I worked at both- in my opinion if you are just working out and using childcare (no classes) I vote Mercy. I am not sure the cost these days (I am pretty sure its down from when I was there) but for the money I like the classes and equipment better at the Healthplex. The y is more of a family place. You can still do classes and swim lessons at the Healthplex and I feel its a little cleaner. If you want to use the outdoor pool though, the Y is your option.
Re: anderson mercy health vs. Y
I worked at both- in my opinion if you are just working out and using childcare (no classes) I vote Mercy. I am not sure the cost these days (I am pretty sure its down from when I was there) but for the money I like the classes and equipment better at the Healthplex. The y is more of a family place. You can still do classes and swim lessons at the Healthplex and I feel its a little cleaner. If you want to use the outdoor pool though, the Y is your option.