Tae kwon Do is a good fighting style to learn. They teach you to fight and you learn from them long…read moreenough they tech you how to fight more than most kempo style that fight them first and teach you how to fight. I like Tae Kwon Do almost as much as my Tae Kyon and Sulsa Tae Kyon Kempo. I Recommend Osborn Tae Kwon Do and other Taekwondo clubs some of the first next after Budo Kai fight club and Aaction Kenpo clubs in Springfield, Missouri. It is a good style to learn and the instructors are sometimes better than other fighting styles.

This place is the spot to learn some great taekwondo. He not only teaches you new skills, but also…read moreprovides self defense classes. He also takes his students to tournaments and pushes his students to be the best!!

am so disappointed after visiting the center. It is boasted as a "family fun center" but that is…read morevery misleading. It should be named "kind to Silver Sneaker members only". I am also a Silver Sneaker member but today I came with my granddaughters who are out of school. The older ladies working the front desk acted like it was such an inconvenience to wait on us. Then proceeded to let us know that none of the amenities for children are available until after 4 so that older members can enjoy it. Even the lifeguards were grumpy! School is out and kids should be able to enjoy the facilities! Isn't that what parks are for? What a shame! I have family that retired from the park board and they are appalled too. I was also disgusted by the restrooms and changing room. They smelled of urine terribly!

I joined Chesterfield Family Center specifically for their water aerobic classes in the morning. At…read moreleast 1/3 of the time, there is no instructor. From what I'm told this is an ongoing issue. There are instructors who would cover classes if childcare would open earlier, but the park board will not open even 30-minutes earlier to accommodate their best instructor. Obviously they don't care about their paying customers.

I have been shocked at how hard it has to find an indoor pool that is open year around ! Ozark has…read morea beautiful facility but their swim program is rarely functioning. Nixa's pool has been under construction forever and even when it is open it is outside. Republic is outside too. Enter the good old YMCA. Their swim program is well managed in the hands is Marcella. Their program is positive and dependent and the swim team price is very manageable. I am so happy with the swimming I haven't even begun to check out their amazing classes. I haven't read nothing but great things

I love the Downtown YMCA. I was a member here when I was in college in the late 80s and am a member…read moreagain after moving back to Springfield a few years ago. A friendly atmosphere. They have fitness classes daily and open swim times in their basement pool. It's really great the way it is divided into different levels depending on what you are looking for. Most of the weight machines plus free weights and indoor rock climbing are in 2nd floor. The 3rd floor has a track which goes around the entire upstairs and mainly has cardio equipment. The weights include the only four way neck machine I have seen at a commercial gym. They also have a deadlift platform, power racks, pull-up machine, dumbbells to 120 lbs. Plus they have too many extras to mention. It's a great place that does a lot of good for the community with kids activities and a true health focus. I live close enough to walk and feel very fortunate to live so near. Highly recommend!

It's okay. One kid pooped in the pool one time. The lifeguards are homophobic and blow the whistle…read morewhen I didn't do anything.

How much is the pool party? Looking for a reasonable Summer…read morebirthday for a 2-year-old

I have been going to Essential Yoga this summer because of their Groupon deal, and I have really…read moreenjoyed it. The instructors have all been very friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming, and I appreciate that there are a variety of yoga styles offered. All of the classes I have attended have been very basic - stuff that anyone in reasonably good health could do. For someone who is really into yoga, Essential Yoga might not offer enough of a challenge, but for someone who is looking to try out yoga or just add a little bit of exercise and tranquility to a hectic lifestyle, this place would be perfect.

This has been my home base for yoga since 2013, wonderful teachers and the space just feels…read morerelaxing.

I visit every summer when I'm in Nixa to see my sister, and I've been doing it for years! This…read moreplace is fantastic for studio classes, and the prices are very reasonable. I mainly come for the yoga (Jennifer is amazing!), but the Zumba Gold, P90X, and hula-hoop classes are also fantastic! Plus, they offer ballet and tap for the kids. I highly recommend it!

I chose this gym because it is the only one in Springfield that offers towel service. It has…read moreexcellent sauna and steam room and hot tub. The pool is excellent is working out, but not as family friendly as the Chesterfield family center.

Shy, I am a large woman and have always been shy about my weight. It kept me from going to a gym…read more But Meyers is awesome. Jennifer and Greg made me feel very comfortable. And showed me exactly what I needed to do. I go every day except Sunday. Just go talk to them, you won't regret it.

I have been working out with Shem Johnson (Owner) and Yankton Sothern (Boxing Instructor) since…read moreOctober 2014 and absolutely love it. I have never been a very active person, and after starting my accounting career, the long hours at my desk meant I had put on 80 pounds before I got up the guts to try and find help. As I have never been a very active person, and hate working out, I thought I would give boxing a try as I heard it can be addictive. That was exactly what I needed, an addictive physical hobby. I researched gyms around Springfield, and decided I would give this place a try. Upon contacting Shem, I found him to be very kind but not a pushover, and I began to really value our personal training sessions that helped me to tone up. I also feel his prices are incredibly reasonable, and the atmosphere of the gym is very encouraging. The other people who do cross fit type activities during my sessions were all encouraging and kept me coming back despite my battles with depression and my long work hours. The Saturday boxing instruction with Yankton was very valuable as well. I learned that boxing is indeed very fun, and technical so it keeps my mind active as well. After every session I would make the 25 minute drive home, and still be covered in sweat by the time I got home so I could show off to my husband how hard I worked. If you are looking for a gym that values their patrons, and won't be snobby, this is the place. If they could get a fatty like me to look forward to working on physical goals, I believe they can work miracles in anyone's life, as long as you are willing to put in the time and effort. I absolutely love working out with Shem and everyone I have met at this gym!