Member Testimonials
A place where I can go and experience a peaceful atmosphere while working out
The staff is amazing
Love it
Good pool.
Most staff at desk pleasant.
Some are either shy or lack training in greeting members.
Water Arobics Classes
Workouts ; Gym
Hours
Problem: Parking; too little
Too little children activities
I love getting to swim every day!
a kids bathroom
I love this gym!
I do not like how poorly the members treat the facility, however. It's the only frustration.
I like how friendly everyone is at the YMCA.
The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable and helpful.
I totally enjoy the water aerobic class, the two pools, and the women large locker room.
Ladies at the front deck are so friendly and knowledgeable. Tonnie Markham (aquatic teacher) is awesome.
The classes.
I always know I have a place to play basketball and the staff is welcoming and friendly.
I mostly take classes in the big basketball gym which provides lots of space
Close to home, plenty of equipment, not too crowded.
Friendships
I looove how conveniently located the Downtown Durham location is for me. The staff are also always so nice and helpful to me.
The neighborhood feeling of friendliness and having a place to interact for healthy reasons.
Bright, clean, easy parking
Friendly staff, education available.
The wide variety of equipment. The friendly workers.
I love the spinning and strength classes.
Staffs are friendly and helpful
Even though I am not (and will never be) much of a gym rat, I always feel comfortable and welcome at the downtown Durham Y.
The staff is very friendly and the location is accessible!
The indoor pool is great for quick weekday trips with the kids.
I value being a member of the Downtown Durham Y. It is my home Y. Expanded hours on the weekend (especially for the pool) would be nice. As revisions are planned for the Y, increasing the number of lap swimming lanes and adding racquetball courts would be valuable. Otherwise, I think its a great facility.
I like that there’s an indoor track to walk around during inclined conditions. Friendly greeting from staff.
Really enjoy all the positive people
It has all the equipment I need, and I just like the vibe—friendly staff, and it feels like one of the last places downtown where you can feel the soul of Durham.
I’m have been a member for years and years! I get more physically relief for pains and pain management! My overall health wellness and spiritual wellness is due to being active! It’s a great place to meet strong positive people
Easy to get to, has all the equipment I need. Physical building does need a bit of renovation if not going to be torn down and replaced (which I know it’s the medium term plan)