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Portsmouth YMCA offers a comprehensive workout facility and community space at 4900 High St W, Portsmouth, VA. With a strong focus on cleanliness and a friendly atmosphere, the gym provides equipment and classes suitable for all fitness levels. Members appreciate the two pools, saunas, steam rooms, and various family-friendly activities. The staff exhibit professionalism and kindness, enhancing the overall service experience.

Though Portsmouth YMCA excels in several areas, some customers have noted issues with childcare services and miscommunication regarding memberships and class schedules. It may not be the ideal choice for those requiring specialized amenities for younger children or seeking modern equipment.

Pros:

  • Friendly and professional staff
  • Very clean facilities
  • Suitable for all fitness levels
  • Two pools and multiple saunas
  • Family-friendly activities
  • Offers classes and programs for seniors
  • Quiet and not overcrowded
  • Good membership prices
  • Positive community environment
  • Variety of modern equipment

Cons:

  • Issues with billing and membership management
  • Limited amenities for younger children
  • Old and outdated equipment in some areas

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4.3

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Reviews (103)

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I feel like this place only caters to people with kids what about people with disabilities and without kids

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They need to hire more SilverSneakers instructress. We need to have variations of SS activities.

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I don't understand why the price for swim lessons has gone up so much when the instructors at this location cancel last minute (like youre in the pool waiting for them at class time and they text you theyres no class) so often with no reimbursement or make up classes. I'm FLOORED the kids swim lessons cost 90$!!!!! WILD!!! I will also say both of my sons took swim lessons here for a year and they are both STILL at a beginner level. Time to cancel our ymca membership.

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Love this place. People are so kind and considerate. Treat seniors with respect.

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Was told this location is better for older people and not so great for kids; now I understand why. Must be great if you're older than 16.The womens locker room says 16+ only so the first time we went I used the girls locker room with my daughter. Its bare bones. No hooks or chairs in the showers, no stalls, only 2 have curtains, no swimsuit spinner or hairdryer, and 2 very thin benches. One changing curtain and no chair in there either. I don't want my daughter's clothes on the floor or have to carry a dripping swimsuit through the lobby.Checked out the womens locker room today and it has everything I expected from a Y so I used it today with my 4 yr old. A staff member came in and saw my daughter's floaty while we were in the shower. She told me the 16+ policy and I responded with my reasoning. She said, "I don't know what to tell you except to bring your own hairdryer." I said ok and thank you (still showering).While we were changing she comes back in and loudly asks everyone if there are any more under 16 in there. Comes over and tells me theres a family changing room by the 2 pools. I tell her "ok, thank you" again, but now felt slightly attacked. Did she want me go to the other dressing room naked? She already told me, so the second time seemed unnecessary. Also, from what I saw, the family changing room is just a bathroom, no shower.I understand the reasons for the 16+ rule given the sauna and whirlpool. Just expected the same amenities to be available to families and not only 16+. Won't be returning until its clear families are fully welcomed.

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Thank you Mrs. Dorothy - for the Beautiful job that you do Everyday.The Facility is so well kept and maintained with your touch of Service.Cleaning - is Essential to Good Health.Each area of the facility - not only smells fresh - however - looks clean - and feels great. Your field of Service never goes unnoticed -Thank you for making the YMCA - Portsmouth a place of Good Health & Happiness 😊Through Environmental Services that you provide for Vendors, Staff, and All Members and Visitors.

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I’ve had an amazing review and felt very comfortable being able to workout in a safe environment. Portsmouth has always been the cleanest ymca on this side of the water, keep up the good work and thank you for everything you do.

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I normally don’t write reviews but i was pleasantly surprised to find Portsmouth ymca is one of the cleanest ymcas I’ve been to in a long time!! Thank you for everything you guys do!!! Amazing

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My son was going here for before and after care. I complained several times as some weeks money wasn’t taken out then I’d be double charged without notice, email or reason. Even after going threw my banking statements and cash receipts I was up to date! Per Liz Moore who told me she was corporate and there was no one else to speak to about this matter I owed $492 which wasn’t true and she just kept talking in circles. Per the agreement I signed my account was to be charged once a week which was a Wednesday. Several times it was also charged on a Friday and 4 times double charged! Definitely not what I signed up for. Now I have to cancel my banking account because even after the suspended care and I was given a notice it would 03/27/2023 I was again double charged on 4/6/2023! I refuse to pay something I’ve paid for already or we talked down to because of the negligence of Liz Moore not adhering to my agreement with the YMCA. She was condescended and even though her response to my question as to why my account is double charged her answer was sometimes it be like that. Pure ignorance. As I am in accounting I know I’m paid up but now being over charged and am being told Liz Moore is the final decision maker.I will get to the bottom of this and I’m sure my bank will refund me as I have the letter where the YMCA suspended care due to employee negligence! As well as not adhering to an agreement that I’m charged weekly! Not biweekly or monthly but weekly! I’m debating whether to contact a lawyer as I have my proof and this has happened now 4 times resulting in over draft fees etc

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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 4.3-star.

This business has 103 reviews.

The address is: 4900 High St W, Portsmouth, VA 23703 .

The contact number is (757) 483-9622

This service is listed under Gym .

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