Had a great time with my 6 and 9 year old kids last week during "dad camp". The Fulton library has…read morea free pass you can check out for up to 4 people which is great but it is otherwise affordable. I would budget at least 2 hours here or as many as 3 if your kids are going to interact with the butterflies and the turtles and do the scavenger hunt as mine did. The indoor exhibit is small but charming and there are a few native species around. The downstairs education center also does a scavenger hunt every month which is really cool. They've done an amazing job of "gamifying" nature/science learning with their points based rewards system and natural objects exchange. We learned a lot about butterflies and caterpillars on our quest. The points thing goes a long way to motivating little ones that may be more skeptical about "learning" experiences and museums. But if you have kids who are more active and will walk, the variety of local trails contained within the nature center is quite nice. I would recommend coming here for adults without kids too for this reason. I heard there were little fairy houses somewhere too here but. I didn't see them. We saw the beaver, a variety of different birds including hawks and owls, and tons of other local animals. It was cool to see how intentional the design was of the outdoor sections and the map they give you at the gift shop/ticket counter is helpful. I also like how they have lots of play areas built in outside for kids to explore in a less structured way. They also have some nice picnic spots. Staff were friendly and helpful. "Feeding" (with the little sugar sticks) the butterflies was fantastic. Even on a hot summer day, I'm super glad we came and if it wasn't so far from where I lived I would attend more regularly/become a member.

We love the CNC! We were members previously, but it has since lapsed. I love the butterfly…read moreencounter it's really quite lovely! It is impossible to visit during the summer months it is just wicked hot and no real place to escape once you start exploring. I'm looking forward to the cooler weather so we can visit again! There is a ton to see and plenty of space to get all the energy out. It really is a beautiful property and I love that it connects to the boardwalk with a walkway! The animals are cute! The beavers are a favorite in our house!

So many options for ALL ages. Family atmosphere. Very attentive staff. Good vibes. Convenient.read more

We signed up for a family acct. One our first visit, we used the pool. The lifeguard informed me…read morethat our children had to take a swim test is they either (1. wanted to swim without an adult/parent in the water with them) or (2. wanted to be allowed to swim outside the arms length of the parent/adult). I was in the water with my 8 & 11 year old children because I feel like it is the responsible thing to do when you take your children to a pool regardless of their swim capabilities. I allow my 11 year to attempt the test for fun. The lifeguard wanted them to swim the length of the pool which my children can do. However, the lifeguard would not pass my child because the swim stroke was not perfect. I have personally been a lifeguard, swim instructor, and swim team coach for over 20 years. My children know their strokes but I have not forced them to be on teams or swim long distance. Do I want them to, yes. But I have not forced it. My children have good strokes for more than half the pool distance but get tired toward the end and get sloppy but are not in danger. The strokes just don't look as nice as they did. Our children visit our neighborhood pool just about everyday in the summer and swim unassisted with no issues. It is winter and perhaps the kids are a little out of practice in the 4-5 months since it has been warm enough to attend the neighborhood pool but again, not in danger and swim fine. But not competitive swimmers. We were told that my daughter did not pass the test even though she could swim unassisted the length of the pool. So we just tried to enjoy our time in the pool and planned to try again another day. However, then the lifeguard reprimanded me multiple times because my 8 and 11 year old swimming children were outside of an arms length of distance from me. Again they swim on their own, and I am in the water with them if they need me. The swim test expectations are too high and I now understand why there were no other families there on a Saturday afternoon. The swim test expectations are too high and the lifeguards to strict on their arms length rule for families to enjoy this pool. Again, I have been a lifeguard, instructor, and swim coach for 20 years so I have a solid base of knowledge with which to make this assertion. I attempted to connect with YMCA on this via email. My email was forwarded to the Aquatics Director and I have not received any response. We are planning to cancel this membership as our children cannot go and enjoy the pool because the rules are too strict and I understand this industry better than most. With rules this strict, the lifeguard is really a waste of money as they basically don't allow children in the pool and only adults may swim. I would still love a response but If I do not get one, we will continue with cancelation. Good luck if you have children and planned to use this pool.

My daughter attended 2 weeks of YCA summer camp in Coral Springs and absolutely loved it!!…read more Chef Mel and Chef Rich were amazing and my daughter had such a great experience. I highly recommend it! I will continue to look for opportunities for her to attend classes throughout the year.

The summer camp here is AMAZING! My daughter absolutely loved it and still talks about it. She came…read morehome the first night and made me dinner! I was very hesitant to send her by herself but the owner and staff were very nice and welcoming. Highly recommend sending your kid here!

My mom and I started volunteering at Hand, Hoof and Heart after my father passed, hoping to find a…read morewelcoming place to give back and be around others who care about animals and the community. While the mission is truly incredible, our experience as volunteers didn't reflect that. We often felt unclear on expectations, received little guidance on working with the horses, and experienced inconsistent communication. At times, interactions felt distant, which made it hard to feel fully welcomed. Our final visit to the garden club--where we were initially told it was "full" without prior notice--ultimately solidified that this wasn't the right fit for us, though we appreciated Erin stepping in to let us help. That said, Monica and Dylan were wonderful and very supportive. I genuinely believe in the mission and hope the volunteer experience continues to improve with more structure and communication.

Erin, Emily and the whole team at Hand, Hoof and Heart are superb! We cannot say enough about their…read morecaring attitude and desire to work with children. My son has a wonderful time at the farm and loves the lessons. He is always excited to go and the HHH team makes learning a joy!

This review is for TOCA which operates inside D-Bat…read more Our family has had a mixed experience at TOCA Marietta. When we first joined, sessions started right on the hour and ran smoothly. Over time, though, the start times have drifted -- sometimes beginning 10-15 minutes late and wrapping up early before the next session. It's frustrating not knowing when the actual instruction time begins or ends. Another issue is the inconsistency with the coaching. The coaches seem to rotate frequently, and there doesn't appear to be a clear, consistent curriculum from week to week. Some coaches focus more on warm-ups and running than on skill development, while others (like Odell and Ronaldo) do an excellent job teaching technique and engaging the kids. Unfortunately, we haven't seen them in a while, and switching days hasn't helped us find them again. We've also noticed that while the club doesn't require cleats or shin guards, several kids wear them, which gives them an advantage during drills and scrimmages. It would be helpful if TOCA clarified equipment expectations so all players can participate on an even playing field. Overall, TOCA Marietta has potential -- especially when led by strong coaches -- but the inconsistency in scheduling, coaching style, and structure has made our experience uneven. With more stability and clearer communication, this could be a great program.

I think I might like this location more than their other locations, the staff were somehow even…read morenicer than the ones in Buckhead and the perimeter locations. This one does seem to be a little busier than the Perimeter location though, so keep in mind you may have to share the batting cages or have to wait on someone if they aren't open to sharing.

We were very disappointed with our experience at Club SciKidz Mini Medical School camp and would…read morenot recommend it. One of the main reasons we chose this camp was because it was advertised as a hands-on STEM experience with science demonstrations and activities throughout the day. Instead, my child came home telling us they watched multiple shows, including Danny Go, Wild Kratts, and The Magic School Bus. After I contacted the owner, he acknowledged that campers "should not be watching videos" and said the counselors had been reminded. Despite that assurance, the videos continued throughout the rest of the week. I also had significant concerns about supervision. The environment often felt chaotic and understaffed. At drop-off, I observed approximately 60 children gathered in one room with only two counselors visible. I asked the owner several specific questions about camper-to-staff ratios and the number of counselors assigned to my child's group, but those questions were never answered. There were other things that surprised us as well. The children ate lunch sitting on the floor, and from what I observed, they were not directed to wash their hands before eating. The camp also handed out Jolly Ranchers and several other sugary snacks during the week. Hard candy seemed like an odd choice for a camp serving young children, and the amount of candy and sugary treats was unexpected. Finally, this is one of the more expensive camps we've enrolled our child in, so we expected a higher level of organization, supervision, and programming. Unfortunately, the experience simply didn't justify the premium price. Overall, the experience did not match the expectations set by the camp's marketing materials or sample daily schedule. If you're looking for a well-organized, hands-on STEM camp with strong supervision and minimal screen time, I would look elsewhere.

My son atended "AI & Coding" in Peachtree City with SciKidz. He had a great time, learned and…read moreapplied a difficult technical topic, and met new friends. we're very impressed.

Nice building at a great location in Smyrna. When I attended, there were several events going on…read moresimultaneously, Dollshow, Health and Beauty Show, Basket Ball Game and something else. The building was clean and a lift for a wheelchair was available for the lower event area. The Center is surrounded by beautiful plants and trees. Parking was not bad if you can walk across the street. Also handicap parking was right by the entrance. Actually the building had more than one entrance. This place is worth checking out if you are looking for a event venue.

I had an absolutely amazing experience! My husband and I decided this would be the best place for…read moreus to have our baby shower and everything went great. From the time I made the first call to Lee, who handles the events at the center, I appreciated how friendly and helpful he was. He explained the rates of each room, how pricing works, what is and is not allowed in the event space, and let me know when I could come in for a tour. We stopped by a little after 7 one night to see the room and the guy working the front desk was more than happy to show us the room we were interested in reserving and answered all our questions. The next day, I spoke with Lee and reserved the space. It was a super easy process and I appreciated that he always responded very quickly if I had any questions. There were plenty of room options to host an event and the cost was very budget friendly. On the day of our event, things were flawless. We had no problem getting access to the room when we arrived on the day of our event and the room was already setup just as I discussed with Lee. The rooms are nice and spacious and the center has recently undergone a renovation so the rooms and bathrooms are updated and look much different than they do on their website. There is plenty of parking nearby and it's pretty easy to find the building. A really good experience and if I ever need a space for an event, I'll be sure to check out the community center first!

I originally enjoyed being a member here. However, due to what I consider shady busy practices,…read moreI've moved on. Firstly, you don't send out an email 33 days before the new year to tell your members you're raising rates when they have 30 days to cancel due to the contract. Doing this during the Thanksgiving holiday season made it worse. An ethical business would let your members know well ahead of time. Secondly, every time you go, something is broken. The steam room was down for over 2.5 months. They fixed it and then it broke again. Then the pool was down twice in less than a month. No, you don't get to go up on my rates 15% while not providing services for months I'm paying for.

If you enroll your child in swimming lessons, please stay nearby and observe the instructor. Some…read morewill be fine, but I have seen others engage in unsafe practices (since when is it safe to start off two swimmers from each end of the pool, so that they knock heads with each other in the middle, or one swims literally over the other?). I have also seen an instructor grab a child by his shirt to lift him out of the shallow end. If you raise the issue with the aquatics director, it's a waste of breath, because nothing will change. If your child takes lessons on the weekend, there is no one above age twenty, even managing the staff. Just because they're physically capable of passing swimming tests doesn't mean they're mature or possess any skills in communicating effectively with children. The wellness center is okay, but don't bother leaving a comment card or making a friendly suggestion. If the Y didn't think it up, it ain't happening. Don't expect the person at the wellness desk to do anything. It's just a young, apathetic person, who thinks he is paid, just to sit there and scroll through his telephone.​

This location has a bunch of young and unprofessional staff working inside. I had a private swim…read morelesson scheduled two weeks in advance, and I drove 45 minutes to get to this location. Upon arrival, I was asked whether the private instructor had reached out to confirm the lesson. I explained that they had not and even asked whether that was part of their normal protocol. I was told that it was not. Based on that information, I proceeded to get my child changed and prepared for the lesson. After my child was changed and ready, I was then informed that the instructor had to leave due to an emergency. While I completely understand that emergencies happen, the issue was the lack of communication. I should have been notified before driving 45 minutes to the facility and getting my child ready for a lesson that was ultimately canceled. What was even more disappointing was that there was no follow-up communication or effort to address the inconvenience after the canceled lesson. The entire experience was extremely unprofessional and a complete waste of my time. I would not recommend this location. If you value your time and expect basic communication and professionalism, I would strongly suggest going elsewhere.

Very affordable birthday space for a kids' party. The staff was accommodating and welcomingread more