My husband and I were active, loyal members of Dedham Health for six years and during most of that…read moretime were very satisfied with the quality of classes and equipment. However, in November 2024 we had a bizarre experience. My husband was having a civilized conversation with a fellow member the day after the presidential election when suddenly the director of the fitness center broke in uninvited and launched into an unprovoked verbal attack based on false assumptions about his political views. After staying away for a year and a half, we recently considered rejoining because of a health need for specific classes that are not available elsewhwere. However, the management refused to speak to their employee about his bullying behavior or to mediate in any way. I would not recommend this club to anyone who expects to feel safe and respected.

Adult tennis program is impossible to figure out. Can't get anyone to return emails about programs…read moreand clinics. Terrible customer service. There are not many other indoor courts, so I guess they don't need to be consumer focused.

I took my three year-old here over a year ago and I was in shock of how bad the teacher treated her…read moreactually in front of another teacher and me. obviously, I never took her back again, but till this day, my daughter has a fear of going to any gymnastics class. Just yesterday, I took her to a new place, and the poor thing was literally shaking still afraid from that situation. This person alleged that she thought my daughter was older, but that does not justify how she was forcing her in a very rude manner to do exercises that she didn't feel comfortable of doing. After they called me to please give them another chance, that the teacher felt very sorry, I just found it to be unacceptable. Maybe she was having a bad day and she took it on my daughter. It was an awful experience, if this was in front of me, I cannot imagine what she would do without a parent present . I do not recommend this place.

Amazing facility where you can go have fun for a short term class, birthday parties, or if you take…read moreyour child's sports seriously and you want to grow an Olympian. My child used to take gymnastic classes here and the teachers and staffs were amazing and serious, no wonder they actually had Olympians coming out from Exxcel.

Junk food everywhere. Kids are given junk good snacks and "organic" junk food lunches (for…read moreadditional charge). Low-paid counselors everywhere, no access to adult teachers. The prices are ridiculous.

My son went there for 3 hours before he got kicked out. He has learning disabilities and they did…read morenot want him there anymore. He came home crying asking me " Mommy how come no one likes me?" And my son was 4 at the time. They were very rude and did not want to help him acclimate to the school.

My son absolutely thrived at Pine Manor last year. He looked forward to going every day and was…read moreexcited to tell me all the activities he did each day. The teachers really worked with him on what he needed and helped him grow. They were warm, kind, and seemed to truly love each child for who they were. We're so lucky to have found them!

Both of my kids went to Pine Manor's CSC for 3 years each and they loved it! The program offers…read morewarm, nurturing and experienced teachers led by an awesome director in an idyllic setting. My kids had such positive experiences there -- I cried when my little guy had his last day ever!

Some idiot at Yelp keeps moving this under the Dedham Dog Park. This review is in regards to the…read moreSummer Camp program by the Dedham Parks & Recreation.... To be honest I have been disappointed in the program. They should just rename it to Dedham Summer Daycare, because the activities have been lacking. I sent my kids there because it was a bit cheaper than the Y and the closest Y is undergoing some major renovations this summer. Where do I start? When I signed up, they said they had many outings/activities and showed me a list of them. Actuality, the have like 1 outing a week. The rest of the time its out on a field/surrounding playground or inside (if it's raining). They say they go swimming 3 times a week. Actuality the pool is closed for something or another more than not, so they do sprinklers. The annoying thing is their outings mysteriously get cancelled or don't happen. Other annoying part is you have to pay additionally per kid for the outing. I don't mind paying additionally for the outing as I know places have fees, but they seemingly don't negotiate anything in regards to the fee wherever they are going. Example, if I were taking them to place X myself, it would be $10 per person. It's the exact same if the 'camp' was taking them there. They are taking like 30+ kids, you think they could negotiate a better rate as they are bringing in more people to this place. They have their own park vans so their transportation costs should be lower or non-existent. Also, by adding the additional outing fees, it comes out to pretty close what the Y costs, but they have an outing almost everyday, including beaches. I'm hoping that the town does a better job at negotiating on other aspects of town business, otherwise I foresee town expenses rising. I'm probably pulling my kids out and enrolling them in something else. I'm pretty disappointed in this camp. Next year it's back to the Y. Sorry kids.

Choosing a childcare center as a parent is never easy, and as a parent of a child on the autism…read morespectrum, it can feel especially overwhelming. We have toured many centers over the years and often left feeling uneasy or unsure. Celebree School of Newton was the first place where that anxiety simply wasn't there. From the moment we walked in, the environment felt warm, lively, and genuinely welcoming. What immediately stood out was how hands-on everyone was. The owners and director were not standing on the sidelines. They were actively engaging with the children, getting down to their level, playing, laughing, offering high fives, and making real connections. Seeing leadership interact with my child so naturally made a huge impression on me. The biggest moment for us came during the tour. My child, who normally clings tightly to me in new environments, stayed behind in the classroom with teachers and another child while I walked the building. That has never happened before, and it spoke volumes. Since starting, drop-offs have been surprisingly smooth. My child is comfortable, settled, and confident enough that he barely notices when I leave. The onboarding process was thoughtful and thorough. The staff took time to truly get to know my child, his personality, his needs, and what helps him feel regulated and happy. They allowed him space to explore, move, and be himself, including time in the gym to run and release energy. That flexibility and patience are exactly what we were hoping for. Safety is another major strength. The building is secure, with cameras and controlled access, and the tall fencing around the campus is a huge reassurance for families with children who like to wander. Knowing that outdoor walks and movement can happen safely within the campus makes a big difference. The location is also a bonus. Having the YMCA and Excel Gymnastics right next door is incredibly convenient and offers great options for activities as our child grows. For a parent who has spent years feeling tense during daycare tours, Celebree has been a refreshing change. The teachers are experienced, attentive, and calm, and it shows in how the children respond to them. This has been a positive, confidence-building experience for both my child and me, and I'm truly grateful we found this school! It is worth every penny!

We are new parents getting ready for our little one to start at Celebree this December, and…read morehonestly, we already feel so good about our choice. Everyone we've talked to has been super warm, helpful, and patient with all our questions. The place feels clean, organized, and really inviting and you can tell they put a lot of care into creating a nurturing learning environment. What also made our decision easier is that my niece goes to a Celebree in another state and absolutely loves it there. Seeing how happy she's been made us feel even more confident about choosing Celebree for our kid. I especially appreciate how attentive they have been during the onboarding process; checking in regularly, walking us through each step, and making sure our little one's transition will be as smooth as possible. So far, everything has been great and we're really excited for our kid to start!