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McGrath Family YMCA

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One of the Most Reviewed Community centers in Rancho San Diego


Address

12006 Campo Rd, Spring Valley, CA 91978

Website

www.ymcasd.org

Contact

(619) 462-9622

Rating on Google Maps

3.90 (129 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 6 AM to 9 PM
  • Friday: 6 AM to 7 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 3 PM
  • Monday: 6 AM to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 6 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 6 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: equipment (9) staff (6) members (6) pool (6)
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  • 3/5 Neto r. 1 year ago on Google
    This review is only on the basketball program for 7-9 year old .. if you thinking about it I suggest look into it harder .. my experience is one that will not have me returning. I came thinking the program will be great based on other ymca programs else where, But the league ended up being two teams facing off every game day. No rules no score .. not even a whistle even when parent gave one to the coaches. (New and wasn’t used) my son lost the techniques that regulated games he had from other programs because this way of playing. (Traveling, fouls double dribble) I understand no score .. but no rules .. I believe it bring poor habits being built. As far as staff .. everyone was very nice practices had great drills so in that side of things it was good but again without rules you can not implement great basketball habits which at this age is a must I believe.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hipolito C. M. 1 year ago on Google
    I been to alot of gyms and YMCA's . The staff here are so amazing and welcoming. This place you feel like home. It's nice to see the wellness coachs/personal trainers always on the floor cleaning equipment and always ready to help with a nice smile and helps keep you motivated. The class schedule they offer is amazing and the instructors are the best I ever have had. Never had problem with equipment top of the line love what the have to offer.The moment you step in to front desk makes me in a good mood front desk is awesome staff . The childcare center is amazing my children love it here and I feel so safe with them here.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Martha O. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a big time monopolized facility- be careful if someone from the staff does not like you—- they will get you somehow- there is a yoga instructor that doesn’t even have the credentials to be teaching yoga and there she is; teaching the most wonderful art of meditation for mind and mind giving members a hard time and treating them like a pice of garbage… and she isn’t the only one without credentials teaching that amazing art called Yoga!!!! You know who you are and I hope you read this review and make you realize that you are NOT in God’s grace at this point and maybe you don’t even know God. That’s why you behave so irrational and sour(yes SOUR) big time you and your bigot behavior!!!! Human Resources should take a look at the credentials of these people(oh wait) that will never happen because they’re all in the same boat—- they really don’t care about the members except that if they see someone excelling they will BOOT YOU OUT!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Denise F. 2 years ago on Google
    The layout feels a bit cramped on the second level. Especially once the gym gets busy. The equipment is also heavily used and could use an update. It’s moderately clean but I don’t often see people cleaning up after themselves with the disinfectant and towels. There are plenty of stations posted around with towels and cleaner. I did see one of the trainers wiping down some of the machines, but people should really clean up after themselves. Gym etiquette and cleanliness is appreciated by everyone. Considering how busy it gets, members should be more mindful of sharing spaces. The crowds are definitely my biggest drawback to using this facility.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Brandon C. 1 year ago on Google
    Perhaps good for anything other than the weight rooms. Staff allows children and teens with no adult supervision or guidance. Kids crowd around machines, talking, and barely using them. Staffs response is for people waiting on equipment to constantly ask them to hurry. There is a constant gross misuse of equipment. For examle, I watched a kid literally doing flips and acrobatics off an unsecured barbell in the squat rack for his workout. Staffs response was they have them sign documents when they sign up about use of equipment, but that's all they can do. I guess they think that covers them from any legal liability, and that's all they are worried about, but it is still highly negligent toward the safety of these kids and other members. Weights are never put back where they belong. Kids hitting eachother with foam rollers. People literally vaping in the weightroom. I've personally never seen this kind of thing allowed in any YMCA or other gym in general in my lifetime.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 A F. 6 months ago on Google
    I went in as a member guest. It was clean, had a good option of machines, and variety of classes and facilities.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 lea s. 10 months ago on Google
    Love the staff, they are very helpful . They had me at hello, I signed up to be a member. Great pool and gym. Everyonenis so helpful and other members made me feel so welcome
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Trevor F. 1 year ago on Google
    Requiring masks after eveyone including the state and fed government has lifted is absolutely ridiculous. There price raising maneuver during and after Covid was ridiculous. There is no way no how I will ever rejoin.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Allen R. 2 years ago on Google
    Avoid this place at all cost! Not even Family Friendly! Men's locker room is disgusting! I was with my family trying to Swim in the pool and before going in a juvenile blonde life guard came to us and with attitude shouting from far away asking me about my daughter's age!! and trying to apply non-heard of swimming rules. I asked the manager for clarifications she responded "I am busy now and I can't help you" with attitude as well !! this was Friday July 16th 2021 at 12:30PM. Manager was in the indoor pool and the other one was outdoor pool. I went to the front and Cancelled my membership right away and asked for a refund!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Edward Eric M. 2 years ago on Google
    My wife and I have been active in Chula Vista, McGrath, Santee, and Mission Valley YMCA’s. We have been dues paying members for 20 years. On their worst days the YMCAs in San Diego may not be perfect but they are never “incompetent” as one reviewer put it. We’ve always found they are competent, usually very friendly, and usually accommodating. As a Navy CPO it has been my job to judge the competence of others.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nina C. 3 years ago on Google
    I was glad to see this facility was open and allowed the community to utilize this place.V Lots of space, a baseball field, a hiking route behind the length of the building, lots of (shaded) parking, and many other fun, cool things.

  • 5/5 Melina R. 1 year ago on Google
    Great location, awesome facility and friendly staff. I live closer to metro but enjoy coming here and swimming during sunsets. I also enjoy yoga here and have an all around good experience every time I come.

  • 1/5 Fadi N. 1 year ago on Google
    A bunch of little kids running this place, dirty pools and bathrooms, gym has no sanitizer or towels. I am very sad and disappointed to see a Y in this poor condition.

  • 5/5 Miss K. 2 years ago on Google
    I've been going to the YMCA for the last 4 years since I moved back to San Diego. This branch is my home because its closest to my house. But its always clean, family orientated and my kid use to attend the child watch. But things have change a little, I still go workout, they have cleaning stuff for all equipment and they give you a towel to clean it. Six feet apart on equipment and you have to wear your mask in certain areas. I really enjoying going back , the hours are extended a tad bit..

  • 5/5 Yessi N. 2 years ago on Google
    If anyone is looking to get a personal trainer, I highly recommend Tara! Me and my daughter have been training with her now for 3 months and have seen fabulous results, we are stronger and able to do more exercise as well as reaching our fitness goals!

  • 5/5 Janet L. 2 years ago on Google
    Karen's Zumba class has fresh, bumpin' music and a fun, awesome workout. There is room for you! No numbered cards needed. Check it out on Tuesday nights at 6;30, and Thursday nights too.

  • 5/5 Griselda L. 1 year ago on Google
    They are great. I have 3 kids. I take them for swimming lessons and they also play soccer. The employees are very nice and helpful. I recommend it this YMCA 100%

  • 4/5 Lori N. 1 year ago on Google
    Love the water classes pool is heated big and very relaxing the people hiw work at the front desk are nice courtesy and helpful

  • 5/5 Evangelyn 2 years ago on Google
    I absolutely love this YMCA location. It's only a mile from my house. The indoor pool and outdoor jacuzzi are awesome and relaxing. I'm an active senior and enjoy the AquaFit classes. The upstairs equipment area is fully stocked with excellent machines, weights, and class rooms. Just joined, and so far having a wonderful time here.


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