White Bear Area YMCA

★★★★★B. Young

The facility has always been clean which was very important to me. I was concerned that I would get sick working out indoors at a gym this winter- but I have stayed healthier than last winter when my focus was running outdoors. There is a good variety of classes. I actually drive 20-30 min to workout at the YMCA because I can't find classes locally that fit a full-time work schedule...I have evenings, mornings and weekends off. Staff has been very helpful. They make sure any issues are addressed well so that it really is something that reduces stress and doesn't add to it. I took a few years off from the YMCA and their focus on improving mental health is evident. Sound bath and meditation are a really cool additions to their schedules. I have also seen free services such as fitness assessments w/body scan, nutrition counseling, etc. Other locations have community accupuncture, or are available to expand your options. They have opportunities to gather socially and also give experience in the community, such as zoo tickets.

★★★★★George M

What can I say, except this YMCA is perfect. It is always well staff with friendly and helpful individuals. The facility is immaceulately clean, the weights area has everything you can need, including plenty of various cardio equipments. The weights and machines are well maintained. The classes here are great I attend body pump once a week with some friends and we love it, its a nice way to break up the monotony of lifting. The pool is exaclty what you need it to be for any type of swimming, as is the outdoor water park and slide. People using the facility are respectful and concious of cleaning after themselves. All in all this place rocks.

★★★Neal McPhillips III

its decent, the staff is friendly they dont have an egym. that doesn't bother me. the gym seems older, the lockers are rusty. but overall a great workout still. moved to a three as i watched 2 trainers working with clients and they did not have them wipe down the machines. gross!!!

★★★Libdottie

This YMCA offers a solid fitness experience, though there are a few things visitors should be aware of before arriving. On the positive side, the facility has plenty of workout equipment, from cardio machines to weight training options, making it easy to find space even during busy times. Whether you’re doing a solo workout or joining a class, the gym seems well-equipped to meet a range of fitness needs. However, navigating the facility can be a bit confusing, especially for first-time visitors. There was no visible signage or map available, which made it difficult to find certain areas, such as the locker rooms or specific workout sections. A posted directory or clearer labeling would go a long way in improving the overall user experience. Regarding lockers, it’s important to bring your own lock for use in the locker rooms, as they do not provide them. There are also a few lockers available outside the locker rooms that don’t require a lock or a quarter, which is convenient—though we did accidentally insert a quarter into one, and unfortunately, there was no way to retrieve it. Overall, the White Bear Area YMCA has the essential features of a good workout space, but small improvements in signage and clearer locker instructions could make it much more user-friendly. If you’re prepared ahead of time, it’s a great place to break a sweat.

★★★Melinda

I am a member at a Y in another state but have been working in the area for a few months now. This was the first gym that I visited in White Bear. The staff at the front desk was very nice and welcoming. I am somewhat disappointed by the weight lifting area compared to other Y's I've visited all over the US. The equipment is somewhat outdated and there are so many cardio machines compared to the amount of people that actually use them. There was a lot of waiting involved with weights and other strength training machines. I do like that some of the machines have counters on them, though, for times when we lose focus. I walked through the rest of the facilities and everything else was okay.