Hickory Foundation YMCA 701 1st Street Northwest, Hickory, NC 28601

"Just became a member through my college and I’m kind of new to the area. I only moved here last year, but this is definitely one of the best YMCA’s I’ve ever seen. They have so many options and the pool area is nice and spacious and the Jacuzzi in the sauna is a nice touch too. Also the gym looks awesome. Can’t wait to become a regular here."

"The YMCA has a large variety classes with top notch instructors. It is a friendly environment with some fun added into exercise and activities. Reduced fees for some members, sports programs, a teen center, and health related programs show a commitment to welcoming all."

"I love the Hickory foundation YMCA. It is like spending time with family every day. As a working member I appreciate the early morning classes and noontime classes. There is such a variety of classes and activities. The facility embraces the slogan join a cause not a gym. They put Christian principles into the action with welcoming, friendly employees. As a veteran and I feel valued and appreciate the veteran discount. In my 40 years of gym membership this is simple the best place!!!"

"My wife is a member at the Hickory Foundation YMCA and she absolutely loves it. Good clean facility, awesome staff and great programs for all ages and all levels of fitness. She loves the upstairs walking track and the water exercise classes. She enjoys the Silver Sneakers classes as well. She says the staff is well trained and always willing to help someone who doesn't know how to use a machine or do a certain task. The Yoga classes are excellent. She wishes they had a Tia Chi class. She loves that fact that they offer a class to help people work on not becoming a diabetic and that there is a cancer survivor class that people can attend. She likes the fact that they reach out to the community and seeks to do things for the teens in our area to keep them on a Christian pathway and keep them out of trouble. She is excited to see the final outcome of the renovations taking place right now. I give it 5 stars for her, it has helped her to keep her weight down and she has lost more weight as well. Which is helping her to keep her diabetes well under control. I am planning on joining her there as soon as my Silver Sneakers kicks in."

"I have been a member of the YMCA for over 30 years. It has always been a welcoming place. The classes become like family and all the instructors are great at showing modifications. No class is ever the same and they have tons of variety for all fitness levels. Personal Training is top notch and has helped me over the years to meet my goals. When down with various injuries it has always been easy to find something to do to keep active. This non-profit is a great way to support my community!"