I brought my daughter to this gym for several years, and up until recently we truly had a wonderful…read moreexperience. The facility is beautiful, the camps and classes were always enjoyable, and most of the instructors have been absolutely amazing with the children. Unfortunately, things changed after a new coach named Val was hired. At first, I tried not to judge and wanted to give her a fair chance, but over time I became very uncomfortable with the way she interacted with the kids. I noticed her making disappointed facial expressions toward them and speaking negatively about children behind their backs, which I found very unprofessional and upsetting as a parent. We really did not want to leave because my daughter loved so much about this gym, but after this experience we felt it was best to switch elsewhere. Overall, I would still recommend this gym because the majority of the staff and programs are wonderful. However, I do hope management addresses concerns regarding Coach Val, because otherwise this easily would have been a 5-star experience for our family.

I have been paying money to this gym for years thinking I was supporting an outstanding…read moreestablishment that promotes engagement and high levels of safety standards. However, I was shocked to find that my child was not only UNSUPERVISED, but that the individual responsible was not wearing a mask and was on his phone. A gym is a place with a lot of dangerous equipment and opportunities for children to get hurt easily - that is why they are paid to supervise our children! At this point, it has been months since the mask mandate has been in place and the staff DO NOT WEAR MASKS. The front desk does not try to hide this fact as they hang their masks over their foreheads without covering their noses/mouths. DO NOT GIVE THIS PLACE YOUR BUSINESS. It is unsafe for your family.

This is a fantastic gym. They have a high caliber of coaches that really love what they do. The…read morecheer teams are impressive and they go to some best competitions in the US. I also have used them for after school care & now my 13 year old's Glow Dance B-Day party! The party was amazing & all of the kids had a blast! I'ld give them 6 stars for the party if I could! Seriously... Crazy face painting, dance offs, & glowing fun!!!

This gym is unprofessional and all about money. The coaches will emotionally and mentally bring…read moreyour child's spirit down by there verbal abuse. Constructive criticism is not the culture here but instead the owner Paige allows the coaches to do or say whatever they want to these children. Good luck trying to reach her because she takes days to reply to emails and can hardly be found in the office at the gym. Don't let your child be on the same level as her daughter because your child will always be yelled at by coaches even if it's her daughters mistake. Which brings me to favoritism. Coaches give seniority to the children who are paying them on the side for private lessons. This gym will state many things in their long contract but they pick and choose who they want to hold accountable to it. Majority of parents will have to buy practice wear at over $200 but some parents can choose it as optional while others are told it's mandatory. Favoritism can be conditioning for petty little things like bows, some girls can wear whatever bow they want and its ok. Others are made to condition for not wearing the practice bow. That goes for being late too. If your not on their good side they will take it out on your child. If you show up late your child is retaliated against and you will see other parents arrive late consecutively but those children are not ridiculed or embarrassed in front of the whole team. This gym loves to win even though this is not always the case. When TXPA loses they verbally abuse the team even if it is the coaches fault for coaching them incorrectly i.e. to do a stunt that was wrong because they did not have a back spot or doing a stunt that's not on their skill level. This gym says they want to be the best and it states in their contract that your child will be removed if they cannot meet the skill level required. This is not the case. You will pay them thousands of dollars for your child while you witness some girls not being able to do a back walk over or front walk over IN COMPETITON SEASON. I pulled my child a week before summit. Yes granted they received a summit bid because the team that won 1st place had already received a bid and the bid went to the next highest scoring team (TXPA). I was hesitant from the start because immediately after they won the bid they brought down girls from level 2 and 3. They used the excuse that we can do whatever we want and take whomever we want to summit. I pulled my child because she took a flight class, tumble class, was a flier all season and helped win that bid but a week before summit they brought down another girl. My daughter came out crying because she said they put her in the back to stand there while all the other girls that moved down were put in an elite. They did this to multiple girls and they do not see anything wrong to this because they want to win at any cost even if it makes the original girls of the team that won the bid feel like an alternate or not good enough because they are being replaced by girls from a higher level. Paige didn't like my text to the coach stating everything above and on "group me" to the parents so she told us to not return next season. Which of course that's a no brainer. I don't want to give this business thousands of dollars for my daughter to stand in the back because you want to bring down girls from a higher level that didn't win a bid at all and replace the girls that worked since summer to win the bid. And don't try to speak to these coaches or Paige because there's an excuse for every action even though they contradict everything they say or what's written in their contract. When they first started they were a really good gym but one of the coaches that helped them win all those champions has left to another gym. So many people left for reasons such as the contract and because of the other coaches departure. Oh and I left out the "clique" of moms...different cliques. It's like high school all over again. I don't know if some live their dream out through their daughter or if they really just have no life. They love to sit/stand around and gossip about each other or portray themselves as better because of their financial status. p.s Two comments left below are from the owner and the director's mother who organizes the hotels for the gym with housing connection. I would say my business or the place I work for is great too if I was writing a review. I am so glad to be done with TXPA. Cheers!

Sport of cheer Coach Jeff and coach Austin are the best of…read morethe best in south Austin area! If you are looking for a cheer gym that motivates, engages, shows passion and most importantly a place your child feels safe and can grow in the best way! These coaches will be there every step of the way to make sure your child develops skills needed to move onto different levels. Don't believe me go check the gym out for yourself!

Great program and cheer gym! They are the absolute best. I highly recommend checking them outread more

Staff is phenomenal! Facility is beautiful, instruction is excellent. The variety of amenities is…read morestellar, you cannot find these offerings elsewhere all bundled together and if you can, you cannot find them at the same great rates!

I normally don't post reviews at all, but I feel like other families in our community should know…read moreabout our experience with Dripping Springs Racquet Club's private pool rental. We rented the private pool for our son's 2nd birthday weeks in advance. In the days leading up to the party, I called multiple times with questions. No one answered. I left voicemails. I called again the day of the party. Still nothing. When we arrived, the pool was completely green, covered in algae and debris, and clearly not in a condition that was safe or appropriate for a children's birthday party. We had to scramble to completely change our plans while trying to explain to a group of excited toddlers why they couldn't swim. What disappointed me even more was how the business handled it afterward. Rather than immediately apologizing for what happened, taking responsibility, and acknowledging how upsetting it was, their response was defensive. They suggested we had "differing perspectives" about the condition of the pool and emphasized their maintenance procedures instead of addressing the condition that was right in front of us. They also criticized me for mentioning a charge dispute and public review instead of recognizing why a customer would be frustrated after an experience like this. Yes, they refunded the money, and I appreciate that. But a refund doesn't replace a child's birthday party, the time and effort that went into planning it, or the embarrassment of having guests arrive to an unusable pool. I'm sharing this because accountability matters. Mistakes happen. What defines a business is how they respond. An immediate apology and ownership would have gone a long way. Instead, I was made to feel like I was somehow the problem. I'll let the attached photos and videos speak for themselves.

Flying Fish Swim Academy has been effective, professional and fun for our kiddos. Within a few…read moreclasses they had our youngest able to go across the width of the pool without flotation devices. After a few more classes he was able to swim the length of the pool. Their format is very organized and the instructors have no more than three students each session. We don't have to waste time with signing up for one class and waiting weeks before they can start the next level - even if they're already ready to advance. Instead, Flying Fish has specific goals for each level and each class your child can advance to the next level. Skill updates are provided by email by the Deck Leader during class as each child completes their skill. The instructors will likely be different for each class and they all do a nice job with the kids and follow the same routine. The facility is nice with large observation windows and plenty of chairs to watch outside the pool area. There are also a few elevated tables/chairs and guest Wi-Fi. There is a play area for little siblings to stay occupied or for some playtime before class starts. Showers, changing rooms and restrooms are available for families making it easier to get multiple kids cleaned up and dressed after class. A swimsuit dryer is available so you can spin their suits and not take them home sopping wet. Swim accessories are available for purchase - goggles, swim diapers, swim caps, etc. in case you need something quick. Drinking fountains are available in the changing area and the kids love that they can have a little pack of fruit snacks after class. Thanks, Flying Fish!

I can't say enough good things about this place. We've been here since my son was 11 months old and…read morecan't imagine going anywhere else. They teach water safety in a fun and age appropriate manner. My son looks forward to this class every week, and so do I. All of the coaches are amazing, we especially love Anya, Niko, Cristina, and Emily. The makeup policy referenced in other reviews is pretty standard with any other memberships/classes we've taken and is extremely reasonable, we've never had an issue.

Our 4th grader had a fantastic time during his week of summer day camp with ATX Kids Club and we…read morecan't wait for the next opportunity for a field trip with Tammy's wonderful crew. What's so great? 1) Small groups with a low child-to-teacher ratio. During our week, there were approximately 8-10 kids and almost always 2 or more counselors at each outing. The curriculum has an educational/health & fitness focus, and the well-trained counselors are managed by a certified teacher (Tammy) who is often present during the week. 2) Exercise & being outdoors. The kids are moving most of the day, walking around town to see the sights, playing on splash pads & playscapes, or taking a hike. ATX Kids like to move it, move it! 3) Being a tourist in your own city. The kids (ages 4 - 12) learn to use public transportation and recognize city landmarks while exploring many of the cool destinations available in their hometown. During our week in Summer 2016, our child toured several art museums and historical sites, visited a few parks and walked urban trails. A highlight at the end of the week was visiting the Governor's Mansion and having snack time with the First Dog of Texas, Pancake. 4) Supporting a community-based, local nonprofit. ATX Kids Club offers discounts for children whose families might otherwise be unable to afford this kind of summer camp. They also serve as a CCMS provider through the Texas Workforce Commission. 5) Having a "normal workday" schedule for a reasonable fee. Summer camp hours are 9a-5p ($275/wk), and you can add extended care for 8a-6p for an additional fee ($65/wk). This is such a relief compared to other summer camps that require parents to juggle work hours for drop-off and pickup. I do recommend the extended care unless you work very close to the drop point. Downtown rush hour traffic is horrific! It was fun for us to see the play-by-play pictures of the kids in action on the ATX Kids Club FB page each day, confirming that our child was enjoying camp and making new friends. We're looking forward to signing up for Summer 2017, as well as trying out some of the school holiday and Saturday adventures later this year.

Did two days over spring break for our 6.5yo boy and he loved it. We were lucky enough to get Ms…read moreMiller herself, the program director/founder, as the spring break sessions are smaller than the summer ones. (That's also why we were able to enroll for individual days.) She's selective in hiring guides, and extremely creative in finding things to do around the city, many accessed via public transportation. Kid came home tired and happy each day, with stories to tell about the "main" activities and the "bonus" activities which they keep in their back pocket depending on how the day goes. Will be back!

I love this park. It's spacious, clean of garbage and debris and welcoming. They often have a…read morevariety of events taking place from political to holiday events and so on. The rec center itself has basketball courts, offers programs for kids, classes for adults and kids alike (yoga, karate, and so on) etc. Everyone involved seems to really want to be there to help the community in any way they can. PS: Our dog gives the park area two paws up.

I visited the Pan American recreation center Park for the Dia de Los Muertos festivities. This is a…read morelovely spot with a big stage area and playground. It was a lovely setting and easy to get to by bus or parking in the nearby neighborhood.

We have been coming here since my son was three. We moved away for a year and the entire time my…read morechild wanted to go back to the REAL martial Arts class. He loves his teachers, Mr Herman, Ms Sarah and of course Sensei. Their way with the children is so amazing, helping the overactive ones focus, bringing the shy ones out of their shell, and doing it all while having fun. I love how they respectfully interact with the kids and at the same time teach them manners, discipline and focus. If I could give them 100 stars I would. They earn it every time, we've never had a less than stellar experience here

Instead of writing a "review," I am copying part of an email I recently sent Elite Martial Arts in…read moreSW Austin, TX bc we are just so pleased to have found them: "...Your dojo has been a shining light for us. I know I've said it multiple times, but I wanted to express it again - I only wish we had come to your dojo when we moved to the area years ago. You have something very special. From each of the very dedicated staff & student volunteers, to the way you emphasize technique, encourage the development of strength & power in fun, competitive (but not-harsh) ways & games, expect & follow-through with respect of all, focus on the positive, have high expectations, challenge everyone to work for the "clubs," & explain the "why" behind the directions (like, "break outward with your hand bc it will block your opponent's possible punch" etc). Thank you for making your program financially affordable. Thank you for explaining things in simple, understandable ways as well as demonstrating them yourselves. Thank you for giving students a voice. Thank you for allowing student volunteers to help - it gives the kids someone to look up to & envision themselves one day being able to do that. Thank you for repetition so that new skills/information are learned & old skills/information retained. Thank you for allowing my son, who has found a positive "passion," to come to your dojo so many days a week & multiple classes a day. We appreciate all of you & value your hard work, commitment, & time. Gratefully, Jenny D.