Here's the feedback I provided to the camp contact:…read more I wanted to share some feedback about the process, as I believe it could be helpful to you as you establish your camp in Alameda. Throughout our conversations, we agreed on a discounted rate for my three kids, as well as the week and times. At no point was there any mention of a payment deadline or a time-sensitive requirement for securing the agreed price. After I sent the Venmo payment as instructed, I was surprised to learn that the price had suddenly increased to three times the original amount we discussed. I appreciate that you refunded my payment quickly, but the experience left me feeling disappointed and confused. As a parent, clear and consistent communication is very important, especially when it comes to planning and budgeting for my kids' activities. Practices like changing the price after an agreement--without prior notice--can be frustrating and may deter families from signing up or recommending your camp to others. I hope you'll consider making your policies and timelines more transparent in the future, so families know exactly what to expect.

Love their hours -- open late! The updated flooring is nice. Open play is only $10. We really like…read moreit here. :)

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.

The facility is great and spacious, I really like the jacuzzi and steam room. Awesome.read more

I have been a member of this gym for decades. I look forward…read moreto a variety of classes and enjoy the community of other members. A big thank you to Eduardo, who leads classes in fitness, Zumba, and TRX. His enthusiasm for helping people become fit is infectious, and done with good humor.

Score is for Girls Academy and Coach Kiki and Coaches Kat and Sid. They create an amazing,…read moreinclusive space for girls of skills and abilities. It's all about the kids and their growth. It's positive and joyful. My duaghter has gone from not being able to hit the backboard to making tons of baskets, from bouncing the ball of her foot to lapping the gym. Theres a real attitude of "keep trying and you'll get better" that permeates Girls Academy. I high recommend it for any girl!

Coach Antoine McKinzie and coach Stephanie at the Alameda facility are excellent at teaching…read morebasketball skills, and helping the kids develop a sense of pride and accomplishment for the skills they learn. Coach McKinzie creates and maintains a disciplined and structured environment, that is always fun and challenging for the kids. More impressive is that coach McKinzie does an excellent job providing positive reinforcement by balancing both praise and corrective exercise when teaching skills. Our 9 yr old son has been attending Triple Threat for a little over a year now, and coach McKinzie and the Triple Threat program has definitely had a positive impact on our son. The Triple Threat Academy has not only improved our son's basketball skills and understanding of the game, but it has also helped improve his appreciation for earning positive results and improvements through hard work. We have recommended the program to other parents and will continue to do so.

This review is long overdue. I've been coming here since September 2025 -- first for pilates, and…read morenow also a gym member. Pilates: I love attending the reformer classes, particularly Alba's and Jessica's, but I've attended most if not all of the instructors' classes and they've all been great. The weekend classes do get kind of quick so it's better to book in advance. Gym: Clean, never packed (at least when I go). I always find space to stretch with no issue and have never had to wait for what I need. People put their weights back. There are spray bottles and cloths to wipe what you use after. The bathrooms are clean, and the red light sauna is a treat (honestly my deciding factor for adding the membership lol). I've yet to use the cold plunge or the showers. You get $10 off when you have more than 1 membership. I had a billing issue in the beginning and they were very responsive and helpful. All together I pay $164/mo for both. The lack of a parking lot is a mild inconvenience, but street parking is hardly an issue with all the residential streets with free parking around Park. Great gym!!

As a woman and a senior, I have been taking pilates classes at RISE to build and maintain strength…read moreand flexibility. The teachers there make it enjoyable and give excellent workouts to great music. Recently I started working with Erin, a personal trainer who is very knowledgeable and who took the time to learn about my fitness level, goals and limitations. Now she creates really good sessions that are just right for me. When we're done, I feel great!

I'd especially like to give a shout out to the wonderful massage program at the HBC spa…read more Nonmembers, when booked for a massage, can also have access to use the locker room, women's private indoor hot tub, steam sauna, dry sauna, as well as the private women's sun deck after the massage. What an awesome spa treatment! I've been a member for two years and love the pool and the yoga classes. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Two years ago I booked an introductory tour and swim reservation, and I was immediately impressed and hooked! Parking is plentiful and the setting is very spacious and peaceful overlooking the water.

Rude staff that are clueless and never able to answer any questions…read more Their private swim lessons are taught by amateur high school graduates who dont have any teaching techniques. Thats $50 for half an hour. I would not pay for the membership here. There just arent better options nearby. Response to manager's comment: I have called and also asked the front desk various questions in the past and all seemed to have limited knowledge about the club / undertrained. However the main problem is they are also very unfriendly. Exception: The new gentleman who handles new member inquiries was very friendly and professional. To be fair. Regarding swimming "private lessons", at $100 / hour rate, please hire someone who is a professional or at least have some training at teaching swimming effectively. I could understand if its a $20 lesson at community center. For a club that charges premium rates, please provide services that are in line with the pricing.

Pulled up to The Hub Sports Club in Alameda and honestly... this place is solid…read more Came through with my guy Nate to check it out, get some runs in, and shoot a little content. Right away you can tell this place is well run. The energy is welcoming, the staff actually cares, and the community vibe is real -- competitive but still friendly. Pickleball-wise, it's stacked. 8 indoor courts that are clean, permanent, and play great, plus 7 outdoor courts if you want fresh air. Runs are organized, people know how to play, and they're always hosting tournaments and competitive events, which I really appreciate as someone who plays a lot. Outside of pickleball, the gym setup is legit. Full cardio and strength equipment, unlimited group classes like yoga, barre, and more. Locker rooms are clean, with showers, sauna, and steam room -- clutch after long sessions. Pro shop is fully stocked and the staff is always down to help with gear or questions without being pushy. Small thing but funny -- they even added a ping pong table, which kinda says everything about the vibe here. Functional, fun, and community-first. If you're in the Bay and serious about pickleball, fitness, or just want a spot that's run right with good people, The Hub Alameda is definitely worth checking out. I'll be back for sure.

I thought this gym is better but not because the membership fee is high with limited access , also…read morewants to to charge $40.00 extra for upgrade. This is not fair. When we go to any restaurant, we are not pay for upgrade of tables, chairs , forks or new spoons. If The Hub has 5.000 members, the owner makes extra $20,000.00 from the pocket of members with no reason. It's like robbery or cheating. Tom

Our experience at Aquatech this past year has been amazing for our 3 and 5 year old. Our goal was…read moreto primarily build confidence in water and basic swim skills for safety. The entire experience has been seamless. Classes can be booked online or if you need to skip a day you can get a make up token. You check in on an iPad and it tells you your lane and instructor. Changing facilities and bathrooms are super clean and plentiful. We never need to wait. Sitting area for parents is comfortable and you can easily see your kid in the pool. Our children have a fear of water on their faces and are super sensitive, but our instructors kindly got them over that fear. Coach Gabe in particular has been so patient with my son, and he has really grown into a confident swimmer in just 3 months! He went from screaming when water touched his face to dunking his head and holding his breath underwater. Their tadpole program is great too for babies and toddlers, although my daughter is not progressing as quickly since she doesn't get 1:1 attention from an instructor. Private lessons are pricier but it's the way to go if you need more help.

Very disappointing experience with employee Dewey…read more My child has been attending Aqua Tech Swim School since 2023. Over the years, I've seen employees come and go, and although the turnover seems high, the staff I've encountered have generally been friendly, pleasant, respectful, and professional. Unfortunately, my experience with Dewey on August 14 was completely different. My child recently moved up a level, so we were in a different lane than we had previously been. This was only our second week in this particular class and lane. The week before, I sat on the bench near the class without any issue. On August 14, we arrived late. When I arrived, another family was already sitting on the bench, and they had been sitting there for approximately 15 minutes before I got there. Dewey walked directly past that family, said absolutely nothing to them, and then came straight over to me within less than five minutes of me sitting down. He then told me, in an unnecessarily nasty and aggressive tone, that I could not sit there. I was caught completely off guard and asked, "Are you talking to me?" Instead of simply explaining the rule, he continued speaking to me in the same rude and confrontational manner. What I find particularly baffling is that he had literally just walked past a family that had already been sitting on that same bench for approximately 15 minutes and said nothing to them, yet he specifically came over to me shortly after I sat down and aggressively told me I couldn't sit there. If the bench was off-limits, that is completely fine. I have no issue following rules. But then the rule should be communicated consistently and respectfully to everyone--not selectively enforced against one parent while another family sitting there for 15 minutes is completely ignored. He eventually said the benches were for the toddler class. But there were no toddlers there, and there was no toddler class taking place at that time that evening. So naturally, I was left questioning why this was handled the way it was. Again, the issue is not being asked to move. The issue is Dewey's attitude, tone, and the fact that he walked past the other family without saying a word and came directly to me. There was absolutely no reason to approach a parent in such a rude, aggressive, and confrontational manner over something that could have been communicated politely in one sentence. The other family witnessed the interaction and heard his tone. His behavior was noticeable enough that they immediately got up before he even approached them. I have been bringing my child to Aqua Tech since 2023, and this interaction was unlike my experiences with the other employees. I expect staff members who interact with parents to conduct themselves professionally, regardless of what rule they are trying to enforce. Dewey's behavior was rude, unnecessarily aggressive, and unprofessional. If there is a seating rule, enforce it consistently. If a parent needs to move, simply explain the rule respectfully. There was no justification for the attitude I received. Aqua Tech should seriously consider addressing how Dewey communicates with parents, because one employee's behavior can leave a very negative impression on a family that has otherwise had years of positive experiences with the school

Been almost a year and they still have not made good on the bounced check nor paid for the goods…read morethey ordered and took. Small Claims Court judgement was made and recorded but they still refuse to honor their agreement nor do the honorable thing and pay us for the services and uniforms they ordered, picked up then paid with bad check. Court Judgement against them tells it all.

Stay away from these guys. Total fraud. They don't pay their vendors and use fake credit cards for…read morepayments. They have used our car rental company and placed a stop on their credit card to avoid paying us. They take money from innocent families and children and provide no service.

I've been a member for quite a few years and experienced many trainers. Mijoia Finley ranks among…read morethe top I've worked with. Trainers and me need to have rapport and established a relationship to become partners. Mijoia and I clicked. She understands measurable goals and how to direct me to achieve them. I look forward to seeing Mijoia on a regular schedule!

I had to change my review because they are scammers. Romello signed me up in the summer for a 3…read moremonth membership. He had also offered me a one month option. Well I called to see about termination and another associate told me I had a one year contract! I asked for Romello to call me back but no one has called me. Hopefully a manager fixes this, but appears Romello might say anything to get a membership. How awful.