Do NOT go here if you are going to use the pool or sauna. It's a weird maze of low ceiling hallways and filthy walls, lockers and staircases. The jacuzzi looked so terrifying that I had to take a photo. I would be remiss if I neglected clarifying that the rest of the place actually looked worse. My wife went to the women's "health center" side and the jacuzzi was just removed leaving an odd gaping hole. She was given vague directions and almost ended up in the men's dorm in her bathing suit while looking for the place. How are they allowed to operate this bizzare place? Everything is run down. I don't know if the monthly deal is somehow worth it (do they pay you to go there?) but the 12 dollar guest pass was a surreally bad deal.

It's literally just an old gym/pool. It reminds me of my old secondary school in England. People complaining about this place are bougie and probably never grew up working class. It's old and basic but seems to be roughly clean. I don't really know what more you can ask for.

You need to know what you’re getting into. If you want a modern, clean, spacious gym with young progressive clientele, DO NOT JOIN If you want a frozen time capsule of old Somerville with few people, cramped spaces, old equipment, a bunch of older Boston natives, a life guard who likely couldn’t save himself, and cheap membership, this is for you. I actually like it.

I do think that the facility could benefit from a remodel, but the space itself suits my needs. I swim and lift a few times a week in the early morning. The other patrons that I’ve encountered are polite and friendly, which makes me feel very comfortable as a frequently lone lady lifter. The staff has been able to address all of my needs and questions that have come up so far. I’ve yet to meet any rude people. Honestly, it feels like more of a community than other gyms I’ve been to in the Boston area. With the lower monthly fee and the small monthly donation I give, I’m still paying less than other memberships I’ve had previously. I feel like I’m getting what I’m paying for. I think the Somerville Y is a good fit for you if you’re more focused on your training goals than quality of facility. I’ve been going to the Y for about six months now and have yet to have a bad experience. I hope I can say the same in another six months!

I’ve been living in the area for a few months now, but had been avoiding this particular ymca due to the reviews. Today, I figured I’d give it a shot. It’s a gym, how bad could it be? The answer is pretty bad. I feel bad writing this, but this place really is gross. There’s no working TV’s, the cardio room has about 10 cardio machines in total, and they had 1 small fan going for people to cool off. I just felt really unsanitary the whole time. Somehow it also reeks of cigarettes in the basement as well?? Kind of strange for a fitness center.

I don't need fancy but I do need basic cleanliness. I signed up for an adult swim course not offered by my local YMCA where I am a member. I paid the non-member fee. I was stunned by the condition of the women's locker room... Very poor lighting and musty (moldy?). Very damp, wet floor. Water buckets everywhere in an attempt to capture some of the water leaking from the ceiling. The showers and bathrooms are also not clean. It made me question how sanitary the pool is? I almost walked out but I made myself stay for the class since I drove 40 minutes to get there. I enjoyed the class and the instructors but I cannot bring myself to return. I hope my fee will in some small way help to improve the condition of this facility. I love the YMCA but I am sad to see such a drastic difference in quality/cleanliness compared to the facilities I regularly use. Outdated, not fancy, in need of repairs/upgrading, etc is fine. Unsanitary and unsafe are unacceptable.

The most disgusting gym I have ever been to. Looks like it’s never been cleaned or updated. Locker rooms are absolutely horrifying and gym equipment is very old and worn out. The “classes” offered are in a room that’s also a day care so it’s messy, dirty and smells like cigarette smoke! The Zumba classes are pretty good and the yoga class is just ok. Would not recommend to anyone!!

The place has most of the basic equipment you'd need, and I used it for a year and a half. When I saw what looked like mouse droppings clinging to a workout mat I was about to stretch out on, I canceled my membership. I never used the pool once--I never even looked. I figured if it was as clean as the rest of the Y, then they probably hadn't changed the water since 1978. It is pretty dirty and gloomy. I also overheard casual racism from some older members. Wouldn't recommend it.

Old and small, like a 1940s gym. At first you might think just the building and facilities are old, but I was surprised to see an elderly man watching a Laurel and Hardy film in one of the small upstairs offices. This may also strain credulity, but believe it or not -- there is a man in an iron lung living in the basement. Wow! I really liked the quirkiness of the owner of this particular YMCA (a very nice guy), a brolic mustachioed man who typically wears pinstripe unitards.

I walk past this place every day. One of their employees, Jimmy, has bumped into me on the sidewalk three times because he's not looking where he's going. This last time, he cussed me out, told me he works at the YMCA, very proud of it. Part of a bigger problem. The staff at this YMCA are always hanging out on the sidewalk, blocking the entire walking path. They will not move out of the way, cuss you out if you say something as neutral as excuse me. I can't imagine how they treat their members inside. Definitely NOT a family friendly environment.

The price is right and the location can't be beat. Are there that many places I can walk five minutes to lift weights, swim, and do my cardio? I will be sad if this place ever finds a new location. Is it fancy? No. Nobody expects the Y to be an Equinox. It's a community center. In the suburbs people sit in their cars for 20-30 minutes just to get to a gym or pool. I am very grateful for the Y.

Very bad experience with swimming classes to my kids. Teachers are like Ghost treating kids like slaves. They even don't care if any child can't take breath under water They let them die. They are seen always in bad angry and hurry mood. Please think twice to put your kid in swimming class or every time keep your eyes on your child.......Girls are rude and we are paying money not free...

Every time I have wanted community and a place to work out, the YMCA has come through. Weather I’m in California or Massachusetts, I know I have a home at the Y. Peace and love.

Inside the pool lots of training instruments which is not necessary . Personally a asked the training lady she refused to remove. I asked because of safety big kids diving in to the pool. Overall no safety and clean

Today I Came to get a subscription but the experience wasn’t good enough. The Front Desk assistant Gustavo Lazo asked me filled out a Form. Then he continues speaking by phone with her gf guess . In the mean time a second customer (white man) arrived asking for support . Gustavo immediately register him on the system without asking for any format. I was completely disappointed with that situation . Gustavo needs to have same Customer Service with all the people. He should improve ..

Needs cleaning and renovation. The swimming pool has too much chlorine.

So dirty - That awesome new cold tub they have? Never cleaned. Look at the pictures - The steam room? Smells bad and filthly floor - Sauna? Floor never cleaned - Carpet (carpet!) in the changing room? If you put a damp white towel on the floor and step on it, it soaks through with brown filth

Terribly small, dated YMCA, lovely old building that should be renovated and repurposed. Only two stars due to the staff though, not environment.

Wanted to try pickle ball. Paid 14 dollars for one court and 20 people waiting. Can’t practice here. You have to be experienced and willing to play with strangers. Not for beginners.

Good proximity for people in Somerville but it needs renovation. I guess this is the oldest YMCA iv been to.