We were walking into the ymca and the old mean lady Lisa asked us very meanly WHAT DO U WANT. Like what, we need to get in and play basketball and then she just continued in her mean voice and made us pay money. The manager needs to fire LISA immediately. Service terrible here. And we had a pass and she still was horrible to us. read more

There was sand in the bottom of the pool, which I don't even know how that's possible. There were band-aids floating everywhere. Also there was an employee named Matt who was swearing in front of small children. read more

Always loved this place! Awesome employees, very clean, and 2005 Bobrick B-750 hand dryers! read more

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Do you like the "gotcha!" billing practices some other gyms have? If you do, fear not, because this YMCA has them too! Want to cancel before the start of a new month? Just come by -- in person only, not by phone or mail -- by the FOURTEENTH of the month, "or you will be billed". In our case: $111 for a month, which my wife and I signed up for so that we could bring our children to swimming lessons. Want to get a refund after falling into their trap? Meet "Tony," their one-man good-cop-bad-cop act. First he'll offer a bunch of friendly talk and small-change discounts, and when that doesn't impress you, he'll laugh at you and talk over you for wanting them to refund a membership he can see you haven't used. You don't want to come in, in person, to cancel an account in 2022? That got me laughed at, and told that "it takes 2 minutes." Driving there and back is hardly a 2 minute task -- which is obviously the point of that "policy." Oh, but it gets better! "Tony" also explained that they forgot to charge me $261 for swimming lessons back in June (it's August now), and that I should talk to their "aquatics director." I waited on the phone for awhile, but it became clear that this person was not going to be coming to the phone. I made it very clear to "Tony" that they did not have my permission to charge my credit card without speaking to me about it first. Fast-forward a few hours, and I check my credit card: sure enough, a $261 charge. Nobody had called during that time. This YMCA has completely lost the tune. Stay away. read more

This place stinks. I am from out of town visiting and have a medical condition that requires me to exercise. The manager would not allow me to use the facilities or purchase a short term pass even though i have done so at this same location for three of the last four years. For a family/ community establishment what a disappointment. read more

Baierl Family YMCA - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - Sewickley, Pennsylvania

Amazing YMCA with clean, modern facilities the whole family can enjoy. We have been considering joining a YMCA for some time in order to have a place we can go swim with our little one, but hadn't really found "the" place until we met up with a few friends a couple of weeks ago to have a nice afternoon out in the sun. This place does not disappoint! They have it all - an indoor pool, an outdoor pool with depths for all ages, plentiful exercise equipment, and beautiful indoor gymnasium. There's even a rock climbing wall in the lobby! Great place - you've got my vote... and my membership fees! read more

Always a great gym to go to! It is very large and there's always equipment available. The staff are nice and welcoming at the front desk. At the weight machines there are personal trainers that answered any questions I had. They were also continually disinfecting the equipment. While I have never joined a class there, I've heard very positive notes about them. In general, this YMCA is very big and spacious and always clean. read more

We joined the Y despite the poor reviews that we had encountered. I signed my 5 year old up for a group swim class that he refused to participate in on the first day, so I naturally asked for a refund. The director offered private lessons which I was encouraged by, but the follow up was poor. The next 6 weeks were filled with poor to no communication from the aquatics staff, my husband and son showing up for a confirmed class that no one was available to teach, and me simply asking for a refund 3 more times due to dissatisfaction. My son never took a class, and my concerns/requests have been ignored by the aquatics director, membership director, and associate executive director. All I am asking for is a refund for a service that we didn't receive. Its's a shame that an organization as large as the Y is unable to take accountability for their mistakes and poor service. read more

I have never been a Y member, so I am excited to be a member at this YMCA. The people that work here are very nice. And the facilities are Awesome! They opened in May of 2006 in the Franklin Park area. The beautiful facility includes an indoor and outdoor pool and a rock climbing wall. This place is a state-of-the-art health and wellness center, with 2 group exercise studios, five locker rooms, a double gymnasium, and a running/walking track. The also have a Child Watch Center. The monthly membership includes all classes (the Cranberry Y charges extra for some of their classes). The front desk is very friendly and oh so helpful, ready to answer any questions you may have. The exercise equipment is great. Lucky for me, I get off work early, otherwise, I think later people may have to wait for a machine. The place can really fill up. The treadmills are wonderful and even have a personal built in TV which makes the time fly by. The pool is very nice. And since I am a dog paddle swimmer, I really appreciate the water fitness classes. Love the beginner and de-stress yoga classes. So glad to be a member. read more

This gym has ruined me for all other gyms...you can't beat the class schedules or the instructors for that matter. I have since moved away from the area, and no other gym can compare. The locker rooms are a bit small (at least the women's), but I'm not there for the locker room. Body pump, spin, even a Bollywood dance class. Plus you can use other Y's in the area. I miss you, Baierl Y! read more

I go to this gym about twice a week. The gym itself is really nice. There is a pool, cardio, weights, kids room, rock climbing wall, spin room, gyms, track, basically everything you would want or need. The only reason they get 4 stars is that they seem to be constantly packed. There is barely ever a lane open for swimming, and I usually have to wait for a treadmill. However, their group classes never seem to be too full. I have tried spin and boot camp and both kicked my butt (in a good way). The boot camp teacher is super nice and helps you out when you get confused (I don't have the best coordination). Overall, I think this facility is similar to the Thelma Lovette, but the classes are better at Baierl. read more

I love this gym. My family and I purchased the family plan that allowed us multiple locations. We use this one, the one on 5th and the US Steel one. First, my 3 year old is already eyeing up the rock climbing wall for when he's old enough. Second, they have family locker rooms, one for just kids - old enough for their own locker room, but separate from the adults, and an adult locker room. There is the big outdoor pool, which is great for families. The 25 meter indoor pool has been a blessing for swim workouts. Upstairs, they have a running track, and tons of machines. I've never had to wait for one, but others have told me its the one downside to this Y. Between the basketball courts, and the side rooms for workout classes, there is nothing you can't do here. There are lots of clubs for kids - my oldest did a swim class and we are looking in to beginners soccer, plus they have a daycare of sorts to watch your kids while you workout. There's an outdoor area for them to play, and I saw a father and son play ping pong the other day as I was leaving. They must've partnered with Northland library because they have a vending machine of books/DVDs to check out, which is a treat for my son. Plus, they have coffee in the mornings...which as a coffee junkie, makes this place all the better. Again, I have nothing bad to say about this Y. When I'm at my house, this is where I workout. And hope to do so for years to come. read more

My daughter has come a long way after finally getting an instructor she really likes and understands her limitations so we decided to stick with this place for her swim lessons. However, it does not seem everyone here appreciates seeing people who look like her in the pool. The older female life guard who sent over an innocent looking teenage boy today to do her dirty job for her should be ashamed of herself if she has any shame. The world is changing... no we are not going back to the 60s. read more

I have joined this gym several times since it is so close to my home. The staff is rude and it is a very cold atmosphere. trainers are arrogant. I have wasted a lot of money there. read more

The staff here is extremely polite and helpful! This is the cleanest YMCA that I have been too and there is always so much going on! It's great for all ages and there's something different for each person. read more

We've had a family membership since this Y opened. I've kept it because I liked working out here and my kids liked it because their friends also belong. It has both indoor and outdoor pools, lots of cardio equipment, weights, an indoor track, wide variety of classes, and a climbing wall and child care. I would have given it 5 stars for the first 10 years or so because there was a lot to do and the classes and instructors are really great. But in the last few years, the upkeep of the facility seems to be going downhill. For example, the small exercise studio, which is the one I use most, is dirty. There's a perimeter of crud around the room. Touching the floor to do push ups grosses me out, as hair and dustbunnies blow by. Also, the handles for the two rest rooms upstairs are constantly breaking and have paper towels stuck in the hole left by the doorknob for weeks until a new one comes in. Order a few extras so you have them in stock next time! Another thing that really bugs me is the sound system in the smaller exercise studio. It's almost always on the fritz, with one speaker that's either hardly working or it's blowing your eardrums out. Numerous times the speakers or the receiver wouldn't work at all, or the room to the controls was locked and there was no one with a key. I have done a one-hour session of BodyPump with NO MUSIC more times than I care to remember. Not only is that BRUTAL, but it's patently unfair to the instructor and to the 25 people who showed up at 7:15 am for the class. How about buying a $50 bluetooth speaker to keep in case the sound system fails (yet again)? I know the downtown YMCA has filed for chapter 11, but the Baierl Y seems to have plenty of members, so I'm not sure what the problem is. I recently joined another gym but will keep my Y membership for the time being because it's reasonably priced. But I feel like one more straw will break the camel's back--and we'll be gone. read more

I really wanted to love this place. I got a family membership for myself and my two children. We tried to go to the pool three times and every time we were turned away due to "unforeseen circumstances". Last time, I called twice ahead of time to make sure the pool would be open. When we arrived we were told they had to close the pool due to low staff. I asked to speak to the membership director, who wasn't there. I left her a message and she never called me back. So I cancelled the membership. We're now going to the Seven Fields pool and it's be awesome. read more

This is the Crown Jewel of the YMCA branches! Staff is friendly and accommodating. High Community Spirit. Facilities are always being updated. Swim team is Great but there I am biased. Check it out! read more

This YMCA is in need of a desperate cleaning. The floors on the aerobics room haven"t been cleaned in a long time. Some instructors have commented on the cleanliness. The aerobics director offers classes that do not have the equipment to support the class (ie, Barre). The music in the Core CX is so loud you cannot hear the instructor cueing the exercises. If you want to swim in the lap lanes, good luck trying to get a lane. The lifeguards occupy the lap lanes for their private swim lessons, and allow their employees to swim laps in the lanes,when there are paying members that have to wait for a lane. It seems unfair to pay monthly dues and be treated with such disregard. The YMCA raises the fees and offer little in the way of customer service. The front desk people should be greeting people with a smile and be thankful they have a job. The place could use a "gym rescue" and new management, for sure. read more