Effingham Street Family YMCA

$ • Gym, Child Care & Day Care

1013 Effingham St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

About Effingham Street Family YMCA

Effingham Street Family YMCA is highly appreciated for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, especially among seniors. The facility offers a variety of fitness programs, including Senior Fit classes led by motivated instructors who encourage participants, modify exercises, and support individual progress. Many reviewers note improvements in strength, balance, and overall health, with the classes designed to be different each session to keep participants engaged. The staff, particularly Deborah and trainers like Tamika, are praised for their positive attitude, motivation, and dedication, making members feel like part of a family. The YMCA maintains a clean, uncrowded environment, creating a comfortable space for workouts. While some wish for additional amenities like a water machine, members value the community and the sense of achievement they gain from participating in the programs. Overall, Effingham Street Family YMCA is seen as a supportive, effective, and welcoming place for fitness and health improvement.

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  • Dec 2025

    I look forward to my Tuesday and Thursday Senior Fit classes with Tamika Scott, Personal Trainer at Effingham Street. Great personality, encourages you and modifies exercises. I am feeling much better!!

  • Sep 2025

    Excellent program for Senior health with the great management of Deb and the exceptional teaching from Ella and Tameika. The atmosphere was friendly and positive and I experienced great gains in my strength, balance and cardio health with the Effingham team’s guidance. I wish Silver Sneakers was available there, though!

  • Sep 2025

    I enjoy the structure of the fitness class. Instructor encourages each participant to TRY and supports our efforts. Each session is different. I feel as if I have improved my strength and balance. The tempo of music and selection of music inspires me to keep up. Almost 80 years old, I am so thankful for this Sentara Fitness and Balance program at Effingham Y for Seniors. I am UP and moving in physical activities even more since coming.

Hours

Monday: 6AM - 7PM
Tuesday: 6AM - 7PM
Wednesday: 5:30AM - 5PM
Thursday: 9AM - 8PM
Friday: 6AM - 7PM
Saturday: 8AM - 12PM
Sunday: Closed

Tips

1:1 sessions available wheelchair accessible accepts credit cards private lot parking

Location

1013 Effingham St, Portsmouth

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