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Central YMCA

4.8 77 reviews
Summer Camps, Child Care & Day Care
Overall rating
4.8
out of 5
77 reviews
5 star 78%
4 star 7%
3 star 2%
2 star 5%
1 star 8%

About Central YMCA

Central YMCA is a kid and family-friendly place that offers swimming pools, exercise classes, and plenty of equipment. The staff members are nice, friendly, and supportive, ensuring a welcoming environment for everyone.

The facility has great programs for kids, including arts and crafts, respectful learning, and daily activities. There is also a fantastic basketball program with matches led by Andy and his team. A highlight of the year is their incredible Halloween celebration.

Recent members appreciate the great value of the YMCA, noting the two pools and the extensive equipment available. They find the facility to be nice and family-oriented, with helpful staff and extensive hours that include nights and weekends. Members can bring their children to workouts, making it a convenient choice for families.

The Central YMCA offers many classes with excellent instructors catering to all fitness levels. Members have shared positive experiences, such as swimming in the heated indoor pool and enjoying the easy-to-use online pool schedule. The women's lockers are sturdy and in good condition, adding to the overall positive experience at the Central YMCA, which includes a weight and workout gym, racquetball room, and basketball court for daily use.

Aug 2026
5.0
I have been a member for over 30 years and love it. It's an old but well maintained facility. Gyms, pool, weight rooms, treadmills, racquetball courts, cycling room. Wide array of classes: yoga, Zumba, spinning, dance and many more. All kinds of programs for kids too. Ideal for both families and singles.
Sep 2024
5.0
Just joined a week ago. Had previously used "boutique" gyms like Orange Theory and F54 but found their operating hours incompatible with my work and family schedule.

Things I like at the YMCA on Alameda:
- great value.
- two pools, equipment everywhere, nice facility
- all staff have been helpful and friendly
- family oriented
- extensive hours including nights and weekends
- can bring my children to workouts

I'm glad I joined.
Aug 2024
5.0
I had a good experience with the facilities at the Central YMCA. I took a swim in the heated indoor pool early on Saturday morning. It was a fantastic way to begin the day. By using the online pool schedule on the YMCA website, I was able to monitor the date and time. It was very easy to use. The women's lockers are in good condition and sturdy. Attending the Central YMCA is beneficial due to the weight and workout gym, Racketball room, and Basketball court being facilities that can be utilized for your daily lifestyle.
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Hours

Monday 6AM - 9PM
Tuesday 6AM - 9PM
Wednesday 6AM - 9PM
Thursday 6AM - 9PM
Friday 6AM - 8PM
Saturday 8AM - 4PM
Sunday 8AM - 4PM

Good to know

  • wheelchair accessible
  • accepts credit cards
  • good for kids
  • private lot parking
  • gender-neutral restrooms
  • open to all
  • bike parking

Location

1717 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126

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