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July 2024 by Doris Flynn-Olevnik
Disappointed in Ithaca YMCA. Was hoping to have some good group exercises but there are few to meet my needs as a very
active older adult with some typical senior health issues. Disappointed there are no gentle yoga stretch classes, nor any chair yoga classes. Stretching exercises are so critical to us as we age. I do like the 9:00 classes with Fae, strength building and aerobic (Y) dance. Have tried other classes that are ok, but do not meet my needs. Have not had opportunity to try the T'ai Chi class or Pilates class. There are many active older adults during morning hours who may benefit from more age related classes, as I have found in other YMCA's. The wellness equipment I have found to be very good, so I do use treadmill with the aerobic plus program. Just offering constructive feedback. I will continue to use the Y, but feel Ithaca is a little shortsighted and maybe could improve on better meeting needs of their senior population, which might even improve the senior membership.
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June 2024 by Brian Park
No bench, no smith machine, only up to 35lb dumbbells, and there are just no machines to workout with. Also, the staffs are super strict and unfriendly. Avoid if possible
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June 2024 by Ariana Lesser
Before the Y would have gotten a 5 star review. My only complaint now is too many exercise machines with not enough seating for people in the community. I come here nearly every day and am always seeing open exercise equipment and exercise rooms. However, since the cardio suite opened the seats downstairs are always full and there's never anywhere to sit. Not everyone that comes to the Y comes for exercise. There are many groups that get together at the Y that use the facility for reasons other than exercise. They should be thought of as well.
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May 2024 by FL LG
HR Manager Gunnar is terrible, unfriendly, rude. What a terrible experience
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January 2024 by Michael Gegg
Update your website we pay $100 a month for membership and tried to work out today your website says it's open. Disappointing.
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January 2024 by Emilia Vanderwerf
A great place that tries to serve lots of different communities within the area, including exercisers, swimmers, swim lessons, free food pantry, afterschool activities for kids, 2 hours of free childcare per day (amazing!) per patron, holiday (ie, Halloween) special activities, and more.
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May 2023 by M
Showers are nasty and not hygenic. There is no janitor to clean the shower or toilet.Also the swimming pool is not clean and it's dirty, people usually urinates in the pool.Not sure how the management actually addresses it.Staff here are pretty fake with their personality.Nick Barlow(Membership director) and Chrissy Thronton retaliate against member, while serving Cornell's interests.
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March 2023 by Ben Braverman
Came here because the Ithaca college pool was closed for a big swim meet. I genuinely enjoyed my time swimming here and preparing for my club team meet this Sunday. It wasn’t crowded which was very nice and was overall very clean. My only complaint is that this pool is quite warm which caused a lot of muscle fatigue making it hard to swim for awhile. But on a good note, coming here was a fantastic backup plan to my normal routine and would do it again
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March 2023 by Grey C
Excellent establishment located in the Finger Lakes, with many programs and opportunities for young kids especially.
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December 2022 by Nevin S
I was just at the Santa 5K Run and the new CEO threatened to have me arrested because she couldnt answer where the $25 dollars goes. Disgusting new CEO. SHAME ON YOU!! DISGUSTING!
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October 2022 by Jesse Infante
The front desk people are super friendly, but the other staff are very unfriendly. And they are very “strict” I went to the weight room in my normal shoes to workout, and some dude came up to me telling me my shoes look to thin and light that I need to wear different shoes. “For my safety” I’ve been to plenty of gyms and never have I heard or experienced something so bazar. If your looking for a nice gym to workout in peace definitely avoid this place and go to a real gym.
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October 2022 by Hieronimuss
very nasty place with people following all the government non humane policies. stay away for your health.
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August 2021 by Sirius Jing
Very welcoming place, their shower floors are not gross and the water pressure is excellent. Has treadmills and weights and the other gym members are very friendly. In my experience, the front desk doesn't like to be interrupted while talking on the phone and may have a curt response (which is reasonable) but I have had no issues with staff.
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May 2021 by Constance Stirling-Engman
I strongly recommend the Ithaca YMCA. As a senior swimmer, I rely on the pool to stay fit. Recently, I wondered if I could improve my swim technique, so I signed up for stroke refinement lessons. After several sessions, I’m thrilled with my improvement. My efficiency and endurance have increased and I enjoy swimming so much more. I discovered that it wasn’t too late for me to learn a better way to swim. The swim instructors are patient and knowledgeable and skilled in breaking down technique into smaller steps. They are supportive and encouraging and seem to enjoy teaching people of all ages.
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May 2021 by JOANIE GROOME
I love the Y! I find everyone to be so incredibly friendly and supportive. The Y offers so many programs and activities for all types of folks. It’s a second home to me and I’m extremely grateful for our Y. I KNOW how hard the staff are working to meet the vast array of needs our community folks have. Let’s Support them!!!
