I've waited so long to write this review. When you move to a new place, you kind of hedge your…read morebets on the places closest to home or work. From the beginning, Beatrix fell in love with Gymnastics Connection. She has been doing gymnastics since she was 3, but all she remembers now is the Gymnastics Connection. She loves the open gyms, the instruction (cried when we couldn't afford two lessons a week, so I applied for scholarships), and she loves the coaches. After the spring showcase last year, she said she wanted to be a gymnast when she grew up. If I have obligations before or after class, Beatrix is able to sit with them an extra few minutes with a snack until I wade through traffic to get there. Above and beyond, one of the best experiences we have had in Seattle. From front desk (Stephanie Kyla) to Coach Maddy, Coach Megs, Coach Monica... stellar experience. They never turned their noses up to us when the credit card didn't go through. They made us feel like Beatrix belonged there as much as the other kids who don't need scholarships or second, third, fourth credit cards. We love you. We thank you. I wish I could give you guys so much more, but right now, all I can say is you made a positive difference in our lives. Thank you!

COVID-Review: We have been part of this wonderful community for several years but this is a review…read moreabout the current accommodations this gym has made in light of COVID. My family has adhered to the closures and restrictions very closely. When Gymnastics Connection announced that they would be running several week-long summer camps as well as daily-mini-mid-day camps we were excited but apprehensive. We really weren't sure how they would pull this off in an indoor, active environment. I spoke to the owner of the gym and was impressed with how they were reorganizing their space, program and activities to accomodate appropriate health standards. For various reasons, we decided to try it out. It was a RAGING SUCCESS. I was so impressed with how they truly went above and beyond to maintain the fun-social environment but also keep everyone healthy. In addition to what I now consider 'typical' precautions: check-in and check-out were done outdoors, there was a designated one-way system to move around the entire space and everyone followed arrows on the floor, new hypo-allergenic carpet, color-coded cubbies for students to store their things (which also look super cute), and staff constantly wiping down equipment between students using it. I did not see any kids come within 6 ft of each other because the entire class was taught in a way that allowed the kids to follow the social distancing guidelines without really having to think about anything other than listening to their coaches. During the closure, the gymnastic connection has also been running zoom classes. Its amazing how much they have been able to mimic the class without all of the gym equipment of the facility. At a time when life is upsidedown for my kids - it means the world to them to be able to connect with familiar coaches.

We joined SGA this summer so our child could attend with a friend, and unfortunately our experience…read morehas been very disappointing. When I signed up, I believed I was enrolling in a summer session. Instead, I unknowingly entered into an ongoing monthly membership with rigid policies, automatic charges, and little flexibility for new families. Problems we ran into: Billing: We were charged $143.35 for June even though we only attended one class, plus an additional drop-in fee. There was very limited prorated adjustment and no flexibility for starting mid-month (as soon as you sign up you are charged rather than the first class you can join.) When I raised this, I was told tuition is amortized annually -- but that logic doesn't make sense for new members who haven't yet received a full season's worth of classes. Charges during closures: We were charged full tuition for July even though classes were paused the first week of the month. The explanation was that "you'll still get four classes," but the lack of transparency here felt like nickel-and-diming. Cancellation policy: To stop being charged, families must fill out a "drop form" by the first of the month prior. No reminders, no flexibility, no consideration for families trying to navigate school transitions. I missed the August 1 deadline and now I am paying for September classes my child cannot attend. Waitlists: Even when you want to stay enrolled, the waitlists are impossibly long (waitlists are 12-35 people long) So I'm being charged monthly for a class my child isn't even able to participate in. Overall, the business model feels punitive rather than supportive. Instead of welcoming new families, it places the entire burden on parents to read the fine print, track deadlines, and pay for services they cannot use. For a children's program that should be about building community and joy, the policies feel unnecessarily rigid, confusing, and profit-driven. The staff answering emails were polite, but their hands are tied by the system. The problem isn't the front desk -- it's the membership model itself. If you're considering SGA, be very careful before signing up. Unless you are prepared for long waitlists, inflexible billing, and paying for classes your child might not actually attend, I'd recommend looking elsewhere.

Very nice facility. Very little gymnastics going on. Mostly a place for kids to run around with a…read moresupervisor wearing a leotard. Fun and pricey. But none of you children will learn actual gymnastics here. They are grabby on prices too. Heaps of weeks off. Collecting tuition ahead of time. Unfavorable cancellation terms. In short, you can do much better.

I primarily remember taking part in gymnastics through Cascade Elite Gymnastics because of the…read moreCascade part of the name. When I came here growing up, Cascade was a frequently used word in my social sphere (name of a swim club some of my friends were interested in and my grandad volunteered on trails in the Cascade Mountains). In terms of my artistic gymnastic abilities, I was naturally flexible and high energy. I managed to surprise my family/friends that it did not translate to gymnastics ability. As part of a group, we went through and tried different apparatus to the best of our abilities, I was best at bars and worst at floor. I had/have a fear of falling and for some reason that flared up in my not being able to do a cartwheel (fear of falling flat on my face), however an interest in bars (where fear of falling was overcome by apparatus coolness). My time here was short lived in part because of my not quite taking to it, the workers/instructors were kind and understanding both in my taking part and withdrawing/not continuing.

Both my kids took rec classes. My daughter took them for close to 3 years, I think the preschool…read moreclasses are great but beyond that, these rec classes are waste of time. The feedback from coaches was inconsistent, the coaches kept changing every week. Spring session, there was feedback posted on our online account, but during fall session time there was no feedback, the only communication you get is about strict registration process. Just feels like money pit not really about kids making progress. My daughter lost interest, she switched to different sport.

we LOVE this place. very retro & old school down to the tin cash box. incredible pricing options,…read moreplenty of gym space & activities for all levels! we particularly adore the 'open gym' option as it gives kids a chance to explore freely & focus more on simply having fun 7 not olympic training, which is also offered at metropolitan gymnastics. the coaching staff seem knowledgeable & professional- easily spotted & never not paying attention. overall, i highly recommend MG. hope this isn't petty but the only reason I'm giving this place 4 stars & not 5 is that the ventilation needs updated or the props disinfected more often or something because the stench is overwhelming. i have to fight the urge to bring my own lysol haha. also the vending machines never work so that's always a hassle. trivial but still. (not including a photo as to protect the privacy of any children in them. Definitely a facility worth checking out for yourself!)

Nice place Good coaching Excellent staff, professional…read morecoaches, good team of girls and boys. Best in Washington State

Best team/ optional level coaching around. If you have a serious gymnast this is hands down the…read moreonly place to be. They also have great recreational and excel programs.

Hosted my son's 9th birthday party here and it was awesome! The ninja parkour party was the perfect…read moreactivity for 20 high energy boys. The instructor did an amazing job rotating through activities around the gym -- trampoline, foam pit, dodge ball, tag, ending on the much anticipated ninja course. He struck a really good balance of keeping things fun, while also keeping the boys in check to not get too wild. The private party room was excellent as well. It's a really great balcony setup to observe for the parents that stayed to watch. The helpers in the party room did a great job of keeping the flow (setting up tables, bringing out cake, cleaning up, etc). I really recommend this place for a birthday party. It was a really well run and a great unique birthday event.

Scheduled a free demo and my son loved it so I scheduled a full 1 hr class for next week. The…read moreinstructor was enthusiastic, energetic, informative and hands on, everything I like in a teacher. The facility is clean and inviting, I'm really looking forward to seeing the growth and shift in physical awareness parkour will develop in my son.

I had my sons birthday party at Urban Warriors.....ALL THE BOYS HAD A BLAST. Communication was…read moregreat.

My daughter has been so happy with her experience at the Bothell Gymnastics Club. She looks forward…read moreto going and wants to practice when she gets home. They have incorporated many distancing protocols. While no gym environment is perfect they do a great job with their response to COVID both for the athletes and the parents. My daughter is a beginner and felt comfortable from the first class because of the professionalism and kindness of the coaches. We plan on continuing next class cycle.

I am visiting from bay area and took my kids here with my friend who lives in the area. This place…read moreis fun for kids but customer service is one of the worst I have experienced. The lady who is "in charge" during drop in play has terrible attitude even towards my kids. I came here a few times and I can even say that she is racist, which is terrible and unacceptable. She is only nice to white kids and especially those who are enrolled in their regular classes. Too bad this place does not have much competition around the area.

I'm a nanny for two 18 month old girls and we've been going to Little Gym for about six months now…read more I love it and the girls love it. The staff is supportive and knows exactly how to keep the program moving at a pace that keeps young children engaged. The girls definitely learn new skills here and it's a great place for parents and caregivers to relate!

The Little Gym has been a staple in our weekly routine. We look forward to going to class and…read morelearning new skills and fun ways to help encourage our daughter to sit on her own, stand, and walk. When we are unable to make a class the little gym is understanding and with notice will provide a roll over credit or make up class. As a FTM it is important to me that my daughter experience new things and spends time with other children. The little gym is just the place for that and teacher Jackie has made us feel so at home here. We had our daughter's first birthday party here and it was such a hit with our friends and family.

Think twice before you trial any competitive program here…read more Our daughter spent two years on team and almost quit the sport entirely. In her last season she experienced retaliation from a coach, emotionally immature leadership, and conduct that violated their own handbook. When concerns were raised by multiple families, ownership declined to meet and responded with: "We believe we can move forward from here and work towards a positive season." Our daughter was eight years old. She lost confidence. She lost skills. Schedules changed constantly. Classes were added mid-season at an extra cost because, in their own words, they had too many girls to teach new routines at once. The list goes on. If you do choose to trial, ask about attrition. We are aware of at least five or six girls leaving a team of fifteen this season alone. That speaks volumes. Competitive gymnastics demands clear communication and genuine investment in every child. You will not find that here.

I am so impressed with Northshore Gymnastics Center! I tried a bunch of gymnastics programs as a…read morekid, and when I signed my daughter up for her first season, I expected it to be about the same. I was blown away! The facility is beautifully updated with new equipment that is used well by the coaches to help teach the fundamentals and build a solid physical foundation. The gym is clean, inviting, and absolutely buzzing with activity. It's so fun watching all the different levels giving it their all and having a blast. We loved the coach, and watching from the observation area, I was really impressed with the caliber of instruction and serious, but genuinely kind manner. As a parent, this was a valuable opportunity for my child to try new, challenging things and also to grow in grit and confidence. We loved it! The only reason I knocked off a star is that they do mandatory rolling enrollment, basically an auto pay type situation. They allow you to opt out under certain conditions, and the staff are really nice, but it would be nice if they offered an option to do one session at a time for the beginning classes, especially.

***Update*** I…read morereceived a message from the business owner about our visit which made me change my review since they are a responsible business who cares about clients and esp. Kids.. A website which is not updated (its been almost 2 years since the beginning of Covid and they say the hours are pre-covid hours) and we came from Issaquah to here for free play time which was used to start at 12pm, we came here at 12:05 and they said the free play time is over at 12:30pm so we would only have 25 mins for $20. I wish at least they could offer me a free 25 mins of play saying "sorry about our mistake please come in for today and play"..

Best customer service ever! Ask for Micayla! Great energy always a smile and has great…read morerecommendations when I'm looking for a new smoothie to try! Just a very friendly and kind person . She makes the experience even more satisfying!!