Update - I mentioned the Y leadership was open to my suggestions. Their current campaign is 'What…read moreMoves You?' I suggested a 'What Moved You' campaign. I am interested in learning What Moved You at the YMCA? Maybe it was your first time jumping into the pool. Maybe it was a coach who saw your potential. Maybe it was camp, a fitness class, a mentor, or a community that made you feel like you belonged. Southdale YMCA is more than a place--it's a collection of moments that shape who we become. - A lesson learned. - A friendship formed. - A confidence gained. - A life changed. Today, we're inviting you to share your story. What moved you at the Southdale YMCA? Drop your memory in the comments and help us celebrate the moments that continue to inspire generations. Southdale Y - Community built here. Lives changed forever.

The Y has not recovered from Covid. I finally gave up on asking for machines in working order,…read moreusable software and if I have a problem, it should be resolved without too much effort. On a recent Saturday I realized the Southdale Y had not recovered from Covid, it was time to end a 20+ year relationship Of the treadmills, 2 were of 20 were tagged as needed repairs and two others should have been out. The software change from last summer is missing functionality that had been there prior, not kinks functionality, it just doesn't work Multiple request for assistance get different answers, I think my count was at 4 when I realized this was not worth it. Talk to a trainer, talk to the help desk, not our problem, send an email to this address. I found it was time of a change and the Southdale Y didn't seem willing to. Not worth the cost, spend more for Lifetime or less at the multiple alternatives.

Lifetime Fitness in Edina is a state of the art gym and lifestyle establishment…read more It truly has everything you need: hundreds of cardio machines, weight machines, free weights, stretching areas, recovery area, fitness studios, group classes, kids academy (daycare while you workout), indoor pools, indoor hot tubs, steam room, saunas, showers, sushi restaurant, grab and go cafe, salon, and lounges with couches and tables to get some work done. Most impressive of all: the rooftop pools, bar and restaurant. It's truly one of the highlights of the city in my mind. Relax in one of the hundreds of lawn chairs, or grab lunch with a friend in the table area. Enjoy poolside service right at your lawn chair or even directly from the pool. Everything at the whole gym is kept impeccably clean and up to date. I recommend Lifetime Edina wholeheartedly.

Lifetime Fitness (Southdale) Review I like the bar at…read moreLifetime Fitness Southdale--interesting people come here. Since many people who focus on their bodies don't drink, I was curious about their "one drink at a time" rule. Turns out, there's an exception--if you order a chaser, you can have 8 oz of beer instead of a full 16 oz pint... for the same price. When I arrived, I ordered: * A glass of tepid water * A Jameson whiskey * A Guinness The bartender, who I know was hired with no prior experience and little training, served me a full pint of Guinness and then left for several minutes to handle something at the register. Meanwhile, I was getting thirsty. Beer doesn't quench thirst, so with a dry mouth, barely able to form words, I asked again for my water. She kindly brought it over. After I finally wetted my whistle, I asked about my Jameson. She told me I couldn't have it because I already had one drink. I asked if they served boilermakers. She said no. I asked if I could get a chaser with my shot. She said sure. Then she took my full Guinness, poured 8 oz into a glass, and dumped the rest down the drain. I tried to stop her, saying she should drink it herself or that I'd buy another chaser since my friend was joining me. But nope--she dumped it anyway. Now, onto my actual reason for coming to Lifetime in the first place--I was meeting a friend. When I checked in, I informed the man at the front desk that my friend would be coming to meet me and that she is autistic, so they should watch out for her when she arrived. He agreed. Yet when she showed up, she was told she couldn't come in because it was members only. Fair enough. But the real issue? She felt scared and uncomfortable because of their loud, stern voices. If I let them know in advance that she was coming and even gave them a heads-up about her needs, you'd think they'd handle the situation a little more professionally instead of making her feel unwelcome and anxious. So, here's my verdict: * If you're picky about service or don't like paying extra for chasers, you might want to avoid the bar. * If you're looking for good sushi, the salmon sashimi is well-priced and hits the spot. * If you're expecting considerate customer service, don't count on it. For a high-end gym that prides itself on service, this visit was disappointing.

Not a bad gym at all for your daily workouts; has most of the essentials a person needs. However, I…read morecan't say much for the hygiene part... not cleaning/wiping down after using the equipment appears to be a normalized culture here (even planet fitness cleans up). The best thing about this gym is the staff--very friendly and welcoming. Can't say much about the classes, pool, sauna, ordering drinks, and the basketball courts.. maybe those will improve my view of this gym.

personal trainer ghosted me and company said no reimbursement. cancelling ASAP…read morecustomer service horrible

Can I give a review just for Fede? Fede is the best teacher ever! I love how he smiles when he…read moredances. He gets the crowd excited and makes working out feel like you're dancing on a cruise ship. If you go here, take Fede's classes they are by far the best thing this club has to offer. Please keep in mind this review is for Fede and not for the club itself. Thank you!

Will not recommend it at all the staff is rude. I tried to add my mom as a secondary person in my…read moreaccount. They told me it's gonna be just $15. No they open her a completely new account without my permission while they told me it was gonna be just 15 $ no 39$ and I opened my account May 29 by June 13 I was charged over $200 for less than a month,I went one time .when I spoke with the personal they refused to help me they were really rude. Nobody explained to me nothing while I wasted over 200$ really the worst experience ever .

Um, wow! This Y is like a high end gym, but instead your money goes to a great non-profit! I felt…read morelike I was walking through a spa in some parts haha. I've only been to the Uptown Y before, but am so glad I checked this location out! PARKING: They have a private lot and it's $1 (I believe for the first hour, and then $1 each hour after), which is nice to have downtown! Entrance is by buzzer only. AMENITIES: Similar to other Y locations in Minne, you'll find a pool, sauna, hot tub, two weights areas, a few rooms for group fitness classes, a basketball court, and more here. OFFERINGS: They offer private training (3 free sessions when you sign up), group fitness classes, swim workout classes, massage and more here. They even have a childcare area! ATMOSPHERE: I loved the vibe here! Peaceful music playing, not crowded at all (I did go at 4pm so probably best the evening rush), extremely nice updated bathrooms (with all-gender option), and well cared for equipment and amenities. PRICE: I joined in January for $0 joiner fee and $66/month for the year - competitive with other gyms in the area with similar amenities, and your money goes to a non-profit with a great cause! Highly recommend this location!

I have been working out here for about 20 years and it has been upgraded constantly…read more This is a really nice workout facility for anyone living or working in downtown. They have a pool that is always open for lap swimming, hot tub and sauna. They have lots of cardio equipment and free weights. They also have olympic lifting gear including bumper plates. The trainers are top notch. I have taken Olympic weight lifting and boot camp at this location and have always had a blast. The inner courtyard makes for a great area to do incline or decline sprints or body weight workouts. This is my go to gym when I am in Minneapolis. The best part is they are a non profit and put all the money you pay into community development with an emphasis on empowering women and girls. What is not to love!

A Pool Day delivered an exceptional experience from start to finish. From the very first meeting,…read moreit was clear they genuinely care about their work and are passionate about providing top‑tier service in a competitive market. Their guidance helped us choose a fiberglass pool, and after doing extensive research on the manufacturer in Quebec, Canada, we felt confident in the quality of the shell they use--especially compared to many other installers who source from southern U.S. manufacturers. It also carries a lifetime warranty and can pass this along to the next homeowner if we ever decide to move. Communication throughout the entire process was outstanding. They always took the time to sit down with us, answer every question, and clarify anything we were unsure about. The install crew was meticulous, professional, and clearly took pride in their work. They stuck to their schedule, and whenever something changed, they proactively updated us so we could adjust our plans. The electrical crew was equally impressive--so much so that we plan to use them for future projects. The landscaping and irrigation teams also did a great job, following up after the fence and sod were completed to make sure everything was dialed in perfectly. It meant a lot to have Chad and Zack stop by several times during the project to ensure everything was meeting our expectations and to take care of any remaining checklist items. Their involvement showed a level of commitment you don't often see. If I had one suggestion for improvement, it would be to provide manuals and pool information up front and offer a starter kit with chemicals and cleaning essentials--maybe even include it as part of a "package price." Despite Minnesota's unpredictable weather, our pool was installed in just under four weeks, and my family has been enjoying being able to cool off with the hot weather we've had as of late! We are looking forward to hosting many parties with friends and family moving forward. I highly recommend A Pool Day to anyone considering a pool installation. Their professionalism, craftsmanship, and customer care set them apart, and we're thrilled with the final result.

Buyer Beware: Our Experience with A Pool Day in Maplewood, Minnesota…read more We are sharing our personal homeowner experience with A Pool Day in Maplewood, Minnesota, so other potential pool buyers can make an informed decision before spending a significant amount of money. We hired A Pool Day based on their representations that they performed quality work and stood behind their product. In late 2022, we paid A Pool Day over $100,000 for an inground pool. Unfortunately, within months of installation, we began experiencing serious problems. In Spring 2023, an area near the swim out in the deep end caved in under the liner. When we contacted Chad Christner with A Pool Day, his response was essentially, "Well, you don't have to have this repaired." Since the area had caved in, of course we requested that it be repaired. The repair required A Pool Day to remove a significant amount of water, pull back the liner in that area, fill in the dirt, and repair the vermiculite. It is important to note that A Pool Day was also the company responsible for opening and closing our pool from Fall 2022 through Fall 2025. By early 2026, after only a few seasons of use, our pool failed and became completely unusable. When Chad Christner came out to look at the damage, he appeared to place blame on the paver company, even though the pool failure has nothing to do with our paver patio. He also stated that they experience approximately 4-5 pool failures per season. For a company that has only been in business since around 2020, that statement was very concerning to us. After repeated attempts to get answers and a path forward, we did not receive the timely follow-through we expected. On April 15, we sent A Pool Day an email expressing our frustration, including the fact that Chad had previously told us information would be provided by a certain date, but there was again no follow-up. We were also very troubled by a comment Chad made while standing in our garage, implying that because he believed we had a "nice house," we should simply be able to pay for the repairs ourselves. He had no knowledge of our finances or personal circumstances. In our opinion, that comment was unprofessional, offensive, and completely inappropriate. At this point, we decided not to move forward with A Pool Day due to our concerns about the quality of the work, lack of responsiveness, and overall handling of the situation. We hired an experienced leak detection company that has been in business for over 30 years, along with another pool company recommended by a realtor who sells multi-million-dollar homes in the area. We can also share the much higher quote we received from A Pool Day compared to the seasoned professionals we are now using. We paid for what we believed would be a quality pool and professional service. Instead, after only a few seasons, we were left with a failed, unusable pool, and no meaningful resolution from the company that installed and serviced it. In today's market, homeowners have many choices. Based on our personal experience, we would strongly caution others to think carefully before choosing A Pool Day for an inground pool installation or any other service they offer.