We had my child's birthday party here. The kids loved the play area!…read more My first big complaint is the cleanliness. The floors were gross in the party room and I included a picture of one of the chairs. This was it at the start of our party. There weren't trash cans in the party room, which was frustrating. We spilled some water and when I used a paper towel to clean it up it was brown. The whole place needs a deep clean! Also, the party time is short. One hour is not enough time. If they need to clean the party rooms before the next party they should allow the kids to go back and play for another 30 min to make it a 2 hour party. This place has potential!

Props to this place mainly for existing. There aren't any gymnastics gyms near us, and this has…read moreopened up a new world to my daughter that she loves. Inspired by Simone Biles and the 2024 Olympics, my kid has jumped in (cartwheeled in?) with both feet. Straight up, the lobby and bathroom areas need to be cleaner and I'll stand by that. But the rest of it is pretty nice overall. The teacher seems great and has control of the group. The times I've watched my semi-trepidacious daughter here, I've noticed they move at a pace that doesn't allow for a lot of fear which is important. They sort of just get after it and settle in from there, always a good approach. I can't say we'll go here for a long time based on the distance, but we may because my daughter loves it and we're continuing with it despite the distance for us to travel each week.

Came here for a date night with the wife. We were sat with another person, who was delightful…read more Cooking with strangers can be stressful if you don't jive well. The kitchen host did a great job walking us through each recipe, showing us how to cut the veggies, mixing ingredients and cooking everything at the end. The entire evening took about 2.5 hours and we walked home with plenty of leftovers and they emailed us the recipes too. Highly recommend.

I brought my daughter here for a kid's birthday party recently and we had a nice time. The girls…read moreall decorated chef's hats, learned how to make a pretzel, and then enjoyed eating their pretzel and a cupcake. My only criticism was that the young girls leading the party were pretty low energy and it was so quiet in there. I think the overall experience would have been better if the gals leading were a bit more engaging with the kids and maybe some music was playing in the background. The pretzel was good though, and my daughter had fun!

I unfortunately would love to give the company a better review but it's literally a death trap of a…read moreplace to get in and out of. Parking couldn't be worse or more dangerous. As my 2 toddlers and baby are walking into to our car, a driver comes flying in off Metcalf and stops right before he's about to potentially hit us. This is one of many, many super unsafe moments from this one week alone trying to get acres to and away for the establishment. It's so incredibly dangerous. My toddlers cried and panicked bc they and myself thought we were just about to get mowed down. It would have been less scary for them if at least this weirdo didn't roll down his window and yell at us pedestrians which consisted of a mother, a baby on a baby stroller and two tiny toddlers. They cried and were once an again scared bc this deranged individual took time to act a fool after the fact. Real shame. Parking is unsafe this is just one of many instances so I'm sharing this since, bc it will mark our last time going here. Too dangerous. Almost needed up as splatter.

If you're looking for a date night activity, look no further than Taste Buds!!! My husband and I…read moreattended the pasta-making class last night and had a blast! The instructor was very personable and excellent at teaching. We made ravioli and fettuccine along with tomato sauce and a spinach and ricotta filling for the ravioli. Everything turned out delicious!!! We will definitely come back for another class!!!

This review is for the Ernie Miller summer camp offered here each year through Johnson County Parks…read moreand Rec. as we've been sending one of our kids here for most of the summer. I honestly wasn't sure what to expect from an outside nature camp, but pulling up to Ernie Miller each day something that's made really clear from the staff is how dedicated they are to making sure your kids have a fun time all summer long. The camp counselors are super engaging and great with the kids. I love that my kiddo gets to learn about local animals and nature while at Ernie Miller, and also that they go on fun field trips which spice things up each week. Additionally they are on top of weather changes and take the kids inside if there is lightning. I've been watching as a new facility is being built at Ernie Miller and I can't wait to come back sometime when they are done and further explore the nature trails and the new building.

I have been to Ernie Miller many times over the years and I love this place. I was a little…read moredisappointed on today's visit with my toddler grandson. The staff member was nice who greeted us. And we were actually the only people on the inside of the nature center, so we got to enjoy it in a peaceful environment. There were some field trip kids having event events outside. My grandson enjoyed exploring, but I was disappointed to see that quite a few of the displays were out of order. Also, I had to tell staff that there was a mouse in bird nature viewing area. A child had left a cracker, and apparently a mouse had gotten in was taking advantage of it! But then I went into the newer section with the displays and another mouse ran out and was running around the room towards my grandson. So I think they need to correct this issue before it gets too out of hand. The trails are great and the natural gardens are as well. They have some great programs for the community. I just think that some of the displays need to be fixed and taking care of the pest problem, I'm sure if they let the hawk in there he would handle it! lol

We love music house. My daughter is learning so much. they provide a ln environment that makes any…read morekid feel welcome.

The staff at Music House Lenexa are very kind and welcoming to musicians of all skill levels. They…read morehave made us feel at home with our new drum instructor Eric. Eric is extremely talented and knows how to meet the student where they are presently at. All around great experience.

When our children were young, they attended birthday parties and open gym sessions at Elite…read moregymnastics. Our children also celebrated many of their own birthday parties at Elite gymnastics as well. Our son was coached by an excellent swim instructor - our son needed to get ready for his scout swimming test. The Elite instructor had earned his Eagle Scout rank and he was the absolute best advisor and coach our son could have ever needed! Our daughter's middle name is probably "Elite" - she started gymnastics at age 4 and now she is a senior in high school. She has been part of the Elite Gymnastics family all of her life. They are a second family to us in every way. I have taught youth for 28 years, and I confidently believe: This fantastic gymn has the best team of efficient and caring mentors our children needed. The coaches expect the children to excel and encourage them effectively. Our children developed strong self-esteem and self trust while attending Elite Gymnastics and Aquatics.

This is the best gym in town, the kids are in great hands. Phenomenal coaches, wouldn't go anywhere…read moreelse.

This gym is more interested in selling classes in addition to the membership. You don't have to…read morejoin the classes, but the problem is when the classes take up all the usable space and members are left with little to none. For example, youth swim lessons and water aerobics take up the entire pool area on Saturdays, making it impossible if you would like to swim laps. "Alpha" fitness classes have two areas that take up a significant portion of the upstairs gym, and they run classes constantly. On top of all this, the equipment that is left for members to use (i.e. benches and machines) are old and falling apart. I personally had a pin slip from an adjustable bench when I had it set to incline for bench press. I fell back with it and chipped my tooth. For the money you pay and for the money they add for extra classes and "events", they should really have better stuff for the general membership. It presents as though little regard is given to the overall members.

Customer service needs a lot of work. Do not expect that they care about member experiences.read more

Had no idea that Camp Fire (kinda like Scouts but more inclusive and outdoor-based) is…read moreheadquartered in KC. I was invited to their auction, Skylines and Sweets, and it was wonderful- although I was surprised it was a dry event. I think people bid more if they've been drinking too. ;) It was fun to learn about all that Camp Fire offers for kids and does for the community. And the auction items were wonderful- trips, experiences, jewelry, etc. I'll definitely attend their next event.

From the owner: Camp Fire Heartland is a nonprofit youth development organization serving children and families…read moreacross Kansas City and the surrounding metro area. For the past five years, we’ve provided high-quality summer camps, after-school programs, clubs, and enrichment experiences that help kids grow in confidence, build real-world skills, and discover their unique spark. Our all-day summer camps in Kansas City offer a safe, engaging environment where kids stay active, make friends, and learn through hands-on experiences. Campers enjoy a balanced mix of outdoor play, STEM activities, sports, creative arts, and social-emotional learning, designed to support the whole child. From nature exploration and team challenges to coding, robotics, and problem-solving, our programs keep kids curious and connected all summer long. During the school year, we operate licensed before- and after-school programs that provide reliable, affordable care for working families. Our programs emphasize student-led activities, free play, collaboration, and leadership, creating a welcoming space where every child belongs. Camp Fire Heartland proudly serves families in both Kansas and Missouri, with a strong focus on equitable access. Scholarships and subsidies help ensure that high-quality summer camp and after-school care are available to families who need it most. If you’re searching for a trusted summer camp in Kansas City or a meaningful after-school program, Camp Fire Heartland is here for your family.

We've been doing dance classes here for our daughter since the school year began and so far I'm…read moreimpressed! It's a step up from what the city offers and is a bit more expensive, but less intense than KC Ballet, which was what I was looking for. The only reason I'm going 4/5 is because the complex is massive and for folks like me that are only coming once a week for a class it was really hard to find where I needed to go on day one and the folks at the front desk had no idea where the dance classes were held. They were very nice though so that did soften the blow. Now that I know where to go it's all smooth sailing and I'd recommend them to others.

The staff are blatantly discriminatory and rude. They don't have any customer service skills and…read moredon't seem to want any. One of the staff members at the concession stand never addressed me, I had to ask if I could place an order. Even when she responded "yeah", she didn't look up. Once she placed my order and I handed her my debit card, she threw it back at me instead of handing it to me. She never said 'thank you', 'have a good day' or anything. It is very disheartening and I will not be returning where I don't feel welcome or respected. The Jewish Community Center is not following their stated values of inclusivity and community. Each time I have visited I've been faced with blatant discriminatory practices. The staff have been downright rude and appear to be very nonchalant when this concern has been brought to their attention. I will not be frequenting this place or spending my money here when the staff can't even give basic respect and kindness.