New Bedford YMCA — Attraction in New Bedford

Terrible swim culture at this Y. I showed up to the pool at 6:45 to swim and was flat out told by other swimmers that they would not split a lane with me. On the lap times printout they hand out and their website it says that swimmers are supposed to be 3 to a lane if there aren’t enough lanes. I feel that it is misrepresentation to have this policy on the Y’s marketing materials and not enforce it because it severely limits the capacity of the pool for lap swimming. There are only 4 lanes open in the morning. For only 8 people to swim laps at a time is completely ridiculous in a gym this size.

I spoke to a friend who is also a member who has had the same issue of people refusing to split lanes. The lifeguard just sits there and does not intervene.

I joined this gym to use the pool. If I can’t use the pool, there are plenty of less expensive gyms in the area where I can go. I don’t wake up at 6:00 to get to the gym and watch other people exercise. You need to do something to address your terrible swim culture here because this is not something I have experienced at other Ys and gyms where...

Great place to do cardio. But if you’re serious about bodybuilding then skip this one. Everything is too close, I was trying to do leg extensions and had to stop mid set to let people pass by, the fluorescent lighting kills your mood. Feels like being inside a school basement. The pool is nice and the classes are cool if you’re into it. Honestly the staff is really really good and look Ike they enjoy working there and everyone in the gym is cool. But if you’re the kinda of person who wants to absolutely kill your workout the vibe just...

Had an amazing experience here with Gail , Jake and Robin!! They were helpful and understanding through my whole process of starting a membership here. They have very good employees working here that give you the upmost respect. Happy to be going to a place I feel welcomed and greeted every time I walk through the door . Thank you for making my experience signing...