Best kids play centre EVER!! Good value entry, good value food, all ages will enjoy. Very creative…read moreideas, such as the 'air balls', and the high up climbing, slides, and all in an area you can keep an eye on the little ones and the big kids.

had a deeply distressing experience at Fitness First Bayside Platinum on Monday 19 January 2026…read more The day before, I called the club three times to make a booking, however no one answered. When I later raised this, I was told that bookings are not taken in the morning, which added to the confusion and lack of assistance. On the day itself, while using the pool, I was approached by staff and spoken to in a derogatory and intimidating manner, then publicly admonished and required to leave the pool, despite complying with instructions. This was humiliating and occurred in front of other members. This incident did not occur in isolation. On previous occasions, I have experienced rude and dismissive behaviour from staff, including when my phone would not sign on with the new system. Rather than being assisted, I was offered no help and was labelled "impatient", despite the issue being technical. Over time, these interactions have felt bullying rather than supportive. I am also concerned about inconsistent enforcement of pool capacity rules. I have frequently observed the pool operating with more patrons than permitted without intervention. On this occasion, enforcement felt selective. Following the incident, my membership was immediately suspended based on allegations of aggressive behaviour and verbal abuse, which I strongly dispute. I was not given an opportunity to provide my account before the suspension was imposed. A premium gym should manage issues calmly, respectfully, and with fairness. Unfortunately, this experience left me feeling embarrassed, distressed, and unwelcome. I hope Fitness First reviews its booking systems, staff training, and consistency in policy enforcement so that other members do not experience similar treatment.

I've been a member of this gym for a little over 4 months now. I'm starting to get into the classes…read moreafter finding ones I like and don't feel like a total unco at. You know the ones - BodyStep, BodyJam, and Zumba - where some ripped 20-something stands front and centre and leaps and bounds through the class like her other job is as Britney Spears' backup dancer. There's always someone who tries to outdo the instructor, such as the over-tanned 50 year old in BodyPump who was doing her lunges so far out she was basically doing the splits. The gym is new, it has a swimming pool, and there is plenty of equipment. I HATE to exercise, so joining in the first place was a huge deal for me. This place makes me actually not hate exercise. The staff are always friendly and greet you by name when you arrive/help you out if you ask in classes. If you have an early session, you can even take a free Herald Sun when you leave (or, when you arrive, like some tight people do because they're worried they will miss out if they wait until the end of their workout). Minus one star for: expensive, classes are on at inconvenient times, and they open too late on a weekday (6A.M. is too late when I have to leave for work at 7) and a Sunday (9 A.M. - I've been sitting around nearly 2 hours waiting for the gym to open).

Yeah, this beach isn't really the easiest to get to, but sometimes these beaches are actually…read morepretty good because they tend not to be anywhere near as crowded. The other thing is that it is at the bottom of a bluff, so there are cliffs sort of all around, which certainly does make for a lovely place to spend a summers day. Still, it is a Melbourne beach, and apparently they aren't the cleanest of beaches out there, and also being in the city they can get pretty crowded, even if somewhat secluded. Still, I didn't mind it.

This little hiding hole is a perfect spot when you're in a group looking to head to the beach where…read morenot many people are around. Normally, you will be able to find a quiet spot to enjoy with your friends and hang out but recently more and more people have discovered this area of the beach where it may be a little more crowded. Either way, it has the sandiness you want, plus a few rock pools and also a beautiful looking cliff's edge to admire also. Maybe Half Moon Bay isn't as private as it used to be but it's still one of my favourite beach positions to hang out at. Fish and chips + esky is the way to go!

Sweet playground. Really sweet. If you're shopping at DFO and get peckish, I would recommend…read morepicking up some picnic food (there's an Aldi round the corner) and then going over Centre Dandenong Road to this playground to eat it. Kingston Heath boasts one of the longest flying foxes I've seen outside of a supervised adventure camp - easily double the average length. It's also got a cool spider web thing, and the whole playground is spread over a large area which makes a game of tiggy brilliant (and very helpful for keeping squabbling kids apart). There's even a spinning tea cup. Some sheltered areas, and some nice places to sit and chat if running around like a madman isn't your thing.

These guys have a brilliant 50m outdoor SALT filtered pool (no chlorine)…read more A great place to swim.

This centre is a real hidden gem. Only 10 mins from Toorak road out the M1, loads of car parking,…read morehuge outdoor pool with diving towers, kids splash pool, changing facilities, fully stocked kiosk complete with hot food and some homemade soups, hot chips etc, 4 beautifully maintained indoor full size courts with an additional spare one as well, huge state of the art gymnasium, and a separate power lifting gym as well. Cheap as chips and easy to access

Located next to Lord's Reserve, or not sure if this is the governing body of Lord's Reserve and the…read moreswim centre but who cares, it's a gorgeous park for all to enjoy. The perfectly manicured oval is technically out of bounds for dogs off leads, but anyone who knows me well enough, knows that I don't abide by rules like that. My dog poops rainbows and is too cute not to be allowed into these areas. X

Its so nice that the guy i had talked to had kept this business on track for 20+ years which is…read moreabsolutely a wonderful thing to hear. Furthermore, they give great advice to starter and just don't listen to Mario C.

What a shocker! Asked, very nicely about a price and got my head ripped off! Last time I even look…read morein their direction.

I've been a member of Genesis for a few years now, so I can definitely say this Mentone site is a…read morehuge improvement from the previous "temp" site. This development has taken a long time but it's great to finally see all brand new gym equipment, clean and large change rooms, more gym classes, childcare options and even a separate mind, body and spirit room! The staff are just as friendly, even as they try to adapt to the huge increase in the number of members. It's still a gym for locals! This site only opened mid-2012 so it's perfecting the group fitness timetable slowly and there is a planned extension for the free weights apparently (it's a little small at the moment).

Average Gym. Overpriced. Awful management…read more I was signed up to Genesis Mentone for a few years, the facilities are good, the machines are generally all working, though the only thing I'll remember about the place was the atrocious customer service. After being lied to on sign up about the terms of the contract, I was lied to by a receptionist either through ignorance or apathy, then told to come in and sort the whole thing out with the manager. Revolting individual, he sat there with a grin on his face and told me, the customer, that /I/ was lying, /that/ never happened and /he/ knew everything that was going on with his business and proceeded to berate and belittle me. If you never have to deal with the manager, it's an average sort of gym, lots of machines. Way overpriced though, there's a cheaper one in southland 2 stations away that have really great staff and facilities.

This wasn't a bad beach at all, but then again it was rather quiet when I was here, something that…read moreI certainly do appreciate when it comes to beaches. There isn't too much here, but they do have some good facilities, and while it isn't close to a major shopping strip, there are shops a short walk away, including a number of cafes. It isn't bad, and certainly one to visit if you want to avoid the crowds.

Crystal clear turquoise waters on a stretch of white sand, if the waters were warmer I'd mistaken…read moremyself to be in the Caribbean (not that I've been but imagine so). There are those cute colourful beach huts synonymous with Brighton Beach but I like the idea I get the Melbourne Beach experience without being where the touristy crowds are. Don't get me wrong, on a 35+ Sunday this place was pumping, but in a nice atmospheric way... families with their umbrellas, kids playing paddle ball, the hipsters with their eskies & adult sized floaties. One big pool party! Toilets, change room, surf life savers & ice cream trucks all available at your convenience.

I am really upset with Gina. I accidentally made a transaction of a large sum to Gina's Yoga…read morestudio. And she has turned out to be unethical by stopping to respond to my messages and not returning the amount due to me. Please be careful while transacting with her.

After trying quite a few yoga studios in my area, I was so happy to find one that resonated with me…read moreat Mudita Yoga Studio. I've been going there for a year and a half and have just left for a big overseas trip, and was sad to say goodbye to the amazing teachers I have met there. They all have a unique style and there is a very welcoming vibe about the studio. Class prices and passes are great value. I would recommend Mudita to anyone (and I have already to many of my friends!)