YMCA Embarcadero

12/04/06

awesome staff, clean facilities, nice workout equipment

by mmoran21 at Citysearch

I have been a member of the Embarcadero YMCA for many years now. I love how the gym is always clean and never too busy. The staff always are offering new free classes to take. I highly recommend this gym to anyone that likes to workout in a clean and safe place.

• Pros: view of the bay, updated workout equipment, friendly staff
• Cons: parking can be a issue

03/02/06

Haven for Harried Workers

by csandoval at Citysearch

I love my lunchtime break at the Embarcadero Y. Weather permitting I run along the Embarcadero then return for some strength work and a shower before going back to my office - refreshed and ready for a productive afternoon. If I have to run on a treadmill - at least I have a spectacular view of the bay. The staff are great. I'm working with a personal trainer and finally making improvements in my time. I love that my dues support community programs - given the choice, I'd always choose a Y over another type of facility.

• Pros: View, Equipment, Staff
• Cons: Occassional Crowding

01/30/06

Best place for no judgement

by acarina1 at Citysearch

They do not try to rip you off or to sell you anything here. People are not judgemental and are not constantly people watching - everyone just wants to get healthy. Also, there is a very nice complimentary "coach" program sponsored by the Y. The only minus of the place is that it could be cleaner (especially the pool/locker room area)