Pools that are never open. Basketball courts that are never used for basketball, only ping pong and…read morepickleball.

Speaking as a lifelong West Chester resident. I've been a member of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine…read morefor some time, primarily using the West Chester location on Airport Road. While I appreciate the facilities and the overall mission of the Y, I am increasingly frustrated with the inconsistent and arbitrary enforcement of rules in the Wellness Center, which has significantly impacted my experience. The posted Wellness Center Rules clearly state under "Personal Belongings: Please store bags and items in lockers." Recently, however, this guideline has been strictly enforced as a outright ban on gym bags on the floor, with staff citing "safety reasons" (potential tripping hazards). Yet many other rules on the same sign--such as re-racking weights and avoiding dropping them, limiting cardio machine use to 30 minutes during busy times, using headphones for music/videos, and wiping down equipment--are routinely ignored. Unracked weights, dropped barbells, and cluttered equipment create far greater safety risks than a responsibly placed gym bag, but these violations go unaddressed, even during peak hours. Even more concerning is the allowance of independent, non-YMCA-affiliated CrossFit sessions on the wellness floor. This is not a dedicated CrossFit facility, and these high-intensity group workouts frequently involve heavy lifts and dynamic movements that result in dropped weights (directly violating the posted "avoid dropping" rule) and take up large areas of shared space, increasing risks for other members. CrossFit carries well-documented higher injury potential compared to standard individual workouts, yet it appears to be permitted without oversight. This double standard suggests favoritism or other priorities over consistent safety and fairness for all members. Regular gym-goers like myself rely on a gym bag for practical reasons: it keeps essentials organized (clean clothes, towels, water bottles, recovery tools), maintains hygiene by separating sweaty gear, and supports efficient routines for busy schedules. Some members even carry emergency medical items--inhalers, EpiPens, or glucose monitors--for conditions like asthma or diabetes, needing quick access during workouts. Unfortunately, these selective policies and lack of uniform enforcement reflect poorly on management. It feels as though member convenience, fairness, and actual safety take a backseat to arbitrary decisions. This is the primary reason I give the West Chester YMCA low referral ratings and hesitate to recommend it to others. I hope leadership will review these practices to ensure rules are applied consistently and the facility remains a truly positive, safe, and welcoming space for everyone--as the posted sign promises.

My daughter visited SVF with her Girl Scout group. The instruction was EXCELLENT, staff extremely…read moreknowledgeable and caring. I knew Vi's love of horses would be solidified with her 1st ride- as was mine so many years ago. She has talked non stop about Biily, the farm and instructors. She will be beginning lessons soon. A lovely farm.

I brought my daughter in for lessons and it was amazing. She had an amazing time! I felt extremely…read morecomfortable bringing her here as they are outdoors, everyone had masks on, sanitizer was provided, and I was assured all the tack was freshly cleaned. Instructors are extremely knowledgeable and friendly.

We visited this sports center for a birthday party…read more The time spent was by the pool with the beautiful huge slide. The pool was 3-5 feet deep which is perfect for a bunch of 12 year olds. My son loved it. There are tents so we can watch the kids and not sit in the sun. The parents were able to bbq burgers for the kids which is great. Inside there was a snack bar and roller skating. There was plenty of parking and the staff was really nice. I heard there is a great summer camp at this location. If I lived in the area I would visit again

Kids are treated as a business transaction by the owner (not the camp director) for summer camp. No…read moreaccountability taken when my child was injured by another camper and the owner is rude with no customer service experience. A lot of bullying as well occurs in the older age groups.

Highly recommend! Our toddler loves taking the Treehouse Yoga classes at school and always looks…read moreforward to yoga day. He has learned so much about moving his body. 10/10!

My daughter did a week of camp and loved it. She enjoyed the yoga classes, crafts and snacks. Best…read moreof all they sent pictures at the end of the week. Made my day. Overall a very positive experience.

There were 10 people in my party, we had an amazing time. The food was delicious, I would give this…read moreexperience a 10 out of 10.

Highly recommend! Booked the Kitchen Workshop as a team building event while colleagues were in for…read morea Leadership Team Off-Site. Art and his team were informative and fun! There were some last minute dietary restrictions for half of the group and Art rolled with it and was sure to not only accommodate them, but make something they LOVED! One colleague said it was his FAVORITE event of the week - and one he will remember for a lifetime. Thank you, Art!!

I am happy to say, new management has been working to improve the organization. This area was hit…read morehard during Covid. However, the programs that are provided are amazing. GED, CNA, CDA, forklift operator, CDL and enrichment programs. This area is a historic location near the underground railway. can't wait to see this.

From the owner: Montgomery County OIC specializes in adult literacy programs such as Pre-Apprenticeship Program,…read moreGED, ESL and adult basic education. Throughout the year, we offer many programs to the community including our spring break college tour in Virginia, Camp Xtreme STEM program, and Before/After School Care. Our community outreach program, The Norristown Project, focuses on improving conditions in the community through volunteer and community service projects.

The Good: My toddler is actually learning at this school. Every day is something new. In addition,…read morehe is also having fun and looks forward to going to school every morning. They even send us daily photos and a written update on what the children are doing. This is an excellent practice because it allows us to talk to him about specific things he did and learned. Finally, I feel good knowing that he is safe while away from homThe owner is hands-on and the staff is competent and friendly. The Bad: I am unable to think of anything outside of the cost. But, you get what you pay for here. Overall, I would recommend this school to anyone who cares about their child being safe and being in an environment that encourages learning and having fun. This gets 5 stars. Enjoy!

Our 3.5 year old son transitioned to this Goddard School from another major chain in West Chester,…read morePA. Our reasons for reevaluating his situation were many, including the birth of our second son. We sought a better opportunity enrich our sons lives at this critical stage with experiences and learning opportunities at a place that felt more structured, safe, clean, and genuinely had the best interest of the children/students in everything they did. Jennifer (the owner) is involved, detail oriented, attentive and communicative. The teachers and staff are friendly, present, and clearly care. The use of email and general technology (e.g. Tadpole) to amplify the communication is effective and keeps things transparent. The activities and interactions our son has had in just the first few weeks have opened up new windows for his curiosity and intellect. The shift in our older son's demeanor was immediately evident. We wholeheartedly recommend this school.

I signed up for an obstacle course class with a Yelp Eliter friend. The community and owner were…read morevery social and provided a sense of community I don't feel at most gyms. They welcomed the effort but didn't push too hard for exercising. There weren't any obstacle course elements in the class. We were allowed to stay after and ask some ninja warrior potential experts on a few techniques of the obstacles. It was nice to celebrate little victories- kind of like the non-single Matt Nathanson song of the same phrase . This place has obstacle course equipment with more of an adult look but kids are also welcome and encouraged as they probably bring most of the funding to the gym too. Outside had some equipment as well as part of the 30 min circuit training. Some people might not like the younger kids or the dogs that were around. The kids around were in line and well behaved and one of the dogs seemed jealous of not enough attention and started to get in my way of my running path. It was a bit comical for me. Oh a temporary break lol. Some of the staff keep the place well cleaned and maintained. This was probably a 4 star experience for me but the community element here helps me bump it to a 5

My in-laws purchased a gift certificate for our 11-year old son to do the ninja gym so we came here…read morefor the first time today and he loved it. All the staff members were so nice & friendly. My son decided he wanted to do a backflip on the trampolines and asked one of the trainers, Alex, if he would help him. He spent a long time with him to teach him how to do it and was very patient and encouraging. It was a great experience for my son & we can't wait to come back.