I've been going here to get my legs sugared by Christina (the Managing Licensed Esthetician) since…read moreNovember of 2016. I can't believe how kind and professional she is, even to someone who is new to the process and asks TONS of questions like me! She made sure I wasn't uncomfortable and that the sugar wasn't pulling on my skin. She gave me specific instructions to follow before my first appointment to help me be best prepared for the procedure. Her directions for exfoliation were thorough and clear; and this is a key step to having any hair removal procedure to avoid skin irritation and ingrown hair. I'm excited to keep going and see the hair growth diminish on my legs. I get horrible razor burn, so this has been the best thing for me. Christina is happy to help with any other skin questions I have, giving suggestions of things to avoid and things to try that I already have at home... Never trying to just upsell me, she has offered me a few samples to try before buying a full-sized product from their showroom. The Spa has such a calm and peaceful atmosphere, as well. So much so that I look forward to spending a couple hours having my legs sugared, even though it isn't the most pain-free experience! (It does hurt a LOT LESS than regular waxing, however!) Highly recommended!

I have been a patient of Dr. Nicks for some time now. I just started using the spa next door for…read moremost of its abilities. Had a massage about two weeks ago that was excellent. Today I had a full detox with Robin, OMG. I am very familiar with taking care of my body and believe in many different forms. With that being said I am not sure I have ever had a more refreshing and satisfying three hour session in my life. Robin is amazing and provides a level of care that is second to none. Strongly recommend treating your body to three hours with Robin...

I recently joined the Browns and I'm new to the area... Robert took me under his wing and showed me…read moreall of the modalities that they offered at recharge. I know where I'm spending my days off the rest of the season! GoBrowns! and again thank you club recharge! DColquitt

From the owner: Infrared saunas are different from a traditional sauna because they penetrate beneath the surface…read moreof the skin. They use wavelengths of light that are invisible to the naked eye called infrared. These wavelengths do not just heat the skin, they go deep into the body to warm from within. This is a far more effective method than a traditional sauna. Traditional saunas use mind clogging steam to heat a room. The hot air in turn heats your skin. Unfortunately for traditional saunas, the heat only warms the outer layers of skin. The body feels almost no heat deep within. If you were to attempt to feel the same penetrating heat from a traditional sauna you would have to remain inside the steam room for over an hour.

You really can't call this place a gym or fitness center. It's a private club that also happens to…read morehave amazing workout facilities, a massage parlor, rehab facilities, a top-notch aquatics center and a drop in daycare! As an dual resident and endurance runner, I need a place to do my cross training all summer long. I also have two small children under 3, and a wife that wants to be fit as well. We got the family membership, and we all go to the gym! The machines are beyond clean, the weights are organized, the pool is beautiful, and there's a hot tub after a great workout to soothe sore muscles. The locker rooms make you feel like a professional athlete. And to top it all off, the staff is super friendly and actually REMEMBER who you are when you walk through the door. You're a person, not a number! Now, if only they would open a Southwest Florida branch I would join there too and workout there all winter as well.

During my employment at this facility, I had to bring my 1 year old child to meet my wife in the…read moreparking lot so that we could switch cars and then she would take our kid home. She worked first and I worked second shift to cover costs of child care. One of my coworkers, Diane, would constantly make fun of my 1 year olds outfits and laugh about it while I was waiting for my wife to pick him up. This is the reason why I decided to end employment with Summa because of the bullying nature. I cannot recommend Summa for being a member or employee.

The salt room is a very interesting experience. I think I will have to do it a few times to know if…read moreit really makes a difference. Plus, I think I'd like to study about this type of treatment more. There's a salt wall, which I think is mostly for aesthetics and looks. Then they have a machine coming out of the wall that helps disperse salt humidity. Similar to a humidifier with salt water in it. I could taste the salt on my lips and throat. When I breathe through my nose, it did seem to activate something that helped clear my sinuses more. My nose feels very clear since I've left, and I tend to have a lot of allergy issues. I think I'll go back and try this again in the future. The employee was welcoming, inviting, and informative.

Went in today for the salt therapy session. It is very clean and welcoming. I had a very relaxing…read morepeaceful experience and will definitely return. Liz at the front desk was very sweet and explained everything.

People were very nice and the equipment was ample. If your goal is to get a good workout this is…read morehighly recommend

My experience with LA Fitness ultimately led me to cancel my membership despite being satisfied…read morewith the actual personal training. I was paying more than $200 per month when my personal training package and other membership amenities were included. Unfortunately, I experienced repeated issues with the overall gym environment, including interactions with staff members that I felt were disrespectful and included offensive remarks as I passed by. I brought my concerns to management more than once, but eventually reached the point where I no longer felt comfortable continuing to pay that amount of money in an environment where I could not simply focus on my workout in peace. I ultimately spoke with management and a regional manager about ending my agreement. They did work with me somewhat on the cancellation cost and reduced the amount by approximately $200, but I still paid more than $300 to get out of the contract. I want to be fair and say that the personal training itself was very good. My reason for leaving was not the quality of the training. It was the overall environment and my feeling that, for what I was paying, I should have been able to expect a consistently professional and respectful experience. For me, the biggest lesson from this experience is that I will no longer enter into long-term gym contracts. I now prefer month-to-month memberships so that if the environment or service does not meet my expectations, I have the ability to leave without paying hundreds of dollars to get out of an agreement. When someone is investing this much money in their health and fitness, they should be able to come into the gym, work out, and leave without unnecessary problems. That was ultimately what I was looking for, and unfortunately I did not feel I was receiving it here.

Today's first Barre class at the Shaw JCC felt like giving my body a little pruning and fresh…read morewater. Autumn guided us with kindness through stretches and core work I've been needing. ‍ "I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers." -- 3 John 1:2 Trying to turn this into a rhythm, not a one-time moment. Posting so I stay rooted and consistent--because both health and faith grow with care. . #AccountabilityPost #NewRoutine #BuildingHealthyRoots #OneDayAtATime #ProgressOverPerfection #SpiritAndStrength #StewardTheBody #ShawJCC #WellnessJourney #MidlifeStrong #WomenWhoMove

You have to make a 24 hour appointment for daycare! I feel that now very helpful for parents that…read moreare busy in life!

In full disclosure, I am reviewing this after being a member for 3 weeks. As a college student home…read morefor the holidays, I was worried about my marathon training in the midst of Ohio winters. In these crazy weeks of blizzards, black ice, and unusually cold weather, Lifestyles remained a top-notch facility where staff seemed happy to be doing their job! For $75, students can get a one month membership. My mom and brother (he is considered a dependent) are also on annual memberships and it comes out to something like $5/day, which is a STEAL given the quality of this gym. Let's review some Lifestyles-specific highlights: 1) The space, built into the Akron General hospital building, is as clean as gyms can get. The locker rooms are especially pristine, with carpeting, ample bench and countertop space, and added perks like a hair dryer/curling iron mirror station in the women's, towel service, and a couch-and-tv waiting area in each locker room for straggling workout partners. It's amazing how a carpeted locker room can make a gym seem like a destination of sorts :) Showers and toilets are separated from the changing and locker areas by a heavy door, which encourages cleanliness and helps with the awkwardness of stripping about. 2) The "crowds," even during this holiday and resolutions season, are so manageable. The machines are clearly labeled with "limit use to 30 minutes during busy times" signs, but I've never had to heed those warnings because there is always an open treadmill, elliptical, or weight machine. The lap pool, with the exception of afternoon swim team practices, is always operating at under capacity with ample lane space for slow swimmers like me. The space, unlike big single-room gyms, winds around itself and separates the indoor track from the free weights from the cardio machines....which means getting in a varied workout doesn't have to feel claustrophobic! It can be downright FUN to traverse the workout studio rooms and up to the "Peak," an 18+ zone where the beefiest dads can lift in peace. 3) I have been in gyms where the machines seem constantly in need of fixing or an upgrade...Stairmaster makes noises, treadmills are the narrow, old kind.....but here, the machines are state-of-the-art. I love how some of the treadmills have screens that map your runs, simulating track workouts, and how all of them have TVs built into them that link up the headphone jack. It's these types of electronic add-ons that make me want to roll my eyes as a running purist, but I have to admit they're nice perks when the Ohio winter sets in and running outside becomes a dangerous endeavor. 4) The staff is so friendly. They clearly didn't know me the first few times I went, but they read your name off the check-in monitors and greet you by name. They consistently look HAPPY to be doing their jobs. 5) The group exercises are HUGE plus when considering this gym vs. others. Instead of paying for yoga or barre studio classes, you can get them here, included in your membership. The studios are pristine, chock full of high-end mats and bikes, and the instructors are all upbeat and accommodating to beginners. I've tried out pilates, barre, and spin classes so far, and I'll be truly sad to lose them from my weekly routine once I go back to school. So, if you're looking for a family-friendly facility that's got decent hours, impeccable machines, and high-quality group exercise, I can't recommend Lifestyles more. Now get going on those resolutions!

I have been a member since before the building was built. For the past 3 months, it has changed…read more Equipment isn't wiped down, despite me telling people who sweated all over it. People on treadmills on speaker calls, and not walking. A face time chat with 25?as and 30 lb dumbbells next to her. Asking if I could use them. She said she was in her routine. Went downstairs, did my routine. Went back up, still on FT. Told the staff. Nothing. Have complained about people sitting on equipment and talking. Nothing. Get rid of the phones. You have gone so downhill.

I've been a happy customer of A Creative ApothaCare since they were at their Massillon Road…read morelocation, and I followed them to their present, much larger shop/classroom/spa in Lakemore. In the past I've mainly purchased herbal teas and remedies (fantastic selection, all organic and fair-sourced, great prices), but also occassionally picked up books, candles, incense, hand-crafted jewelry, and the like. I hear good things about the many classes they offer but haven't yet had the chance to sit in on one. They also have frequent events like psychic fairs with multiple readers on site. Again, I've never availed myself of these, but have been around when a couple of them have been going on. The definite sense I got was that people were enjoying and appreciating them. I'm happy to say that I did avail myself today of some new (for me) A Creative ApothaCare services, and I couldn't be happier. I purchased a package deal for time in first their infra-red sauna, followed by their salt cave. It was epic - and also therapeutic, insanely relaxing, and happily very affordable. I will certainly be back for more of the same. I understand also that ACA will soon have a sensory float tank up and running. I definitely want to check that out, and will post an update here when I do. A Creative ApothaCare - I just can't recommend this place enough. Between the herbal products (which also include CBD and kratom), and the spa services, they've got your health and wellness covered. With books and metaphysical supplies, they're addressing mind and spirit. Throw in a real sense of community, welcoming to everyone, and a safe and nurturing environment for folks who need that most, ACA is a treasure. Do yourself a favor and stop by.

I'm just across the lake from the shop and I went in for herbs to make a tea in hopes of healing my…read morelungs. She has most herbs you would need and even grows some to most in her own personal garden. Within a few short moments, I had discovered that she is quite knowledgeable about the herbs she carries which is exactly what one would expect from an Apothecary worth their salt. This one genuinely is and I suggest make haste for a trip there for herbs and most things pagans and Wiccans would need for their rituals.

This is a good gym. It's 5:15 on a Monday night and it's full but still enough equip to get a…read moreworkout in. Yesif you aren't creative and expect to do chest on universal chest day then you may wait a bit but they do have four open benches right now. I'm impressed and this would be my gym if I lived close by. A lot of Muscle heads. I like that. Nothing against planet fitness, it's also a good gym but I like inspiration and watching what others are doing. Lots of women here also getting their earned respect for balling it hard at the gym. Great diversity. Great vibe. Good open gym. $7.50 day Pass. That's awesome.

Very nice gym overall, definitely the best in north east ohio. Equipment is extremely good as well…read moreas a very focused ambiance. The ONLY negative about this gym is it genuinely smells awful, especially the bathrooms. The smell of throw up and sweat in the men's bathroom is horrendous, and it lingers into the main gym a little. If the smell gets taken care of this is a 10/10 gym.

Two weeks ago I was shopping for a new gym and I went into PWC. My plan wasn't to sign up but just…read moreshop around. I was greeted by Mary who was super friendly and she showed me around. Mary did such a phenomenal job making me feel welcomed I signed up. I recently moved back to Akron after living in Arizona for ten years. I've been a member simultaneously at different gyms for various reasons. I must say Personalized Wellness Center holds up with the best of them. After being a member for two weeks at PWC and coming in at different times here is my sincere review. 1. PWC has a nutrition bar where they make fresh smoothies and offer supplements. (get a fresh smoothie after/before working out) 2. PWC is open 24/7 so you can work out at your convenience. 3.PWC has free weights,bicycles,treadmills,ellipticals, a track and a ton of machines. 4.PWC also has a daycare for kids,a rehabilitation center and also personal trainers. 5. PWC has a practical and reasonable monthly subscription 6.Mature crowd 7.Sauna I've been to gyms on the west coast were you pay $129 a month and gym's were you pay $19 a month. It's the same workout,whether you pay 10k for a rolex or ten dollars for a timex they both tell the same time. The more expensive gym's, yes did have newer equipment, fancier tv's, state of the art sound systems, big smoothie and supplement stores. At the end of the day your body & health transformation depends on YOU!! You have to go into the gym you have to lift the weights,you have to get on the treadmill and you have to want it. Typically not always but typically those big "franchised gyms' it's more of a social hour and people wearing too much cologne/perfume. That doesn't happen at PWC I highly recommend PWC it has everything a big franchise gym has but yet gives you the at home feel

I joined this gym because I was dissatisfied with globo gym up the street. This gym has every…read morepiece of equipment I need for a proper workout is open 24/7 a snack bar for a post workout snack, seemingly brand new sauna (those Fins know what's up). What this gym doesn't have is gymfluencers with tripods, lines for the squat rack, and soap dispensers that don't work. The only thing this gym is missing is an underdog dodgeball team!