The lack of communication around a child ringing a
The camp leader sends a ridiculous number of emails, often repeating the same things. I assume, like me, much of the audience consists of people who work all day, 5 days a week. I don't have time to read all that. I can't even tell what changes when I get multiple "week whatever' emails.
One of their main activities is swimming. Half of the pool has some sizable slides that many of the kids would probably like to slide down. Well, if your child doesn't swim well enough, they have to be on what my 6 year old describes as a "kid section" while the other part of the class get to use the slide, right in front of them. That's a nice format. Then, she gets to test every week to see if she qualifies for the slides. If not, bummer - no slide. Maybe this was documented somewhere and I missed it. My kid goes to the Y at other schools. We had no idea this was a thing here when we signed up.
Two weeks in, she switched class. She said it's because she was older. She didn't have a birthday. She was just, I guess, 3 days older. So, forget the friends she made. Now she starts over. For some kids it's hard to make friends. This isn't a good way to help them be comfortable with a new place.
They ask for sunscreen but won't help apply it. She can't do it herself? Too bad. And, RIP back and shoulder skin.
They get Jeremiah's icy ever week and she rarely gets the flavor she asked for. We pay $5/week for that.
Listen, the place is fine. She comes home relatively happy though often times says she doesn't like it but can't really say why. She does have friends and seems to have a decent time. Would I recommend the place? Maybe with a disclaimer about what I've stated above. I will say we really like Miss Kiki. She's awesome and a pleasure to talk to in the morning.
Great staff and volunteers Always make you feel welcomed. Always clean and well organized. Great schedule.
The facility and staff are wonderful
I have recommended it to friends and I like it well enough that I have joined the Y in VA as well.
Great instructors, especially the one who lead body pump 7/1/26 !
I was very hesitant to go the YMCA in Palm Harbor 2 weeks ago. I am sure glad I did! From the first day I have felt like I belong there. The staff is so laid back, friendly and welcoming. It has been five years since I’ve really gone out and done anything so this was a big step. I know I have somewhere to go and start moving again. I am starting with the silver sneakers classes and some of the weight machines and it feels so good. Why because the atmosphere and people there are awesome.
Water Aerobics instructor are amazing
Friendly atmosphere
Parking was readily available and there was ample room on the pool deck for everyone.
Our son loves swimming daily-- has made so much improvement on this, met so many new friends and is excited to go to camp
My daughter has come for 2 years now while lis is very nice with the daily /weekly update it’s an auto message that does not provide new information except a dress up theme and ice flavors . Which is nice to get an update on one hand but it’s nothing I didn’t read previously. And this year there seems to be less staff less structure and more incident forms
Well managed, beautiful environment, great classes, nice equipment
Hours are very convenient. Close to home. Lots of activities for my camper to do.
At first our special needs child had a rough first day, the week following took some adjusting but because of the camp director we feel really grateful to have a fun camp for both our children to attend. We are so grateful for Lis Auker the Camp Director. Also, the support staff is so kind. Ray specifically helps my son with special needs throughout the day & I am so grateful to the staff for their efforts that helps both my children make wonderful memories at camp. Lis goes above & beyond to help the families & make camp fun for the children. She communicates multiple times a day via email with updates on camp activities & we so appreciate that! This year is our first year enrolling our children for camp & we are so happy with the program we hope to enroll next summer too. We have already referred our neighbors.
Piper was very nervous on her first day and now is excited to go to camp. This Ymca does a fabulous job being inclusive while having so much fun. Very thankful for the staff here.
Lack of variety of classes, Barre, Tabatha, Core Body Balance only offered once per week. Not a lot of cardio options if you don’t like cycling and Body Combat (where I sustained a serious knee injury and therefore won’t participate further). I prefer group classes but find options are not great
I swim in the competition pool twice a week. Despite the 'swim etiquette' sign, many swimmers insist on a lane to themselves and expect swimmers to sit by the side of the pool and wait for an empty lane. I feel uncomfortable and unwelcome when I feel I have to beg for a lane. I realize the lifeguards do not wish to be involved, but there needs to be a better system.
Unfortunately, this was the most expensive and least favorite sport season we were a part off. No organization when it came to practices. The teenagers, aside from one, that were there helping with the development of the teams as well as keeping score were more concerned about their phones and socializing than actually doing something productive with the children. Their presence was useless. There was no actual coach for either of the teams
I want a place to swim, easier access old and hard getting in and out of pools and clean up the single restrooms, put up a shower
curtain, and hook to hang bag and towell
Slippery in there.
Clean and nice environment
Greatest YMCA ever! I've gone to YMCA's across different states and counties amd I've never felt so at home as with this one. Everything flows and is very inviting.
I have utilized the Y to maintain a physical condition and the medical results have been validated positively! 👍👏🫶🤗
I am an asthmatic type 1 diabetic...and old. I joined the Y several months ago and the deep water exercise program has helped improve my energy level plus doing it with other people makes it a social event as well. I have joined the book club which has the potential to help my mental acuity I brought several boxes of cereal for your food drive which made me feel part of the solution rather than just bemoaning the state of our society. The Y has given me a lot...thank you.
The Y is an American institution that should be supported forever. I have told everyone we know about the YMCA which offers folks so many different things to do .