Sequoia YMCA - Redwood City (CA)

4 /5 Samantha Castaneda: I’m only leaving a review for the adult swimming lessons, locker room, and parking. Swimming instructor is a sweetheart and he doesn’t push students to do something they aren’t comfortable in doing. The locker room could be more throughly cleaned and the parking during the weekday evenings is a nightmare. The parking space is small and crowded and it can be tough finding a parking spot including out in the street area.

5 /5 L P: Everyone, staff and members, are super nice, helpful, polite and fun to be around. I am looking forward to joining this week so I can be a part of this lovely community the Y has created.

3 /5 Jing: Ah, this gym offers countless extras you wont find in the brochure, all included in the base membership. Agility training: want some dumbbells, challenge your footwork tip-toeing around all the dumbbells on the ground to make it to the rack (see pic). Also a bit of a treasure hunt, fun! Soft gym upholstery: residual sweat from other gym-goers both seasons the tough material while making it feel like a group workout! Getting tired? Move your workout to the TRX room, where the aroma will snap you out of your funk and motivate you to be efficient and get your stuff done asap, so you get get the heck outta there. One of the many benefits of carpet in a gym. Seriously, with so many specialized and personal trainer-focused gyms in the area, its nice to have just a basic gym. But its a bit of a diamond in the rough. I think if the staff made even small changes, it could be so much better.

5 /5 Alfredo Chorro: Three years ago, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My doctors advised me to improve my diet and exercise, which led me to the Sequoia YMCA. My friend Billy suggested I try Amy’s bicycle exercise class, and after just two sessions, I noticed a significant boost in my strength and, even more importantly, my mood. From that moment on, the YMCA became more than just a place to work out—it became a community. I’ve met incredible people who continue to inspire and encourage me every day. I’ve explored various programs, including Senior Exercise and Zumba, all of which have been fantastic. If only I had the time and energy to do them all! I also joined the aquatic exercise program (six times a week!) and even became part of the aquatic volleyball team—what a blast! Then, three months ago, my doctors performed another biopsy. This time, the pathologist found no cancer cells. None. For this, I am profoundly grateful. "Infinitas gracias" to my new friends, the incredible instructors, the dedicated directors, and the entire crew at the Sequoia YMCA. Your support, energy, and encouragement have made an immeasurable difference in my life.

5 /5 Maria Messina: I really enjoy adult fitness program. The staff is friendly and caring.