Fantastic Club, Kevin is a pro and an absolute natural with the kids. I've had several of my…read morechildren become a part of the team and learn how to effectively swim.

All of the other reviews of NBS are old. Things have changed. Jim is gone for 6 years, Kevin is the…read morehead coach for swimming (2016-2022), he is good at it and a great cheerleader to get kids pumped for meets, but his hands are tied by Ross Sinclair the Aquatic director. Ross doesn't care about his swim team, only water polo, so if you are on the swim team, you are 3rd class. When pool closed in 2021, he found a place for WP to practice but not ST- go run on the beach. Team shrank during pandemic, lot of apathy, lost ST to Nova, and others. Not likely that Ross will be replaced since his HS WP team is a winner, but he is a one trick pony. We were there for 6 years and I wouldn't know Ross if he knocked on my front door. Our current team isn't like that, there are no queens or princes there. Remember, the higher your pedestal, the farther is your fall from grace. Ross has built himself a pretty high one. A problem with the old reviews is they don't distinguish between NBS- a swim team, the special Jr. Guard training offered in the Spring, and City of NB swim lessons run by NBFD- which runs NB lifeguards. Nothing is affiliated with NB Jr. Guards here- the test is at CdMHS. If you just want summer lessons (run by the NBFD), or some swimming for your child under 8, it is good. Kevin is really a great guy and family friendly, I would not expect anything to change with a new facility, probably get worse. Too bad, Olympian Aaron Peirsol swam on the NHHS team, so it has a good history, if anyone cared. I'm not aware of any WP Olympians from NHHS. There is a good program for Jr. Guard swim practice but it is short term, lots of kids swimming laps to get fast enough to pass the test. But for long term JO training, not so great. It's too bad, I really like Kevin, and the pool is very convenient for us, but we went to another team when the team abandoned us. Coach Jim, gone. Coach Lexie, gone. Coach Stephanie, gone. Us, gone.

The instructors here are amazing! My kids have improved in their swim skills while also being more…read moreconfident around the pool area. Shout out to the front desk team. They are amazing and will always do whatever it takes to help our family out.

Interesting how an Aqua-Tots ads popped up on my email and brought back a painful memory. I…read morerecently found old videos of my daughter's swimming lessons with aqua tots, and watching them again was heartbreaking. She was only 4, new to swimming, scared, crying, and clearly looking for her safe place -- her parents. Seeing staff block her from leaving the pool area while she was afraid was hard to watch as a parent. I remember talking to a "Karen" that worked there, "oh thats just how it is she will get use to it" same person that did not greet us when we stood at the counter waiting. Vibe was already off and I didn't notice my instincts. I don't believe this reflects every experience or everyone there, and maybe it was just that day or the staff we had. But for us, it was unforgettable. Looking back, I wish I had trusted my instincts sooner and spoken up more. Thankfully, after finding another swim school, she learned to love swimming and moved forward. Still, watching that footage today reminded me how important it is for parents to trust what they feel and advocate for their child.

This is a nice facility for lap swimming. It's a full 25 yards and has about 5 lanes. There's also…read morea jacuzzi if you like to soak after your workout. It's fairly shallow throughout the whole pool.

I remember swimming miles and miles and miles in this swimming pool as a high school-er in swim…read moreteam. Come to think about it, I look back on that time, and despise myself for the continuous monotony of lap after lap after lap in this 25 meter pool. Other than the emotional trauma caused by repetitive action, this pool is actually pretty nice. There are lots of chairs, a nice jacuzzi, and a 13 foot deep section with a diving board. Perfect fun for a hot summer day. As with all Woodbridge Village Association facilities, the Stonecreek Swim Club is maintained and cleaned multiple times daily to ensure a perfectly sanitized swimming environment. The only downside to this location is that the swim team takes over from 4:00pm to 6:30pm daily.

I took tennis lessons here through the City of Newport Beach every Saturday morning for a few…read moremonths. The facility is fine and it's rarely full. If you go before 9 a.m., some of the courts are slightly wet from the morning sprinklers. Sometimes you get older, more serious tennis players who get upset when the students' balls bounce into their courts. That can be annoying, because you shouldn't have to feel bad about your beginner tennis skills during classes. And, if they're really that serious, they should join a tennis club. Easy to get to from MacArthur, hidden from street view, and easy parking.

The South Coast Metro YMCA is a fantastic facility! They have a great selection of both cardio and…read morestrength training equipment, making it easy to get in a well rounded workout. The indoor pool is excellent, and I especially appreciate the jacuzzi and dry sauna for relaxing after exercising. One of the best parts of this YMCA is the staff. The front desk team is always friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to help. They do a great job creating a welcoming environment for members. I also love the variety of group fitness classes offered. There is something for everyone, and the instructors are motivating and professional. Overall, this YMCA provides an outstanding fitness experience and a strong sense of community. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to work out and stay healthy.

New gym! Amazing new equipment, Kevin is the best! There's a big fat pool and really good saunaread more

Our 9yo daughter, Everlee, had an amazing experience at volleyball camp! She had so much fun that…read moreshe immediately asked to sign up for another week, and even convinced one of her friends to join her. As a parent, I was incredibly impressed with how much she learned in just one week. It's been so much fun "peppering" with her at home and seeing the confidence and skills she's already developed. The coaches did an outstanding job of creating a positive, encouraging environment while helping the kids improve their fundamentals. A huge thank you to the entire staff for running such a well-organized and enjoyable program. We highly recommend this camp to anyone looking for a fun, supportive place for their child to learn and grow in volleyball. We can't wait to come back!

As a very concerned parent, I feel compelled to share what happened when my daughter attended Beach…read moreElite Volleyball. This was, without question, one of the most unprofessional and disappointing experiences we have ever had with a youth program. The young girl running the program appeared to have little to no coaching experience. She raised her voice at the girls on the first day, made them feel uncomfortable, and even left the session unsupervised to get fast food. It was clear she was overwhelmed and unprepared to manage the group safely or effectively. Even more troubling, when I brought my concerns directly to the founder and owner of Beach Elite, I was met with complete disrespect. There was no willingness to listen, no professionalism, and certainly no accountability. This was a terrible experience for my daughter and for me as a parent. I immediately withdrew her from the program because I did not feel it was a safe or supportive environment. Parents deserve to know exactly who is running these programs and what kind of oversight (or lack thereof) exists. I would strongly caution anyone considering Beach Elite Volleyball to look elsewhere for a program that truly values athlete safety, skill development, and respectful communication.

Swim instructors Gianna and Violet have the required patience and kindness required to work with…read morefour 2 and 3 yr olds! My grandson learned more in the two week-4 day sessions than he did in 6 months at Aqua Tots in CM. He is now signed up for two reasonably priced private sessions that are coming up because it wasn't easy for him to wait his turn in the group sessions. I doubt that the instructors pay is enough to cover their patience and attention to safety with 4 little ones. I will be tipping for their service and kindness to my adorable grandson. They deserve it. I am grateful for the classes to keep him safe.

My 9 year old was terrified of trying to swim. She didn't like putting her face inside the water…read moreand would just depend on the wall a lot. She started on June 16 2025, she is now confident & thanks to all the teachers, she is comfortable with swimming. You guys are the best! Thank you soooo much. Very affordable and schedules are very convenient. I recommend GWC if you are looking for good, friendly staff that have patience with kids, this is the place to take your kids.

Saw the news and this guy was on there man handling the child after the child hit him. I get you…read morebeen doing this for quite sometime but you body language, how you held him as in grabbing him by the arms, then forcefully dropping him, not even gently, because he had hit you. It is a disgrace and you should be out out of business. In your statement you said this was a coincidence to do a "drop drill" as he had slapped your chest, but your demeanor and how you grabbed the child shows differently. As a father, I grew angry as I watched the video and am thankful I am not put in that position of being the child's father because we would have some words.

Swim2John is amazing! I was shocked to see my 3 year old daughter swim on her own on day 1. She had…read moredone one session at a swim school the year before and one week at the YMCA 2 months prior to John. Both experiences were crowded and a lot of sitting and waiting. John encourages the "athlete", gives them confidence, and teaches them to swim. On the last two days of class, John taught my husband and I how to continue to work with our daughter on the 10 minute drills. He makes it look easy! It's actually quite a workout for the coach and athlete. We've been practicing and my daughter is becoming such a strong swimmer. She feels so successful and confident in the water now. We have already referred our friends to John. His program works! We feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to Swim2John and we have peace of mind around pools now. Thank you John!