I'm a new member of the gym itself, so this is going off my first impression. I've also read…read morethrough some of the reviews (both good and bad). Many of the reviews are old and dated. (I've been a member of the Summer Club pool with my family for a couple of years). Pro - As many have pointed out, this is a CLUB and not a gym. The place is nice on the inside. Considering it's a club, the price seems fairly appropriate when compared to something like a BSC. The price falls very appropriately. If I wanted a Gold's or plant fitness, I'd pay 10 to 60 month, and I'd expect what I pay for. The interior style is a classic leather couch and finished wood vibe. Very comfortable. It's not sleek black and steel type place. The equipment is definitely new, and it is kept. I haven't seen any out-of-order signs. Pro - It offers an extensive array of things to do. From the gyms, spa, sauna, indoor track, classes like yoga, spin, pilates, HIIT, tennis racket, golf swing area, and more. There are tennis courts (see cons) and indoor rock climbing, a hair salon, martial arts dojo, massage therapy and associated treatments centers for rehab and more. I will note that a few things like martial art lessons or tennis lessons are separate costs. Most things that I've mentioned are included in your membership tho. Pro - The place is clean. I've been to other clubs where the locker rooms are dirty, unkempt, smell bad, broken, and neglected. This is not the case. I think this is important to note because it demonstrates the club keeps a standard. This seems true for the rest of the building and the gym areas as well. I appreciate this fact. Pro - Plenty of up-to-date equipment. I've gone early in the morning and at a few different times. I've never struggled. I once waited for a person to finish using something. It wasn't a big deal. I've experienced far worse at a YMCA or Gold's. Pro - Children and Youth activities. This is robust. I haven't fully explored it, but I've poked my head into that area, and it seems great. Unfortunately, I can't speak more directly about the offerings. Pro - The staff has been very helpful and friendly thus far. There are a few that seem busier than others. When I've had a question, I've just asked the person that wasn't as busy, and they were very nice and took the time to answer me. Staff are available, around and friendly. Pro - (Separate Costs) Outdoor Summer Club and Summer Camp. I want to mention them because the club is that BIG. There's a full waterpark with slides, enormous climbing structures, and tennis courts in the back, and you can watch kids and families play while on the treadmills. It's a cool way to zone out while burning calories. We do the Summer Club with some other families. Honestly, it's a hidden gem, and I feel it is cost appropriate. I can't speak to the Summer Camp experience. Cons - I would give this 5 stars except our experience with the Tennis courts. Even as members, we struggle to get a court. It's frustrating, as others have mentioned. On the weekend, my younger son wants to play. He's been driven off by some sort of program that is dominating the courts. The program is simply claiming all the courts and not leaving any available to the public. My wife asked last weekend why this was, and she said the person running the program became very defensive and told her to take it up with the director of programming. I will take his recommendation and speak to the director to understand and clarity. Unfortunately, I feel some of the other reviews are valid with their frustration in this area. As a well-invested member, I think we should have consistent access. As of now, I wouldn't even classify the courts as providing reasonably limited access. At best, it seems extremely limited access. It's an advertised feature to members, which understandably creates a degree of frustration. Cons - The rock climbing center is still down due to Covid. At this point, I believe we have been out of the woods from Covid, so I don't understand why it's not reopening. It's an also advertised feature, even if they just did limited hours on weekends or something. Cons - I feel like some of the facilities and areas are fully operational after Covid. I remember visiting this place pre-Covid, and the little Cafe was open and offering smoothies and things. It doesn't seem to be happening right now. I could also be missing the times when it is open. Idk. Hope this helps!

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.

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!