Leeward YMCA

I really enjoy going to the Leeward YMCA. It is so family oriented and everyone is so friendly.
I attend several different classes several times a week and each is unique in its own way. They offer a wide variety of classes with several different schedules depending on the day of the week.
The instructors are so awesome. They truly care about their members and their health. I especially enjoys classes that Lindsey’s, Krystal, Jocelyn and Jo offer. These classes are no joke. Be prepared to get you #%*! kicked. These ladies mean business and will bring it every time.
I have taken many classes and have enjoyed the pain of every class the Y offers. Their are many classes to choose from depending on your pain tolerance and modifications are offered for those needing low impact moves. The classes are never boring because every week these instructor will mix it up.
If you are looking for a gym that you can be yourself, meet great people and train with awesome instructors the Leeward YMCA is the place for you…

This has been my second family for the past three years and I’m so very sad to leave because it has by far been the best «gym» I’ve ever attended. (I’ve been a member at every gym on the west side and this one excels beyond the rest.) It has it’s typical gym perks (ample equipment, variety of classes, child watch, etc.) but what makes it so awesome are the people.
These awesome people include, but aren’t limited to: Judi M., Deborah T., Charles D., Butch, Jocelyn, Luanna, Brandon L., Gabby, Aude, Lyndsey, Sheldon, Michelle, Betty, Crystal, Theresa, Byron, Rob, Marisol, Drea, Lynn… okay okay, pretty much the whole frigging staff! They’re all wonderful! They all have different roles, but all serve one common purpose: to serve the members of the Leeward YMCA by making them feel welcome, like family, and to make sure you are comfortable. They fulfill their purpose. There is no judgement here on what you can bench or how fast you can run. Your fellow members are wonderful as well, courteous and respectful. The Leeward YMCA is just an overall good place to be. It’s not your typical gym. Everyone is warm and friendly.
My kids have grown socially as well as physically here, growing close with the staff and members. They have had the opportunity to attend swim classes and participate in many of the programs the ymca has offered during the year. (One of their favorites is every third Wednesday of the month bingo and potluck with the senior members.)
As far as the other things that are important to people when selecting a gym, the Leeward YMCA meets those requirements: good hours, updated and sufficient amount of equipment, variety of classes, clean showers, child care availble (24 hour reservations required), nearby parking lot, playground on site, lap style swimming pool, and towel service. Other perks: book loan service, coffee station, swim/​music/​dance/​martial arts classes available for children as well as adults.
If you’re looking for a typical gym where vulgar music is blasted, meatheads walk around intimidating newbies to run away so they don’t have to share weights, some women are more concerned with being made up and coordinating workout outfits than working out, this is not the place for you. If you want to be somewhere where you are encouraged and motivated by staff and fellow members and fit in like family, then welcome to the Leeward YMCA. I’ll greatly miss you all! !!!

I’m so glad to register my daughter for swim and tot class. She started last Saturday. The instructor is so good and my husband is the one joining our daughter in the pool then he said it was a heated pool. Wow. I like how everybody is so helpful esp ruby in front desk. She is so accommodating. So think my daughter will stuck here for a long time because they have so many programs and planning my daughter to take more maybe ballet, karate, hula and ukulele. It’s affordable too.

So Leeward Y is still awesome on my book. The big change is there is no more free towel service. I was bummed at first, but when you think of the bigger picture, they aren’t a corporate gym with billions of dollars backing them up. But, it’s no biggie. It’s a little more better to bring your own towel and not share germs.
Some fab changes have happened! They have a lot of new equipment that came from Central Y. (The sweatbox is here!!!) They also have implemented a LOT more classes, meeting groups and kid programs. (Ballet, choir, Dance etc…)
What I really want to give kudos to is the staff. I think we had a THOUSAND questions when we starting a new workout routine which included weights. They are so helpful and knowledgeable. I’m so glad they have people that are there to help you with form and to show you how it’s done correctly. I would have hurt myself for sure.
So overall, I still enjoy the Y! The staff are super awesome. And if you really want a challenge, take the spinning, TRX or the total body conditioning class. It will kick the fat out of you! Lol!

I used to be a member and I was thinking of joining again so that’s why I’m writing this review. While I was a member (and stopping membership had nothing to do with YMCA), I loved my time here. Everything from the staff to the facilities were great to me. The staff was very friendly. They gave me a tour in the beginning and was always helpful through out my time there and the Aunty at the counter was always welcoming.
It was very clean and very spacious. I haven’t been to the other locations but this one was just right size. I loved how they had a larger gym upstairs and small work out area down below. Older folks and mostly females like to use that one. I chose to work out downstairs because I could focus more and didn’t feel like being looked at by a lot people or feel intimidated. Not saying that that’s how it felt there but it’s just my own personal worries, so I was glad they had a space for everyone.
Downstairs are also the lockers and bathrooms. There were tons of lockers (bring your own lock) and the bathrooms were clean. There are also showers too. I know there’s a pool but I’ve only been to YMCA to work out so I’m not sure about the other things available for members besides knowing that there are numerous classes and programs you can sign up for.
Overall the thing I enjoyed most is the atmosphere of the place. Very friendly and you can do what you need to do without worrying what people think.

Awesome place to train. Love the atmosphere. Trained at tons of gyms over my 24 years of lifting weights and u can’t beat the friendly atmosphere here.

I love this gym. Ample parking. There are a lot of classes so you can find something to fit your schedule. The instructors were awesome, very friendly and helpful. Classes are high quality. Equipment is well maintained. The pool is heated, so my very picky children (who won’t even get in the ocean when the temperature is a little low) will swim without complaining. Family changing rooms are a nice touch and very convenient. Best part for me as a parent is the Child Watch room. Not as large or nice as ones I’ve been to on the mainland, but the Child Watch staff is wonderful and the room is clean and stocked well with a good variety of toys and activities. Great gym, I loved being a member and sad that I am leaving.

My gym. Doesn’t get too crowded. Enough time open for a early morning session or a late evening workout. They just replaced all their treadmills. They have a swimming pool. And a whole bunch of exercise classes. Plus it’s close to my job and home.

This is where I work out. The equipment is fairly new. They have plenty of cardio with individual TV screens. They have decent free weights and several options for resistance machines.
Everyone is friendly and it is a true family atmosphere. (No loud music or tatted muscle heads raging on steroids).
Anyway, if you are looking for a gym on this side, I recommend the Y. I’ve tried the others.

This is by far the best YMCA I’ve ever been to — mainland included. The staff are all so friendly and helpful, free coffee in the lobby ;) lol, a book corner (take a book/​leave a book), the class schedules are the best (SUCH VARIETY!) with amazing instructors, the facilities are always so clean and feel safe/​secure, and there are always machines available to use (very nice, modern ones, too — complete with individual Cardio Cinemas at each bike, treadmill, and elliptical).
My personal favorites are the water aerobics classes. I have a degenerative joint condition and the water helps keep me mobile. It’s a nice workout while staying low-​impact at the same time, which is what I need for my condition. I absolutely love my classes… I NEED them!!! :D I feel so awesome afterwards, the energy and enthusiasm of the instructors only adds to it. Nothing like your instructor giving you a hug or a high five, calling you by name, and saying they’ll see you on _​_​_​_​_​_​_​_​ (whichever is the next day they teach).
Super perk: I get a discount through my employer. Check with your HR department to see if your employer offers reduced membership rates, too!

My son’s 2^nd year at Summer Day camp is ending soon and it has been another success. My son had a lot of fun. Enrolling was simple. The receptionist was friendly and processed my paperwork quickly as well as A+ enrollment for the upcoming school year. The rest of the staff is also great. I definitely would still recommend them.

It’s definitely fun to stay at the YYYYMMMCCAAA.
I’ve been a gym member since February 2014 and I just love it! It’s a different environment versus other gyms cough*24hour*cough. The Y staff are all very friendly and occasionally strike up a personable conversations with you, «Ohh where is your gym buddy today?» «No guest today?» LOL. It makes me feel like they genuinely care and pay attention to members.
The gym consists of 3 floors, top being the main area, middle where they have rooms (I believe where they hold classes), and third being the locker rooms, bathrooms, pool, and starter room. I mainly like to use the starter room… where mostly old people and women go to. Sometimes upstairs can have a funky smell.(body odor) mix that with the amount of testosterone around, hahaha.
The locker rooms and bathrooms are clean and tidy! Cold water fountains on each floor. There are also vending machines on the 2^nd floor. Members can also enjoy complimentary coffee and relax in the lounge area.
Membership Prices (As of April 2014)
–Island-​Wide Teen (13 – 18): $ 22 monthly rate
–Island-​Wide Young Adult (19 – 26): $ 33 monthly rate
–Island-​Wide Family: $ 85 monthly rate (first year) /​$ 79 monthly rate (second year)
–Island-​Wide Single Family: $ 70 monthly rate (first year) /​$ 64 monthly rate (second year)
–Island-​Wide Adult: $ 51 monthly rate (first year) /​$ 45 monthly rate (second year)
–Island-​Wide Senior (65+): $ 47 monthly rate (first year) /​$ 41 monthly rate (second year)
Membership is good for ANY YMCA location on the island. They also offer free exercise classes.

I have been a member of several gyms on the island & nothing compares to the classes offered @ this YMCA. Terry, Paula & Reinna are amazing instructors. Kekoa’s Saturday Turbo kick class is always full with good reason, he is fantastic!

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Well it’s in Waipahu so don’t expect much. I am however, a proud member of their gym. Even though I have access to the most beautiful gym in Oahu, Pearl Harbor. It doesn’t beat being super close to home. I run from my house every other day to workout. It’s literally down the street, so convenient.
A lot of old folks attend here, which is really inspiring.
+ Friendly Staff
+ 3 Floors
+ Water Fountains On Each Floor
+ Opens at 5 AM
+ Treadmill/​Ellipticals Great Location For Pervs, Right In Front Of The Weight Set
+ Beer Machine (just kidding)
— Restroom location is horrible
— Weight equipment old/​torn

I’ve been a member of the Leeward Y for I don’t even know how long now, so I can’t believe it took me a while to write a review!
Hm, first off, I love the Leeward Y! The staff is extremely friendly (I’m huge on customer service), so that’s a major plus. And it’s none of that fake, Im-​just-​doing-​my-​job friendliness. Most of the members who frequent the Y are also very friendly and will often wave or smile when crossing paths at the gym.
The gym setting is not intimidating as it might be in other gyms. It’s also clean and well maintained. The locker rooms are of perfect size and clean as well.
What I believe really attracts me to the Leeward Y is the sense of community that I get every time I go there. I love seeing people of all ages coming together, enjoying life, and being healthy!

I have only one problem with this YMCA, and that is how long it took for me to become a regular visitor!
This place is filled to the rafters with smiling faces. The moment you walk in the door (and often even before you get to the door, as people come and go constantly) you will be greeted with a smile. The patrons will smile at you, the staff will smile, and then you will head to the locker room and find that you are also smiling. So nice!
The facility is relatively new, and is sparkly and clean. New gym equipment, comfy couches in the lobby, and fresh coffee in the pot are easy to find. Pick a class and head in, most of them are free with your membership. Don’t forget to add time to your schedule so that you can stay and chat with your classmates. They have some wonderful stories to share.
Come join me in the pool!

Completely agree with all the high ratings!
The staff is super friendly and the morning crowd is all older adults who are always happy with there morning coffee and you can’t help but be happy after seeing them when you walk past the front desk and get your white gym towel (be sure to return it).
I highly recommend you take a class, its great because you have the encouragement of the instructor and I never encountered that one person who attends a class and think there hot s&%t. Everyone is «normal» and nonjudgmental. The classes range from Cycling to yoga. I’ve taken a TRX, Pilates, Total Body Conditioning, and a Boot camp class. All the instructors are a ¹⁰⁄₁₀! Each one of them even introduced themselves to me after class, take about costumer service.
On the top floor is the weights and machines. The treadmills and ellipticals have little mini televisions on each machine, you just provide the ear phones. If you don’t have any ear phones– no worry beef curry– the gym always plays good music.
On the bottom floor is the locker room and pool. The locker rooms are well, locker rooms. It smells like bleach, but at least you know its clean.
FYI!!! There is construction on the S road by the plantation village on the weekdays, so use an alternative route.

So, I’m hitting my two month mark since joining the Y and I’ve got to say that I am an absolute fan! The Y is replacing my fried/​chocolate/​sugary pit stops as a haven for «Me Time» and I couldn’t feel more better about it. This is a review for the two YMCA’s that I frequent:
LEEWARD
I think this is the newer YMCA out of all of those on Oahu and it’s absolutely fantastic. I’ve gone both in the early morning hours (5:30 am) and in the evening hours (6 – 7 pm) and both times weren’t overly crowded. This location is clean and air conditioned, and there’s enough space and equipment to keep everyone happy. They also offer a heated pool, lockers, treadmills w/​mini TV sets, and towel service. So nice! The people who work here are genuinely friendly and give helpful tips on your technique without being pushy.
NUUANU
I take a class here, but I’ve gone to their gym a few times to wait out bad traffic. It’s a HUGE place. They’ve got everything Leeward has plus courts, more group exercise classes, a pool, a FRICKING SUBWAY RESTAURANT, and so much more. I think their weight room is a little more intimidating than the Leeward one, but I will say that they have the most updated equipment. The class that I take is phenomenal, albeit a tad bit cramped due to limited room space and lots of eager students.
ABOUT THE YMCA IN GENERAL
— The YMCA stands for «Young Men’s Christian Association» but every time I go here, I see different walks of life and have yet to feel uncomfortable about being a woman or a non-​christian. Everyone I’ve encountered has been really nice (Staff and guests!)
— I pay $ 33 a month, but this is based off of the amount of money that I make in a year, my tax documentation, and whether or not I live with someone. You have to show them physical documentation. After the second year (and assuming your salary is the same) the price goes down.
— I work out AT LEAST 3 times a week and take one class a week in addition. The gym that I’m a regular at is two minutes away from my home, so this is definitely worth it to me. It may not be worth it to you for various reasons, so price around your area and really think about what you intend to gain out of it.
TIPS FOR YMCA NEWBIES
— Start in the Healthy Start Room! The one in Leeward is air conditioned, small, and very quiet. I actually continue to use this room because is much cooler and continues to meet my needs.
— After using the equipment, wipe it down. Throughout the gym, there are spray bottles and paper towels or regular wipe cloths for you to use. Don’t leave your stickiness behind.
— Don’t feel pressured! Everyone needs to start somewhere so know your limit. The machines normally have a guide to show you how to use it. You can follow that guide or ask a representative to help you. Remember to adjust the equipment to your height/​build and exercise in correct form to prevent injury.
— You might feel shame the first time around because you don’t know what you’re doing, but KEEP GOING! Nobody is judging you and if they are, they can kiss your fabulous ass :)

It’s not terrible. I guess I have been spoiled by the Y back in my hometown which was brand spanking new.
I only have a few complaints.
My biggest is that they don’t offer any kind of student discount. They do however base their rates on your total income. To do this they need your W2 and 1040 forms. I would suggest getting a name when you bring in your paperwork because whoever took mine never put it in the system and I was overcharged for 2 months. I pay about $ 33 a month which is pretty awesome, but not as awesome as my $ 21 a month student membership in NY. But I have to keep telling myself that it’s Hawaii and everything seems to be hella expensive here.
Ok the second is their schedule of classes. I don’t know if they are short instructors or what but every month when I pick up the group classes they only have about 3 different classes you can take. Zumba, which seems to be all the rage, PiYo– pilates/yoga…probably to hide the fact that they don’t have JUST a pilates class or JUST a yoga class, and cycling. Maybe it’s just because it’s the summertime, maybe all the instructors are on vacation I don’t know but I would enjoy a «yoga for relaxation» class or an «abs only» class.
Then lastly, there is no sauna here. Which makes me a sad bear.
Alright for the positives.
It’s close to my house. Yay.
The staff here is ridiculously nice here. Crazy nice. They seem to remember my name and they ALWAYS address you when you arrive and when you leave.
They have a good balance between machines and members. I can always get a machine when I go. They don’t have any kind of sign in sheet, so I am sure you can imagine how dead it is in there. It’s nice though. If I wanted an overly crowded gym I would go to 24 hour fitness.
This gym is clean. Probably due to it’s lack of members. But it’s always clean.

YMCA has made such a positive impact in the community and it continues with their fitness facility in the old Sugar Mill in Waipahu.
With tons of free weights, machines, cardio machines, swimming pool and classes, there is no excuse to be bored at the gym. I guarantee you the staff will make you feel like family.
There is ample parking on both entrances and you can always feel safe in the area. The facility is located at the Sugar Mill with the old smoke stack intact. The top floor has the free weights, cardio and machines. The second floor includes the classes and the lower level has a swimming pool with another small fitness room. They also provide clean, white towels during your workout.
You will find many classes available from Spinning to Zumba which invite all age and fitness levels. They are open:
Monday-​Thursday 5:30AM — 9:30PM
Friday 5:30AM — 8:00PM
Saturday 7:00AM — 6:00PM
Sunday 9:00AM — 4:00PM
During the month of February, please help donate to the ASC (Annual Support Campaign) to provide financial assistant to the community and their fellow members.
The YMCA’s core values include:
1. Caring
2. Respect
3. Responsibility
4. Honesty