Member Testimonials
The Y is a beautiful place with its tall glass windows and sunshine that comes through them. As a participant in the water aerobics class in the smaller pool, I have been a member since, I think, 1999. However, I would like to see the water temperature a little warmer. I get chilled easily and am currently ill with a severe cold after experiencing chills after my last class in the smaller pool.
When I first joined and had to decide which pool for aerobics class, I soon found that the Olympic pool was too cold even though I was a proficient swimmer. The smaller pool was known as the arthritis pool because it was warmer for sore joints (which I have). More recently, it seems that the temperature has been lowered and is thus cooler by several degrees. Hence my chills.
I love how inclusive and accessible the Y is. There is something available for everyone regardless of their abilities or limitations.
Convenient
The "Y" looks good with new paint job, new workout floor and weights on 3rd floor. Still concerned convenient parking will be a huge problem when new soccer arena is built.
Great staff and incredible facility
Wish you had a sauna like they do in the Traverse City YMCA
I like that all the weights and cardio equipment are on one floor and even when it is busy it seems like there’s enough to go around
Everything! My favorite Y
I absolutely love the facility. The steam room is like no other. The atmosphere is pure energy.
The wide range of classes and top-notch facilities!
Great location
The amount of space and choice of amenities.
It's a great pool, and the staff (especially Rodney) is friendly.
I really like the Y, so much to offer. My only complaint would be the busyness.
Lots of space, always room for everyone. The bad part is how expensive memberships are, especially for college students
I love the remodel and added equipment. I love the central location. I LOVE all the natural light from the windows and the great views from the 2nd floor.
Love it!
Great classes
And people
New equipment
Love it there
fantastic
The sauna and steam room. The turf areas and sled.
However, more parking is needed. Lot and public parking is always full during peak hours.
Like always excellent service you can trust even with your kids!!
I would love it if they offered more drop-in Pickleball play.
Friendly. Good yoga class on Friday.
Convenient. New remodeling makes it feel like an upscale gym. Little to no waiting for equipment. Friendly.
Everything!
Friendly staff and the facility is always clean.
Sauna, steam room, pool
I love the 6am class taught by Kelli on M W and F! She is a phenomenal instructor!
I like to leave in the morning with a cup of coffee and a kind word from the desk workers. It’s a great start to my day.
Barb Freed and her classes!!!!
She is amazing! Knowledgeable, exercises fashioned for seniors! Barb is friendly and encouraging to all!
The YMCA should offer more classes like hers at every branch, including Saturdays.
Please contact me if you need more input as I was a physical education teacher for 28 years and have taken classes at the Y for many years.
Great facility, love the changes!

Community investment. Family friendly