AZRD is a great local organization to support! I was looking for something fun to do with friends…read morefor an evening and never got around to going to a bout in the Midwest before I moved out here (the local team there was/is good, never got around to going). Luckily for Phoenix there are 2 great "professional" orgs for roller derby and AZRD is one of them! The space they play in is great - it's a conveniently-located gym close to DTPHX they convert with tape for flat track roller derby. We found it quite interesting that people are on-call at all times around the gym with rolls of different colors of tape in case it comes off during a bout. It's also affordable - no more than $10/15 for an adult, and normally the bouts go for a few hours. You definitely get your money's worth. The only downfall was the night we came they actually ran out of beer (a lot of local brews), and somehow the AZRD team came back with more beer, but the standard cheap stuff. Power to them to sell that. You can tell that the girls really put their heart and soul into roller derby. The night we attended, one longtime skater played in her last bout before moving away and you could tell everyone was tearing up as the bouts ended and she got her final curtain call. While one team was competing, another was out in the stands trying to fundraise for the nationals trip their All-Star team takes. A couple of them were kind to explain how the bouts work, and they had some neat handouts we borrowed to explain the plays, the players, etc. Props to the AZRD for what they do!

The women of AZRD (Arizona Roller Derby) rock, and rock hard! AZRD is a local roller derby…read moreorganization, of about 3 in the state and they are amazing to watch. They are a member of the "Women's Flat Track Derby Association". So if you saw the "Roller girls" series on TV, it's not quite like that as it's all flat - not raised up on the outside. The biggest advantage here is that it's much easier for them to find a space to both practice and perform. There are 4 teams in the league, and they all have great names - and super fun outfits that "match" their name. Example, we love the Surly Gurlies - and they are all pirate costumes. And most of those include fishnets. Did that get anyone's attention? Yea, they have to use a bit of sex to initially get the butts in the seats, but after watching one of their bouts, most folks are ready to go again just for the action. And this isn't like the fake stuff you saw on TV years ago. This is totally real un-choreographed stuff. And if you want to join, as long as you have your own insurance and a pair of skates - you're welcome to join their "Smash Squad" to learn the ropes until you're good enough to be picked up by one of the teams. It's really a great time. Energy is always high and it's a great chance to yell and scream like a fool too. If you want to - not required of course. The only negative has been their announcers. They had some good ones a few times, but often we can't hear what in the heck they are saying. Maybe one day they'll be able to afford a PA system we can understand. Final Bonus - There's always a live band to play between each of their sets. This could be rock, bunk, ska, rockabilly or something else wonderful and amazing. And occasionally loud. There are usually ear plugs available at the door for their indoor bouts. Take them up on it. Trust me.

Our experience with Sky Volleyball Club was extremely disappointing. After a positive experience in…read moretheir developmental leagues, we had high hopes for our first year of club, but it turned out to be nothing like we expected. From the beginning, there was a complete lack of transparency regarding fees and expectations. Families are informed of the total cost only about two weeks before tryouts, but once the season begins, additional unexpected expenses quickly pile up--hotels, travel, out-of-area tournaments, and more. Be prepared to keep paying because not everything is disclosed upfront. Despite investing nearly $7,000, our daughter was repeatedly left out of rotations while every other player received playing time. At tournaments, she was either benched for entire sets or given only a few points to play--even after scoring. We did not pay this kind of money for our daughter to sit on the sidelines and receive little to no development in practice. There was no explanation, no feedback, and no real effort to improve her skills. As one of the tallest players on the team with clear potential, she should have received coaching to refine her game, but instead, she was ignored. Coach Jordyn provided minimal instruction, showed no investment in her growth, and lacked the energy and engagement expected at the club level. It became clear that unless a player was already highly skilled, they were not a priority. If you are not among the top players at Sky, you will likely be placed on a team just so the club can collect more money, and you won't have a strong coach. The best coaches are assigned to the higher-level teams, while developing players are left with less experienced or disengaged coaches. Our coach was noticeably out of shape, did not motivate the girls, and failed to provide useful feedback for improvement. Mistakes in practice were overlooked, and there was no emphasis on player development. After back-to-back experiences of unfair treatment, I received a text from Dennis, the Operations Manager, questioning why we left a tournament early. I responded respectfully, outlining our concerns, but his response was silence. There was no follow-up, no acknowledgment, and no effort to address the situation. Later, I emailed the club's owners, Jeff and Julia, detailing everything that had happened. A full week passed with no response. When I followed up with a text, Dennis simply said that Jeff had received my email and "believed" he would respond. That was the last communication I received. No call, no email, no apology--just complete indifference. The scheduling was also unreasonable, with late-night practices (7:30PM - 9:45PM on a school night) and excessive travel commitments that were poorly communicated. Families were caught off guard by last-minute expenses, including a nearly $1,000 hotel charge right before Christmas. Sky does not disclose the true cost of participation early enough, leaving parents financially unprepared. If you're considering Sky, think twice. And if you're thinking about putting your daughter on Coach Jordyn's team--don't. The lack of fairness, transparency, and accountability made this experience one we deeply regret. We expected quality coaching, communication, and player development, but instead, we got an organization that prioritizes profit over its athletes.

This club expanded past disappointment to downright incompetent and offensive. Rather than doing…read moreany of the things they proclaim on their website to build up and inspire a beginning player, the clear cut nepotism, favoritism and unprofessional coaching led to my daughter being demoralized, marginalized and feeling really bad about herself. During the post season after being slaughtered all six games on Sunday, the coaches didn't change their strategy, replace utterly ineffective rotations, instead they demanded that the Parents "hide" the scores from the girls. What? Huh? Really? They lost and lost every day with no changes to strategy,. It was heartbreaking watching half of the girls always benched told they could only play when they were winning while the others on the court desperately trying to execute terrible rotations leaving half the court wide open blaming themselves. The coaches buried in their devices and looking like they were still in their jammies did nothing. They say in their propaganda website " Everything we do is built around our core values--integrity, grit, excellence, responsibility, and courage. These values guide how we train, how we communicate, and how we hold each other accountable." Accountability? How does hiding the scores during games accomplish any of that? On the 4th day of the tournament, I had the temerity to have the scoreboard on my personal cell phone. Mommy of the Coaches, yes not a player's parent, marched across the court and demanded that I take a scoreboard app off my phone. When I calmly refused, she began bullying, demeaning and threatening me. I never raised my voice or got out of my chair. At no time during the entire 4 days did I ever shout, act out or even complain to anyone. She marched to her husband, director of AZ Sky and Daddy of the coaches who also marched over and demanded the same, when I again politely refused, he too threatened to have me removed. Holding up the next game he headed to the Ref and Mommy began SCREAMING in front of hundreds of people including my then terrified 12 year old daughter. "You're Going to be Removed!" several times. After going to officials, of course I was not removed. Mommy then began a campaign with the parents that led to me being ostracized, "shoved" "bumped" and blocked from taking pictures of my kid with the team. The final truly disturbing event was one of the coaches in a seething, veiled "compliment" used my daughter to throw shade my way. Hey, insult me all you want but don't use my child to do it. That is disgusting behavior. Ownership never responded to my repeated requests for a meeting. After spending close to $5,000 their utter lack of professionalism and mistreatment of clients is really pathetic. Read their responses to this and other reviews. Prepare yourself for gaslighting and them to blame you and your child for their poor behavior. Choose another club, this one has lost it's way.

I come here each year to get my taxes each year by AARP tax preparation group. Nice clean community…read morecenter. There are lots of different activities that can be done by many different people at the same time. Lots of off street parking.

The Sunnyslope Community Center just completed a remodel and it looks so much better! I used to…read moretake the evening yoga class and would like my mat up by the slope in the floor... now, it's "new and improved." In addition to yoga, they offer belly dancing, tai chi, pilates and have added a men's basketball league. You do need a $5 annual membership to take classes or use the gym... The staff is awesome! Julie, Jeff and Darvis are totally open to hearing suggestions for programming.

I use their 8 pickleball indoor courts which are phenomenal! Great way to beat the heat and get…read morecardio! There's a Cafe there and I will check that out on my next visit.

Everything about this facility is wonderful, especially the staff. The restaurant offers great…read morefood.

The Shaw Butte Little League fields are what Little League fields should be. They're located on…read morethe grounds of Shaw Butte elementary school, but they definitely built for Little League. They have bleachers and lights for night games, and building dedicated to snacks. The fields have grass infields and they are definitely "broke in". The are well kept considering they are not professionally kept, but mowed and managed by parents throughout the history of the league. The fields feature scoreboards but they could use some sort of PA system. There's nothing like having your name announced when you come up to the plate. I visited the fields recently for the 10th annual TOPs tournament which features 9-10 yr old all star Little League teams from District 2 and other Little Leagues nearby. It's the 3rd one in 3 years I've attended. I think it's a great little tournament for players of this age. Five days of baseball and on with your summer!

This review is based on my time at the school directly next to the baseball view…read more I must admit. Shaw Butte Elementary school is a diamond in the rough. I spent a modest amount of time in many elementary schools, both as a pupil and educator. The teachers here are young and still have life in them, they have yet been drudged and hit by the constant reminder that test scores matters more than the student. The older teachers seem to have assimilated to the state and federal mandates. I dont blame them, poor souls. Not much of a mix of diversity, mainly Hispanics. Calling it how I read the data. The best to this school, and good luck. R\_ NOte: Watch out for the teachers, they lik to flirt. ;)

Awesome group of people. Fair, honest, and genuine organization…read more Every interaction I've had with AIA has been professionally handled and I'm happy to have them overseeing all things competitive in my children's school system. Keep up the good work and thank you AIA!

Snipers: A great baseball club. I will tell everyone to join Little League to meet your…read moreneighbors. I tell them next join club baseball to progress. My son has been on many baseball clubs. I have one word for the Snipers. ORGANIZED. Tom Horn is the founder. He is a great coach and leader. Other organizations lack coaching or field time. Tom is working always with the city park and recreation departments. We have a field and quality coaching. Snipers were a highlight to my son's baseball path. I would recommend to all. We were with Snipers from 11U to 15U.

Wow - I can't believe I've never been here before! What a phenomenal recreational resource for…read morePhoenicians! We were lucky to have the pickle ball courts to ourselves at 3:30 pm on a Saturday. AYKM? & yay for that b/c it was my first time, being taught by a very patient friend. This place has everything - as Stefon from SNL would say - tennis courts, baseball fields, playground, soccer fields & this cool setup sponsored by AARP that features gym equipment & uses the program "Fitlot." Fitlot is a national nonprofit that helps parks program their equipment. So there's a QR code on equipment for more info to connect to their website AND there are visuals on equipment that show how to use it. I didn't understand how this park could possibly be on 150 acres! then I found a bridge that crosses over the canal & leads to the east side of the park w/ more soccer fields. So yeah this park is humongous! The only thing it doesn't have is a skate park. I think they could integrate that in to the design since there IS so much room. There are signs saying skateboarding is not allowed. Which makes sense when there's not a dedicated space, But skateboarding has become popular for people of all ages, so can yall update? Overall tho, this City Park is outstanding! P.S. Ross Mofford was our Governor from 1988 - 1991

Very well maintained complex with lots of facilities for lots of different sports! It is nicely…read moreadorned and well kept facility and it has lots of open space for lots of people

Great local soccer club for youth. Coach Anthony, Coach Colin and Coach Tessa are super skilled and…read moregreat with the kids! They make soccer fun while teaching important soccer skills. Coach Anthony's philosophy is to help each child develop a love of soccer! We are so happy to have found such a great club.

The best soccer organization in Arizona . We are so happy with the skills our children acquired …read more Their professional, fun and well rounded environment has brought our kids to love soccer and grow as young players. We can not say enough about coach Colin and Coach Tessa.

City of Glendale AZ just started up a youth baseball program again after years of hiatus. And it…read moreis as good as it gets. Unless you don't know already in Little League baseball you are held by your geographic boundaries. And Carlos Jr Jr doesn't live in a very good area. So his league kind of sucks. So we looked around and found this so he could play Tee Ball. Well this is a great one. It is run by a pretty organized dude named Mike Davis. The fields are GREEN and CLEAN. Solid solid solid baseball fields. Could honestly rival minor league fields around town. And unlike most little leagues around town that only have Diamondback jerseys, (they sponsor leagues around town but only give different color Dbacks jerseys to the kids) they actually have different teams the kids play on like Pirates or White Sox, Dodgers etc etc. Very cool, because watching the Dbacks play the Dbacks all season sucks. Like I said Little League can't beat these fields. Can't beat the prices even out of city and you don't have to sell stupid candy bars. Yeah Glendale Rocks. And they are actually doing Machine Pitch next year. I haven't seen anyone on the WESTSIDE of town doing that. So if you want your kid to play in a great Tee Ball or Youth baseball league on the WESTSIDE. Skip Little League. They are a joke and head on down to Glendale Parks and Rec. You will thank me for it later. I only wished they did it year round instead of Early Summer. But it is still great.