Had a great time playing with the kids at the lake. Clean, safe, and fun environment. We will be…read moreback.

If you are looking for a local getaway with the kids that is fairly inexpensive and fun then Tucker…read moreLake is the place for you! Upon pulling up we were greeted with a welcoming smile and an explanation of the ins and outs of the facility. We opted to pay 2 extra dollars to park within the gates ( because it was shady) but in the end feel that this was not really worth it for us that day. It was actually further away from the beach area. However, if you plan on grilling it will get your vehicle right next to the picnic tables and grills. There is a snack bar that is decently priced. There is also the opportunity to buy water toys. It wasn't too crowded and there appeared to be an adequate number of lifeguards monitoring the area. The bathrooms were surprisingly clean and there were also port-o-lets placed strategically around the parking lot. There are several water slides, a tarzan swing, and a slippery floating obstacle course. Bring sunscreen, towels, sandals( the sand is hot) and some beach chairs too! Next time we go we will take advantage of the grills! Overall tons of fun and we were able to spend several hours there!

I had the pleasure of meeting both the director, Matt Smith, and recreation Program Supervisor…read moreTimothy Messer. Despite the pandemic, they are working to provide recreation programs and open facilities indoors and out, to the best of their ability. I enjoyed touring Benson and seeing ball fields, soccer fields, picnic shelters, the band stand home to summer concerts as soon as they can return, municipal park, sand volleyball, horseshoe pits, shuffleboard courts, playgrounds and the future site of a rehabbed space for a community center. While the Benson Civic Center at 1204 North Johnson shows its age, it was well maintained and designed for more active times. The weight room and cardio equipment are open with social distancing and masks required. The game room seemed so empty. There are two other under utilized meeting rooms due to the pandemic. The attached Benson Center for Active Aging was buzzing with volunteers at the clothing closet and also serves as a food pantry distribution site. Many virtual activities being offered as well.

this is sad man, first there is kids that look very sick, no shoes on, the playground looks very…read moreold and dirty. This playground is a health hazard, do better.

There's a lot of workout equipment to choose from for a full workout. I enjoy having disinfectant…read morespray to clean equipment before and after each use. I also enjoy a daily pass to access to indoor track and gym. There are plenty of restrooms available, and there is a playroom for children. I love the fact that multiple activities are scheduled, and there is an indoor swimming pool. I enjoy the indoor track. My biggest peeve is people slamming weights while lifting weights. It would also be great to have more cameras onsite. I recommend this recreation center.

We grandsons enjoys the playgrounds and spaces to run. You can pay to use the indoor pool and…read moresplash pad, which are very nice. Will definitely go again.

Came here for Trail of Tears and it was awesome! Definitely worth 15.00 donation! There was a live…read moreband, great audience, light show and tons of scares!

Great neighborhood recreation center with plenty of sports and activities offered for all ages…read more Sports fees are appropriate, staff and coaches are friendly & center is clean. You feel like part of a small community within this recreation center and we appreciate that for our family. It's also tucked away close to our community which is a huge bonus. There's also usually no waiting lists or full slots for sports unlike signing up on post.

The Apex Community Center is a great place for Business Conventions for local business trade…read morefairs. They do a great job of promoting the Apex Community. The Center is a good size and accommodate a small to mid size convention. Also shared on the same property is the Town Hall. You can stop in and pay your utilities, turn them on and off. Very convenient and the people are always friendly.

Clean, modern venue for games and various organized sports, exercise classes, and events for…read moreseniors. Great for the community.

I come here to work out. The biggest thing that stands out is how clean this place smells and is…read more I've never seen it get crowded and it's better at 8am than most gyms. They have plenty of equipment that's new in the gym. The track upstairs is great to walk or run. This is a wonderful alternative to a national gym.

There is a lot of history behind this facility. The vibe is family friendly and community oriented…read more They have different prices for residents VW non-residents. They have a indoor track on the second floor and they alternate directions each day. There is no charge to use the track. But to note, it does get pretty hot upstairs on the track, especially if you're running. There are no fans, open windows or moving air on the second floor. The equipment in the gym is decent. All the equipment functions properly. There are aerobic classes available for members. There is a variety of ways to bring a member. They offer after school, track out camps, and summer camps for the kids. There is an annual fee to hope your child's spot. They also have different senior programs. The cost for monthly membership cost about $1.00 per day /!; it last 30 days from whatever day you start it. I would recommend this facility. So many activities available to enroll in.

Wonderful facility with caring instructors. It has the best Zumba class I have ever been to. The…read morewater aerobics is great as well. It keeps you laughing. The chair yoga is not easy at all. It gets your heart pumping.

This use to be the Wellness Center - now Sampson County YMCA…read more I purchased a day pass which cost me $10. The gym is clean, large, and offers so much. Personal trainers are available, classes are offered, steam room, pool and hot tub. This gym is the best thing to arrive in Sampson County! Whenever I'm in town I visit. I'd recommend to anyone in the area looking for a local gym.

We visited E. Carroll Joyner Park for Easter and brought Luna, along with my nephew for a little…read moreEaster egg hunt. The park is very pet-friendly, with plenty of open space and trails for dogs to enjoy. While there were a few other pups around, I have to say--Luna was definitely the cutest dog (and bunny!) at the park that day.

This park is large if you walk down each trail or you can do a quick loop. I walked here this…read moremorning and got in 4 miles and after lunch just 1 mile. The best part is all the green surrounding you. There was a nice breeze today and made it enjoyable even with the heat and humidity. The trails are good for dogs, stopping and sitting along the way and even picnics as well as photo opportunities. There are a few restrooms and even a place to buy water if you forgot yours. Additionally, parking is adequate, but Im sure at peak times then maybe not. So what are you waiting for, get your shoes on and head over to E Carroll Joyner Park to get some fresh air and maybe even some exercise. Don't forget, it is pet friendly as long as it's not an alligator.

Wa Foster Recreation Center please train your employees on customer service! They way we were…read moretreated today was uncalled for. 1. Dirty kitchen, 5 opened pizza boxes in the oven, Food on counter, refrigerator full of their personal things and just filthy, microwave and Ovens looks like it haven't been cleaned all year long. We reserved this facility months in advance. You knew we would be there today. Why do we have to spend 45 mins cleaning what should already be cleaned? 2. Who wants to have an event where a complete stranger (Mr Lee)keeps walking in and out? Going through the refrigerator, making plates to eat right after rudely telling the kitchen staff that they need to shut down the kitchen? 3. Mr Lee has got to be the most unprofessional employee I have ever encountered. Reunion ends at 4. It's 3:25 We playing our family game and he comes in and rudely shouts ITS OVER, CLOSE IT DOWN! After being told by a family member that we were wrapping up and will be out by 4! Even tho we were delayed by up to 45 minutes because of y'all negligence! 4. Mr Lee approached an older family member in the hallway saying "YOU MEN NEED TO TAKE ALL THIS TRASH OUT" Sir if you don't sit down somewhere. There's a way to talk to people. One thing for certain and two things for sure The Powell Starkey Family will NEVER do business with y'all again! And I hope everybody that wants to patronize your facility reads this post so they know what to expect.

The Foster Rec Center is a great new addition in downtown Goldsboro. It's a great community center…read morefor the kids. The staff and volunteers are caring and attentive. I frequent here because of the gym. The membership is more than affordable (almost a steal), and the center is always well maintained. The gym isn't the biggest or fanciest, but it has everything you need to keep in shape. The rec center also offers a myriad of athletic programs (basketball, softball, soccer, etc.) for both the younger ones and the not-so-young. I highly recommend checking this place out!