Okay..... So there I was ...... A very busy 44 year old woman with a hectic (but successful) career…read more and a busy (but rewarding) home life. No time to eat right...no time to exercise. BOY WAS I WRONG. I joined Golds Gym in Natick saying that this would be the time that I would finally commit (but secretly knowing that I probably wouldn't go). The person at the desk introduced me to Kim, one of their top personal trainers. I thought, "Oh my God, this woman is soooooo not me". I thought, "Crap, she's gonna kill me". Wrong again. Kim was friendly, she listened and I felt instantly at ease with her. She gave me a routine using machines that she felt I could a handle, based on my ability. She talked about easy ways to eat healthy even when I'm on the run. She gave me tips on how to find time to exercise, even when I'm most busy. She was also helpful in how to find balance between work, family, and health . WHAT A FIND!!! If your looking for a personal trainer who knows her stuff and understands what your needs are and where your coming from, Choose Kim

Honestly this ymca isn't necessarily bad but it very old and run down compared to the other ymcas…read morein the area. Another annoying occurrence is that it takes weeks/if not months for something to be fixed (example the sensors in the sauna) There is a group of older gentlemen who continuously talk about the saunas/stream baths in their original country of origin. They continuously mess around with the heat sensors at the YMCA claiming the sauna here isn't "hot enough" as it is in their country of origin. They in turn mess up the sauna and put it out of commission for weeks/if not months.

The facility is in an alarming state of disrepair - particularly the mens' showers. The older men…read morealso prance around the showers and locker rooms completely naked, like it's a gay bath house. They need to be told to cover up.

Anastacia is phenomenal. We tried other trainers and she is by far the best. Very skilled, natural…read moreand calm in her approach. She is reassuring to both dog and owner and has an endless list of training techniques and directions that are very easy to follow and highly effective. We have a 2 year old golden retriever who was showing increasing signs of aggression, resource guarding, and lunging at people and cars as well as other dogs. Within less than a handful of sessions we have seen a remarkable change in behavior and temperament as well as responsiveness to training. Cannot recommend Anastacia enough both for her skill as a trainer and her interpersonal skills.

Anastacia is an excellent trainer. Our dog connected with her immediately and she has done an…read moreamazing job correcting his leash behaviors.

Lance is very friendly and Milo has learned to be patient. First class he really tested our…read morepatience.

From the owner: If you’re looking for the ultimate dog training program, look no further than Ridgeside K9 New…read moreEngland! Our team of certified professional dog trainers work hard to create custom programs that fit every dog, and every budget; from private training lessons to boarding and training. Most of us lead pretty hectic lives, work long hours, have numerous commitments, and often don’t have extra time to devote to the hundreds of repetitions and 24/7 accountability that successful dog training requires. You would much rather be spending the time you do have exploring, having fun, making memories, or relaxing with your canine best friend! That’s where our Board and Train dog training services come in. Our trainers will create a unique training program to fit you and your dog's specific needs to achieve the training goals. All travel, treats, care, training, tools, and lifetime guarantee of communication with your assigned trainer is included in each of our programs. At the end of training, your trainer will return the dog back to you where they will not only teach you everything your dog has newly learned, but also how to continue with training in everyday aspects within your own home. Our motivation is to see you communicate, connect, and thrive with your dog!

Val helped us with our husky/chi Eevee who was showing a strong prey drive that was beyond our…read morecontrol. She patiently and expertly guided us through techniques and training exercises that resulted in our ability to direct Eevee's energy and drive in a manner that was a win-win on both ends of the leash. Amazingly, Val did this all via Zoom!

When my wife and I adopted our pup, Kona, we quickly realized we were in over our heads. Kona…read morestruggled with severe anxiety and reactivity to almost everything--new people, dogs, trucks, you name it. It felt overwhelming at times.Enter Val. I'm not exaggerating when I say she has completely changed our lives. Val showed us how to build Kona's confidence and trust in our handling, using her natural play drive to make training fun and effective.After just six months of working with Val, Kona was like a new dog. She's fantastic with obedience, walks beautifully on the leash--even in busy, stressful environments--and welcomes new friends into our home with ease. Watching Kona's whole body wag with excitement every time she sees Val is the icing on the cake; it's clear how much Kona adores her.If you're considering working with Val, don't hesitate. She'll make a life-changing difference for you and your dog.

This disability is fantastic. We just enrolled our son into their daycare program. They have…read moreswimming lessons every Tuesday. Pretty cool. They also host several community events throughout the year.

Whitin Community Center has been so great over the last year that we have been members. The…read morevariety of programs, and the delightful staff have made it such a great experience. We joined mainly for the pool, as I was a competitive swimmer. While the facilities are certainly not "state-of-the-art" it is more than what you get other places for the same money!