We recently visited Coral Springs Aquatic Complex to have our children evaluated for swim levels…read more Both of our girls have been taking swimming lessons at the YMCA for several years, so we wanted to see how their skills would be evaluated according to this facility's level system. It was interesting to learn that swim levels can vary quite a bit between different programs, so the assessment was helpful. The staff was polite and the pool itself looked nice. However, the registration process is extremely difficult. There are only a few groups available for preschool-age children, and we were told that people sometimes arrive as early as 5:30 AM and wait in line, and even then may not get a spot. We were also told that after the preliminary assessment, younger preschoolers can register online. We completed the assessment in September, but the earliest available registration was not until October. We had a less successful experience when we brought our older daughter for her assessment on another day. We were told that the pool was closed because of a thunderstorm in the area. What was confusing was that the weather around us was completely clear at the time. We were given a QR code to check when the lightning warning would end. It initially showed about 30 minutes, so we decided to wait. Then the estimated time was extended for another 30 minutes, and eventually we had to leave. Unfortunately, my husband ended up being late for work because of the unexpected wait. The building itself is quite old and not particularly impressive from the outside. When we visited, the facility was also surprisingly empty, although that may simply have been the time of day. Overall, the pool is good, the staff is friendly, and the assessment was useful. But finding a spot in the swim program feels much harder than it should be. With children who already have years of swimming experience, we are simply trying to find a consistent program that works for our family and surprisingly, that has turned out to be the hardest part.

Bad vibes the minute we walked in. I arrived with my wife, sister in law and niece. The…read morereceptionist asked in the rudest way..."are you all together?" Then looked at my nine year old niece and made a really nasty face like she was really annoyed. She then asked us to sign in..not in a friendly way..she just shoved the clipboard at us and said "sign" and walked away. We were there 10 minutes and it started to pour rain. Scott, a really nice life guard, told us we had to get out of the pool but we could get vouchers to return. The same lady told us we had to wait 30 minutes. We did. It was still pouring so we went back in for the voucher. She totally ignored us, working away at her computer. After 5 minutes of just standing there we left without the voucher. Money wasted, rude front office employee...don't waste your money here.

This is a great place if you're looking to brush up on swimming or overall fitness. I primarily…read morecome to use the pool, which is heated and very comfortable year-round. The pool is always clean and well maintained, and there's no overwhelming chlorine smell, which I really appreciate. Customer service has consistently been great. The front desk staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful whenever I call or stop by. They also have a lost-and-found, which is a nice added touch. The facility is well kept, the hours are flexible and extend into the mid-evening, and the pricing is very reasonable. I only pay about $3 per visit, which makes it an excellent value overall. There's a weight lifting area but I've yet to use but from the outside looking in it appears clean! This location also has a playground and a batting area!

It was amazing. I mean better than amazing. The pools were nice and warm. It wasn't really that…read moreexpensive. It was like five dollars a person to go in the pool. It was nice and hot outside to go. No summer camp was there. It was very awesome.

I found Croissant Park Pool while staying at my sister-in-law's in Ft. Lauderdale. I love swimming,…read moreand wanted something to do while she was at work. I went for the Aqua-Zen & Hydro-Fitness classes. The teachers were both great; energetic and engaging. The classes were a mix of people. Lots of boaters, but that might be true for anything in Ft. Lauderdale. Water aerobics is easier on the joints so while it's good for everyone, it's one of the few exercises people can do if they have joint issues, or are recovering from an injury. While it isn't the same as swimming laps, I was definitely sore after my first class. I also like that classes are often back-to-back. So if you're like me and want to do two classes in a row it's easy to do. Your first class is free. If you just want to try it, see what it's like, you can go at no charge to you. If you enjoy it classes end up costing about $4 a class. Much more reasonable than Soul Cycle or Orange Theory and still a great work out. And it's outside! Hydro Fitness*: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 - 11 a.m. Water Aerobics I Schedule*: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Saturday 10 - 11 a.m. Aqua Zen Schedule*: Wed 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Pricing: Resident: $30/10-visits $75/30-visits Non-Resident: $45/10-visits $112.50/30-visits Senior/Military Resident: $15/10-visits $45/30-visits Senior/Military Non-Resident: $25/10-visits $75/30-visits If you wanted to do your own lap swim routine, Adult Swim is at the same time as the classes. There are lockers on site. Bring your own lock. Everyone in the class was also really nice. I think they said they even go out to lunch once a month. If you're into water sports it's a good way to get some water based cross training in.

Huge Olympic size pool that comes with a heart pounding 13 story dive tower. Jump at your own risk…read more The city offers tours of this one of a kind dive tower. They have open swimming on certain days and international diving and swim events.

This review is for the Masters swim team at the Fort Lauderdale Aquatics complex. What is Masters…read moreswimming you ask? Good question. Masters swim is a group/team for adults. You need to be a strong swimmer to participate but you do not need to be proficient in all strokes. Swim Fort Lauderdale offers up to four practices per day for competitive and fitness swimmers. Practice is one hour of lap swimming in a group. The coach gives different swim sets to keep it interesting. The age of SFTL swimmers varies from 18-85 (literally!). Competition in swim meets and events is encouraged but not required. The cost is $75.00 per month, parking is included with the monthly fee. Membership with US Masters Swiming is required. Fee is approximately $35.00 per year. If you have any interest in joining a swim group I highly recommend SFTL due to frequency of practices and the award winning coaches. Hey, try something new. You might like it!

Everything, the staff is very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The sense of security and…read moreassurance that I have gain all the instructor have help me to accomplish my swimming lessons.

I am a woman in my 40's and due to a very traumatic experience in my childhood (I'm talking mouth…read moreto mouth resuscitation here) I have never learned to swim. For the longest time I couldn't get my ears wet because I'd freak out. Having said that, I moved into a house with a pool and little by little I have been losing my fear of the water. I know I will never go in the ocean, but the pool now I can do. David's swim school is very close to my home and I always saw it, or their signs, and I would think to myself. "I should sign up and take lessons" I always rationalize that I would do it eventually, or the following year. And then Covid hit. Now over a year later I decided that enough was enough. I called and made an appointment to start swimming lessons. I am able to float and to swim under water by myself but I was absolutely nervous the very first time I went in. I signed up for 8 group classes, but because of my schedule and the pandemic, I have been the only adult taking the class every time except for one class. Everyone is very nice and both the instructors I've had have been very patient and understanding. They have taught me invaluable techniques to be able to swim. Am I an expert swimmer? No, but with the technics I have been taught I feel so much more confident in the water. It takes practice. I will most definitely take more lessons once my schedule opens up again. I know so much more now than 7 lessons ago. Facilities are clean and they have proper equipment, pool is heated and indoors. They have cameras with tv's outside so parents can see their children while they swim. Everything is more geared towards children, but they have lots of different programs for adults as well. Such as training, military and so on. I am glad I decided to take the leap. I would certainly recommend David's Swimming School to anyone.

Pretty chill little park. There is a water pool/small water park attached but never is open when…read moreI'm there. There are gazebos for small events, a workout station, a jogging track, basketball hoops. It's a good neighborhood park with 10 parking spaces and then extra outdoor parking area. Dog friendly!

The pool was nice. I like that there is a sidewalk you can walk around near the playground area.read more

This review is primarily for the dive tower, dive well, and associated facilities. After the…read morerenovations here, the Aquatic Center boasts the finest diving training facility in the Western Hemisphere--seriously, this facility is, especially for cliff diving, so good professional athletes come from as far as New Zealand to train here. The 27m platform is a true rarity: only a scant few dive towers in the world have this height and very few divers require it but by having heights above 10m (the highest standard Olympic height) Lauderdale is ready to meet the needs of future disciplines of diving. As a diver I am impressed by not just the facility on a physical level but the general professionalism of all involved in it. I cannot speak to the swimming facilities: aside from swimming across the dive well after a dive, I don't swim much. And I do understand that renovations are still underway which may frustrate some people as may the fact many aspects of the Center are dedicated mostly to professional/team development and not always open, but this facility is overall a true gem.

Always busy with team training. If not that tons of small kid classes made our 30 day family pass…read moreuseless. Manager Michael Bedagi begrudgingly approved a refund admonishing us "you won't be sold repetitive passes in the future. No worry Mike we won't be black. Besides the very outdated locker rooms, slovinly kept restrooms it's not worth a second chance

My favorite place to visit on the east coast of Florida. Great small town feel and a little big…read morecity action, but nothing like Miami, which is a good thing and why people flock here. Not to mention it's a lot less expensive and no automatic gratuity added to your check. (Watch out down there!) Plenty of bars, restaurants and shopping in every neighborhood. Las Olas is the main hot spot but other areas have so much to offer. I fall into the lazy trap of staying close to my neighborhood and frequenting the businesses around Galt Mile. It's walking distance from where I stay and it has everything I like. Someday I may relocate here permanently but for now I am a frequent visitor. I hope to experience all that Fort Lauderdale has to offer in the future.

The Center is a city facility and has great management. I would recommend a visit. For older adults…read morethe are more options with the club 55 gr