Cool, so this is the first YMCA I have ever been to, so i have nothing to compare it to. Although I really don't need to compare it, as it does everything I need it to do. It has GREAT equipment for working out. I mean state of the art. you can plug your ipod or USB drive into the equipment for music and fitness tracking!
In addition, They have a children's center where you can drop off your kid while you work out, and the place is hardly EVER busy!
The guy at the front counter (my wife told me his name but I cant remember) went out of his way for me the other day and it was really appreciated! It seems like everyone there is cheerful and happy to help you with everything you need.
The people that frequent this facility are extremely courteous, and clean the machines when they get done. I'm not kidding! I watched them! You don't get that kind of attitude at the gym on the corner!
Also, the classes are challenging and fun (I don't attend, but my wife does and she loves them!)
This facility is really awesome, and for the price you can't beat it! Do yourself a favor and quit your overcrowded, overpriced gym and join the Y in Tempe!