Dr. P. Phillips YMCA Family Center - Orlando, Florida

Elen Muller

This is a place where the client not only does activities, but develops a relationship with the body and all the skills that this body can be challenged with. What I admire most about the YMCA, besides the fantastic structure, is the inclusion of all ages, which is an innovation.

Different age groups have varying fitness levels, needs, and goals. For example, children classes can focus on developing motor skills, coordination, and healthy habits and seniors classes might emphasize balance, flexibility, and strength to maintain independence and prevent falls. Offering a variety of classes ensures that the gym is inclusive, accommodating members of all ages and fitness levels. This inclusivity can attract a broader membership base and foster a diverse community.

The rehabilitation center is very crucial for those who are in need of physical therapy. Another factor that I appreciate is the variety of classes in its 4 spaces (a, b, c, d) and other spaces for activities such as football, yoga or squash. In your app you can book the pool for swimming, starting at 5am, which is extremely convenient.

Also, the space for weight training and aerobic activities is large and airy (an essential quality in the Florida heat). In addition to all this, the staff is super friendly and competent. Henry is one of them who helps us by speaking in Spanish, English or Portuguese.

The space for the kids allows parents to exercise while their children play. And, at the end of your workout you can enjoy a sauna like a spa day! It is a pleasure to have found a place that combines health and well-being.

Scott Ziegler

Good overall
Management and staff mostly provide good operations and service. A few are excellent.

The focus on ensuring member conduct (roving groups of disrespectful teenagers aren’t tolerated), the lap pool, steam room, safe parking lot and Foxtail coffee lounge are unique and important assets.

Posted signs detailing simple rules and ways to use 5 of the men’s locker room amenities would be greatly helpful.

As a highly recognized community landmark and asset, don’t wait too long like I did to visit the DP Y.

Isabelle Mayberry

I love this YMCA. I’ve been coming here for years And I had the rudest encounter today with the manager or whatever she is of the Foxtail coffee She has a short brown bob haircut and I just asked her for a small cup with just ice in it and she said she couldn’t give it to me not even if I paid for it I don’t understand why I am paying for a membership here when I can’t even get a small cup of ice? This manager lady at this Foxtel coffee shop needs to better customer service because it’s just a small cup of ice like it’s not coming out of her pocket. It’s just one cup each little plastic cup cost one cent. It’s actually insane to think how much I pay for the YMCA every month and I can’t even get a cup of ice because I don’t have my own cup!!

A DK.

I’ve been a member of this YMCA for some time now, and I couldn’t be happier with the facility and staff. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and the equipment is well-maintained. I especially want to mention Pam, who is such a sweet person and incredibly knowledgeable. She’s always ready to help with any questions or concerns and makes the experience even better. Highly recommend this YMCA to anyone looking for a supportive and friendly environment!

Veronica Valdez

I so appreciate all the programming offered by the Dr Phillips YMCA, but this review is about one of their newest programs/classes, the BRAIN FITNESS ACADEMY. This program has become near and dear to my entire family.

I am a C-suite professional dealing with the daunting reality of balancing my professional life with caring for my 79 yr old mother, who lives with me and also lives with DEMENTIA. Although my mother struggles with Dementia, the Brain Fitness Academy allows her to maintain a much better quality of life. This amazing program enriches not only my Mom’s life, but also the lives of 13 other similarly-situated Dementia/Alzheimer’s patients dealing with different stages of memory loss, My Mom and her classmates meet every Monday and Wednesday from 9am-2pm. Some are accompanied by caregivers and some are not.

Each day is filled with interactive activities such as meditation, Zumba, chat sessions, coloring, dancing, arts and crafts, trivia games and lunch etc. This program brings out another side of my Mom. Prior to the program, she was with her caregiver or mainly at home watching television. Now she has a LIFE! She looks forward to each Monday and Wednesday session. She is now stimulated, engaged and challenged MENTALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICLLY and SOCIALLY. Her caregiver, who attends each class with her, can’t stop bragging about the change she sees in Mom.

I want to thank the Director of the program, Michelle Marone, for being so kind, professional and compassionate from the first moment we met. It’s obvious that this is truly a labor of love for her and the Dr. Phillips YMCA. I would highly recommend this program for any one of age struggling with MEMORY LOSS. The team of instructors, aids, staff and vendors are all consummate, skilled professionals who enjoy the work.

To Whom Much is given much is required.
We as a WHOLE must take care of our most vulnerable.
For as long as Mom is on this earth, I want her days to be filled with JOY, MEANING & PURPOSE.

Kudos to the Dr. Phillips YMCA & the BRAIN FITNESS ACADEMY for giving her just that!

Veronica

PATRICIA FAGGIONATO

I love this place. I’m new at the gym, I went to play pickleball, everybody!!! From the instructor to the players. everyone was so friendly and nice. The gym is clean. Everything is perfect . I love YMCA. Amo este gimnasio, fui a jugar pickleball y TODOS!! Desde el instructor hasta las personas que participaban fueron muy amables, atentos. El gimnasio está muy limpio. Todo es Perfecto.

JULIE MARTIN REALTOR

INCREDIBLE place! Not just a gym, but a community! Truly. The classes are taught by extremely TALENTED and CARING instructors. They know your name and notice when you aren’t there, even though there are 60+ people there regularly. You feel so connected to the instructors and staff as well as your fellow classmates. This place has breathed new life into me! I’ll never leave unless I move too far away.

Adanis M

Being a member here for over 7 years has been and continues to be an amazing experience! Everyone is very friendly, kind, and welcoming! The place is kept very neat and clean! Michele Marie is an AWESOME leader who leads by example! She's always there for the staff and members! Michele Marie's Zumba classes are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! The classes are super welcoming and full of good energy!!! She is super motivational, inspiring, and uplifting to everyone!!! If you haven't tried it yet, please do. It is AWESOME!!!