Summary / Description
2 indoor pickleball courts in Dan McKinney Family YMCA in La Jolla, CA. It has a very nice outdoor pool and jacuzzi area which is very much busy with a huge amount of swimming lanes and swimming lessons and children's activities. Residents of the County of San Diego are entitled to claim 2 passes a year, so you can try one two times or try two different ones they don't have to be back to back. They have nice locker rooms excellent showers excellent bathrooms. The workout area is upstairs and it's not very large.
FACILITIES
- Aerobics Center
- Child Watch
- Fitness Center
- Multi-Purpose Room
- Gym
- Handball and Racquetball Courts
- Ice Skating Rink
- Outdoor Field
- Pool
- Early Childhood Center
- Sauna
- Weight Room
- Tennis Courts
- Whirlpool
PROGRAMS
- Aquatics
- Arts and Humanities
- Camping and Outdoor Enrichment
- Before School, After School, and Early Learning
- Community Development and Resources
- Family Strengthening
- Health and Well-being
- Sports and Recreation
- Youth and Teen Development
OUTDOOR COURTS
- Available to members for open play.
- Courts are shared spaces and available throughout the day unless otherwise reserved for programming.
- Please check in at the Welcome Center before attending.
- Check out equipment at the Welcome Center. Members are responsible for setup/take-down.
INDOOR COURTS
Open play schedule (all levels) - Mornings: Monday, 8:00am-12:30pm | Tuesday, 9:00am-12:30pm | Wednesday 10:30-12:30pm | Thursday 8:00am – 11:00am | Friday, 8:00-11:00am
- Afternoons: Friday, 6:00-8:00pm | Saturday, 4:00-6:00pm
- Nets will be set up prior to open play. Equipment available for checkout at the Welcome Center, but we encourage you to bring your own.
- Please see Pickleball House Rules here
- Questions: lgonzalez5@ymcasd.org.
OPEN PLAY PICKLEBALL – FREE MEMBER BENEFIT!
Tuesdays 9am – 12pm
Thursdays 10am – 1pm
Fridays 9am – 11:45am
Open to all members 18 years and up
MEMBERSHIP
All memberships are subject to a one-time $60 join fee.
$0 JOIN FEE: SEPTEMBER 1-22!
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Join online with code FALL25 or stop by any of our 15 convenient San Diego locations.
Y COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
- Full access to 14 convenient YMCA locations throughout San Diego County.
- Unlimited drop-in access to group fitness classes.
- State-of-the-art fitness centers with circuit training and free weights.
- Supportive, knowledgeable wellness staff who can provide guidance on equipment and exercise.
- Access to pools, splash pads, spas, sports gymnasiums/courts.
- Program discounts: Up to 10% off child care (preschool, day/overnight camp, before & after school care) and up to 15% off other programming like swim, sports, gymnastics and more.
- Access to YMCA360 virtual programming that includes an expansive library of live and on-demand fitness classes, workshops, activities for kids and families and more.
- Social, educational and wellness activities and services designed for adults ages 55+.
- Access to visit YMCAs across the nation when you are traveling.
Y COMMUNITY PLUS MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
- Full access to 14 convenient YMCA locations throughout San Diego County.
- Unlimited drop-in access to group fitness classes, with option to reserve a spot in select classes.
- State-of-the-art fitness centers with circuit training and free weights.
- Supportive, knowledgeable wellness staff who can provide guidance on equipment and exercise.
- Child Watch services for family members with option for reservations.
- Access to pools, splash pads, spas, sports gymnasiums/courts.
- Program discounts: Up to 10% off overnight camp, up to 15% off child care (preschool, day camp, before & after school care) and up to 25% off other programming like swim, sports, gymnastics and more.
- Access to YMCA360 virtual programming that includes an expansive library of live and on-demand fitness classes, workshops, activities for kids and families and more.
- Social, educational and wellness activities and services designed for adults ages 55+.
- Access to visit YMCAs across the nation when you are traveling.
CATEGORY Y community Y / COMMUNITY PLUS
ADULT: $74 / $89
DUAL ADULT: $107 / $122
SENIOR (age 65+): $63 / $78
FAMILY 1 (one adult with children 17 and younger): $96 / $111
FAMILY 2 (two adults with children 17 and younger): $118 / $139
TEEN (ages 13-17; must purchase in branch): $48 / $52
All memberships are subject to a one-time $60 join fee.
| Day | Hours |
|---|
| Monday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Category | Available Features |
|---|
| Core Amenities | LightsRestroomsWater FountainBenchesNo FencingShowersLocker Rooms |
| Court Condition | CleanMixed MaintenanceMixed Noise LevelSafe Area |
| Court Surface | Hard CourtAcrylic Court |
| Equipment & Services | Lessons Available |
| Environment Features | ShadeCovered |
| Access Details | Membership RequiredReservation RequiredApp AccessFee Applies |
| Parking | Free Parking Lot |
| Nearby Facilities | Pickleball NearbySwimming Facilities NearbyBaseball NearbyGym Nearby |
Dog & Pet Information
Dog Rules: Dogs must be leashed and under control. Dog owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
Reviews & Ratings
Overall Rating
4.4
out of 5 stars (303 reviews)
Positive Reviews:Helen Hudson: ★★★★★
Thank God pickleball is back!!!
Jennifer Sterns: ★★★★
It's a very nice facility to join as far as indoor gyms go. It has a very nice outdoor pool and jacuzzi area which is very much busy with a huge amount of swimming lanes and swimming lessons and children's activities and all kinds of things like that. One of the nicest things is that it is a new and beautiful facility with a small workout area in general upstairs but it's a very nice workout area and if you are on any type of assistance ... social security or you have food stamps you can apply for a discounted (with a possibility of a complete Grant to cover the entire cost of a membership) membership that is good at all the YMCA's which all are very nice lately .. many of them have been remodeled and they take a lot of time and care to keep these new facilities clean and also they provide many nice amenities. Residents of the County of San Diego are entitled to claim 2 passes a year and so you can try one two times or try two different ones they don't have to be back to back ... you can do one in the spring and one in the fall ... they are very easy going about it and it is a nice way to spend the day especially if you're trying to decide to join a gym! They have nice locker rooms excellent showers excellent bathrooms, and an area to do your hair and get ready for the day if you go before work and a lovely way to wind down after work! The only thing that I thought could be improved was today is not easy to navigate at this particular YMCA your way through reserving a basketball court or finding a class it's a little bit chaotic the way the workout area is upstairs and it's not very large, but I'm sure that the staff would be able to help with any of those questions.
Dongjing He: ★★★★★
Awesome facilities. Relatively newer than the other YMCA location in San Diego. Can only speak to the group fitness class. It is not crowded and the instructor quality is okay. Unbeatable sunset view from the gym!
TAG Spearguns: ★★★★★
Such a nice gym, pools, sauna, etc. The weight area is a tad small and missing a couple pieces but still a VERY well setup YMCA.
Jonathan (Jonathans.business): ★★★★★
UPDATE: This is a wonderful facility with some really caring quality people working there that's for sure. Sometimes there is too much talking in the sauna. Some of the people are very kind and friendly. PRIOR REVIEW: This YMCA is one of the greatest Ys in the world. It's a massive flagship complex that serves so many people, each day. There's something for everyone and it's huge. Great classes, Zumba, body combat, yoga, all sorts of stuff. From lifting weights to treadmill and machines and weights. The staff is always friendly and observant. The building is beautiful. The two large pools are great there's a giant jacuzzi and a steam room and a sauna. The crowd is friendly and respectful. It's a very beloved destination for families and the kid amenities are great including the outdoor patio for families to enjoy with ping pong and the little kids water park back in the pool section. I love this Y and it's in a great location and it's just a very quality positive atmosphere.
David Temple: ★★★★★
I cannot believe the value of this place. Nice equipment. Clean building. Kind people. Easy hours. Plenty of services. Fair pricing.
KM Phelps: ★★★★★
I’m convinced this is the nicest YMCA in the United States. The facility itself feels high end and the workout equipment is great. I enjoyed the smoothie bar and food. The splash pad was our go-to spot.
Dan Patterson: ★★★★
Pool is awesome, haven't tried basketball courts yet. Strength training area should be expanded imo but I'm glad it's there none the less.
Reagan Cao: ★★★★★
This YMCA has very big pools. It is very big too. Very good location.
Arshia Ilaty: ★★★★★
It's a fantastic facility for the families.
Neutral Reviews:Carol Jackson: ★★★
It is such a shame that such a fantastic facility always has something not working. Spa has been down for weeks. Lap pool has been down off and on and rec pool also. Last month was the sauna. Spare parts might be helpful.
Negative Reviews:Sarah Feyerick: ★
During my time as a member there were lots of technical issues ranging from the sauna being broken to the hot water in the showers being down. In addition, I found their app interface to be confusing and unhelpful. When I went to submit a request to cancel my membership via the app I didn't realize nothing happened with that information and the membership never was cancelled. Nor was I sent confirmation that this request was received or acknowledged. To my own fault it took me 2 months to realize I was still being charged. When I requested a refund from Brian I was met with a brick wall of unprofessionalism where he responded to my refund request by charging me for an additional month. Their IT issues and unclear processes became my responsibility to defend and then they just stopped responding. If you don't need adequate customer service then this facility should suit you fine. If you need to cancel your membership, take screenshots. You'll need them in order to get in touch with anyone helpful. So incredibly disappointing.
ThisIsAPerson: ★
I had the worst experience with the front desk person named Brian. He gave so much attitude and didn’t make the Dan Mckinney gym feel welcoming at all.
Suzanne Van Cleve: ★★
The aquatic facility is badly run. The spa is either always broken or closed. The pool is either off temperature or off chemicals. It’s so inconsistent that I just canceled my membership. But even more annoying, I have emailed a supervisor at the La Jolla facility, and the vice president of membership. And haven’t heard a peep in response. So beware before you plunk down your monthly sports fee here.
P N: ★★
Not perfect but definitely better than the other options out there. BAD: lots of SINGLE MEN in FAMILY locker room (should not be allowed!!), kids club not supervised properly (babies paid lots of attention to, toddlers can get hurt and the staff didn't see what happened), towel service removed, people sweating up the equipment and dropping weights with no acknowledgement from the staff & trainers. GOOD: group classes, gorgeous view, instructor Cappie, pools.
Jozeph Yakeera: ★
Crazy over crowded you can’t get on a treadmill let alone a bench or chest press, absolutely insane. Stay away!
Nick Torres: ★
I've been a loyal member of this establishment for years and have always enjoyed excellent service. However, recently, there's been a noticeable decline in the quality of service. The most recent experiences have been nothing short of disappointing. The more mature staff members, who were once pleasant to deal with, seem to have lost their charm and professionalism. It's disheartening to encounter such lack of respect and organization. It feels like one hand doesn't know what the other is doing. I truly hope that the management takes action to improve the demeanor and organization of their staff. It's crucial for this place to regain its reputation as a pleasant and welcoming destination for its patrons.
Notable Quotes:Jozeph Yakeera: ★
Crazy over crowded you can’t get on a treadmill let alone a bench or chest press, absolutely insane. Stay away!
Dongjing He: ★★★★★
Awesome facilities. Relatively newer than the other YMCA location in San Diego. Can only speak to the group fitness class. It is not crowded and the instructor quality is okay. Unbeatable sunset view from the gym!
TAG Spearguns: ★★★★★
Such a nice gym, pools, sauna, etc. The weight area is a tad small and missing a couple pieces but still a VERY well setup YMCA.
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