Goderich Huron YMCA

I want to start this off by stating that the majority of the Y staff is absolutely AMAZING! I am always greeted with a smile. The front desk is always quick to respond to any inquiries I may have. The staff is knowledgeable and hardworking.I have been a proud Y member for over a decade, but the newest tiered membership has stopped short on making it more affordable.We have always held a family membership, but now my children only really utilize the facility for swimming lessons which are only available through an active membership. The increased Family membership fee (that includes swimming lessons) is the top tier, at almost $160/month with no option to pay for swimming lessons as a non-member. I believe swimming lessons (especially when living on the lake) should be made available for all children and youth without added barriers.There is a direct need for swimming lessons, in our area. Making it only available to members is very divisive for a lifesaving skill. There should be an option to pay for swimming lessons, as a non-member with comparable pricing to neighboring communities. Community members could opt for this, as well as private lessons, pre-pandemic.In speaking with other members, there is also a concern that a pool only" membership was overlooked

Wonderful facility & helpful staff. Lucky to have the facility in town!