Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
3201 Watts Lane
Richmond
VA 23223
United States

Member Testimonials

Report a concern   October 6, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by L.L. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Child feels comfortable in the water. Instructors give good direction/ guidance.

Report a concern   September 26, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.B. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Love the swim classes and how great the teachers are with the kids!

Report a concern   September 11, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Rhonda MaloneAdkins Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

All the coordinators are very nice and patience. The program is very convenient for those who are in need. I like that the different activities welcomes everyone.

Report a concern   September 9, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Tawana Demery Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Swimming and water aerobics

Report a concern   July 15, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.G. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Very professional swim instructors. Friendly staff

Report a concern   July 15, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Kimberly Powell Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Staff is kind and the available swim lessons. Swim instructors are very personable and patient with the kids.

Report a concern   July 15, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.P. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Swimming lessons 0-3yr 9am on Saturdays are great!

Report a concern   July 15, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Tiffany Brown Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I think the programs are great

Report a concern   June 17, 2025 — Rated 9 out of 10 by M.P. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The swim instructors are very kind and welcoming. They do a great job with teaching and even learning the names of the children.

Report a concern   June 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Lawrence Foster Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I think it's great with it teaching the young children how to swim I think all those children tonight as well the safety first the children love to get in the water guys are doing a great job

Report a concern   June 11, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.H. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Friendly staff and take time to explain how to

Report a concern   June 11, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.W. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Food location and great swim instructors.

Report a concern   June 11, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.E. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

My daughter loves her swim class! She has made great progress.

Report a concern   June 10, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Latasia Carrington-Johnson Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The swim program so far has been amazing. The instructor is attentive to everyone and didn’t hesitate to speak up when parents were struggling. I have already recommended this program to friends and coworkers. I’m looking forward to attending our next session!

Report a concern   May 20, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.W. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I love the infant/parent class, however I wish it was more 1 on 1 as each child progresses differently

Report a concern   May 13, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.J.S. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I like the ease of signing up. Courteous staff.

Report a concern   May 6, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.W. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Love the kids activities

Report a concern   May 6, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Pamela Anderson Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

we attended there before, and we enjoyed it; my daughter is starting her swim lesson next couple of weeks.

Report a concern   April 29, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Adrianna Solon Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The swim directors here are phenomenal. They provide services that exceed anyone’s expectations and are so good with my son.

Report a concern   April 22, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by K.P. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

It was Great

Report a concern   March 18, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Aliya Hunter Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

My son is on his second set of swim courses with this center. They have been able to accommodate my request for my child with developmental disabilities with ease. Most of the instructors are great at what they do. Would definitely recommend to give them a try.

Report a concern   March 13, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.T. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

My children have been thoroughly enjoying their instructor. The staff has been AMAZING .

Report a concern   March 11, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Sharon Peace Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Wonderful and caring YMCA staff

Report a concern   March 11, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.A. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The staff is friendly and the classes are the perfect size for the needed attention that the children need.

Report a concern   February 18, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.S. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Love the instructions and feedback from Cullin and Josh! Swimming lessons going great so far!

Report a concern   February 5, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Allie Wine Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Our teacher on Monday night was AMAZING! He struck the perfect balance of fun and learning with the kiddos. He kept everyone safe and I felt comfortable that my little one was learning and growing as a swimmer. He also was amazing at balancing taking time to reassure us as parents, while having all eyes on the kids in the water.

Facility was also very clean with nice staff! Could use a few more family changing stalls - a number of them were out of order. Also could use some more people at the front for checking in - we didn't know where to go when we first arrived and someone was at the front desk talking for a long time.

Report a concern   January 14, 2025 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.M. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

the over all experience with staff, instructors and the community.

Report a concern   December 10, 2024 — Rated 10 out of 10 by T.A. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Convenient and professional staff.

Report a concern   November 12, 2024 — Rated 10 out of 10 by E.N. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Our kids do swim lessons and we go to family and lap swim.

Report a concern   October 8, 2024 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.S. Frank J Thornton YMCA Aquatic Center
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The teachers are very nice and care about each participant!


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