FCAC is a humble little tennis club for beginners and intermediates to make friends and learn the…read moregame. Glenn D. works hard to set-up matches and provide learning opportunities! The culture is designed to allow people to easily get courts and "drop-in " on short notice for "pick-up games". What a neighborly, old-school concept! You don't get this coziness at other clubs.

Very affordable and friendly tennis club. Open 24hrs!!!read more

Paramount is awesome! Chris is a super attentive and involved business owner who practices what he…read morepreaches and is also very accommodating with scheduling and the logistical side of things. I worked with Paolo on strength training. He is super knowledgeable and has an amazing talent for quickly connecting with people and assessing their level of skill and fitness to help them achieve their goals. Just an overall great experience. Highly recommend! Dave P.

The environment at Paramount is a strong blend of inclusivity and competitiveness. Coaches are…read moreattentive, encouraging and care about your health and experience. Paramount offers a range of classes from introductory conditioning, 1:1 personal training to competitive Olympic weightlifting. Watch their website for monthly free drop in days to check it out for yourself!

The Klahaya Swim & Tennis Club grounds were well maintained and a nice community space when I…read morecompeted in the Seattle Summer Swim League 1999 to 2010 for Innis Arden. The parking lot is medium size and during swim meets the church across the street was kind and allowed overflow parking, so the walk was not too far. During my younger years, the blocks were a bit like a very thick and durable plastic table and the backstroke hand rungs were sharp (not piercing) on my fingers. The top of the blocks could get slick and were on the flatter side. Some of the Klahaya swimmers expressed glee about how their pool had the "cleanest" blocks because they were flat. There was some debate on whether using slightly tilted and rough-surfaced blocks constituted cheating in a race. It was commonly agreed upon wedge technology for starting blocks counted as cheating. I was thankful for the flatter blocks because it helped me realize how much a rough surface on a block and a slight tilt could change the depth of a dive off a block and overall dive form. The pool was well designed for waiting for races both on the benches and behind the blocks, watching the swimmers from the bleachers or the side/end of the lanes, and a large grassy area next to the tennis courts provided space to spread out a blanket and/or chairs. Concessions were easy to find, though the line could flow into the walking path if long. Locker rooms were easy to access from the pool deck.

A members only swim and tennis club located in the outskirts of Edmonds, kinda between the cities…read moreof Shoreline and Edmonds. The pool is an outdoor pool and is only open seasonally. Membership is limited and the wait list to join takes a bit but those in the know, enjoy this little private community club. Starch-boy, our son, has enjoyed attending several birthday parties here. The staff is well versed in safety instruction and they have requirements of the swimmers to allow them into the deep ends of the pool. The facility is always clean, plenty of parking and the staff are always helpful. Only knock against it is the pool is only open seasonally.

Yes... my name is Tanis and I play Tennis. Oh man, summer was a ripe time for plays on my name. The…read moretennis one came up a lot as did "Tanis is tan" and "Tan is Tanis". One of the ways I got so tan during the summers was by playing tennis outdoors. Also, swimming, playing water polo, and working outdoors. So the summers, especially the years I took part in Innis Arden Tennis, were full of consistent plays on my name. Honestly I didn't mind it one bit, it added to the overall experience. I participated in the beginner to intermediate lessons/session(s) and did not partake in tournaments/matches between tennis clubs. For me playing tennis here was more social than competitive and a fun way to pass time during the day in the summers when my parents were at work. Those of us in the lessons tended to coordinate what session to take during the summer so we were guaranteed having at least one or two friends in the class. It was also fun to meet new people and see who signed up for the same session as us. Coaches/instructors vary and I had good ones. The tennis courts are well maintained and one of my favorite aspects of practice was picking up the tennis balls after running out or low during different drills. And then there were the times I'd hit a ball over the fence surrounding the courts into a tree, those ones could be a pain to find. At the end of the year there was a banquet for those who took part in tennis during the summer and different awards and participation items were handed out. My first year it was a trophy for a participation item, later it switched to t-shirts. I loved getting t-shirts and other attire for the sports I participated in, that formed the bulk of my wardrobe for a good many years growing up and into college. Tennis courts are located next to the Innis Arden Clubhouse and pool which was nice when racing from swim practice to tennis practice and needing to minimize travel time.

My friend in Seattle has a membership here and she reserved a double kayak to take out onto Lake…read moreWashington this morning for about an hour. They have everything you need including paddles, kayaks and life jackets. It was beautiful cool sunny breezy day. We enjoyed being out on the water with only the geese, one speedboat with a water skier and one other two-person kayak. Super serene and peaceful . Managed to get only our feet slightly wet. If I lived up here, I'd take up kayaking as a regular hobby, because it's fun! Thanks to the two lifeguards at poolside today who guided my friend through the online reserving of the kayak and then told us how to find all the equipment at the shed and shore. Highly recommend!

The Sheridan Beach Community Club was a wonderful host for the meets I competed in at Sheridan…read moreBeach as part of the Northern Division circuit of pools (8 North Division teams, 8 South Division teams - Seattle Summer Swim League) when I competed on the youth team for Innis Arden from 1999 to 2010. Due to many cars during the meets, there was a bit of a walk to get to the pool for competitions, but not really hills to make the walk difficult. The pool deck around the pool was small, so we came with the be extra considerate mentality when swimming here because everyone was cramped. My first-ever post-season swim meet was here in 1999. It was B-Champs, a meet for those who failed to make the time cuts for prelims. I loved the pool and how fun the meet was. There was more joy on the pool deck than I later observed at the meets reserved for the fast swimmers. If there was one hook for me competing the full 12 summer seasons I did, it was that first B-Champs in 1999 for me and that I would get to swim at the Sheridan Beach pool again if I continued competing. I loved the four-lane pool. It was a unique competition environment and a tight fit in the competition space that I liked. Outside the pool deck was concessions, a large grassy area, and a playground. Our coaches encouraged us not to waste our energy playing on the playground. We found that allowed for some healthy rebellion, playing for five to ten minutes during the meets to make sure we did not lose sight of the fact we were kids. The space did not lose its magic when I became a teenager.

This gym is great. The club members actually clean it. It seemed very sanitized. The basic…read moremembership is 10$ a month plus tax and the black card membership is 22.99$ a month. I think Planet Fitness can't be beat. Last time I checked the hours here they were open til 10 during the week and 7 pm During the weekend. Nathan and Avery @ the front desk were awesome. Great customer service especially from Nathan. He went above and beyond. Black card members get 50% off drinks, access to total body enhancement , tanning and training. Also 20% off at Reebok.com they have every machine you can think of. Only thing they don't have is pool, hot tub and sauna which isn't a big deal. I like the atmosphere. It also doesn't smell dirty the air is clean. There are mini lockers up front with pre set combos that you can set. My only Issue with this gym is that they do not verify who has been vaccinated or not. This leaves a lot of room for dishonesty. I get that people don't want to wear masks but we all need to do our part. Saw a lot of members actually wiping the machines down

I've been a member for over a decade, and over the years I've noticed a decline in several areas…read more The biggest issue is the water fountain. It's honestly one of the nastiest I've seen. The top around the water filter is rusty, old, and appears moldy. The drainage holes are dirty and moldy as well. This has been an ongoing issue for years, and it's surprising that such a basic part of the gym hasn't been addressed. The indoor cycling equipment also needs attention. There are two nice FreeMotion bikes, but they aren't being maintained. The pedal straps are constantly broken. One bike has essentially been abandoned, and now the other one has the same problem. Another issue is the hand sanitizer stations. While there are plenty throughout the gym, some stay empty for weeks before being refilled. Overall cleanliness has also slipped. The obvious areas are cleaned, but if you look at corners, door frames, and less visible spots, you'll find spider webs and bugs. It gives the impression that only the most visible areas receive regular attention. That said, there are things this gym does very well. The staff is always genuinely kind and welcoming without feeling forced. They hire great people. The workout machines are clean, and the new layout is a significant improvement. The reason I'm giving this a one-star review is the water fountain. It's been unsanitary for far too long, and clean drinking water is a basic expectation for any gym. Fixing that alone would make a huge difference.

Friendly staff, tons of great classes, and most of the personal trainers are knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. They really work on building community, and the senior community is strong. They keep up on most repairs and close for a week each September for major repairs and a deep clean. Daily cleaning is good, but people don't always clean up after themselves in the locker rooms. The equipment is clean and working. The exercise area is large, but the free weight area is still crowded in the early evenings. I wish they had longer weekend hours and still had a towel service.

We were invited by some friends, who have guest passes with their membership, to spend the morning…read moreswimming during Rec Time in the pool. The space was large, looked clean, and well laid out. We enjoyed the expansive family changing areas, different and a great surprise. Lockers are available, too for use while swimming in the large pool. The pool was separated in half. One half was composed of four lap lanes; good signage for those wishing to swim slow, medium or fast. The second half was also split in half, creating two smaller, square pools, one shallow (2-4 feet) the other deeper (4-5 feet). The shallow side held a water structure, shaped like a mushroom, that showered upon the kids splashing and playing in the area. (To turn this feature on, a lifeguard must be notified.) In order to be free to swim in the deep end (where there is a tube slide, which wasn't in use during our visit), one must prove to the lifeguards competency and skill - jump far enough in to hold your head underwater, swim the length of the pool without resting or stopping, and float or tread water for 30 seconds. This is a great tool for encouraging up-coming swimmers, as well as keeping people safe. Well done! After our swim session, our friends gave us a little tour of the class spaces, gymnasium, workout machines, free coffee/tea/hot cocoa, and kids/teen play and hang out spaces. It's a great facility and we look forward to coming back!

I was sent over to Columbia Athletic to work with a personal trainer as part of a weight loss…read moreprogram. There was a choice of gyms but I was told Columbia had the best trainers. I was out of shape and, to put it mildly, terrified. They partnered me with a trainer (Valerie) who has experience working with people trying to get in shape and not as young as they used to be - not to mention vast reserves of patience, such that I never felt pressured, and the skill to modify exercises as we went along to accommodate my issues (trick knee!) and ability level (at first, zero). I worked my way up gradually and it was amazing how quickly I improved! I started to enjoy my time at the gym and look forward to my time working out on the exercise bikes, circuit, and so on. Then COVID-19 hit (booooooo!). I was shocked at how much I missed going to the gym. At the same time, I was Impressed with the way the owners handled communication with members, and made the effort to keep staff employed - and likewise, the way so many members volunteered to continue paying dues for a facility they couldn't use, so that staff could continue to be paid. It speaks volumes about how much Columbia really is a community. I'm finally back, two mornings a week with a trainer. I look forward to the next Phase of reopening, when I can hopefully get back to the gym more frequently.

Unprofessional vibe and aging facilities. There actually are three clubs--Kirkland, Silver Lake,…read moreand Pine Lake (Issaquah, Sammamish Plateau). For example, on 9/21/26, a morning lifeguard at Kirkland who multiple times engaged me in inappropriate and lengthy discussions of her personal life, proceeded to tell me that her main job is "breaking up fights" between members over priority regarding lap lane placement in the pool. The lifeguard further informed me that her biggest problem is "a lady," and that her problematic older members are difficult because they "don't get enough sleep." She also laughed at an older member that day who twice had to return over forgotten items. The lifeguard additionally told me that her Aquatics Supervisor gets upset on nice days for some reason because "everyone uses the outdoor pool" at Silver Lake. She recited him in mocking tone of the way he talks. When I just visited the Pine Lake Club a member in the sauna volunteered how unprofessional and lazy the employees are actually within the context of us talking about the one employee at any of the three Columbia clubs--at least front desk employees--whom we considered impressive, an older lady who works early mornings at Pine Lake. Along those lines, a lifeguard at Silver Lake explained to me that she was pumping lots of water into the hot tub because the hot tub loses water and her fellow employees "don't do their job." Mind you too, everything I describe occurred in less than two weeks of my initial membership. The member in the sauna at Pine Lake for whom I was speaking, a longer term member with a family also members, further bemoaned that the Pro Club has not opened a facility on the Sammamish Plateau because of how old and unkept the Columbia facilities have become. We commented on a very visibly ripped coach in the Pine Lake lobby and all the rust above ground in the pool area. The golf facility staff at Silver Lake proceeded to tell me that the clubs they have to rent out are in poor condition. Overall, at Columbia you distinctly get the impression that the second generation of family owners now in charge simply are milking the facilities for what can be extracted. I also found the behavior of one marginally older female employee at Juanita to make me uncomfortable with regard to her overt friendliness, to put it mildly. In fact, there also is other employee behavior that has caused me to question whether the highest level of on-site club management may have employees for whom they are especially connected, to put it one way.

My son has been enrolled here for 5 years. The dojang is under new ownership and we could not be…read moremore thrilled. Master Dalton (the new owner) takes a special interest in each student's learning and progress. He seems to genuinely care and we are so proud of the example and standard he sets for our son. Master Lee is still an instructor here and I'm very grateful to her as well- we always appreciated her and Master Kim for the exceptional training they offered. They're the reason we've stayed these 5 years. If you are considering trying tkd- this is a great place to begin your journey! If you tried Seattle TKD before but were turned of by the owner- I would urge you to give it another look.

Extremely unpleasant and disgusting experience. Wasted my time and gas TWICE and got an attitude…read morefor something out of my control. I have never experienced such disrespect from a martial arts establishment before. Very happy I never gave these people my money. This is a bad business. Thank you.

A park near where I grew up; its really developed through the years but still has its charm as the…read more'train park' - a train as part of the kids play area. Plenty of trails through the hillside from 197th or on the main street. The trail has widened and gotten paved as well around the back end of the park and around the reservoir, which makes for a good 2 mile run or for dog walkers. The neighborhood is pretty quiet and a parking lot up front.

Nice place to place to take your family too, my niece and nephew liked it a lot ! And it's clean !read more