Although I've been to the Catonsville Y before, I was mostly swimming at the time to prepare for…read moretriathlon. Now, I'm preparing for Hyrox so I see the gym with a different perspective. I like that they have a ski erg machine that's comparable to that used at the event. My favorite Y is the Weinberg location, and that one is different. They also have a rope, which is useful for training the shoulders/arms. It's just in an awkward place. When the roped is pulled out to full lenght for use I felt like I was in the way. I tried two different angles and both were the same. Oh well. Sorry, not sorry. It's a big Y! They've got several sections of weights, machines, cycling rooms and the..... I guess I'll call it, Crossfit room (which is small and a bit awkward, but it works). They have weighted bags for the lunges up to 40lbs. They also have plenty of (matching) kettlebells. AND, they have weighted balls for the ball toss. The only thing missing is the sled. You can go to the Weinberg Y for that. I like this Y as well. There's plenty of room, which is good because it's much more crowded (even mid-day) than my other Y's. I was also glad to see the staff cleaning the weight rack. I mean, not just wiping it down. They removed the weights, wiped down the rack where the weights were sitting, and place the weights back. They were also removing the scuffs from the wall with the magic eraser. No wonder it looks so clean. And of course I can always count on the fireplace to chill at after my workout. Come check it out.

I am writing to share feedback regarding my recent experience at the Catonsville Y related to Stay…read moreand Play hours. On a BCPS delayed start day, the facility did not clearly communicate any adjusted Stay and Play hours. The posted signage did not reflect the delayed schedule, and while staff observed me arriving with my child, this information was not proactively shared. I only learned of the adjusted hours after specifically asking. Clear and visible communication--especially on delayed start days--would help prevent confusion for families and improve the overall member experience. I appreciate your attention to this matter and hope it can be considered for future operations.

Even though they have the most entertaining public outdoor summer venues to bring your kids to (in…read morecomparison to 6- - flags// King Dominion) in NoVA Waterparks Fairfax county recreation, the staff to customer ratio is disappointing for Season Pass (previous) members like myself and my kids. Normally the wait times to get into the park during High-Peak season should be expeditious, customer service, wise but it is not because it's one of the only best Waterparks in Reston/Herbdon parameters. If they hired less teenage-age-range staffs and concentrated more on the front desk security lines, customer would not have to wait too long; especially for children whom are adapted leisure customers. The downside is the season pass affordability. And it would be a great business incentive if there were private events like drowning prevention courses, and special needs custom hours or events. Viable parking allotted spacing is also limited and legal nuance.

It is a great waterpark for kids. There's a lazy river, splash pads everywhere and a big bucket…read morefalling full of water.