We have been very impressed with Foss and our now 3.5 year old has started around 1 year old. You…read morecan really see the confidence and progression. It's 4 to 1 teacher or less. Though we do find that a class of 4 can be a lot for the teacher with some waiting around in between. The water is shallow and warm. Excellent teachers!

Great teachers. They did all they could. We sent our kid there and all the (non substitute)…read moreteachers are very very dedicated. Admin is kind of ok. Once you enrolled in one course, they marketing email keeps coming for you to sign up the next one right away. Even we have just stated. The method is great for young children. Really great. I would recommend any kids aged below 12. No theory teaching - theory is more proper for youth and adults. It's best for young kids who learn as they go intuitively. When I was young, I was taught by phy-ed teachers at a university and I received a lot of on land theory instructions. They also check the alignment of student legs body and arms and if required they brought students to practice on land. Foss is different and it lets you get in the water and practice and learn as you go. You do it and they correct you. It is perfect for young kids. For adults or youths with history of failure prior and need a bit of theory, I would not recommend.

The city maintains a lovely little family pool and a nice lap pool. They are highly accessible and…read moreaffordable and well-kept.

Really nice indoor aquatic center with two 25-yard lap pools. One of the pools has a zero-depth…read moreentry ramp for those with mobility issues. Both pools are lightly used in the early afternoon, if you can get here before 3pm you will have your own lane and maybe even an entire pool to yourself. They have locker room facilities (bring your own lock), showers, and restrooms. Drop-ins are $5, there's a lot for parking.

My son refused to get in the water and rather than saying "ok see you next week, good luck with…read morethat," two ladies at the front desk (a manager and a teacher) took the time to engage him and entice him into the water and get him comfortable. It was so human and so impressive for them to go out of their way like that, I will never go anywhere else for swim lessons. Could not recommend them more highly!

This is a bit of a factory, but my daughter loves Goldfish and has been learning a lot in her…read moreswimming journey! To start, the space is kept very warm, which is great for young swimmers! The pool water and the pool area are vey comfortable for the swimmers and the family members waiting. They also have all of the Anne ties you might need such as showers, swim suit swimmers and plenty changing rooms. The one thing I don't love is that they advertise a 30 minute lesson but they don't usually start my daughter's class until about 5-6 min after the start of the hour but and exactly at 30 past the hour. Also, they have between 1-4 kids per plane, so that also limits how much swimming time they actually get. I wish there was more consistency.

I want to start with the good: this is a very nice community pool that has some unique features…read morelike the lazy river and some nice water slides for various ages. The lifeguards take their jobs and safety seriously, which was comforting to see. My kids LOVE the lazy river but I was disappointed that they got rid of the inner tubes they used to have, so it's not really a "lazy" river anymore since you can't just relax and float. The not so good: the prices are so high! $14 per person for ages 2+, plus a 3% credit card fee. You are allowed to get a stamp for re-entry but you are not allowed to bring any snacks so anyone who has children knows, you won't make it longer than 2-3 hours with kids without food. They do have a concession stand, but as expected they only offer pizza burgers and the like, no fruit or veggies or other healthy snacks. For a family of 4 to enjoy 2 hours at the pool we paid $57, which is quite high. The other not so good bit is the pool is always so crowded; we got there 20 min after they opened and could not find a chaise to set our stuff on. The sign at the entrance says the capacity is 644, but I can't imagine if they actually allowed that many people in, it would be utterly unbearable. In summary, this is a great community space but I personally do not plan to go more than once per season because of the over crowding and the high cost.

Watch out for the crooks at this place, go to Maple Grove!…read more I came with my Family for "Tot time" which ends at 10:45AM. We arrived at about 10:15am and had what I think is a very reasonable assumption (that other people around us also had) that when "tot time" was over we could simply stay and enjoy the pool even though it would be a mix of older kids and families joining in. But that is not the case! They kick you out at 10:45AM sharp, at which point they will charge you a full re-entry price, and have a police officer onsite specifically to take your toddlers snacks out of your beach bag. What a joke. Go out and catch some real criminals instead of harassing my kid.

They don't return phone calls and aren't open during advertised hours. Left 3 messages and drove to…read moreplace only to find doors locked.

My boys have gone for two years for swimming lessons. The first year my oldest was afraid to go and…read moreinsisted he wasn't going to do it. The staff is excellent with all of the kids. His instructor made him feel so secure and made the class fun. He loves going now and looks forward to the next time. They both have learned very quickly thanks to the knowledgeable instructors. The pool and building are very clean as well as the changing rooms. They make the whole process so easy for parents and enjoyable for the kids. Their first year they were with a group of other kids. The second year we signed them up for a private lesson with their instructor and just the two of them. Even though they were in different levels the instructor was able to work with each of them at the same time. We prefer the private lesson but the staff is so great I would recommend either.

I'm so grateful for Goldfish Swim School right now. This is one of the few things that gets me out…read moreof the house during these strange times. I'm happy they take the health of the staff, the parents, and the kiddos so seriously. I signed my infant son up for classes here when he turned 4 months. I signed him up because I want him to be water safe. After all we live in the land of 10,000 lakes. The mini 1 class focuses exactly on what I was hoping he would learn. The lessons focus on the basic movements of swimming, but also on building in safe instincts around water. He is learning, for example, that if he falls in he should swim to the wall. The one thing that sometimes gets a little old is that the routine each class doesn't change. It is great for the teachers because anyone can pick up their curriculum and do it. It is also great for the kiddos because it is creating that muscle memory around water safety. It just can get a little repetitive for me. It is worth it though when I see my son giggling and splashing in the water. What I really love about this place is that it is geared with kids in mind. The pool is heated to a very comfortable temperature. There are changing room pods, so no having to change in front of strangers. The staff are all super positive and kid focused. I worked at a day camp for many years, and the instructors here remind me so much of the swim staff I used to work with. Even during the pandemic I still feel very safe coming here. Lesson sizes are controlled. Changing rooms are cleaned after each use. Everyone is wearing a mask. Traffic flow is controlled in and out of the building. This is definitely a more pricey option for swim lessons, but I think the cost is worth it for that super kid focused experience.

Great swim instructors that are very patient and knowledgeable. Safety is a priority here.read more

I've been to a lot of gyms in the Twin Cities, and the YMCA Ridgedale genuinely stands out. The…read morefacility is clean, organized, and never feels chaotic -- even during peak hours. Parking is easy, which already sets it apart from most places in the area. The equipment is well-maintained, with plenty of machines and free weights so you're not waiting around. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help without being pushy. The locker rooms are spotless, with good showers and enough space, which makes getting in and out smooth. What I really appreciate is how family-friendly the whole place is. The kids' areas, classes, and pool setup make it a great option if you're trying to balance fitness and family time. It's hard to find a gym that truly gets both right -- but this one does. Overall, this YMCA is consistently reliable, clean, and well-run. Whether you're working out, taking classes, or bringing the kids, it's one of the best community gyms in the area. Highly recommend.

I am a new member of the YMCA and love visiting. The variety of exercise classes available allows…read moreme to always have a plan for my workout and never need to venture into free weights or the treadmill area. I love the sense of community at this location and, like I said, the extensive group fitness classes. One feature I really love about this location is Kid's Stuff! Caretakers can bring their children here for some childcare while they work out, take a shower, or generally have a break from childcare. The parking lot is great, it's an easy location to get to, the facilities are clean, the staff is inviting. I love the Y!

I have 3 children aged 9-13, and we have ended up at 5 different swim instruction locations since…read morethe 13-year-old was 3 or 4. I've found that each school has good things and things they could do better on. This year we found Goldfish. Things we liked: -Super friendly staff -Cute and well decorated place -4-day swim camp that was super easy to get my younger two in at the same time Things that weren't our favorite: -The lanes are a little on the short side - perfect for younger kids, but not great for my taller, older kids. -At other swim training places, I've noticed more hands-on swim correction. Here it was more - acting out the correct swim position. I think both are helpful. Are we returning? We're still deciding.

We popped in for Open Swim over my lunch break. The staff were warm and inviting. The facility…read morewas clean and so fun... like stepping into the tropics on a cold, snowy Minnesota day. It was our babies first time in a pool and it was a wonderful experience. We hope to sign her up for lessons soon.

Today was my first time at Lifetime and it was a great experience! I came on a friend's guest pass…read morefor the 9:30am AMP Cycle class taught by MaryBeth M. Overall, the facility was large and clean from the small portion of it I saw. It seemed like everyone on the weight floors had plenty of personal space. We were in the cycle studio downstairs, and it was beautiful and clean with probably about 50-100 bikes. Before I review the class, I'll put my fitness level here: I workout 6 days a week, 4 of those days are strength training/lifting paired with cardio or walking. I take one Orangetheory class a week, and normally add in a pilates/full body day. I'd say I'm in great shape, but am not very coordinated. Today's workout replaced my normal pilates. The AMP Cycle class was a great time, and it definitely has to do with the amazing instructor, MaryBeth. You could tell that the 9:30am Saturday class was full of regulars by the way she greeted and chatted with everyone. My friends introduced me and she was eager to help if I needed anything. My friends helped me adjust my bike and get me into position since I had never taken a spin class before. The class itself was the perfect level of endurance cardio challenge for me! I was able to take little to no breaks and keep up pretty well. Since I'm very uncoordinated and not great with rhythm, some of the moves on the bike were hard but easy to modify so I didn't go flying off the bike (I did have a couple of close calls lol). The music choice was a super fun mix of pop, hip hop, and EDM - all super upbeat and awesome to workout to. There were fun lights as well, which kept me motivated and having fun. Again, what took the class to the next level was MaryBeth. She's a fun motivator and easy to follow - one thing I appreciated is she never made references to pushing harder to look better - she always made it very self-fulfilling and about your heart and mind, without getting too soul-cycle-y. She even said an amazing heartfelt thank you at the end, which you could tell she meant - especially in a room full of regulars. On my way out, I also stopped at the Lifetime Cafe for a protein shake. I ordered the body builder (protein & creatine) with vanilla powder, strawberry & banana. It was a great little smoothie, but the protein was a little chalky. It also felt a little overpriced being $10 - but I got the vibe that Lifetime is a little more upscale so I understood the price. Overall, I would definitely come back for one of these spin classes or try another class if my friend has a guest pass! I personally do not need a full Lifetime membership at this stage in my life, but it's definitely something I would consider in the future.

Huge open gym area for the machines (for anyone is claustrophobic), nice pool area that LTF shares…read morewith the Maple Grove Community Center. In order to visit the pool, you get a wrist band from the LTF staff just before the door to the pool. The staff who work this area are awesome! In between folding towels and banding/removing bands, they have a friendly word and smile to offer members. I like the cafe area-the strawberry smoothie was wonderful after a swim!