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Southside YMCA
8482 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, United States
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Ob
Review №1

I am so glad the AC was running today (not 11/5/2019). This is the first time I get a full exercise in 7 months. Previously, I could not last through the whole session without having to leave early because of AC not running. Keep it up and running folks. Thank you.Today 11/5/20192 stars!! Compared t 5 stars in above commentsWhat is the deal? Cannot even breath inside. A/C is off. Spraying disinfectant does not clear the air, it just covers the bad odor. Stop being cheap with the A/C. Now I go down to 2 stars. My wife set foot in to exercise today, she was out in few minutes.

Ad
Review №2

Very low key Y. Nothing for kids to do unlike other Ys. It seems to be on subsistence. The desk staff is really friendly. However, they have confused sticking to Christian values with posting big prayers reinforcing the superiority of Jesus Christ which is not what a Y should be doing. I have been to many Ys across the country and this one is the first one that explicitly makes non-Christians seem out of place. The irony is that their most popular classes seem to be yoga.

Ce
Review №3

Extremely clean and well kept. Staff very knowledgeable and friendly. Just like ole home week. I love it!

Ca
Review №4

The warm personnel and the space available for exercising whether in a group or with machines or on trx & stretching; i’m not a fan of cramped spaceslove having a skilled medically certified massage therapist too

Ri
Review №5

This is a well run facility with a friendly staff. It is family oriented. This Y welcomes all comers. I have personally been impressed with the trainers. They encourage, dont push. They are knowledgeable. They design a custom program to meet your needs. The pool, whirlpool and steam room are a plus. Even though this site is tired and could use renovation and upgrade, I find itsuperior to the ubiquitous for-profit gym-in-a-box due entirely to the staff . This site has a new Director. It is well patronized. My hope that it is in line for capital investment which would give it the highest rating in my view.

Ac
Review №6

This YMCA location is older and has old equipment. The staff is nice and the facility is usually not crowded. It is conveniently located and easy to access. Has an indoor pool. The only real negative is that it is old and due for an update.

Be
Review №7

Great place to work out an relax the mind. Friendly staff an the bldg was clean. Hopefully the sauna is up and running. Steam room is a plus

CJ
Review №8

Old and run down. But its just what I need to get the job done. Been going there for 19 years. Not much has changed.

Th
Review №9

Love the location and the convince. Facility is always clean. Dependable showers. Affordable prices. And the equipment is always functioning.

Na
Review №10

I wish Always the AC is running so I can continue my exercise I love the stuff and the classes

Jo
Review №11

The facility is not a YMCA facility and the staff is okay but changes frequently. They do not have much experience with how to help you exercise because they are not avid in doing it themselves. You can tell who their frequent customers are and seem to have more knowledge and are more helpful then the workers themselves..

Ma
Review №12

Southside Y in Baton Rouge has friendly staff. I enjoy the two classes I attend, instructors, and socializing with other members. It makes my day!

Ma
Review №13

They keep increasing prices and cutting back the hours open. They close at any opportunity, all holidays. Definitely not run like a business. Been a member since 1995 and considering switching gyms. Their hours are so inconvenient.

Li
Review №14

Equipment is a little outdated, but you get a great workout in nonetheless. Indoor pool is nice if its too cold outside. Dont know of any gyms that have pools these days. Great feature and Ill take that any day over new equipment.

Na
Review №15

Great value and place to work out. Plenty of good equipment and space.

Ca
Review №16

Very friendly staff and users. Brand new Precor treadmills, excellent variety of classes. I particularly like Devlin’s toning classes.

Yo
Review №17

Nice —work out and get moving biblical scripture and bible I love it Keep your joints moving at any age

Je
Review №18

Great strength training classes held here.

El
Review №19

I arrive at the Y every morning at 5:00 a.m., some mornings I dont feel like being there. But when I am greeted by your employee Marion, he makes me feel MUCH BETTER!

Vi
Review №20

The equipment is great and the employees are friendly.

Br
Review №21

The manager was a little creepy and the facility is sort of nasty. There is mold on the sauna wall and they have closed their outdoor pool because it is not up to code. They lack in workout equipment and seem to appeal to an older crowd. If you are younger than 45 this may not be the scene you wish to be around. Majority of places seem to have youth who workout throughout the day but the only youth that are there are the workers who seemed to be ill trained and do not know their way around a weight. My suggestions is to try the Manship that is not far AT ALL from down the road or one of the other many facilities who seem to be more with it.

cl
Review №22

Nothing negative to say, equipment is pretty decent, and not huge crowd so you have to wait for machines. Indoor pool also a nice touch

Aa
Review №23

My second favorite YMCA behind AC Lewis. Has a pretty good mix of equipment and usually too crowded.

Am
Review №24

I love all of the YMCAs in BR. I mainly go for Zumba classes but occasionally to try out another class or just use the cardio equipment or weights. The group exercise classes can get a little crowded and it gets pretty hot in the room. Get there early for a good spot and stay hydrated!

Al
Review №25

Friendly, knowledgeable, and responsible staff. Family atmosphere.

Ma
Review №26

EASY IN AND OUT. FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE.

Be
Review №27

Well maintained and lots of classes to choose from.

Sh
Review №28

Love coming here to workout.Great facility.

Tr
Review №29

Great members! Love the family atmosphere!

Ca
Review №30

Everyone is so kind and patient.

Ca
Review №31

Great people and great workouts

R.
Review №32

Great facility

Pa
Review №33

Variety of excerise options.

Jo
Review №34

Always clean

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4.5 Rating
  • Address:8482 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, United States
  • Site:http://ymcabr.org/branch-locator/southside-ymca
  • Phone:+1 225-766-2991
Categories
  • Gym
  • Sports complex
Working hours
  • Monday:5am–7pm
  • Tuesday:8am–3pm
  • Wednesday:1–5pm
  • Thursday:5am–9pm
  • Friday:5am–9pm
  • Saturday:5am–9pm
  • Sunday:5am–9pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
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