Member Testimonials
Love the pool and friendly staff
I love the facility and the ability to access all types of equipment or exercise throughout the day.
variety of activities
would like to see more evening classes
For me, this Y is a community. Staff is welcoming and friendly. The comprehensiveness and diversity of the programming is astonishing - there is a place for all ages and interests. And it works!
During the pandemic, I participated in some online exercise classes, and virtual writing courses through the Downtown Writer's Center, which were great. I've begun to return in person, and it's hard to describe what a relief and comfort is is to be back, seeing familiar faces, and being able to support young leader initiatives such as the 'giving tree.'
I think that the CNY YMCA is, in general, a remarkable organization that reaches throughout our community promoting positive values, strong education, and healthy lifestyles. I'm not sure that people are aware of how much the Y actually does. Becoming a member 10 or so years ago was one of the best decisions my family made, and I truly value "my" East Area Family YMCA.
The pool is in very good condition. The lifeguards, who have been there consistently in the early morning hours in the last year or so when many of us go to do lap swim, have been fantastic. I really appreciate their work and dedication to come to work so early so that we are able to exercise.
Great staff
Clean facility
A variety of class
Would like to see more yoga classes
everything! Great place
The Y offers wonderful programs for my kids and is a clean, modern building. My only wish is to return to later hours (9pm). The schedule has not allowed me to enjoy the facility like I have in the past due to work and children’s schedules.
Great staff. Good equipment.
I look forward to my classes and value my warm feelings for my instructors and fellow participants. It offers to me an uplifting sense of community, from my check in to folks casually encountered in the hall. I love that my daughter who has moved back from California during Covid with her family has found welcoming support for their interests.
Friendly staff, clean facility
Friendly & supportive staff, great AOA programs, especially Walking Club, Pound, Hustle, deep water aerobics, Zoom forever strong,book club, scrabble.
The amount and quality of fitness equipment that is available.
A fun and friendly place to workout and socialize with great people! The staff and the members truly embody a welcoming environment for everyone!
Friendly, clean
Variety of choices for workouts and water exercises
You feel a true spirit of camaraderie and the instructors are very prepared .
I am impressed with the people, staff, equipment/facilities, and the ultimate experience.
The staff has always been welcoming and enjoyable to interact with.
Great facilities and staff. And Jack McLaughlin is a fantastic trainer.
AOA programs, art classes
I think the wide range program (day care, workout spaces, pool, arts, etc. etc. is a treasure.
Great, friendly, ,knowledgeable staff. Well maintained and clean. Great variety of programs.
I love that it is right in Fayetteville, has great hours, friendly staff, is clean, the price is right for a single mom of three, and it motivates me to get in shape.
I enjoy the adult classes that I attend. And it also gives me the opportunity to meet new people.
Clean for the most part.
So many things for all ages to do there!
Staff are so kind!
Diversity in the members, very important!!!
Because of the programs that they to offer for the whole family.
Like the gym but wish it opened at 5am like the downtown Y
It’s like going to a family reunion every time you walk thru the doors. People look forward to working out because they hv friends with them working out.
Friendly atmosphere