Oak Square YMCA

Went here very recently to see what type of facility it was as it relates to overall suitability for training. The young college-age gentleman at the front desk did not acknowledge me due to his face being glued to his iPhone. I waited about 30 seconds before I asked him for some assistance. He was helpful and courteous. This facility is very well equipped. It has a nice lap pool, basketball courts and plenty of free weights and cardio equipment for everyone to enjoy! The locker room is large and has plenty of space for the guys to put their belongings. The only issue that I had was that the upstairs cardio area was very, very warm and it smelled like sweat. It was disgusting. If anyone was carrying a virus or bacterium, it is likely that many people would have been exposed to any virulent spores. That is not a situation that anyone would want to be in. I don't know if management will read this but, if they do, I hope they turn the thermostat down to 60° Fahrenheit at least 8 hours PRIOR to the peak times so that the cardio area is not so hot and humid when it gets crowded. On another note: management should be vigilant about older men who wear entirely inappropriate shorts and tank tops during their workout. I noticed an older gentleman (same guy) working out on the machines and sweating profusely. He failed to wipe down two machines that I saw him working out on! It was repulsive. Indeed, people must have respect for those who want to use the machines after them, so it is good manners and good hygiene to wipe down the machines after each use. I have a couple of day passes that I and my partner will use this week. Maybe I will ask the management team about the possibility of lowering the thermostat to 60° Fahrenheit 8 hours PRIOR to the cardio area becoming busy. If they are able to do that, then, I and my family will join. The YMCA is, overall, a fabulous place to train both for individuals as well as families. Thank you very much. 😊😊😊

Fantastic selection of activities tailored for kids. Our children picked up foundational swimming skills at the Y, thanks to the warm and professional instructors. After relocating to a different city, my kids often reminisced and inquired about returning to their swimming sessions at the Y. A big thank you to Oak Square Y for such a memorable experience!