Elk River YMCA 13337 Business Center Drive Northwest, Elk River, MN 55330

"I have been a member of the Elk River YMCA for many years. But at the end of this month I will no longer be. I love to swim. That’s a big reason I joined the Y versus the other clubs with no swimming pool. But over the last year or so I have found myself unable to use the pool when I go. The YMCA subcontracted the pool to the elk River high school swim team. Don’t get me wrong I’m all for helping the kids but not at the expense of the dues paying members. The swim team gets the pool from 5:00 pm to close every Monday Wednesday and Friday. This goes on for months at a time. I work during the week so I can’t come that early. I have talked to YMCA management about my concerns and even offered solutions - like leave one lane open or have the swim team be done a half hour before close but I get blown off or ignored. I even asked the swim team once if I could use one lane for 15 minutes. There was plenty of room but all I got was an arrogant ‘nope we are using the pool. I pay dues there! Or at least I was. I should be able to use what I’m paying for. But they don’t care. I don’t think I’m being unreasonable here. So I’m done. It’s too bad too because it’s close to my house and it was a nice place."

"No organization of weights I find myself reorganizing weights every session. There’s 45s where 10s should be. Also people horde the dumbbells like they own them. Let’s have more accountability, put weights back in between sets so others can use them. They aren’t going anywhere."

"YMCA has always been my favorite health club. This one is excellent so far. Desk customer service has been friendly, welcoming & happy to answer questions. The facility is clean & has something for everyone. Nice variety of classes. Good place to come - welcoming & inclusive."

"Good facility. The pool area has a Kia play/splash pad, but. It’s not the best the Y has to offer in the metro area. Overall, a nice clean facility to use."