Like many people in 2020, finding a place to work out safely has been very difficult. I had no idea…read morewhat to do as an extrovert who loves Group Fitness classes, because it helps me get a little bit more energy. That's where my summer Y membership came into place. I ended up utilizing the outdoor spin classes at this location frequently, and cannot say enough good things about Chuck, the fitness instructor. As far as I know, there are a few other outdoor classes, but the spin classes are my jam. I love Chuck's energy, the music, and the fact that I get a super hard ride in once a week. I believe he teaches three classes per week, but the Sunday class is my favorite. So grateful that the YMCA has provided us with a safe way to get our fitness on. Thank you!

By far my favorite YMCA in Durham. While the American Tobacco Campus lacks a swimming pool, steam…read moreroom and sauna, it makes up for it in the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff, cleanliness of the lockers and equipment and it's the least crowded Y I've been to in the area. I most often visit the gym between 9:30-12:00pm, and there is never more then a handful of clients during those hours at this Y. Mostly professionals that work at Tobacco Campus, people are quiet and stick to themselves. Also, note that this location is also only open on weekdays, conducive to professionals! I've never had a Y attendant be more attentive to me, one of the staff asked me if I was doing okay during my workout routine and offered helpful suggestions. Their quality of equipment is on par with the Lakewood facilities but is more updated with the NikeFit application on the treadmills and built in fans (you also have a beautiful waterfall view!). They also have a private bike room (not a glass room like the downtown Y) and a couple private workout classrooms for classes. My only qualms about this Y are that parking can be rough to find and there's a two hour limit on the street and in the deck. In addition, the water pressure in the woman's bathroom is like a deep-tissue massage. It's not bad, but startled me at first and I could see people having an issue with that. Since this location is only open during weekdays and not late, it's definitely more geared towards the local work crowd. Last, the lockers in the woman's room are much smaller then your typical YMCA lockers, so bring a small gym back or just try to shove it all in. I switch off my YMCA's since I work, live and socialize near three different locations, but I was very happy to discover this mostly hidden branch. Be sure to check it out if you're looking for a quiet atmosphere and a place where there will always be open equipment. Also, they've got coffee for you on your way out, how much better can it get?! Elite Note: If you feel like running outdoors, the ATT starts on the other side of the highway and goes for 22 miles!

I really enjoy my workouts at the Lakewood YMCA although I can only recommend going between the…read morehours of 9am-12pm. While the facility is small, the community in the mid-morning is small too and there is a good balance between machines. With group classes, racquet ball courts and the variety of treadmills, elliptical, bikes, an erg and weight equipment, you can get in a great workout without feeling over crowded. The community is a bit older and family centered (lots of mummies!) but I think that's what I enjoy most. The woman's locker room has separated showers (unlike the downtown Y) and a sauna and steam room that I've never seen out of order. With free wifi and friendly staff the only downside of this location is the smallness during "on" hours. I've tried to go a couple times around 5pm and it's been a nightmare. The parking lot holds maybe 20-25 cars so parking can be a nightmare although they do encourage another lot that you ride the bus over from. I can only imagine what the inside might be like during those busy hours although I've never had the chance to check it out but I would imagine that there's a wait time for everything. With a tiny coffee machine and ping-pong in the lobby, there's a great community at this YMCA which makes it feel like a mini home at the gym.

It's a no frills gym, but love the people and location. The employees are hard works and always…read morekind too.

"Tennis club/ pool/ fitness room & classes for faculty, staff, and alumni of Duke"…read more We've been coming here for 5 years now, and definitely like it overall. Best known for its multiple tennis courts, this facility also houses a large pool, a toddler pool, a lap pool, a fitness room, and basketball courts. They also regularly host activities such as an Easter Egg Hunt, Memorial Day fun events, various summer cookouts, "parents' night out" events (where they'll keep your kids occupied while you go elsewhere), etc. My personal usage has been highest for the fitness room, which has treadmills, stairmasters, bikes, and assorted weight machines and free weights. It's not a big facility, but it's convenient (on campus at Duke), rarely crowded, and with low turnover among other users (you see the same people whenever you go). It also now opens at 6am, which makes it convenient to work-out before going to work. They host various fitness/ yoga/ nia classes (I think for a fee), and you can also reserve time with fitness trainer for a fee. For those who prefer to exercise outdoors, the Faculty Club abuts the Al Buehler running trail through the Duke Forest- a beautiful (but hilly!) 2.9 or 3.6 mile loop. You can run the trail then shower and/ or do weights at the Club. The big pool opens for general use in the summer, and sometimes has limited hours, but is still a big hit especially for people who don't have a neighborhood pool and want a clean and safe facility. It's often overrun by kids on hot days or holidays, but in a good way. It has a high-dive board, a regular dive board, and a twisty-slide into the pool. There are also shaded areas for parents to wait for their kids, thank goodness! There's been a lot of recent turnover in the director position, and some have been more responsive than others, but the current director is great- very involved and responsive. A year's family membership is currently $790, and comes with full access to all facilities (though some planned activities cost money). Members can bring guests to the facility for a small fee.

When my pal invited me to swim here recently, she joked that it was one of the nicest places in…read moreNorth Carolina. But after spending an afternoon here, I don't think she's joking! This is a delightful spot to swim in the summer. There are a couple lap pools, diving boards and tons of space for kids to splash around. If you're lucky enough to be able to join, you'll love the lush surroundings and access to AC'd locker rooms. Plus, there are snacks and grills available for use.

A great water aerobics class in an indoor pool. Perfect for cold weather. Nice gym too and free…read morewith Silver Sneakers membership. The pool area is need of a good paint job. Looks a bit shabby but don't let that scare you away from the water aerobics classes.

I've been a customer of Southwinds since 2007 and for the most part very pleased. The owners,…read morephysical therapists, and other employees are friendly and helpful. Prices are very reasonable and they have membership specials twice a year! They keep the gym and front lobby clean. They have a great water aerobics class. The only issues I've had over the years is they tend to not put much resources into maintenance of the building so there are several things of concern I've brought to their attention but nothing has been done. The shower stalls in the ladies locker room have floors that have cracks so rather than replacing them they put rubber mats over them. There is quite a bit of rusty moldy stuff on the ceiling in the pool area. Rain water sometimes leaks though cracks in ceiling next to the skylights of the pool if it rains a lot. I guess you are wondering why I'm still giving 4 stars? I REALLY DO like the business - the building just needs some work.

Great staff, beautiful, functional facility, but just too much of a drive for me. Free access to…read morethe facility through Silver Sneakers is an added plus.

The kiddie pool play structure area (toddler friendly) and pool (3 ft) are wonderful. They provide…read morearm floaties and kickboards to boot. The pools are indoor but they often have the roof partially open so there's shadier areas and other spots in direct sun. Always a lifeguard around and pretty relaxing for parents. The times are a bit limited but overall I've found sign up to be straight forward for the weekends and the play areas at least don't require sign up currently on the weekdays. The fitness classes tend to fill up fast, too, but is included and not at extra cost. I tried the Zumba one and it's meh because the teacher barely interacted with the class. The levels of experience in the room was pretty mixed. I do the punch card and am not a member, so I really only go if it's rainy TBH. However, they do have basic gym equipment so it's worthwhile with the pool access. They currently don't have a family membership so it can be pricey. But it does mean it's not as crowded as I first assumed it would be. So good COVID upkeep and crowd control when I've gone. Hoping they offer more class times or outdoor programs.

Always a fun place to frequent during the summertime. But know they chill the lap lane pool for…read moreswim team and it's COLD! It does feel good on these hot days. Nothing like sunshine and water outdoors. They have a lot of kids enjoying the summer camp this time of year and many life guards on duty. This is fun poo

In the summer, this is my favorite spot to swim. This location has a great cooling/heating system,…read moreso the water is refreshingly cool on hot days and warm on cooler days. As with all YMCA locations during Covid times, you need to sign up for a lane if you're lap swimming. Numbers are capped for virus capacity for the family area, so be mindful on weekends.

Okay, everything about this place was incredible. I was truly blown away…read more First of all, it's super clean. We came here at a 3pm on a Monday afternoon and there was maybe one or two other guests playing there. It was a quiet start. Even with the uptick in guests later on, the employees were consistently cleaning up after the children and putting toys back to where they had originally been. It's $12 per kid with adult and $4 per additional adult guest. They don't currently offer membership options but they do have discounted Open Play package plans available: 4 play sessions for $44, 8 play sessions for $84, or 16 sessions for $156. They are designed for children aged 6 months up to 6 years. I absolutely loved the music they played which can best be described as low-fi and chill vibes all around. Just as an example, El Michels Affair- C.R.E.A.M. I can honestly say that this is the first time I've heard music sampling Wu-Tang at a kids play place but I ain't mad about it. There are classes on Mondays and Fridays for the "older kids" aged 3-6. The room looked super cool. They start off with a circle time style stories and songs then move off to the (baby) gated area with multiple sensory play experiences set up on tables. They've got a "calm room" complete with sensory sequined pillow and other touch opportunities, puzzles, books, glitter tubes, and noice cancelling headphones for kids feeling overwhelmed or needing to decompress. There is a variety of robots/toy cars/bugs on shelves on the left hand wall for kids to play with in the quiet (calm) room. The 2 bugs are the only ones that are not remote control operated and can be played with in the main play area. Ask an employee for help and they will unlock the cabinet and provide you with the remote control and instructions for how to operate these toys. They've got wi-fi, classes, so much fun stuff everywhere, and a food and drink area that offers kid snacks for purchase as well as complimentary coffee and tea for the adults! Amazing. Everything about the Wonder Lab is so thoughtfully designed. It is such a cozy and fun and welcoming place and you can really see and feel the effort put into the play space. All the spaces are utilized so well and with varying themes throughout (outer space, arctic felt wall, etc). I could go on and on. I love the Wonder Lab!!!

We came here for open play during the heat wave for our two year old to work out some energy. We…read morewere impressed with how clean the space was and how many toys and activities were available. The price is very reasonable and complementary coffee and tea is provided for the adults. We especially love the low stimulating environment and the fact that the space is for kids five and under so we aren't constantly having to watch out for other kids running into ours. We had so much fun and will definitely be back again!

warning: only use this service if you want unreliable, undependable, and unavalable childcare to…read moreensure your most precious thing in your life is left standing at unopened doors when you have paid several weeks in advance for services they cannot render!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! if no stars were available that is what i would rate this place. as i have to at least provide one to make a review, i am doing the minimum possible to ensure other families are not in the same conundrum that i am in at this time. i sent this to management today, 6/26/26, 9:40am via email given there is absolutely no alternatives to contact anyone when you arrive and they are not there: i request to be contacted by management immediately. this is unacceptable, completely unprofessional, and cannot be. i have had so much respect for the mission and vision of this operation since my son was born in 2019. knowing that we are trusting our children - our priceless treasures with you all, has been supreme in choosing to continually book services. that trust has been 100%, irrevocably broken. this is the third time since camp started last week that staff has been late. this is the first and the last time, however that no staff was present to receive my child at 8am or the other children and parents standing along the sidewalk. at 8:20 no phone response. no emails. no phone calls. absolutely nothing on facebook or instagram or the website. no sign. no update. nothing! no phone response. no alternatives for contact but the phone number on the door at the front desk where no one is! i arrived, as usual at 7:45, waited and continued to wait for opening. i come from pittsboro to chapel hill to cary everyday!!!!! at 8:24 i left and families were still waiting and i refused to continue this debaucle. i paid several full weeks in full and in advance to ensure my child would have the best care and the best summer experience while i am not available. i am, now, forced to pay double somewhere else safe for today that i trust to make it to work over an hour late! i backtracked! i lost time and gas and all respect for this place. i have just lost all probability to continue in a new position at work given this occurences at the start of a new job. i request full refund for time not used, including today. i am furious and disgusted that i trusted you all to make good on your services. i will never use, recommend, or do business with this organization again. i am not a person that posts like this, but this is absolutely essential for any parent considering this childcare option, camp, or service. do not do it!

Over $100 a day at 5 days a week is overpriced, especially for a daycare that lacks…read moreprofessionalism. This place is disorganized, the staff is non chalant, and their prices change based on who's paying. I paid less for 12 hrs then I paid for 8 hrs. I asked the staff 3-4 times is this all of my sons belongings they assured me it was, only to get home and find out his 2 toys he bought along with him were missing, also his shoes were missing. Staff said it fell out his book bag. The staff did not care that I had to fight thru rush hour traffic after working a 16 hr shift just to double back for my son's belongings. Do better, people work too hard to have their belongings go missing. (His mom drops him off and I pick him up, idk what he arrives at the daycare with.)