The Greenbrier Family YMCA is one of my favorite places to work out! It's affordable, which is a win because I feel like many gyms charge ridiculous prices these days. But here, you get so much for what you pay! They have tons of classes at a variety of times. My go-to's are kettlebells and Tabata--they're such killer workouts but in the best way. One of the things I love most is that the instructors actually do the workouts with you, which is so motivating. Plus, they're super helpful if you need modifications--they just want you to feel good and do your best. And even though this is one of the smaller YMCAs, the vibe is always friendly and welcoming. Just a heads-up, though--weekend classes can get pretty packed, so I recommend showing up early if you want to grab a good spot! I look forward to my workouts here, and it's such a great community. Whether you're a total fitness newbie or a gym rat, there's something here for everyone. read more

I've had a personal trainer at the Y now for a year. Both trainers, Jareth & Elena, are engaged and they push me to achieve. My stability is 100% improved (still needs improvement) and I feel better doing everyday things & activities. I thank them for their continued push and good humor with me. read more

Love a good indoor and outdoor option for pools and this YMCA in Chesapeake has both. The outdoor swimming pool and play area is seasonal. This Greenbriar Y was at one time a secondary pool my son swam at when bubbled in the Winter. I have found it to be overall clean with nice staff. Parking is typically never an issue. The lot is kept clean. Tide Swimming offers a club swimming schedule at this location. The facility offers a variety of programs for its members. I am only familiar with aquatics. The indoor six lane 25 yard pool is well maintained and chlorinated properly. Guards are always on duty and often are young, but professional. Locker rooms are good size and spic and span. The outdoor pool is a big hit in the Summer. There is a fun splash area for toddlers as well as a sprinkler area that's fun. It's showing it's age. but well maintained and family friendly. 3.5 rounding down. read more

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I haven't officially worked out here yet but I can talk about the pool! When your a member of the Y you can use all Hampton Roads YMCA's so that is how I got in. This pool has a pelican for the kids to slide down and if you visit each Y you will see each Y has a different slide. This pool offers a bbq area with grills available for the members use which is not offered everywhere (hint, hint)! The wading pool or little kid pool is surrounded by a fence. No little ones will get out of here unless they are ninjas. I have seen 1 -2 lifeguards in this section and they play with the kids. My kids love this. The big pool is divided into lanes and the shallow side has steps that get you into about 3 foot of water. There is also a splash area for kids to run, sit and play in while water squirter them from various items, and directions. Unlike a few of the other locations this pool does not have a waterslide. read more

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I've been a member of the YMCA in our area for nearly all of my life. In the last 10 years, though, I've primarily only attended the Greenbrier Family location. The facility is nearly always kept in great shape. While upgrades are not something seen very often, the equipment on hand is maintained in good working order. There are some pieces that would be nice, but you have to understand it is a YMCA. The locker rooms, which were recently renovated, are usually always clean with plenty of lockers and space. The indoor pool can get crowded at times, especially during swim season, as there are teams in the morning and evening. Evening is especially difficult. A definite detractor. If you're looking for a good facility that can provide you with just about everything you need, this YMCA is a go to. read more

I love this YMCA and have been an active member since middle school, 14 years!! Staff is always changing, I love all of the staff in the weight room area, attentive, friendly and always there to answer questions...looking at you Ms. Y :)! Now for the front desk staff its hit or miss. The night staff is not at all helpful or friendly to be the fist face you see when you come in. Usually they are standing around socializing within their groups, and someone at the back tables will call attention that you are in need of assistance. The daytime and weekend staff are always great! I love the variety of classes and the dedication of the instructors. You can tell that they truly enjoy their job and are not just here to work out and be done with it. I don't go to many other YMCAs but this once definitely feels like family! read more

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I've enjoyed going to this Ymca for the past few years. The staff is friendly and the place is clean. I enjoy going to group classes such as step interval and group power. The instructors always introduce themselves especially when they see a new member in their class and are always welcome to comments and concerns. All the instructors are very nice and motivational. My favorite instructors are Theresa, Jessica, and Susan. Gym equipment always seem to be update as well. They have a well maintained indoor and outdoor pool. Coffee and tea are always complimentary in the lobby. My daughter has had a birthday pool party here a few years ago and the staff was very helpful. She took swim lessons and benefited from them as well. I go to other Ymca's in the Hampton Roads area too but I like the Greenbrier family location so much that I call this YMCA my Y. read more

I was looking for an indoor pool and decided to check this place out. The three stars is for their customer service. I walked in and there were three staff members standing around the main front desk. No one made eye contact with me or greeted me. I proceeded to walk up to the front desk, I literally stood in front of them and they still didn't say anything until I asked if I could see the pool. One of the staff's name was Kirsten, she showed me the pool and I signed up because I needed a pool. I also told her I only wanted my membership for a month and I also filled out a cancellation form that same day. But the next month I get charged and it took them two weeks to refund me my money. Throughout the month, the staff members were just rude and not attentive and always joking around. I only remember seeing the young male greet me. The indoor pool was excellent and the lifeguards were very attentive and helpful when I needed something. Showers and locker rooms were great. read more

I have been to this particular YMCA only two times, and both times it's been because of the outdoor pool. So, this review is for the outdoor pool and locker rooms. I love coming to the outdoor pool because it's not too busy. There is plenty of shaded area for when you've had enough sun and plenty of sunbathing area. There's a spray area to the side for the little ones and little pool area of the little ones as well. The only thing I do not like is the locker room outside. There's really no area to change in, and the floor is always wet and kind of dirty. The locker room inside the building is nice, however, I feel it could use some renovating as the rest of the faculty could. I will update my review as soon as I "test out" the rest of the facilities! read more

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Wanted to try this location out for swimming lessons and yesterday was the first day. I missed it because my keys got locked in the car and when I called to ask the aquatics director if we could attend the next session OR another session later in the week to make up for it she told me she only does make ups for extenuating circumstances such as death to which I replied," my god so the only way I could be accommodated is if death hit me?" Needless to say I didn't get to make yesterday up but then when we came this morning lessons were outside well it's 69 degrees with a slight breeze and it also rained earlier so all the seats outside were wet and many parents had to stand. I don't know about anyone else but if it's not 80 degrees or more the pool is too chilly for me and I'm confused about why the lessons weren't held inside. So far I am disappointed will update at the end of the week. read more

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I wanted to get in shape after I came back from deployment so I joined the ymca. I work out about every 2 days but my husband and son go about every day. This ymca is amazing. It literally has everything you need here. To start they have childcare so my 6yr old can come too for 2hrs each day and he loves it. He actually asks to go to the gym so he can play in the center lol. Sometimes when I come during non childcare hours I have my 6yr old there too (he's calm and quiet). They have an outdoor and indoor pool with at least 3 life guards at any given time watching every one so that is a safety plus. The pool is nice but it would be cool if they added a diving board but still very nice. Alot of times the kiddy pool is closed but they have a nice splash pad area so I don't have to be in the pool all the time with my youngest son. The locker room rocks! It has plenty of showers and changing areas, a weight scale and a sauna. I go to the sauna at each visit and it's never more than one other person in there. The wellness area has two weight areas and loads of weight machines. There are about 15 treadmills and half of them have tvs attached which is great and allows me to be distracted when I run. They have a small stretching room but it's not really used and most people stretch on the floor. The staff keeps the sanitary wipes holder full and they walk around constantly wiping all of the equipment off. There are several classes to take from mixed fit, to yoga to spin classes. I've taken most of them and they are excellent. They also have water aerobics classes too. This is a fantastic family gym that I recommend anyone can be apart of and not feel intimidated like most gyms. read more

I love this Y! My kids attend HYPE, play soccer and absolutely love stay and play; and the classes have been fantastic! Friendly staff, clean facility.. what more could you ask for?! read more

This review is of the boot camp class that took place at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. My sons and I arrived for the Kettlewerx class and ended up taking boot camp with my twin boys. We were pleasantly surprised and thoroughly enjoyed the positive interactions we had with the instructor. She was upbeat, friendly, and full of energy. It was a great workout and I'm certain that we will take that class again. Lots of fun! :) My apologies for not remembering the instructor's name. She will be in charge of the boot camp this coming Friday. :) read more

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The staff is friendly here and the equipment is well kept. They have a variety of things for kids: sports, swim lessons, classes, childcare. I feel that my kids are safe while I'm working out. They offer nutrition information in their free Y-Change program. Check it out. read more

This Y has somewhat of a chaotic layout compared to the newer and/or remodeled YMCA facilities in the Chesapeake and Norfolk area. Still it has almost everything you'd need to have a great time. Staff/Service: Well it's a YMCA so you'll get the pleasurable greeting; smile and courtesy that makes you feel welcome. A big plus for me! That doesn't always equate to knowledgable or quick moving staff but at least they're nice. Weight Room: The free weight area is small and can get a bit cramped but has all the basic necessities. However, if you're a free weight kinda person this isn't the Y for you. You're much better off at the Battlefield Y. Cardio Machines: Quite a bit of running, elliptical and bikes so no waiting for a machine. All are in good shape and kept clean for quick turn around during the busiest times. Gym: Good court for basketball, sprints or other leg work type workouts. Pool: Haven't used the outdoor pool here so I won't comment other than saying from the looks of it...it seems just fine to me. Locker Room: Plenty of room with full size lockers, hair dryers and etc. All the amenities the Hampton Roads YMCA's have to offer. Overall: The older building and some equipment is in need of updating so for me I'm going to have to give it an A-OK rating with only 3 Stars. Regardless, I'll be back when I'm in the area and need to get a workout before or after work. read more

We are not members yet, but the front desk was very informative and provided me with the information I was looking for with respect to swim lessons and pool use for my toddler. We look forward to starting soon! read more

Great place to workout. Love the stay and play option and all the group exercise classes. With your membership you get access to all the ymca's in south Hampton roads. My kids attend the swim lessons. And love the stay and play. read more

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My 10 y/o son was kicked out the pool today. When we signed up for membership we were told he could be in the pool in the roped off shallow end as long as there was supervision close by. He hasn't passed the swim test but is in swim lessons at this facility. I was sitting in a lounge chair poolside watching him. Today I was told I had to actually be in the pool with him. He's been in the pool all week as I watched him from a lounge chair. I felt I had no other choice but to cancel my membership. This was heartbreaking for him because all he wants to do after camp at this Y is swim. read more

Super whack. Kids running around everywhere, no control. Good equipment, but very limited. Smallest function fitness area I ever seen. Disappointed. read more

Not the largest facility, but they cram a lot in what little room they do have. Decent weight room, large cardio section, indoor and outdoor pool, b-ball court, and a sauna! read more

I have been coming here for about 2 months and I have to say the staff and instructors are amazing. Everyone is friendly and greets you when you walk in. I have to say I only go to the classes here and have only been to the weight room/cardio room once. My two classes I consistently take are step and yoga. I absolutely love those classes. I am not flexible at all and that's why I started taking yoga. I can already tell improvements after a couple of months. I like that I can do everything to the best of my ability and not be judged or feel like I am doing it wrong. Lori is a great instructor. The step class is amazing!! If you like Step take Susan's class. She has a different routine each month which I like because it never gets boring and by the 4th or 5th class of getting a routine down you are moving to another routine. I am planning on taking a cycling class next and then see what else they offer that sounds fun to me. Definitely recommend trying some classes out. For me it makes me work harder than if I worked out alone. read more

The women here are just awesome with kids. You couldn't ask for better people to care for your children. I would recommend to anyone.