I recently joined the YMCA after becoming tiresome of the Goodlife-douchebaggery.
I pay slightly less than my Goodlife membership, around $60+ a month. If you are unable to make that fee, they have membership-assistance for those who have a tighter budget. With my membership here I get so much more. In one location there's a swimming pool, a large gymnasium for various sports, and a 2 floor work-out/weight room. On top of that, they offer a wide variety of fitness classes.
What I find most refreshing about the YMCA is that the staff are friendly and helpful. When I started at the gym, one of the trainers helped me with my form when lifting weights. I didn't have to pay him for training sessions, he was just being genuinely helpful. It blew my mind.