Blue Hill YMCA, Lawrence Center — Local services in Blue Hill

Great Facility overall. However, their COVID protocols are not consistent, and seem to change depending on the staff member you happen to be speaking to. When I was asked to cease using a treadmill because the member next to me was unmasked, I was told by a staff member that masks “are required, not mandatory,” and since that member was there before me, the onus fell to me to protect her. She was NOT asked to put her mask on, and I was forbidden to use the treadmill next to her. I had to wait for a treadmill to open up away from the unmasked user, despite the sign on the door that said “masks are required.” I spoke with the Director and was assured that he would follow-up with the staff to make sure they are all aware of the mask policy. The following day when I arrived at the gym, there were several people using the treadmills who were not wearing masks, and I was inconvenienced one again by their inconsistent policy. There seems to be too many loopholes and exceptions made. Needless to say, I no longer feel safe and will not be using this gym until the...

It's a great little place to come get your work out on. They have a decent selection of machines and weights, and regular classes of all sorts from aerobics to Pilates. The staff and volunteers are courteous and welcoming and have helped me out on more than a few occasions. Can't wait until the new structure with a pool and indoor track...

The best gym around, and a great YMCA. I have been going there since the day it opened. The weight lifting selection could be payed better attention to though. There should be a dedicated squat rack, as only 2 bench/squat areas are not enough. Also there should be a chest fly machine. These are standard in 99% of gyms, even the old...