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Mission Valley YMCA

3.6 65 reviews
Fitness Center, Child Care & Day Care, Gym
Overall rating
3.6
out of 5
65 reviews
5 star 55%
4 star 11%
3 star 10%
2 star 2%
1 star 22%

About Mission Valley YMCA

The Mission Valley YMCA has been a cornerstone of the community since 1981, dedicated to promoting a healthier lifestyle for families. This well-maintained facility offers a range of amenities, including two pools, a spacious gym, and clean bathrooms and lockers. Visitors appreciate the vibrant atmosphere, although it can get busy, especially during summer camp sessions.

The YMCA provides a supportive environment with diverse fitness classes led by enthusiastic instructors and motivating music. In addition to fitness classes, the facility offers youth programs, personal training, and swim lessons, although some additional programs may require extra fees. Members value the convenient location with ample parking and easy access to public transport.

The community-focused atmosphere, variety of offerings, and commitment to healthy living make the Mission Valley YMCA a great place for fitness and family engagement. Customers particularly praise the exceptional group fitness instructors, such as Dinah and Rachel, who contribute to the positive experience. The Zumba classes with Lachele on Fridays and Mondays are also highly recommended, with a fun and welcoming atmosphere for all ages.

Sep 2026
4.0
The facility is semi-outdated and could use some fresh exercise equipment. This facility has a really amazing pool area, with both indoor and outdoor facilities and a hot tub/spa. Locker rooms are spacious and have individual showers, which is nice.
Jul 2026
5.0
This is truly a state-of-the-art gym! It is always exceptionally clean, neat, and well-equipped. I really appreciate how much they care about sustainability, the parking lot is covered with solar panels, and inside they provide reusable microfiber towels instead of disposable ones.

What really sets this facility apart is the amazing culture. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly, and that positive vibe is fostered by the whole team. Calista and everyone at the reception desk were extremely helpful, patient, and walked me through all my options. The trainers are also top-notch and attentive, Cameron was fantastic and helped me out during my workout.

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Dec 2025
3.0
Good facilities but not the friendliest - fun pickleball group but staff often cuts hours for other things - love the egym however there is a sign in the room saying that staff gets to pick the music for their well being so bring headsets if you don’t like things like rap
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Hours

Monday 7AM - 1PM
Tuesday 4:30AM - 10:30PM
Wednesday 4:30AM - 10:30PM
Thursday 4:30AM - 10:30PM
Friday 4:30AM - 10PM
Saturday 6AM - 8PM
Sunday 6:30AM - 7PM

Good to know

  • wheelchair accessible
  • accepts apple pay
  • accepts credit cards
  • good for kids
  • street parking, private lot parking
  • offers military discount
  • bike parking

Location

5505 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92110

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