Best Gyms with Locker Rooms With Showers near West-chester, Pennsylvania

A Disastrous Experience at YMCA West Chester I am writing to express my extreme disappointment with my recent experience at the YMCA West Chester. The level of unprofessionalism and lack of customer service I encountered was truly appalling, and it serves as yet another example of the consistently poor management and execution of their programs. To begin, I was denied the ability to drop my child off for a scheduled sports activity simply because I did not have my wallet on me. This arbitrary and discriminatory policy is not only inconvenient but also disrespectful to paying members. To make matters worse, when my child's coach arrived, the same front desk staff member inexplicably allowed my child to enter the facility without any further verification. This inconsistency in policy enforcement is both baffling and infuriating. Following this initial incident, I received several aggressive phone calls from Mike Macmillan, the purported "director of sports." This individual proceeded to berate me in a highly unprofessional and accusatory manner. Such behavior is completely unacceptable and reflects poorly on the YMCA as an organization. It's disheartening to note that the YMCA West Chester's programs, while convenient, are consistently plagued by poor management and execution. This latest incident is a prime example of this ongoing issue. I am deeply disturbed by this entire ordeal and intend to file a formal complaint with the YMCA's corporate office. I urge others to consider their experiences at this particular location and to voice their concerns accordingly.

Very courteous employees, super friendly. Outdoor pool is my kind of kid friendly. Very easy to make a reservation. Snack Shack outside with the pool. 😊 💦

Someone is not doing their job properly or just incompetent at all. It infuriates me that they can’t seem to update the color bands on my kids. What’s the purpose of having my child do swimming lessons here (fyi, no matter how good your child at swimming, has to repeat the swim level twice) if you can’t update your system that she’s a green band!!!! Do they even keep records of the kids that take lessons at all! I’m really starting to hate this place! FAMILY BATHROOMS are full of MOLDS and it STINKS! Front desk employees (tall, balding guy and petite woman with a guy’s haircut and wears glasses) are both arrogant and unprofessional!

The gym isn't great but besides that, the water only tastes like chlorine! The water is absolutely terrible and I'm putting 1 star so that they see this and fix their water. Other gyms have filtered water especially with nutrients. How do you expect to get stronger by drinking chlorine. Fix the water please!!

The outdoor waterpark is excellent for little kids. Very large splash pad and small slides perfect for toddlers, as well as a couple of larger slides for the bigger kids/adults

One of the best gyms in the West Chester, PA area. The facility is well maintained. However, their warm pool heater keeps breaking down often (once or twice per quarter).

We LOVE the ACAC! We have been members there since May and have been absolutely delighted by all the employees, activities, child care, kids nights out, pools, swim team, cafe options, locker rooms, other areas to work etc etc. we are big fans and want to thank everyone there for making us and our kids feel so welcome. I think every employee there loves their job and exudes kindness. It’s such a peaceful place and we feel so lucky to live close and be members. Thank you all for making parenting and life sweeter!

Great instructors but app is not consistently working properly which is very frustrating. There should be more low impact classes such as an aerobic/strength class and slower moving (with more repetitive steps) aerobic classes. Those classes are mostly very fast moving with few repetitive moves lead by instructors that move very quickly and are difficult to follow especially if you aren’t familiar with the dances.

Too busy, if you guys have kid, don't send to here. I believe AcAc not good as children place .I was there to looked the summer camp for my son! Stand at the receiptionist font deck 15 minutes, and the staff go around with no attention!

The BEST gym anywhere!! And our manager Steph works so hard to get us the classes we want!! I would never go anywhere else! We are like family and they treat everyone as if we are!!!

Celeste Dragwa Affordable, and convenient times. The gymnastics program is like our daughter's second home/family. She started in the mommy and me class and now many years later is on the competitive team. We're so happy she has a safe place to grow in the sport. The ninja program allows our son to challenge himself & gives him a safe place to hang and climb other than our house walls.

Wonderful sport! Clean and beautiful facility. Excellent equipment variety in the weight room. All that you would want a Y to be

OLY used to have a pool many years ago. There are 4 other locations (one is 10 minutes away) that does have 3 indoor pools. Where OLY's pool was is a gymnastics room and program that has won COUNTLESS metals, rewards, and championships! No other YMCA in Chester County offers this program at the price they do! Yes, OLY's gym is often very busy, but OLY was originally called the Youth Program Center, and still is a location dedicated to our youth and their growth. Hours are limited due to them accommodating for youth programs, but it's only 2 hours shorter than the other branches in the association. The staff are amazing - from the "foot people" at the front desk to the Leadership team. They truly care about the children and it shows! Every year something changes for the better. Their wellness center has been getting some much needed TLC all 2023 and now new cardio equipment in 2024! I have only seen great things about the Oscar Lasko YMCA. I'm so proud to be a member.

Great gymnastics space, renovated in the last couple of years. Parents have a comfortable waiting room and ample view of the kids throughout the entire class. Program is well priced and most importantly, my kids really love it!

My Daughter started doing gymnastics at Oscar Lasko YMCA in West Chester when she was 6 years old. She is now 11 and a Level 5 gymnast on the Gymcat Competitive Team and has also participated in the Gymnastics summer camps here. I honestly can't say enough about how amazing the coaches and the program are. They are so supportive and help guide and encourage them to be the best they can be. The Y Gymnastics Team has become a second family for my Daughter. We live about 25 miles away and could have chosen closer programs for her, but hands-down this has been the best experience with the best group of coaches/teammates/parents, that I couldn't imagine her anywhere else! I would HIGHLY recommend!

I signed up recently and had my first lesson and I am enjoying it a lot so far. The coach was super nice and made me feel absolutely motivated. My fellow clinic participants were also very nice and lovely. The facility is clean although a little confusing without signs. The indoor court is neat and I don’t have any complaints so far. Thanks!

I have nothing but good things to say about this facility. All the coaches are amazing ,polite and are willing to spend time to talk to you . They make sure that the kids are learning but at the same time having fun . My son looks forward to his tennis lessons . Match play has been a hit with my son . A special should out to coach Jonathan, we had to leave for a family emergency and he was so accommodating and worked with my sons schedule. Thank you so much for making tennis fun coach Jonathan .

Would not return. Attended a wedding as the DJ on 5/26 and the two older women on staff are very unfriendly and unprofessional. Bartenders & servers were extremely kind and pleasant but I cannot reasonably recommend based on how they behaved towards me and the rest of the event crew who just so happened to all be minorities.

I came here for a tennis drill session called Point Play, and the session was conducted very well by coach Jonathan. The courts are maintained well. Locker rooms are maintained well. Nice place to get some tennis.

Very nice facility for tennis. The courts are in good shape and are medium speed. The nets and backdrops are in good shape. The parking is good. The lighting is even across the entirety of the court and they don’t appear to be shadows. The courts would appear brighter if the ceiling was painted a bright white. I would highly recommend that investment.

Owner Lou has been been running high- quality coaching clubs for over a decade. I’m amazed by the variety of training available here for so many kinds of people with different goals, - from grandparents staying fit for independence to gen Z competitive powerlifters. They even have specialty bars and extra toys for strongman competition training!

I was charged $20 for a key fob during the trial and it was never refunded to me by the gym. I had to open a dispute with my bank to simply get the money back as it was supposed to be refunded upon return of the fob, I ended my trial early. Lou called, nice enough guy, but the fact is that no refund was ever given and that’s pretty bad. Gym itself is small, advertises equipment that it doesn’t currently have to offer, aka some kind of hydro therapeutic machine. Also pretty expensive all things considered for the memberships they do offer.

I started going here because of the location, but stayed a member because of the care that's put into the facility. Lou and his staff have created a welcoming gym environment and help push you to achieve your goals. They go above and beyond, caring about each member's individual progress. I never saw myself as someone who would enjoy going to the gym, but after working with Lou and Pat as trainers to learn my way around the gym, I'm hooked. I 100% recommend this place to anyone, hands down!

solid gym, have all the equipment you could need to build a strong routine

My trainer, Lou Samba, is very concerned about helping me improve my areas of weakness. He is very encouraging and also offers suggestions for work I can do at home to improve my overall fitness.

Joined a week ago and have been absolutely loving it! Mike is super friendly and knowledgeable. I can tell from watching his training sessions that he has respect for all clients, and works with each one to achieve their goals. The equipment is top notch for both weights and cardio. I love the 24/7 aspect, as I enjoy working out in the early morning. There is never more than a few others working out the same time as me, but everyone is respectful and friendly. I would recommend this gym to anyone and look forward to working out each day!

This is a wonderful "hidden gem" of sorts. If you're sick of the big box gym experience and are looking for a trainer that knows their stuff, this is it. It's a smaller gym, but has all of the basics plus some specialized gear you won't see anywhere else. I never had to wait for a machine or weight bench. Payments and managing your account couldn't be easier, and having 24/7 access is a huge perk. Mike is an excellent trainer, and ironed out some of my biggest fitness questions in my first session. It's definitely a gym for people serious about their training, but it still feels very accessible at the same time. It's definitely worth stopping in to see if it's a good fit for you.

I began training with Mike almost a year ago and have seen dramatic results. Before meeting Mike, I was convinced I had all the answers in the gym. Boy, was I wrong! Mike helped transform my body into what I always wanted it to look like by taking simple principles he has carried with him in his 20+ years of training clients. Mike trains every type of person and is able to establish a plan that fits each and every persons needs. He is one of the best motivators I have ever met and I use him as a beacon throughout training. Mike is the only person I've ever met who is able to make a workout fun yet painful at the same time. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to make a change in their life for the better. Thanks Mike! As far as the gym goes, the equipment is top notch with everything you need and more. Not only is the gym nice, but there is no waiting for machines EVER. You simply cannot beat the price for what you're getting.

I was in the area for a little over a month and was looking for a gym that would let me do a one month membership. I called a few chains first and they gave me the run around about it. I found Q Fitness and The owner Mike is a super nice, down to earth guy and was more than happy to accommodate and I was extremely excited to hear that it’s also a 24/7 gym since my hours can be pretty crazy sometimes requiring me to go very early in the morning occasionally. The gym itself is awesome. I love a lot of the equipment, especially leg press, hack squat, specialty barbells like cambered Bench bar, chain attachments and much more. The gym is pretty low key usually when I’d be there (in the range of 5 am to 11 am usually) which was also really nice. The gym goers are all very friendly also. Overall, highly, highly recommend Q Fitness! If I’m working in the area again I will 100% be back!

Awesome gym never crowded no waiting for equipment and always clean. The personnel training by Mike is better than anybody I’ve ever trained with. He gets you motivated and makes it fun at the same time, actually makes you look forward to working out. Wouldn’t go anywhere else.