Member Testimonials
Staff is wonderful - so kind and supportive of our kids!
Shan or Davy are usually at the desk when I arrive. Both are super kind, helpful, welcoming. I liked being part of the table tennis group and now occasionally play with other women. I like how well the weight machines are kept up and running well. Thanks to everyone.
The staff
Free weights
Hours
Access to other YMCAs in the US. This branch is close to my house and relatively well kept. Equipment is clean and when something is broken, it gets fixed pretty quickly. The locker room could stand for an update. I don’t attend classes so I can’t comment on that.
yoga, sauna, steam, rowing, weight machines and the people are really nice
Lakewood Y is great! You do need a shoulder press, however, to complete the upper-body equipment. But I have always enjoyed the facility, although I missed the ping-pong table in the lobby. I never played, of course, but I was always glad to see the action! Best, Name removed
Decent parking, friendly staff, has what I need (except a hot tub)
The numerous yoga classes that are high quality!
The Y is large, clean, with excellent classes and instructors. The front desk personnel are very nice and welcoming.
Durham Ymca is my favorite place to go in Durham. It's a grea tcomplement to dpac. And restaurants such as Cosmic Cantina.
Everyone is so friendly
Large well-equipped wellness floor. Friendly helpful staff. Great classes. I'm a big fan of Amy Rossi's Barre class and Ellie T.'s Lean and Sculpt.
Good atmosphere, clean and spacious locker room, good gym equipment.
Great facilities. Enjoyed my workout. Would like some more variety in classes offered.
Everything!
Operational hours and great overall environment
Everything
I enjoy the equipment and friendly atmosphere.
The community.
Not overcrowded.
Well functioning steam and sauna rooms.
Location, equipment, staff, music playlist, atmosphere (kids playing pingpong), strength traing classes. Like the downtown Y, the staff & membership is diverse, inclusive, & friendly.
Lakewood's Wednesday kickboxing class with Anthony is the highlight of my week! The front desk staff are always friendly, helpful and kind. I'm glad Lakewood is my home Y! More classes on weekdays between 4-6 would be awesome.
Well, the men's locker room is pretty stinky, but y'all know that. Otherwise, the lakewood Y is just about perfect. I'm sure exercise bands break or disappear, but it always feels like there is a shortage and you have to hunt them down -- would love to see more. I also get annoyed with people camping out on the machines but hey what are you gonna do. Otherwise I think it's great. I love the guys playing ping pong every day -- feels like a real community gathering, and the patrons are 100% awesome.
The staff and many of the members
Clear communication. Great, supportive coaches.
It has a large exercise area and group fitness room. The locker rooms have good showers plus the steam room and dry sauna. I like the friendly atmosphere and quality of the instructors. The facilities can accommodate a wide range of activities and level of activity needed
It has all the equipment I need and is much less crowded than downtown.
I like the small size, the very friendly staff, how I often see familiar faces, and the fact that it's right in my neighborhood!
Classes offered at convenient times and taught by great, skilled, friendly teachers---Ellie Tolle, Brook Harrington, Sam, Jessica, Anthony.
The size is just right--not too big and not too small. The weight lifting area is rarely crowded.
We call it the "Mom's Y" for a reason! The locker room is *luxurious* and the vibes are excellent. The downtown Y is my main spot, but when I need some good steam room / sauna time, I happily make the trek over to Lakewood.
I love and my child loves Ms.E. I love the hours because it allows me to work and afford life.