I am going to say as a new member if you want to join do not join this place you’re going to pay $109 a month and there’s no product in the shower, Cowls is no longer around, the steam room is closed. All the gyms in DC have reopened steam rooms and have full product and showers and towels have resumed But the Y is stuck back in time and the excuse is just excuses I don’t want to get in to on here. So at least if they were going to do that at least offer a discount but they’re not doing that. I spoke to some people who are members of the Y for a long time and their membership at $60 or less so it’s not fair, so I think they are taking advantage of people during a pandemic money wise. Even the foot traffic is always empty before Covid it was always crowded. If you are thinking about joining join when they have re-open the steam rooms and towels have come back on just like every other gyms in Washington DC. I had high expectations for this place from what they’re known for but I was disappointed. I think they will go back to the golden days that they were known for when covid goes away BUT This does not explain the point that I’m making, all the GYMS in DC have reopened everything why is the Y stuck in time????

Got 2 experience this place once the big dawg building got sold out on us. Thanks for the brand new memories, YMCA! I thought this joint was on V street tho? 🤔

Was told that memberships were put on pause for the pandemic and then was charged full price every single month in the summer and fall of 2020, when gyms were not even allowed to be open. I didnt receive a single email, letter, or phone call alerting me that they had started charging again. Honestly this is such a scam. They kept charging despite the entire fitness facility being 100% closed for months, and despite the fact that they said both on the phone and on their website that they were putting memberships on pause. No clear communication on their website either.

I wouldnt recommend this gym. The trainers and floor staff are rude. You also pay over $100 a month. I give it two stars because the facilities are nice and theres a good number of machines to mix up your workouts. But your money is probably better spent elsewhere.

Beautiful facility. We did child swim classes and were very impressed.

Extremely inconsiderate neighbors. This YMCA has continually played loud music early in the morning on their roof less than 5 feet from where I live. They have been asked several times to refrain from playing music soo loud and soo early but have ignored all requests. They are leaving residents no choice but to go to the courts or city for results.

I just saw another persons review on how loud the YMCA is with the workout music on the roof. I 100% agree, I also live at 14w and it wakes our family up all the time.

Great, well managed urban YI remember when they tore down the old one and created this space as a flagship to hold down the condos and the sprawl of 14th StThey did so in the nick of time!Pleasant staff, pool, weights, classes, plenty of amenities including a saunaI am blessed I get to come hereOut of town Y members:The AWAY deal here is less generous than in other urban settingsIts $10 a visitWell worth itPerhaps as they get more established they can afford to be more generous

The best Y I have ever been into. Period. Not only an excellent centre, but a walking history lesson as well. Extremely well set out. Clean, very helpful staff, good range of equipment and plenty of it. Credit to staff and management. Will be a return customer.

Summer camp is very disappointing. Aquatic camp begins in a fitness studio room with no tables, chairs, floor where people are exercising during the evening. They go to the pool that is freezing cold. Eat lunch on the floor in the exercise room. Its just unimaginable that someone thinks this experience is best. summer. ever.

The YMCA is amazing, the amenities are great. Long comfortable tawls, steam room, sauna, the showers are great architecture designed, the hallways and floors are marvelous to prevent sleeping, lockers with personal combination, and great up dated equipment

Friendly front desk staff but theyre all about sales. They asked what I needed when I arrived, I said I was there for membership info and they in turn asked if I wanted a tour, to which I said, no, just rates. They asked me to wait while they finished up with a customer. I waited until it was my turn only to be pushed to sign up for a tour again. And once more I declined, saying I only wanted to know rates. The female staff member replied that they only give rates during tours and, when would be a good time for you to come back for a tour? We have a lovely facility.You made me wait to tell me that? Its like Im talking to a wall, or in this case a saleswoman with her own agenda. I dont need to know about all the wonderful equipment you have that Im not going to use when all I want to know is how much it would cost me to use the pool. No thanks.

This Y is beautiful and has everything- sauna, hot tub, climbing wall, state of the art equipment, yoga classes, spin classes, body pump, kick boxing, culinary classes, etc. Literally everything. Its a beautiful building with a lot to offer.Further, this was named after Anthony Bowen, an African American man who wanted to create a place for low-income folks and people of color to have access to healthy living services. Low in behold, I came to find out the the gym is $91 per month (not including the joining fee).I would love to go here, but it is NOT realistic for many folks to go here in terms of budget. Super disappointed in the YMCA, as it claims itself to be a non-profit.

Although the facility is wonderful, A+, I cant say the same thing for the front desk staff. The front desk is always filled with people who seem to only know how to scan member IDs. Not one question I have asked them as been answered to my satisfaction. For example, I called to ask about the availability of a weekend course (that requires sign up) considering that it is already Thursday, I figured folks should know if a class will occur or not on the weekend. I got a I dont know.YMCA needs to train staff on how to resolve issues instead of saying I dont know.

One of the most expensive gyms in the area, even though it is a non-profit. The financial assistance had a five month long wait, and makes the gym extremely inaccessible for individuals in the neighborhood.Comparatively, Vida and Washington Sports Club are both cheaper.Even more concerning, instead of offering New Years deals like most clubs, the Y chose to increase their membership fee by $10, making it over $100 a month for a monthly membership when you add taxes.Staff is friendly and helpful, but the price is inexcusable. Gentrification at its finest.

Very helpful people staff work here, and very clean places. I been with YMCA with 50 + years, using there service around the world,But this location, once youre here different joyand feeling comes.

Absolutely accommodating for our event even with crazy weather. The staff went above and beyond for us and our party.

Best YMCA. Clean facilities. Friendly staff. Havent tried the trainers yet. The history behind this YMCA is inspiring.

Always greeted in the early morning hours by a cheerful front desk staff. Enjoy going there.

Wow still smells new! Fun, friendly, and courteous staff. Facilities are amazeballs! Great way to spend some quality time while you are layed over at Union Station in Washington DC.

VERY VERY rude employees not helpful in any way or shape.The place is very clean all equpments great.For a $100 a month go somewhere else.

Great facilities, friendly staff, excellent classes. I wish that there were a few more lunchtime mid-week class options but the ones they have are great!

Great gym at 14/U Mid-town area. Love the community environment.

Very good. Everyone is very helpful and polite. The building is kept very clean.

I was excited to join the Y as I was a prior member in a location in PA. I called multiple times just to find out what their membership rates were. The person on the phone informed us that we had to come in for a tour first. We didnt live in the area at the time and could not do this. When we tried to explain this, the man refused to inform us of the fees. So I tried to pull it out of him by throwing some numbers, 70, 100, 150???!! He insisted that we would be supporting the community with our membership and began to argue with me on this. Im not going to support my community through an organization that does not disclose their costs. Thanks.

Started coming here recently and love it. Nice concept and compared with other gyms in the area it is reasonably priced.

Great place to work out at, high end equipment, clean and neat. Staff is helpful

1 bench set and a few other gimmick equipment. For the price you pay there are a lot better options just outside of dc for half the cost.

Extremely expensive and has rude front desk staff during daytime. Would recommend other gyms in the area which I’ve heard have much better service and cost much less.

I havent been there yet. It looks really nice and is convenient for me, but the hassle I experienced trying to navigate their convoluted site and speaking to multiple reps who kept giving me half ass info about the cost classes etc, was enough to turn me off

We went to this facility because I was looking for more information about swimming lessons for my children, but when I arrived I went to the reception to ask for information, this lady treated me like I was asking for free I was speaking to her in English and she was acting like she doesnt understand English this is racism I want to let you know that if I looking for it is because I have the money to pay you need to look for people who want to work if I could put 0 stars I would leave them a bad experience

About the cost is true. (Never clear by phone) I was in person, when I asked for family plan the lady from desk super nice with the information but when I WAS MORE SPECIFIC FOR ANY HELP FOR DC recidentes and lower income working class, she changed 100% ....I need call this # and the waiting list is super long. ..realistic not hope, not nice any more ..this is charitie place or private country club1.the person how take care the Subsidy program never answers the call,or email.And was dorp off all my information and requirements with the application they nevercall me or email.In conclusion I am paid all full the fees for family plan plus more $300,one time after that I pays every month $113.15 only for me and my son the fanny thing show in my credit card statement charities.??My question this place really is for working family or what?? Realist is not a lot for fews for other is a lot plus why they offers help ???in subsidy ..

Great friendly staff and brand new facilities and equipment. I love this Y.

Fantastic facility and staff...proud to be a member of a legacy...

Love the steam room and yoga on the terrace!

Great location, clean facilities, excellent trainers!

Great gym, pool, and weights. Child care too

The new management is extremely disappointing

The staff very friendly.

A great place and service

Only Y to charge me as a visitor.

YMCA Anthony Bowen

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