The Forest Lake YMCA is a very well taken care of facility that is kept clean and well-maintained. The staff are always friendly and super nice. The facilities are top notch and include a great gym, fitness center, and swimming pool area. The aquatics area features an indoor lap pool, a whirlpool and sauna, a kids' section with a water slide and lazy river, and an outdoor splash deck and splash pad. The gym has a good variety and quantity of equipment, including free weights and cardio machines, and a track. Amenities include male, female, and family locker rooms, with the family locker room offering individual shower rooms, and a free child care center. The YMCA offers free weekly group exercise classes that are fun, along with personal training and swim lessons. The personal training program can yield positive results, with guidance on exercise programs and nutrition. The daytime crowd is extremely casual, open, and fun to be around. However, evenings in the weight area can get busy with teenagers who sometimes loiter around equipment, leave weights out, and can be a distraction. Staff do keep a good eye on the area. While the monthly membership fee is a little steep, the facility provides great fitness and community-building programs. Overall, it is a clean, friendly, and family-friendly gym with excellent customer service.
Dawn at the front desk is amazing! Very friendly and helpful.
May 2026
We only checked out a room to rent for our event. We're going to love it. The place is clean and the staff at the desk were incredibly kind and helpful
May 2026
Friendly welcoming staff. Huge hot tub. Very clean ocher room- was being zterilized when we arrived. Plenty of swim lanes on a Saturday afternoon.
