Schlessman Family YMCA

Just recently popped in for a visit and was very very pleased with everything. I was very impressed with all of the options that are available at this club and will definitely be a front runner on my quest to find the perfect gym. Whilst working out, I was struggling with properly loading weight (never been to a club before) and a trainer, Alex came by and was very happy to assist me and answer any questions I presented. Overall I am extremely impressed with everything this place has to offer! Can't wait to return!!

We are blessed by the presence of a dynamic duo! Ryan and Juli are shining stars in a YMCA indoor cycling roster that has long been replete with excellent instructors. Lucky for us they take time from their endeavors in the helping professions (Ryan's a Special Needs high school teacher; Juli's a psychotherapist in private practice) to teach evening indoor cycling classes. (Juli also teaches Pilates).nParallels abound. Both teachers exhibit extraordinary levels of fitness but do so with the grace that inspires. Both are subtly vigilant--attending to the needs and well-being of their students via timely reminders of posture points and frequent, light-hearted challenges to work harder.nAbsent parental constructs and even the slightest whiff of superiority, this peer-to-peer experience, (which Juli and Ryan each evoke with their own inimitable styles) fosters a tribal experience for that hour.nBut what really sets these two apart from other instructors--and drives me to prioritize getting to a bike in their classes as often as possible--is their music.nRyan's mix is eclectic and fresh--and challenging!--especially if you are accustomed to working out to the comfort and predictability of mainstream A-B-A pop beats. First couple of classes I found myself wishing for the songs to end so I could catch my breath. Then one day the genius of Ryan's approach hit me. Every first Monday Ryan starts class 30 minutes early and screens a concert video. On that day he takes a bike on the floor with the students. First time I experienced this Ryan happened to be on a bike right next to me. As usual, the unfamiliarity of the songs disabled my egoic mind by making it impossible to use durational expectancies as my internal driver of how hard I should be working!nAll that was left was to try to match Ryan's output by gear and pace. (Even THAT was easy since I could see him in my peripheral vision). No need for mimicry. No need for internal resistance. No place for longing for a break. Just trust him and push!nnJuli does this whole other thing. Indoor cycling is the first group exercise I have ever done. I'm a sole proprietor and when I first started indoor cycling I reported to friends how good it was to have someone else tell me what to do for that hour.nI won't pretend to understand how or even what Juli does. What is abundantly clear is that she pours her heart and her soul into her mix. I've had the good fortune to attend many of her classes and I've never heard her repeat a mix.nLike Ryan, Juli leaves the lights off in the studio and since it is an evening class, we cycle to her beats in ambient light from the parking lot. I long ago surrendered any attempt to understand the relationship between Juli's beats and the various jumps and runs and climbs she calls out. I'd much rather fall out of my head as soon as possible...nand fall into that feral, linked consciousness that Juli generates for that hour every Wednesday!nnAt the YMCA!nWho knew?!

They canceled their respite program with no communication to the families of those with disabilities. The family coordinator has not responded to any communication for the last 9 months. It's like she just doesn't respond to people. There is no longer any disability programming and it's like they just don't care. Most of the staff is pretty rude, except for the former respite staff, who were wonderful. Too expensive for the attitude and lack of programming. Avoid the ableists who work here if you have any disability and save your money. They literally don't care.

I hesitate to leave such a poor review, but I think it's warranted. On and off for the last 2 years, I went from really liking this place to really hating it. Primarily, the problem here is management: There doesn't seem to be any.nnFront desk staff is generally cordial, but could never be described as helpful or even friendly. You're just as likely to get an angry stare as you are a smile, particularly from the older staff members.nnThe facilities cater to senior citizens, to the point of absurdity. The gymnasium is full of classes and events for seniors, and it's nearly impossible to drop in and shoot hoops. Yet, for reasons that escape me, the dance studio is largely unused.nnThe pool has a fun kids area that COULD be great for families, but the water effects are never turned on. You have to make a special request - to which you get a dirty look - and then precisely 30 minutes of fun before the water effects have to be turned back off.nnSpeaking of the pool, the staff is grumpy and disengaged. Lifeguards look as if they're rather be anywhere else. The team in charge of the lessons is completely and totally overwhelmed by the responsibility - I showed up for lessons at the scheduled time, only to learn the lessons had been cancelled weeks ago, and no record of my registration (fortunately, I have a copy, so maybe I'll get a refund).nnI don't know anything about managing a rec center, but I know that I've consistently had bad experiences at this particular rec center over the last 12 months. I've also noted a considerable amount of staff turnover. To me, this all smacks of a management problem.nnBut whatever the cause, I recommend anyone under the age of 50 avoid this YMCA. It's not for you.

This YMCA is an excellent community resource. There's so many activities for every age group it's amazing. The staff here is very friendly and fun. They will do anything to help make our visits more enjoyable. Come and see for yourself what a great place this is to get a warm welcome and a great workout.