Irsay Family YMCA at CityWay

Irsay Family YMCA at CityWay

🔆 Infrared Sauna 🔥 Traditional Sauna

📍 430 S Alabama St, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46225

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⭐ 4.4 (483 reviews) View on Google

What Visitors Say

What Visitors Liked

✓ sauna available✓ hot tub available✓ high-quality facilities✓ well-maintained locker rooms✓ friendly staff✓ walking track✓ city views✓ top-notch equipment✓ swimming pools✓ accessible for disabled✓ knowledgeable staff✓ water aerobics classes

What Visitors Noted

• sauna closed midday• unsanitary sauna shoe policy• wet patrons in sauna• enforced sock/barefoot rule• pool temperature too low• limited water aerobics classes• limited foam rollers• small locker room towels• poor basketball quality• missing leg press/hack squat• parking lot potholes• parking violation issues⚠ mixed feedback on staff responsiveness• peak time machine shortages• infrequent equipment cleaning

Cold Plunge & Sauna

This spa provides a sauna and hot tub as part of its wellness facilities. Spa-goers note the sauna is closed daily from 1-4 PM for maintenance. A policy requiring bare feet or socks in the sauna is enforced, which some guests find unsanitary. This policy is compounded when patrons enter the sauna soaking wet from the pool, creating slippery conditions. The hot tub is also available for use alongside the sauna. Some members have expressed frustration with this rule and its enforcement to management.

Additional Amenities

Beyond the thermal amenities, this expansive community hub is a large, high-quality facility with a great deal of programming. It features a well-equipped fitness center, a swimming pool, a walking track on the third floor with city views, and basketball courts. The locker rooms and showers are well-maintained. The venue offers water aerobics classes, though some guests note a desire for more frequent classes and express concern over pool temperature. The facility is noted for its accessibility for disabled guests.

Staff

The staff are generally described as friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, contributing to a positive environment for many members.

Location & Expansion

The venue is located at 430 S Alabama St in Indianapolis. Some guests have noted issues with potholes in the parking lot and complications with a third-party parking violation system linked to the facility.

What Reviewers Love

  • The facility is large, high-quality, and well-maintained with a great variety of equipment and activities.
  • The staff are frequently praised for being friendly and knowledgeable.
  • The venue is appreciated for its accessibility features and welcoming environment for all ages.

Amenities

saunahot tubswimming poolfitness centerwalking trackbasketball courtslocker roomsshowerswater aerobics classes

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the sauna hours?

The sauna is closed daily for maintenance from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Is there a dress code for the sauna?

Yes, a policy requires guests to be either barefoot or wear socks inside the sauna. Shoes are not permitted.

Are there classes for seniors?

Yes, the facility offers water aerobics classes. Some senior members have expressed a desire for more class frequency and consistent pool temperature.