YMCA Shawnessy is a well-known brand that has established itself as a premier destination for fitness and community engagement. With its prime location in Shawnessy, the facility offers a range of amenities and programs to cater to the diverse needs and interests of its members. From a state-of-the-art pool and well-equipped basketball court to a library and swimming lessons for all ages, YMCA Shawnessy has something for everyone. With a team of dedicated volunteers, the facility creates a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages individuals to lead an active and healthy lifestyle. Whether it's engaging in sports activities or taking part in educational programs, YMCA Shawnessy provides the perfect platform for individuals to connect with like-minded individuals and build lasting relationships. With its commitment to enhancing the overall well-being of its members, YMCA Shawnessy continues to be a preferred choice for individuals seeking a holistic approach to health and fitness.
Reviews
Good gym! Very nice volunteers and staff. Also accommodating for low income families. One downside is if you would like to use the steam shower, you need to be a plus member. You can use the hot tub which is good! Hours have changed a bit. Double check each day. They also offer low income memberships and an aid who can come with you if you are a person with a disability. Great accommodations if needed.
Loved the atmosphere. Just can't access steam room because they require a plus membership. Can't do steam in drop in. Only hot tub by the kiddie pool. Very nice to go with kids.
Went originally to climb but you gotta book that in advanced online ...
I wasusing this facility from last one year for my daughter swimming lesson.this is our 5th lesson and the worst instructor ever. The instructor is more of like enjoying her swimming time rather focussing on kids to learn. I wish this class to finish ASAP . Watching her during swimming class makes me angry.
Why one star?
1) Worst YMCA compared to Ramington or Seaton in Calgary.
2) Rude entitled staff, who have terrible tone and attitude to everyone visiting. Few good people, most just absolutely terrible. Very rude and aggressive people working here.
3) Old equipment in the gym and not enough equipment, poorly planned.
4) Kids swimming pool doesn’t have much to offer.
Steam room for plus members is best, that is about it.
All Calgary YMCA facilities implemented a “legal right violating” access waiver during Covid and they never removed it. This waiver releases the facility from "all" responsibility including slips and falls, injury from equipment, theft and lack of security. Called asking when this waiver requirement would be removed and they told me they would drop it after Covid, that never happened. I've reached out to managers and tried to contact upper management about it to no avail. They barely answer the phone to most locations either. Customer service is virtually non-existent. Stay away from this place unless you want to become a statistic. Don’t risk turning into a pretzel from un-maintained equipment. Before this waiver requirement I frequently saw broken resistance training equipment where the welds had even broken loose. Uncaring about your safety all for the sake of their bottom line and cost cutting.
Great weight room with lots of machines and space. I appreciated the sight of some machines such as the belt squat which you don't see in regular commercial gyms. Aside from the facilities the staff was very kind and friendly. Excellent customer service. Highly recommend.
5 stars because they were nice and have people who play instruments after closing.
Charges $80 dollars a month the facility is okay but it’s nothing special. If you’re a parent you got to pay $5 dollars everytime you want to go to the gym as if parents don’t already struggle with finances.
Then you say okay let’s do it you and your kid sign up. The swimming kid pool is nothing special compared to all of the other ymca. Why do you charge the same amount for a 5 star gym an a 2 star gym? Doesn’t make sense.
Also I’ve been harassed by one of the life guards. I told him I’m married and his answer was I am too but it doesn’t matter 🙄. So it’s an expensive facility that is not really worth it and I also feel uncomfortable going because of that dude…
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Hours
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Monday
05:30 AM - 09:00 PM
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Tuesday
05:30 AM - 09:00 PM
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Wednesday
05:30 AM - 09:00 PM
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Thursday
05:30 AM - 09:00 PM
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Friday
05:30 AM - 09:00 PM
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Saturday
07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Sunday
07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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