my age group and they fit my schedule.
My personal trainer has done an excellent job of developing a customized and creative strength/fitness program designed for my age and body type.
The best gym in the Triad, well stocked and with great classes!
Pickleball
Lots of options and very inclusive
Walking
I love the Yoga and barre classes
However, one yoga teacher does the same class with exact same poses in same order for every class that I have attended of hers . I feel I could teach it. haven’t been to her class in a while because of that reason. Thank you!
Excellent swimming pool!
You offer the very best of everything; great environment, equipment and facilities. Due to my knee replacement, the pool is an overwhelming favorite. The equipment is always clean and functional. Would not consider joining any other organization!
Water fitness class Mon & Fri 8 am excellent
class. Instructor Kim helps me adapt class to my handicaps and still fuction in class.
I don't attend the programs or activities, but everything seems good.
The instructor is so kind and encouraging with the children. She did speak with me after 2 lessons to help me learn what I could do to help my grandson I was very appreciative of her advice
My trainer, Caroline Duncan, is utterly amazing. She has worked through some real psychological barriers I've had to exercise by tailoring my routine to my age, my physical condition, and my goals. I feel completely "safe" in her care, which has not been true of other trainers I have had, who have seemed to want to fit me into their pre-designed training plan, whether I was ready for it or not. Caroline cares deeply about her clients.
I also particularly like the Bryan Y, although it is not the nearest one to me. (Spears is.) The equipment and workout spaces at Bryan are more conducive to physical training.
Great program to build confidence and skills. Wish the Spears location allowed even just 1 more lane for use during evening practices. It's hard for the kids to swim well and be separated by ability with only 2 lanes most of the time.
You offer a good variety of programs for all ages and interests.
It would be good to add additional evening classes with yoga/chair yoga or line dancing.
I loved the meets and the way the program was structured
I like that the Y has a variety of equipment and offer classes for all ages.
Ample swimming lanes.
The Y has been a part of my Family's Life for years.
I enjoy them. I enjoy that some are offered online and twice a day for those of us with busy unpredictable schedules.
They are amazing.
Mostly friendly staff
The environment created by the pickleball and the Senior class in the mornings is inspiring.