Member Testimonials
Great instructors. Classes sizes are good. Classes offered are good. Always something fun happening at the Y
Lap swimming and lifeguards- all very good.
The programs are varied and fun. The instructors are very professional and seem aware that many in the classes are of different ages and skill levels . The improvements to the facility are amazing this year! Great new machines and flooring.
The pool is showing it’s age a bit but the aquatic staff is excellent.
Lots of variety.
I like the group pump class, core class, pilates, shapes.
So far everything
Gym always clean. Machines work well. Staff friendly and helpful. Anissa is a great trainer.
Lively crew; lively class selection updates; bustling activities throughout the building, and knowledgable, dedicated GREAT Instructors. Our three member family thrives with Franz Ross YMCA offerings!
Great. Good exercise classes
Variety and exceptional instructors
Availability, quality, big swimming pool.
There are many various types of classes. All of the instructors aI have had are excellent.
All of the employees are very helpful and friendly. The classes are great too.
I like the variety of classes and the weight equipment is wonderful
Has all the machines I need for a good workout
Th
You can pick and choose what you want, what day and time. Hours are great.
Great!
A great variety. Friendly staff.
Excellent classes with excellent teachers you offer far more than the Punta Gorda YMCA my one negative comment is that if you’re trying to use the machines, there’s never anybody around to help you learn how to use them
1.) Kelly, Fitness Director continues to be a major asset and addition to the YMCA. I have >50 years of experience of dealing with the public and she possesses what it takes to make the needed improvements in PR, staff and the facility, along with promoting the YMCA.
2.) Several of the hand sanitizer (wall mounted) units have been empty for over a month! We are in flu season and need to control the spread of the viruses as much as possible.
3.) MANY MEMBERS USE THE EXERCISE MACHINES AS THEIR PERSONAL "PARK BENCHES", MANY OF WHICH ARE SEWED TO THEIR CELL PHONES!!! Even when asked nicely, many continue to sit, listen, read, text, whatever. Many get insulted when asked to finish up after an inordinate amount of time. "Working In" is a term and thing of the past, prior to cell phones. Members have become oblivious and self-centered. They seem entitled. I clocked one recently on the chest machine at 26 minutes!!! You MUST find a way to get them OFF the machines in < 5 minutes, without discourse. Your new "softened" look Rules Sign, does not do the trick, not that the older one did.
4.) Promote 4 Wall HANDBALL (not racquetball). Handball is far superior to any other racquet type sports,especially pickleball; not even close skill-wise. I posted phone numbers on the sign board outside the handball courts for 6 years now and never gotten a single call. Why not publicize Handball in your newsletter, at least? It is sad that I need to drive 45 min. to play in Sarasota, when you have two fine handball courts on site.
5.) The PR of the staff is improving, especially with the new hires. You still have a few "stiffs" remaining in the P.T. arena, that find it hard to say hello to members working out in the gym.
6.) Bring back towels (at least the small ones you had, pre-Covid). Covid is OVER!.
7.) Fix 2-6 above and you will have a 10/10.
Thank you.
Boyd
The classes, although I used child care alot when my daughter was young
We find that the staff is more than helpful. With the new machines I find it a little difficult to figure out the machines. But help is always nearby.
I enjoy the excercise classes and the instructors are very knowledgeable.
Well maintained equipment, clean facilities, friendly staff, good programs.
A lot of variety to choose from. I really like the class I am in Active seniors 2 days
a week.
I’m able to find a perfect fit for my level of activity for my age and physical abilities. It seems like they have everything to fit all ages and abilities.
Body pump and lots of yoga.
No adverse comments!
New Equipment. Great Staff. Very clean facilities.
The instructors are awesome. Not only are they great instructors but they really go out of their way to make you feel a part of something