New Rochelle YMCA offers a variety of activities including swimming lessons, a well-equipped exercise room, and pickleball. The swimming instructor Marcello is highly praised by many parents for his effective and passionate coaching, helping children to improve their skills and confidence significantly. The staff, especially Dafne, is noted for their excellent customer service, making members feel welcomed and supported. The community-oriented environment is appreciated by members.
However, there are serious concerns about the cleanliness of the facilities, particularly the showers and locker rooms, with multiple reports of black mold and poor maintenance. Additionally, some members have had negative experiences with the lifeguards and the scheduling of pool activities.
Pros:
- Excellent swimming instructor Marcello
- Friendly and supportive staff
- Effective swimming lessons for children
- Well-equipped exercise room
- Daily pickleball activities
- Warm swimming pool weather
- Positive community environment
- Good value for the membership price
- Helpful customer service from Dafne
- Great children's programs and summer camp
Cons:
- Dirty showers and locker rooms
- Reports of rude lifeguards
- Inconsistent pool schedule
Description
Community-focused nonprofit established in 1844 with recreational programs & services for all ages.
Location / Contact
- Address: 50 Weyman Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10805, United States
- Phone:+1 914-632-1818
- Website:nrymca.org
Rating Stats
Reviews (20)
Frequently Asked Questions
Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 3.6-star.
This business has 20 reviews.
The address is: 50 Weyman Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10805, United States .
The contact number is +1 914-632-1818
This service is listed under Youth Organization .
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Alea Hakeem
1 year ago
My son, Cameron, had Marcelo for swim instruction. His level of professionalism and efficiency is outstanding and his style of teaching is extremely effective. I will definitely request him for any future swim instruction my family may need!
Martin Myers
1 year ago
My son takes swimming lessons at the YMCA. His instructor Marcello is absolutely amazing. I would recommend him to anyone who has a child that want swimming lessons
Eva Dietz
1 year ago
My kids (4 and 5.5) just had their first swim lesson with Marcelo and I couldn't be happier! He knew exactly how to get them engaged and I can't believe how much progress they have made already -- at this rate they will be doing laps by …
SD Blaine
1 year ago
I sign up for private swim class and was assigned Marcello as my swim instructor, and as a teacher with NYC DoE, I must say Marcello is a very good at what he does. As an instructor, he knows his craft and uses great techniques to help me …
Jenelle Brown
1 year ago
I recently started swimming at the New Rochelle YMCA with instructor, Marcello, and he's done great with instructing us on swimming techniques. I feel safe learning from him - you get your money's worth with training with him. The …
Nikesha Johnson
1 year ago
Had my first lesson with Marcelo and it was AMAZING! I've taken several lessons and unfortunately still can't swim but after 1hr he had me treading water in 12ft! I cried! He is the best! I'm looking forward to my next lesson ❤️
Elesia Knott
1 year ago
I would like to complement swimming coach Marcelo at this location. He is very passionate and thorough with his teaching technique's. He has the ability to help you overcome fear of the water to help you navigate in the deep in smoothly …
Hien Tran
1 year ago
My daughter was lucky to get into the lottery program and seated to the PreK class at this YMCA 2021-2022, there is no word can express how much we love it here. …
Daniela Daza
1 year ago
They have great kid programs at good prices which is why I got the kids membership. My daughter will soon work with Marcelo for private swimming lessons. Just observing him he uses every second of the lesson motivating and instructing the …
Christina Coons
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