About
All-ages center with a gym, pools and fitness classes.
The indoor pool(s) at the YMCA of Kanawha Valley are typically heated and maintained at a comfortable temperature to accommodate a range of activities including lap swimming, water aerobics, and family recreation. While specific daily temperatures may vary, YMCAs generally aim for a consistent temperature, often around 80-84°F (26-29°C), to suit all users.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? Reviews for the Y present a mixed but insightful picture. Many members laud it as a favorite gym, highlighting a strong sense of community, friendly and helpful staff, and a wide array of facilities including a gym, pool, sauna, and basketball courts, all contributing to effective workouts. Some patrons also describe it as clean and not overly crowded. However, a significant portion of feedback points to notable drawbacks, primarily concerning cleanliness, with specific mentions of excessive dust and unsanitary conditions around equipment. There are also recurring complaints about equipment maintenance, with numerous machines reportedly needing servicing or having operational issues. Other common criticisms include frequent crowding, particularly affecting general member access to the pool due to ongoing classes, and the perception that the $60 monthly fee is steep given these limitations and maintenance concerns.
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Amenities
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Accessible Entrance
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Accessible Restroom
Reviews
Listing Reviews
August 6th, 2025The Man
The Y is hands-down my favorite gym. I’ve met so many people here and made a lot of friends and connections, it really feels like a community, not just a place to work out. Some of the staff are friendly and helpful, and every visit leaves me feeling accomplished after a solid workout. The only downside is that some of the machines could work a bit better, but that’s a small issue compared to all the positives. Overall, it’s a fantastic place to stay active, meet great people, and feel at home while you work toward your fitness goals.
July 15th, 2025Jude Rodrigue
They have about everything you need to workout with, a lot of the equipment though needs to be serviced and it's very dirty in there. If you look around the bottom of the equipment sitting on the floor and in some places there's over an inch worth of dust and I really don't know what it is but definitely gross; and especially especially around the cable attachment machines.
May 10th, 2025Matthew Jones
Always crowded. If you don’t go early in the morning or late at night the pool is always closed to members as there is always a class going.. seems the whirlpool is closed when the pool is as well. Most machines have some issue in the gym.. Weights are all over the place. Not worth the $60/month when you only come for gym pool and sauna. Wish there was a gym only membership for half the price! Otherwise I feel I’m paying for pools fees which I can’t even use 80% of the time! Check elsewhere before committing!
June 19th, 2025Kate Davis
One of my favorite places!! They have everything you need to get an amazing workout in, a great pool, sauna, basketball courts ect ect! Super friendly and helpful staff.
June 8th, 2025Maggie Davis
Was truly shocked to see any bad reviews of this YMCA! I’ve been going here since I was a kid and go 4x a week, never had any problems. Great staff, clean, never too crowded, nice saunas.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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| Monday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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