Finding quality kid sports activities has been tough. Some are too intense, some aren't structured…read moreenough, and some are just college kids phoning it in to get a paycheck. My son had been begging to play baseball for as long as I can remember. On a chance, I saw an ad on the side of the road for OVS and emailed them. Coach Jen wrote back the same day and we were able to get him into a "bubble pod" with other 5 year olds. The group met one time a week for an hour over the course of one month. On the field, Jen was organized, COVID safe, and really engaging. She made every class fun and active. There was little idle time between activities and the kids also never seemed to realize when they were actually doing drills, both of which only skilled coaches can accomplish. She also seemed to have this magic touch for reigning the kids back in if they got off track or distracted, and made a point to connect with every kid throughout the session. Even when she gave feedback, she always found something positive to say. Coach Jen has definitely has a gift for working with kids. What I love most though is that my son had the best time, found a new sport that he's gaining confidence in, and we found a woman-owned small business to support. We'll definitely be signing up for one of Coach Jen's summer camps!

My son enjoyed the soccer camp! Coach Elissa was patient, friendly, and taught my son new soccer…read moreskills.

This is the perfect "ayso" level player shop…read more.. But for actual players who want legit gear... This is by far THE WORST SHOP I'VE EVER BEEN TOO. You even have to knock on the door to get in WHILE they are open haha. Don't support this shop, they are everything that's wrong with American soccer...

I went today and it was closed during open hours they normally open at 1:30 and i went to day at…read more2:30 and it was closed and also you always got to knock on the door even if they're open

Cool shop Loaded with soccer everything…read more I picked up a sweet Barcelona shirt and just for kicks , bought a ball as well! Get it! Just for kicks! They know what they are doing here and soccer fans clearly love this place!

When i went here on the weekend, there was very good service. Both sons rigoberto and fabian were…read morethe best kids ive ever seen! Sorry but i like fabian better and noah they both helped me carry some equipment into my car and quality items and noah b and noah s were lowkey goated and nice and kind and the shop seems like flowers and i saw a guy eatung pizza

I have been a member since ~2018. I love this club because it is gigantic and it is almost…read moreliterally across the street from my warehouse loft. If you go to the Crunch Gym in Alameda and then the Bladium -- you'll have a new appreciation for space and room to breathe. The remodeled men's locker room is cool -- most importantly -- it is clean and does not stink. I only use the facility for cardio and free weights. The machines and free weights are probably 30+ years old (seriously), but they work and I like the old school steel plates. The entire facility has been under construction and it looks like they're going to make the facility like something on par with the NFL Combine's fitness facilities. I learned during the pandemic that new weights and weight machines cost a fortune, but I'm hopeful they will update the equipment. Most importantly, I hope they extend the hours of operation on the weekends. Indeed, their hours of operation should be 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. (minimum) every day. Oh, there is always free/available parking and the gym manager is extremely responsive/professional. Bottom line: this gym has the space and location to become the best fitness facility on the East Bay -- but they must extend their hours and spend a small fortune on new weights/weight machines. The images I have included with this review are dated, but they give you a good idea of the size of this place and show the degree to which they are re-doing the place!

I grew up playing at The Bladium since I was 4 years old with lil kickers. I played with the Bay…read moreOaks and SJND for indoor footie and played with my AAU basketball team in this facility. So many memories, like winning a state championship and rock climbing with my friends. The Bladium was an experience: to drink, to play sports, to work out, to have fun. I recently came back after finishing college, just to find the main football field and a majority of the weight room gone to pickleball. At first, I did not mind, however, it feels like the only people who come in are pickleball players. Its sad to see my friend's old family business being made into a pickleball center. Even the new company's logo shows where their priority is at. Heartbreaking to see. I will always remember the sounds the floorboards made.

Very cool place it seems like to take your little ones. i was looking for batting cages a little…read morebit closer to the bay area & got recommended this place. i usually go to manteca but its a little bit farther away from me so i was really looking forward to this but to be honest, its not really for me. like i said, great place to take kids. but for myself thats looking for fast pitch cages, ill keep to my original cages. there are only a couple cages here, mostly for kids that need to practice to get into baseball. i am looking for more big league pitch, about 90-100 mph, while this place the fastest is about 50-60 mph. but they have a bunch of arcade games & a snack bar & soccer indoor fields so its great for kids don't get me wrong!

These one-star reviews criticizing how the employees look are absolutely diabolical and disgusting!…read moreThe managers and staff at East Bay Sports go above and beyond for their customers every single day. Anyone leaving those kinds of comments must've truly woken up on the wrong side of the bed to be that cruel and unfair. Let me explain why East Bay Sports deserves a five-star review. I've been bringing my son here since he could walk he started in the Little Kickers program and now, at age nine, plays in the soccer team division. We absolutely love indoor soccer, and this facility makes it such a great experience for families. The kids always have a blast, the field is consistently clean and safe, and the entire place has such a welcoming atmosphere. The owner, Chris, deserves special recognition. He's incredibly calm, patient, and professional even when parents get heated during games, coming up to him in his office raising their voices, he never raises his voice or loses his composure. You can tell he genuinely cares about the families and players who come here. This is a family-run establishment and the only indoor soccer facility in the area, which makes it such a valuable part of our community. Beyond soccer, they also offer batting cages (which are a ton of fun!) and host birthday parties that kids love. Whether your child is a toddler just learning to kick a ball or an older kid who's ready for league play, there's a perfect spot for everyone. You don't need to be a pro you just need to want to play, learn, and have fun. With so many classes and programs to choose from, I highly recommend East Bay Sports for any family looking for a positive, active, and inclusive environment.

West Coast is an absolute gem of a business! Jeff and his staff are top-notch at helping pick out…read moregear, offering a massive selection that is very fairly priced. I've been shopping here since 2005. A huge thanks to Jeff and the team for all their help today selecting a helmet, glove, and cleats. We kept them past closing, but we found the right gear and they never made us feel rushed or inconvenient. Top-notch service, selection, and pricing, what else can you ask for? PS: To anyone reading negative comments about the service, those judgments are shortsighted. The store is BUSY because the staff takes their time helping customers make the right choice. When you're spending hundreds of dollars on sports gear, they ensure you get what actually fits. Jeff and his staff routinely go out of their way for customers, even stepping into the batting cage to test out a bat. If you're looking for quick, surface-level service, stick to standard retailers. If you want deep, expert guidance that takes the necessary time, go to West Coast!

The customer service for a long time has been going downhill. I kept on thinking it was an off day…read moretime and time again, but the owner is such has a bad attitude and bad customer service. With all the money that the local families pay here is just really unfortunate. I'm usually all about supporting small businesses, but I would definitely stay away from this place if you possibly could. You get better deals elsewhere. You have to get the better customer service because you're a corporate store elsewhere and their return policy is better somewhere else than the warranty as well. The receipt here is old school where it doesn't even tell you the product name. It just tells you the price so we're trying to do a warranty from the manufacturer.

Great experience with their summer soccer camp!…read more My son did a week-long all levels camp and initially was signed up for half days but he enjoyed it so much he asked to do full day for the remainder of the week. Communication with the administrative team was top-notch with quick responses to my emails, the team of coaches was professional and great with kids and the days were filled with drills, scrimmages, and fun games. I was concerned about the hot weather but they had canopies for the kids to sit and rest under in the shade. Thank you 24-7 team!

We've really enjoyed 24-7 in the 3 seasons we've been with them. I'm most impressed with the…read morecoaches and their genuine interest in developing players. Several have gone out of their way to discuss with me what's best for my kid, even suggesting having him join different levels to see where he fits in. They have lots of different programs, many of which we haven't tried yet but certainly look forward to.

Costumer service was great! Found MEXICO jerseys a for today's game! MEXICO VS SOUTH KOREA! they…read morehave a few left, get them while you can!

I have been here about 4 times to size and pick up soccer uniforms for my son. They were super…read morehelpful and accommodating at every visit. They did not try sell extra items. In fact, I was persuaded not to get anything extra. Love this place!

I have two boys that have been playing with the Club since they were three. My oldest is on his 5…read moreyear with the club. We love the coaches, parents and what a great small soccer culture. The club mission is about kids enjoying the game while learning and it is not always about winning. The Kids have to learn for them to win. Keep it up.

We had an absolutely horrible experience with both my kids playing soccer for the first time and my…read morehusband volunteering to coach. Castro Valley Soccer is completely uncommunicative and disorganized, and when we called them on it they refused to acknowledge our complaints and instead criticized my husband and 5-year-old son. Unbelievable. They wouldn't give us even a partial refund, even though we quit before the first game. Do not play soccer here!! We switched to another organization and my son LOVES it.