I generally like to support local, small business. Mom and pop shops etc. I know the Y is national chain, but i really like what the do for the community here.
I signed up a while back for the gym and pool, which are great. The pool is nice. The gym is massive, and has a ton of different equipment. i try not to go during peak hours because there is no way i am going to get one of the cardio machines without waiting, and i don't want to do that. I want to get in, work out, and get out. So i go during off hours, and I love it. i think they also have a personal trainer service, but i haven't investigated that yet.
What i do like is seeing how this place really reaches out to the community, there is always some after school program for kids of all ages, or different activity for community children, and i think that these are so important to keeping community going, helping out and helping families.
The prices here are competitive for a good gym, and it makes me feel good to know that my money is going to a business that reaches out. read more