Upstairs can get stinky. The fans blow stinky sweat air around.

Love the Y and like working out with other people that also love this Y! The front desk staff are wonderful - very welcoming and take time to get to know you. I prefer some of the older equipment pieces over newer version at the downtown from an ergonomic workout perspective. Could use some sprucing up around the edges. Downtown location would benefit from the lobby a bit more welcoming...perhaps add round tables and chairs, some plants, lighting just a tad brighter,, low-volume music? Perhaps prioritize more outgoing staff for that important front desk role, reminding members they've just come through the doors of a Y :)

There are so many classes to choose from (something for everyone and every age), and all the ones I've tried have been great.

The equipment hasn’t been updated (especially superior) for example there isn’t an actual cycling bike like the ones in the cycling classes available in the main cardio areas. The classes are astronomical in pricing. Like $400 for a class per person. Like half that would be high but acceptable. This is someone who loves YMCA.

Get people working the front desk to be mindful of their demeanor. Ask instructor, Amy, to resist eye rolls.

Coffee is never made early morning these days like it used to, don’t have all the equipment recommended for workouts so need to improvise. But mostly the coffee, something I looked forward to my first 15 visits and they just stopped making it

Enjoy the variety of classes and use of gym equipment.

The Y works for we as I like the water
Aerobics to improve my balance, osteopenia and muscles!

I enjoy the folk who swim to improve their health.

Sacramento Central YMCA is more than just a place I exercise—it feesl like my community and a place where I feel comfortable, welcomed, and connected

Because I paid cash, the first month. Now if I return I pay 29.00

I love the water aerobics class and my friends I have developed they are my new family.

Updating the strength equipment and having more variety in strength equipment. Also the children's care area is quite small.

I like the services and convenience at the Y.

Lots

Old bench pads that were ripped and duct taped back together. No a/c in the cardio room

On summer days, its hard to run on the treadmill because the room is not cool enough and the treadmills are by the window getting all the heat from outside

More intermediate level exercise classes for seniors.
Instructors that are trained and focus on proper and safe body mechanics. Mohammed and Amy are excellent examples.
Have instructors stick to class size limits in the Studios. The gym being an exception.
Have more hand weights. Participants take 2 pair of different weights which limits availability.

Everything! Personnel are helpful and friendly. The facilities are well maintained. Communications of upcoming events and ways to participate are always well done.

I really like the convenience of the Y and love the Water Arthritis class - Pat is such a good coach!

More dance-based classes. Evening dance classes are difficult for women with families. Dinner time. And really, most people can’t eat right before a dance class.

The biggest reservation I have is the severely outdated gym equipment and lack of plates in the weight room. I prefer the Capital location for that reason only

Since I'm new (sort of) I asked the young lady at the front desk if she had time to give me a brief in service on how to operate the stationary bikes. She was wonderful! So kind, patient and helpful. I also was happy that it wasn't too crowded on the day/time I went which is always a plus. Thank you.

More open swim slots from 5pm to 8pm.

My feedback to you is my bringing a guest or potential new member to your facility would not be possible. For starters, the lobby is so uninviting. The interior is ridiculously old and shabby and what few chairs that are in the lobby seem like they came out of a fast food restaurant. That is, they are metal, bulletproof, uncomfortable and uninviting to the member.
The equipment room is also pretty dismal. The “equipment out of order” signs on the equipment never seem to get resolved. One of the machines has had a sign on it since 2025. As of yesterday there were signs on 3 machines. One since December.
Great staff. Everyone’s friendly. Substandard facility.

A lot of equipment too old, poor surface for pickleball and never anyone there for pickup basketball