Member Testimonials

I like the classes, staff, & members.

Classes are great, everyone is so nice!

The staff were friendly and very helpful. Loved the aqua size class with Julia, she was great. We intend to transfer our membership from the Wayne facility upon their closing in November

The aftercare team is awesome ! My daughter loves the staff!

My kindergartener LOVES aftercare. She enjoys the time to play with friends and work on her homework. The lead counselor, Alex, is very kind and helpful and makes sure the kids are well looked after. We are very happy we chose YMCA aftercare.

Great value

Wonderful staff, great hours, homework supervision, vacation camp days… it’s the best. Really helpful for so many.

Peanut Shell is home for us! Two kids in now and sooo grateful for the place and team!

The way they teaching to kids is very good

Nice group of instructors who were very patient with my 4 year old

Amy is a great instructor. She have an amazing relationship with my son and he gets along with her very well. She also gives me feedback on how my son is doing. Amy also gives my son homework meaning what swimming techniques to work on if we might miss a lesson or two.

Is a good place for family and kids

Everyone is so helpful and friendly.

My son had a great time with all the activities offered. Staff was wonderful and easy to work with!

My kids had a great first experience at the Pioneers Camp. It was well run and the activities were fun. Thanks!

Liz is a great teacher

Excellent coaching staff.

I love the themes they have every week! They put in a play for all grades!! The counselors are top notch and my son looks forward to attending every year!

My kid loves her counselors

Our son is excited to get on the bus everyday and has had an enjoyable summer camp experience

My kids like the variety of activities and I like the hours for working parents.

I would like more communication about which counselors my kids are with and how their day is structured. My older child is a bit more communicative, but I have a younger child there and he is just learning the ropes. I encourage weekly communication via backpack or email that lists who the counselors for the week are, what we need to know for each age group that week, etc.

Also, there has been some discussion at home about the changing room protocol for boys. Kids need to be given more direction.

That being said, we are enjoying our summer and I have referred other families to the camp. But these communication issues consistently come up among new parents.

Having a great experience so far!

Abhi likes the variety

Both of my children are having a great summer! The counselors are all super friendly and engaging with the kids! They are enjoying the clubs (Dungeons and Dragons and Karaoke were a huge hit!). The kids enjoy all the many activities each day and the fun/friendly energy.

Can we please have Dungeons and Dragons again week 5 or 6 with Eric?

The daily ice cream is a fan favorite!

All of the staff is amazing, but a special shout out to: Paul, KiKi, Zach, Johan, Rachel, Eric, Evan, Julian, Sophie, Jamie and Maddie the lifeguard.

Everything. The staff is amazing and my kids love all the activities!

The different outdoor sports that my child is introduced to every summer. She looks forward to it. The counselors are very friendly. Also the swimming is a big plus!

Friendly and helpful really enjoy the classes I’ve taken.

Would love to see water aerobics classes in evening also

Hours of camp. Swimming in outdoor pool. Field trips.

The staff is phenomenal -- from front desk to trainers - all kind, friendly, personable. And likewise almost every member I've met. It's a comfortable environment!