About
The Bob Gilbertson Central City Family YMCA, located at 110 E Palm Ave, Tampa, FL, is a community-focused facility offering a wide array of programs for all ages. It provides resources for health and well-being, including fitness facilities, aquatics, youth development programs, and community support initiatives.
The facility features an outdoor heated lap pool and a warm water instructional pool. While specific temperatures for this location are not explicitly published, YMCA lap pools are generally maintained at comfortable temperatures, typically between 80-84°F (27-29°C). Warm water instructional pools are usually kept slightly warmer, often around 88-90°F (31-32°C), to accommodate swim lessons, therapy, and youth programs.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? This YMCA receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, particularly for its clean, well-maintained facilities and new, high-quality weight equipment, noted as superior to other locations. The staff are frequently praised as friendly, helpful, caring, and engaging, with specific mentions of Rickey's fitness classes, Tony's assistance on the fitness floor, and Andi's administrative support. The summer camp program is highlighted as 'top tier' due to its engaging, encouraging staff and diverse activities that ensure children are well-cared for. Customer service, even for phone inquiries, is described as amazing. However, there are minor suggestions for improvement, such as a preference for pre-moistened gym wipes over spray bottles and paper towels. A notable negative experience involved trainers whose friendliness reportedly diminished if members declined paid personal training services.
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December 22nd, 2024Ken Jacobus
Nice clean facility with pretty new and well maintained weight equipment. Wasn’t crowded on a Sunday. I wish they had pre moistened gym wipes for the equipment and not paper towels and spray bottles which are less efficient and less diligently used. Otherwise it’s a great place. Much better equipment than the downtown location.
June 19th, 2025wesley bozeman
This YMCA is such a special part of the heights. I love it so much. The facility is clean and well taken care of and the staff are absolute gems. Rickey’s fitness classes are always fun and encouraging. Tony has helped me with so many things so many times on the fitness floor and the front desk. Andi I believe is an administrator but she has always been very helpful and kind to all the members of my family. This is a great place that deserves our support.
July 2nd, 2025i m
Summer camp here is top tier! The staff are friendly, informative, caring, engaging and encouraging. They keep the kids busy with plenty of fun activities. My kid loves the themed weeks. Compared to other parks/rec centers we have experienced, this Y is in a different league. Its a safe place where the kids are being cared for, not just watched.
July 29th, 2025catrina ray
Looking to find a pool I can get in my name is Catrina I used to be 955lbs I’m now 403lbs when I call the lady was amazing on the phone customer service was amazing Google my name to keep up with my journey
August 30th, 2025Rob Harrison
I've been a member for 2 months. The trainer's are very friendly. But quick to point out that they are not free. When I said I wasn't interested and paying for their services the friendliness disappeared.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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| Monday | 5:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
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