Andover YMCA
📍 15200 Hanson Blvd NW, Andover, Minnesota, 55304
What Visitors Say
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The Andover YMCA provides a traditional sauna as part of its aquatics area for gym members. This amenity is situated alongside an indoor pool and whirlpool, contributing to a recovery-focused environment within a clean facility. The presence of the sauna is noted as a standard offering for members. There is no mention of a dedicated cold plunge or specific sauna temperature details in member feedback.
Atmosphere
The facility maintains a clean environment and is often described as not being busy, contributing to a relaxed atmosphere. The venue shares a building with the Andover Community Center, which some members note can lead to confusion regarding which amenities are included with a YMCA membership versus those requiring an additional community center fee.
Staff
Member feedback on staff is mixed. Many members describe the staff as friendly, polite, and nice, with specific praise for the lifeguards. However, other members report negative experiences with specific leadership personnel, citing instances of perceived unprofessionalism and rudeness.
Additional Amenities
This gym offers a comprehensive family-focused environment. Key amenities include a standard fitness gym, a full basketball court, and a significant aquatic area featuring an indoor pool and whirlpool. The family-friendly indoor pool is a major highlight, featuring a leisure pool with a large shallow area and multiple slides suitable for young children. The facility also provides extensive kids' areas, including a Kids Stuff room, an indoor two-story playground, an outdoor playground, and childcare services. An on-site Subway restaurant is located within the shared community center building.
What Reviewers Love
- The clean facility and family-friendly aquatic area with a leisure pool and slides are frequently praised.
- Many members appreciate the variety of dedicated indoor and outdoor play areas for children.
- The atmosphere is often described as not busy, which guests find appealing.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
What facilities are actually part of the YMCA membership versus the Andover Community Center?
The YMCA membership includes access to the gym, pool, sauna, whirlpool, basketball court, and kids' play areas. The large hockey arena, additional ice rinks, and some other facilities require a separate entrance fee as they belong to the adjacent Community Center.
Is the facility suitable for families with young children?
Yes, it is highly family-friendly. It features a leisure pool with a large shallow area and slides for young children, multiple dedicated indoor and outdoor kids' play areas, and childcare services.
Are there any concerns about access to amenities?
Some members express frustration that popular facilities like pools and activity areas can frequently be at capacity or closed for scheduled classes, limiting access for general members not enrolled in specific programs.
