The Jorgensen Family YMCA in Fort Wayne, IN offers a variety of facilities and classes catering to different fitness needs. This recreation center features extensive gym equipment, indoor and outdoor pools, a rock-climbing wall, childcare services, and a wide array of exercise classes like Zumba and belly dancing. Many members appreciate the friendly staff and clean, well-maintained environment, making it a popular choice for families and individuals alike. However, it also faces issues like equipment aging, overcrowded areas, and inconsistent staff behavior.
Despite some drawbacks, including high membership fees and closures of pool amenities, many patrons still find the YMCA provides good value with its variety of activities and supportive community. Besides summer camps and youth programs, the center fosters inclusivity with features like an Autism sensory room and adult changing tables. Overall, it remains a favorite for many, though improvements in communication and management could enhance the experience.
Pros:
- Variety of facilities and classes.
- Friendly and welcoming staff.
- Indoor and outdoor pools.
- Rock climbing wall.
- Childcare services available.
- Clean and well-maintained environment.
- Good disability accessibility.
- Extensive gym equipment.
- Supportive and inclusive community.
- Fun and rejuvenating exercise classes.
Cons:
- Aging equipment in the gym.
- Overcrowded areas, especially during peak times.
- Inconsistent staff behavior and communication.
Location / Contact
- Address: 10313 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804, United States
- Phone:+1 260-432-8953
- Email:[email protected]
- Website:fwymca.org
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Frequently Asked Questions
Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.2-star.
This business has 60 reviews.
The address is: 10313 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804, United States .
The contact number is +1 260-432-8953
This service is listed under Recreation Center .
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Wecoolin 23
2 years ago
Playing basketball and hanging out with friends is great here!!
Evelyn B
2 years ago
4-20-22 I dropped my kids off to go workout. It was around 6:40-7:55. I am really displeased by the child care room tonight. My 2 year old son didn’t make it to the bathroom in time & wet his pants. No one notified me. Instead of calling me they just let him walk around in soaking wet bottoms. I asked my oldest who is 9 how long had he been wet and she said for a while. Why wouldn’t the staff let me know? That the reason they want to know where I’m at and my phone number just in case anything happens right? Not only is that lazy but also shows they just didn’t care! The pants were light color so of course his wet pants were very noticeable. Then what makes it worse the same child watcher snatches a toy from my 2 year old as he was leaving. She didn’t nicely ask for they toy, she just snatched it out of his hands. I live right behind Jorgensen but I always go to Lehman. Lehman has never treated my son so poorly. Management should really talk to their staff. It was disgusting to know my child was treated so poorly.
E M
2 years ago
Very beautiful facility BUT I felt so uncomfortable there, people were very rude unwelcoming and it showed we walked the track and I spoke to almost everyone I saw and no one replied not a one, it was so unsettling. I wanted to bring my whole family but decided to check out our first and I'm glad I did because this place is not a family friendly place at all. So disappointed ALSO we went to the pool it said pool closed but there were people swimming in the pool we asked how was the pool closed and there were people in there and we were ignored. I guess only certain people were allowed in the pool but there were young and old people swimming. The people there are rude to only us because we weren't "their kind of people" it was sad to know there are people in this world that are so hateful and immature.
Stee Weaver
2 years ago
I've never had an issue here until today which appeared to be after school. Usually a great place to work out in relative peace. I ran track today and almost plastered a kid who was going the wrong way. Right when I got up to the track I was met with loud f bombs and kids hitting each other, security doors triggering, etc. Seriously the volume hurt my ears. I'm all about kids being kids, but I want to work out not go through bs. It appears teens and kids just get dropped off for babysitting like the old malls as it's "safe." Whatever, I'll prolly just make sure to go in the morning to be able to work out without fear of kids running into me. No one says anything, so I said something both to the kids and the staff.
Casey Wright
2 years ago
I went here tonight/while technically yesterday and it was awesome I love everything about this place. So exciting!!!! They have everything. This is the Best YMCA in Fort Wayne!!!! This Ymca💙 has plenty of space to workout💪🏻🏋🏼♀️💫 in and there is everything to do!!!! Very nice and clean. The atmosphere is just beautiful and luxurious💗 and lots or space. Amazing place❣ and friendly staff!!!!Will be back again!!!! The only Ymca💙 I want to go to now!!!! 5 Stars⭐
kyle weese
2 years ago
I wore slip ons in the weight area because I wanted to do deadlifts in socks. Two employees got very angry with me and one of them threatened to call the police if I didn't leave... because I did my back exercises in what they think are the wrong shoes. This place is a joke.I've been lifting here for years and never had an issue wearing slip ons. The parkview ymca is way better. The steam room, sauna, weights, and pool is higher quality there. And the employees are nice there and greet with a smile.
Erik S
2 years ago
Great facility for the most part. Only thing that bothers me is the hours. Hours are limited especially on weekends.
Julie Korpilahti
3 years ago
Nice place. Fun for the kids. Suggestion on the seating in the shade. What about a sign that says "PLEASE. Don't reserve chairs in the shade unless ALL guests are also sitting in the shade and not swimming" There was only 2 umbrellas, and all chairs were reserved with towels, but not a single person sitting. I get burned easy, and needed a shade spot.
Sarah Kosinski
3 years ago
We have been members for a year. We have not once seen the indoor slide at the pool open. I personally have never seen the big slide open at the outdoor pool. We joined for our children, and as this being a main amenity for them, it's very misleading and disappointing to see that what was told to us, is not accurate.Additionally, My son attended a weekday summer camp (m-f) and was so miserable that week that I canceled our remaining camps. They never did anything they said they were going to do, a ton of sitting around and missed multiple pool sessions because of lack of planning on the counselors part.
Jonathan Derr
3 years ago
My son has been playing basketball through the youth program at the Jorgensen Y for years and always had a great experience.However, this particular season is terribly unorganized. The basketball game is much more physical than it should be for a group of 6-8 year old's and the ref was more interested playing on his phone than watching the game. Whoever is running the program changed the times of the last 3 or 4 games of the season and as a result we will miss the remaining games due to scheduling conflicts. We've definitely noticed a difference in the organization of the program this year. This season has been disappointing.