Member Testimonials
Great pool and great early morning access.
I travel around the Midwest and haven’t found another Y that can compare to what we have in Grand Rapids.
The set up; cleanliness and positive fun staff.
Very nice facility for all ages love the family pool the most!
The track is the best, I use it 3-5 times/week. Excellent equipment options, helpful trainers, proximity to my home less than 5 miles.
The YMCA has activities for my entire family. Plus, the staff are so nice!
Varied times and offerings for group classes.
Shower&locker options vary as well.
Cleanliness is always attended to.
Pickleball, swimming, track and gym.
I enjoy all the resources MFB YMCA offers.
clean friendly atmosphere, although lately there have been a lot of issues with the heat in the family pool and the sauna in the women’s locker room. My score would definitely go down if these issues aren’t addressed soon!
It has something for everyone. I don't feel overwhelmed when I go inside and there are always employees to help with any questions. There are many classes to choose from along with swimming and hot tub.
The facility is always clean and lots of options of exercises to complete. We love the programs and special events. MFB staff are the kindest, most friendly and always over-the-top helpful.
I like seeing athletes in wheelchairs. Such an inspiration!
We love the track, the variety of machines and the layout of the workout areas.
Great family experience at the Y, friendly and supportive! Love the place with all the facilities, truly a growing community in Grand Rapids, MI
O George
The classes were active and vibrant. Great track space. Loved all the windows.
Friendly staff, clean e nvironment, easy track for walking
Plenty of room, not too crowded, plenty of equipment, nice track, group exercise opportunities, friendly and helpful staff
The staff are knowledgeable and welcoming.
The classes are fun.
Very friendly staff. Nice, well-maintained equipment. The facility is always clean. There's more than enough equipment available.
The availability of machines, the indoor track, and hot tub.
I love the friendly, helpful atmosphere. Enjoy the weighted machine and Eliptical. I do not like the increase in Senior prices, though!!
There are many things to like about the Mary Free Bed YMCA:
I like the wide range of exercise classes available; my favorite is Sunday yoga with Kari Bliss but I have also enjoyed Body Flow.
I work with trainer Ashley Sheeley, who has been an excellent support to me in setting my exercise goals.
I like the layout of the fitness space and the new equipment is great. I appreciate all the new free weights and machines.
One of the things I really like is the diversity of the clients at Mary Free Bed YMCA. Because there is such a wonderful range of people, everyone can feel comfortable being themselves and exercising and having fun, regardless of age, body type, race, gender, sexuality and ability, as well as social class. I feel more comfortable as a middle-aged white single mom because everyone else seems comfortable too.
Thank you for creating an inclusive, dynamic space.
Very friendly people and the facility is clean!
They are always friendly, helpful, and welcoming!
I love the people being so welcoming and always so helpful. The instructors are fantastic, motivating and eager to help each participant. The facility is always clean and I feel safe at the MFB Y.
The gym is wonderful, all the right equipment, knowledgeable staff and great hours!
Clean and well kept facility. Like the size of the track!
I love the Mary Free Bed Y so far! I mostly run on the treadmills and go to BodyPump, which I really love. I've never had to wait for a treadmill even when it's really busy.
Easy to navigate
I love the Y. It’s clean, and has great classes.
My only thoughts are it’s hard to use the courts for sports other than basketball. Would love to have a set time or court for volleyball.