Yes, we below to the YMCA in VA and love it. My husband joined just to use the treadmill and "manly" equipment. I'm more into the yoga/step classes. It's been great. I love that you can go to any Y, like the previous person said. We have a bunch in our area and each one has different schedules of classes. Also, we have 2 kids and the childwatch has been great. The best part is not being locked into a contract.
A tip for you, if you are considering it you can go take a tour and just tell them you can't make up your mind. We did that and they gave us a free 2 week pass. Maybe your Y will do the same and you can check it our for free.