Poor management, massive turnover of coaches and newest coach Henry is too inconsistent and…read moreintimidating!

My daughter (2.5 years old) loves this place, her teacher is super nice and she has a ball every…read moretime there. She's constantly asking when she can go back and I'm looking to keep her going year round now. It's a great place and I highly recommend it.

Barbie loves when I go downtown to her center, but I have to branch out sometimes, so I came to…read morethis gym in Louisville to work on the muscles for a bit. I have a lot of good things to say about this very unusual and busy YMCA in downtown Louisville and I can see why everybody loves it because the people working here are off-the-charts friendly. The guy at the front desk was a southern gentleman of the younger variety and he helped me get into the building and told me where everything is and he could sense that I was in a hurry so he hurried along his instructions. He got me in within just a few seconds of showing up. So he gets 10 stars out of five. However the locker system just doesn't work. I used a very similar system in Memphis the other day and having never used a punch-button combination locker before I followed the sign and it worked perfectly and there were no issues. Not so much in Louisville. The signs are complex and contradictory. There are not many of the signs so I didn't even see one before I started using it. An old man told me how to work it and I did what he said and it immediately locked my stuff in without me entering a combination. I could not get to my stuff so I had to go all the way down at which point the guy at the desk told me that I could have just called him and the old man on the way out told me that this happens all the time and not to feel bad. Well I don't mean to be a jerk but if this happens all the time then there's a problem! Change the system LOL. The reason why it happens all the time is because these things just don't work very well. It's that simple. He told me that I could park for just a dollar in the garage across the street which I couldn't find in traffic, which was awful on all the streets near this Y, and didn't feel like carrying all my stuff from a different block anyway so I just use street parking which is freaking $0.25 for eight minutes which is absolutely freaking ridiculous. This is not New York City and in fact a lot of New York City has much more affordable parking than that. Ew. The actual equipment is pretty good and they have some nice mats and various different things that I could use and then there are other things that could be improved. Such as the bikes. And there was the whole locker room drama because apparently there's a lot of theft around here or at least people think there is so I was told not to leave my stuff in the locker room even for a couple of minutes unattended. The janitor guy actually came into the shower to tell me to come back and get my stuff. Pulled the curtain back on me naked in there, soaping up, and almost made me slip over while simultaneously having a heart attack. I appreciated the consideration and even gave me a 3 minute lecture about how things can go missing even with just a few seconds and he's absolutely right, in theory. But considering that I only spent 90 minutes here and then half of that time was dealing with drama, it wasn't really as appreciated as he meant it to be. The drama of the parking situation. The drama of the lockers that don't work properly. The drama of the shower warning. If you consider all of that then I think you'll consider four stars for this gym to be pretty generous. Should really be less, but the southern young gentleman checking me in and sorting out my locker was so nice, he carries the 4 star rating. But basically no workout for me because of dramaaaa. Next time I'll use one in a different part of the city.

The only Y that lives up to the lyrics, "It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A!!"…read more Ok terrible Village People jokes aside, this is hands down the best Y I've been to, and it quickly became my home branch: the staff is helpful and friendly, the equipment is well-maintained, and the locker rooms are clean. But the best part by FAR is that they have Les Mills classes! Body Pump classes changed my life, and I was so worried I wouldn't be able to find them when I moved to Louisville. Thank you downtown Y for offering the one class that turned me from the self-conscious, lifelong physical therapy patient I was to the confident fitness junkie I never thought I could be.

I just recently discovered this branch of the YMCA and I'm disappointed that I waited so long! The…read morefacility is very nice and clean. They have a large variety of equipment and classes that fit anyone's needs. I love the pool area and the fact that you can make a reservation is such a time saver. I know when I make a reservation that I'll have a lane when I show up. The parking is super convenient and the staff is always so helpful. This is one of the best branches in the Louisville area!

Always clean and well serviced. Love the sauna too. I use the track, resistance machines and the…read moresauna most.

Shred 415 has been open at it's highlands location for 6 months! I've been going to classes at…read moreShred 415 for 2 months. I took advantage of the option to take my first class free. After my class I filled out the survey that was emailed to me which gave me the option to attend a second class for free. After my second class I was hooked and signed up. Shred 415 has multiple class pack options to purchase. The entire facility is very clean and the provide quality equipment to use in class. The bathroom has everything you would need to prep yourself after class.... showers, towels, hairdryer, dry shampoo, hair spray. I enjoy that the class is in a cool temperature controlled studio. I've never been disappointed with the music playlist chosen for a class. I always catch myself singing along or pushing myself harder because of the beat. Shred 415 offers one hour classes that are divided into intervals, alternating between treadmill drills and strength training. Most classes are the standard four 15 minute intervals. I like that some instructors switch it up and do six 10 minute intervals or 2 fifteen minutes, 2 ten minutes, and 2 five minute intervals. I like to rotate between starting on the treadmill or on the floor. I try to attend a class 3-4 times per week. Shred 415 uses the MindBody app to sign up for classes. Each day they list multiple times with the instructor and the type of class (total body, arms & abs, butt & legs). I prefer to work out in the morning and they offer multiple class times for me to pick from. Some class times even offer childcare during the class, and it's clearly marked on the MindBody app. My first class I made it very clear that I WILL NOT be running on the treadmills ... the owner and instructor assured me that the treadmill intervals will be at my own pace. Approaching the end of my first two months and I'm occasionally running on the treadmill while in class. I love the entire staff at Shred 415. When I walk in the front door the staff knows my name and checks me in. The instructors give name shout outs to encourage during class.... and sometimes hearing my name gives me that extra push that I needed! The owner, Kathleen, very friendly and present. She quickly responded to my emails and made signing up a breeze! Thank you to Kathleen and the entire staff for making my morning work outs great! Come give Shred 415 a chance!

Besides CycleBar- this is my favorite workout in town!…read more If you haven't tried Shred415 yet- you are missing out. The staff is super cool, the facility is very clean, the treadmills are the best I have ever been on and the work out will kick your butt. I love group fitness. There is something so motivating about pushing through tough work outs with a group of people with similar goals. You can start on the treadmill or start on the floor. I have done both now and I prefer starting on the treadmill. I love running so having an instructor push me to 8% incline with speed is a fantastic feeling. Don't be intimidated though- you can walk if you want. The floor work that I did was total body. It is as challenging as you make it. There is a bench, mat, dumbbells and bands. You will go through 15 minutes of strength training and then rotate again to the treadmill and then back to the floor. In an hour you get your total body strength and cardio done. They even have childcare onsite! For you busy parents out there- Shred 415 makes it easy to work out.

St. Paul athletic dept is a local Lousiville athletic facility off Dixie Highway that is on campus…read moreof St Paul I've been here a few times over the year supporting my kids who plays sports in the csaa (catholic school association). The gymnasium is pretty spacious and can host a variety of things such as basketball and volleyball. Overall a solid place to host or attend a youth sporting event. Only pet peeve is parking is limited near gym and on colder days it can be a difficult walk or cause confusion on where to go for visiting teams.

My daughter and I came in to swim with a day pass 40 dollars. Front desk didn't know the schedule…read moreor us. We got dress to swim. We came out to swim was told we couldn't because of swim lessons. I told them I want a refund, she said you cannot. The guy over it said I could. No one looked like they were writing my information down. Then when I called I was told it's taken cared of Thursday then rolls Monday no transaction was made so I have to keep trying to call April which I already called. I made a dispute with my back . Pay with cash. I found a cheaper place 11 dollars for me and my daughter verse 40 a day it's cleaner too.

Been a while since I've written this review. Figured it's time for an update…read more Firstly - The YMCA is much more than a gym. It is a charity. When you pay your monthly fee, your money is going to a whole host of programs. For example... * This YMCA (Southwest) has preschool that is heavily subsidized. Let's be honest - who is likely putting their children in subsidized preschool? Probably single mothers. And it's one of the best preschools in the city. * The Southwest YMCA also has an adult daycare for individuals with special needs or stroke victims, etc. Also heavily subsidized. * The YMCA on 10th and Chestnut has a homeless shelter. Completely subsidized. * The Northeast YMCA does a lot with the blind and water safety. * Safe Place is a division of the YMCA, and it is 100% subsidized. Go read up on what Safe Place is. It'll blow your mind. I could go on, but you get my point. When you get a membership at ANY of Louisville's YMCAs in the city, your money is going to support the above. The Southwest YMCA, I mentioned what it has. As well, it is a gym. And it's a great gym. The Southwest YMCA has the following: * Indoor pool * Childcare so your kids can be entertained while you workout * A rock climbing wall for the kids * Tons of classes like Zumba, Yoga, and Spinning * Basketball court * Free weights * All your standard gym equipment The Southwest YMCA is pretty big. It's not huge, but it's big enough. It gets busy after work hours and just before work hours. If you're looking for *JUST* a gym, then the YMCA may not be for you (although it will serve that purpose). However, if you're looking for your money to go further than just paying for you to be able to use a gym, then sign up at the YMCA. It's a great charity, and I'm glad to pay a monthly membership.

Results By Design has a fantastic training facility and a fantastic staff. This is not a place…read morewhere you roam around with no clue of what to do. This is also not a place where coaches do not care about their athletes. They place considerable effort and attention to programming and coaching, creating a wonderful atmosphere for long-term fitness. Athlete workouts and progress are tracked, and each athlete has access to everything via an iPad while they are there. They have a great selection of supplements and even some apparel items at the front desk. They even have a small sauna. Additionally, Foundations Physical Therapy & Wellness operates out of Results By Design, offering another great service.

Great trainers who know how to customize programs for fat loss. I really enjoy the friendly…read moreatmosphere and the support from the other members. I was able to lose 51 pounds and have loads of energy. It's like I gained back 10 years of my life. Give them a call...

Going on our 3 rd year our three youngest have attended. It has improved my sons' wrestling…read moreperformance, our girl twins confidence, control, and self-esteem. As the mother in a world where human trafficking, child abuse, and bullying is constantly in the news, it has given me more peace of mind in watching their skills develop. The instructors are an amazing and great role models. They serve the community outside the gym and are just amazing. Friendly and highly skilled. :) I am so greatful to all of them and this gym.