Palo Alto

Member Testimonials

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by A.C. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

YMCA Silicon Valley is a friendly, safe place to go. Staff are very warm and helpful and the facilities are top

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.B. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

alot of workout options

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by H.D. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Friendly atmosphere

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.B. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I appreciate that there are many different programs for all ages.

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.M. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Pickleball and the new gym equipment

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by J.K. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I've been using eGym multiple times per week and really like that.
Good value. The Ross Rd. location is very convenient.

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by H.B. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Lots of classes for older folks.
Warm instructional pool

Report a concern   February 10, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.R. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Good instructors

Report a concern   January 28, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.E. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Very friendly staff, nice classes, friendly members.

Report a concern   January 28, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by E.L. Palo Alto Family YMCA - Swim Lessons
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Coaches are nice and I like the indoor pool!
Son enjoys the swim class

Report a concern   January 28, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by S.R. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

group exercise classes and equipment room

Report a concern   January 28, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by L.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

All classes are great

Report a concern   January 24, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.N. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Good place to exercise

Report a concern   January 23, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.M. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

many activities to perform.

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by S.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Need to add more activities for seniors.

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by J.O. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I like the gym classes related to weight lifting and resistance training, like BODYPUMP AND Les Mills CORE. I am interested in classes providing instruction on weight lifting. I like to try to double stack my classes while I am warmed up.

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.M. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I would like more programs for my high school teanage daughter.
She is a bit shy, but I do believe the Y is a great place to make friends.
Please advertize the programs more.
Tean only workouts?
Tean only swims?

Possibly a social where teans can meet and discuss programs?

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.I. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Lots of great instructors.

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by M.M. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

All looks good

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by D.Y. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The swimming pool is great. The staff members are very friendly!

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.M. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I use the pool and sauna most and there is equipment I like to use. I usually only have to wait a few minutes for a lone, I like the towel availability too

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by M.N. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Like the spin class and body pump classes, pickleball and chill culture of the PAFY.

Report a concern   January 22, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by P.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Very friendly and helpful staff.

Report a concern   January 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by Z.X. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Suggestion: could you make the pool schedule available to the public on the website so that day pass purchaser can check when lap pool has classes or not. Thanks.

Report a concern   January 21, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by L.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Primarily, I dance, but I also play Table Tennis, Pickleball, and jump in the 1 room has it all pool terrarium. The pool is GREAT! Eric understands water, music, And coffee.

Sophia, Nooshin, Younhee, Maki and Laam are all super talented. Maki is a particularly kind and capable instructor. However, Ross hasn't any Monday dance classes until 7pm! So I shuttle myself off to thoroughly sunny Laura UJAM in Mountain View 7:30am just to catch an 8:30am class, trafficless. Recently a Ross member asked me to prepare a Monday dance class petition. She felt sure there were others who felt like her. There are lotsa folks who prefer to start their workout week on MONDAYS. ☺️🎶🎵

Another major factor is our lack of coffee or hot water for tea. I am aware there are budgets and city laws, but Coffee promotes a sense of community and fosters a gathering place. Northwest has an outstanding new coffee machine and I'm talking free Mochaccinos☕️. I have been there for catered Diwali and even at Southwest for Thanksgiving turkey! The coffee machine center runs 2 hours only and it's a hotbed of conviviality, especially on holidays or Member Appreciation Days. Community happiness SHOULD hopefully translate to more memberships!😊

We Miss V and Katharine is a welcome addition for sure. We are grateful to Ivan, Ayla, Nate, Dylan and Terrence as well.😊

Thanks for everything,
First name removed💃

Report a concern   January 21, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by L.T. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Mid-day Zumba class

Report a concern   January 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by C.W. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

The breadth of classes and activities. the intergenerational Y attendance. The friendliness of attenders and staff. I’d like to out in a request for Chair Yoga!

Report a concern   January 21, 2026 — Rated 9 out of 10 by H.L. Palo Alto Family YMCA - Swim Lessons
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

It's in my neighborhood. The schedule works for school.

Report a concern   January 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by K.N. Palo Alto Family YMCA
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

I like the new and quieter gym machines. I like the open high ceiling and good air circulation all year round.

Report a concern   January 21, 2026 — Rated 10 out of 10 by V.S. Palo Alto Family YMCA - Swim Lessons
[en]What do you like about our programs and activities?[/en][es]¿Qué es lo que le gusta de nuestros programas y actividades?[/es]

Staff and coaches are excellent


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