Great local swim club. Flexible schedule, great community of kids. Not many kids per lane. Coaches…read moretruly care about the kids beyond their swimming skills.

Just started swimming in the mornings with LAMVAC. Friendly group, and the coach (Jose) knows his…read morestuff cold. Even at 5:30 am people are friendly and full of energy. The pool itself is really good. I don't know what afternoon practices are like, or quality of the other pools. Very happy to have joined the team.

The main Coach Panda ( yiling) is very nice and patient with kids. Panda rents several different…read moregyms for the clinic and practices (Please check their website for clinics and summer practices locations). There's many coaches at Panda club and like all the other clubs...all have different coaching styles. My daughter comes to Panda's clinics to get training during off-seasons and get in preparation for try-out.

This is a large club that plays competitive soccer. For kids…read more6 to 12, there are 5+ teams per year of birth, each team is a different level. Most coaches are well trained, the club offers an environment where kids can learn in a fun atmosphere. Where this club could improve a LOT is on the administrative side. They have excuses about the challenges they face with reserving fields, but they don't have very strong managers who would be able to find solutions to those challenges, and manage this more seamlessly in a way that doesn't put all the burden on parents. Right now, the administrators of MVLA either don't have the skills to find solutions to their challenges, or they don't want to make the effort. I guess as long as people keep signing their kids up, they have no incentive to improve. Parents have to transport their kids (or hire a driver) from school to the practice location after school. Practices are often at 4 or 4:30 for children 6 to 12, and parents have to pay and commit before they even know what the practice schedule and locations will be. The schedule and locations are communicated a few days before the first practice, and change during the season, those changes are not communicated at the beginning of the season, but rather a week or so before the change occurs. It doesn't have to be that way. With good managers, there are ways to do better. Imagine signing up for music lessons without knowing the days, times and locations where the lessons will take place, and not being able to get your money back if the schedule totally does not work for your family. This is what you have to deal with at MVLA. And they justify that lack of planning and organization with the fact that they've been doing it for years and that some other clubs do the same thing. The weekend games are not at the same time nor the same day each week, and you may have to drive over an hour to get to some games. So it is difficult for your child to take other classes, unless he/she misses soccer games or their other classes. The worst part is how this club penalizes kids who practice other sports competitively. If kids miss a few soccer practices, either due to participation in other sports, or to parents' professional responsibilities, kids are tagged as "not committed" and they are left playing in the lower levels. They treat 8-9 year old kids that way. This is plain stupid because athletic kids are typically good at multiple sports, and in order to become good at a sport, they will later on have to spend a lot of hours practicing that sport so they better pick the right one. So MVLA prefers to promote kids who are not talented athletes and therefore are not good at other sports, and let talented kids rot at lower levels. This is also very unethical because parents pay a good amount of money not only for the club fees but also in a huge time commitment to drive their kids to practices (which schedules that change on a dime) and to games which can be an hour and a half drive away. One would expect that an ethical organization would commit to helping kids reach their full potential, no matter how many practices they go to. A competent and ethical coach should help kids get the best out each practice and provide ways to workout on their own. If a kid who goes to 1 practice/wk plays at a higher level than a kid who goes to 2+ practices, then the kid with the better level should be promoted to the next level, regardless of the number of practices they attend. The number of practices a child attends per week can change based on their parents' availability, job situation, and the child's other activities (the child may add or drop activities/sports from one season to the next). But MVLA does not work that way. There are 2 practices/week, and the coaches can add optional practices at an additional cost payable directly to the coach, so you see the unethical situation here? A kid with less talent will need more practices to improve so may end up going to more optional practices, hence lining the coaches pockets. Talented kids who practice other sports are much less likely to attend the optional practices, so coaches invest less time on them and do not promote them to the higher level even if their level of play clearly justifies going to the higher level. This is very unethical. So my daughter was disgusted by that. There are other clubs that are supportive of multi-sport athletes because they know they generally are the better athletes. The management of this club doesn't seem very skilled or very smart. Probably good soccer players, but not good managers. If they were smart and wanted very good players on their club, they'd realize that there are very athletic and talented kids whose parents cannot jump through all the hoops that the club is imposing. So MVLA, your lack of management skills and lack of respect towards families' time and towards multi-sport athletes is depriving you of great talent.

From the owner: MVLA Soccer Club is not just a team; we're a movement dedicated to molding over 1,300 young talents…read moreacross more than 90 teams into exceptional athletes and influential leaders. Guided by a mission to unlock each player's full potential, MVLA sets the standard in youth soccer with a vision to lead nationally through unparalleled coaching that fosters highly skilled, tactically savvy players ready for the pinnacle of competition. Our ethos is built on the pillars of Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Community. We believe in striving for greatness with every pass and play, igniting a fierce passion within our players that drives them towards their goals. Integrity shapes our actions, ensuring honesty, trust, and transparency are at the core of our club. Beyond the field, we're a cornerstone of the community, creating positive ripples that touch families, businesses, and local organizations. With a world-class coaching staff led by our Technical Directors, we commit to continuous improvement and development. Together with our parents and the visionary MVLA Board of Directors, we're not just playing soccer; we're building a legacy of excellence, unity, and impact that transcends the game.

We have been doing Coach Ken afterschool for over 5 years now. I have noticed a big improvement in…read morethe program regarding making it easy and convenient for parents. If it rains, instead of cancelling practice and leaving parents scrambling to pickup their children early, Coach Ken's staff will watch the kids and do soccer if there is an indoor space available so normal pickup time is not disrupted. If school has a minimum day, Coach Ken's program will hold practice earlier right after school gets out. Coach Ken also has soccer 1-day clinics on school holidays (half day or full day) which can be signed up for just a day or two in advance. This makes it very easy to have the kids get exercise and get off their screens on those school holidays. Coach Izzy is especially dedicated and good with the kids.

This is our first season with Coach Ken and Coach Dorothy and we're big fans. We have tried Soccer…read moreShots and a few other options here in the Peninsula but Coach Ken & Coach Dorothy are by far the best! Big thanks to his coaching staff and especially to Coach Jay! Coaching involves more than designing plays for free kicks or creating team formations. Coaching, especially at the youth level, involves accepting a huge responsibility as you are basically in a position of trust as parents put their kids in your care. The youth soccer coach wears many hats. Jay, in particular: 1) communicates positively 2) teaches soccer fundamentals 3) reviews soccer rules 4) directs kids in games 5) provides a safe environment 6) helps kids develop character (learning, caring, being honest and respectful, and taking responsibility) I hope Coach Ken and the management team can promote Coach Jay for going so far above and beyond a parent's expectations of service quality! Lastly, thank you to Ken and Dorothy for all that you do for our Community! We are grateful!

We've done mvla shooting stars, AYSO schoolyard, U6 and U8 and rising stars and future Stars…read more Red Star is hands down the best for pre competitive. Super low ratio of professional coaches to kids. Monday practice is 4 kids and 1 coach! MVLA shooting stars has a bajillion kids and it's run by one adult who directs a bunch of middle school and high school kids to coach the kids. AYSO is volunteer run and your experience will vary greatly depending on who your coach is. Unfortunately for us the only good coach we've had is us. Go to Red Star!

Tedious and excessive practice schedules, constant location changes, rude and arrogant staff: an…read moreavoidable nightmare.

A great indoor facility. There were 4 different boys basketball teams practicing. During peak…read morehours, have to park a bit far away.

Good arena for organized sports. We play indoor soccer here. I have seen adult and middle school…read morebasketball Played here. Often too cold or too hot so dress accordingly, and bring a chair if you want to sit.

Awesome camp! My kids had a wonderful time and the coaches really know how to treat them well :)read more

From the owner: Our goal is simple, to improve the overall basketball ability of all the players we coach while…read moremaintaining the significance of good sportsmanship and character throughout sports. We are much more than just a basketball program, we focus on creating well rounded players, players that play with 110% and line up to shake hands with their opposition regardless the outcome of each game.

The World Dodgeball Society (WDS), the premier co-ed sports and social organization based on…read morenostalgia and camp of the 80s, is COMING BACK to Palo Alto. The Palo Alto adult co-ed league will be kicking off their season May 12th and playing every Saturday for an eight week season. The league is held at Cubberley Community Center - GYM A at 1pm or 2pm, with teams carrying a roster of no more than 20 people (minimum of five girls). Open gyms ($5 to play) will be held on Saturday April 14th, April 21st & April 28th from 1pm to 3pm - open to all adults (21 years and older) interested in trying it out. No experience is necessary and leagues are played with soft no-sting balls, making it a fun adult sport for all skill levels. New-to-dodgeball players can learn the rules on the first day of the season or at the open gyms. Full teams, small groups and individuals are encouraged to join. The cost for the season is $55 per person, which includes weekly 50-minute games, a sweet league t-shirt and the chance to meet some awesome people. WDS also offers leagues throughout Los Angeles, Illinois, Maryland, Mississippi and New York, on varying weeknights, for both beginners and hardcore players, all followed by the opportunity to socialize with fellow players at local sponsoring pubs. Cubberley Community Center - GYM A is located at 4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303. For more information, please visit: http://dodgeball4ever.com/ or email: jayboogie@dodgeball4ever.com

I found WDS through Yelp and am glad I went! I joined the league and am looking forward to spending…read moremy Saturdays hitting people with my balls. It's a very friendly group that appreciates players of all skill levels so long as you're willing to have fun.

Coaches Amit, Martin and Devin are just awesome! Our son fell in love with basketball after…read morestarting to practice with Amit around two years ago. He is looking forward for every practice and always excited to go. Amit and the team really know how to engage the kids and provide important tools to succeed in the game, with no compromises. Highly recommended!

Amit and Marty have a hands on approach to coaching--instilling passion and integrity into each…read morepractice. Our son started with BasketOn over the summer and the improvement in his skill and athletic stamina in this short time is a testament to this type of coaching style. We recommend BasketOn for anyone who wants the experience of being on a true team and learning what it means to try harder, all the time.

This is a place I have been visiting since childhood. I grew up nearby and attended Covington…read moreJunior High, and we often biked to this park as kids. As we move beyond our teenage years into our 20s and beyond, we start to cherish vivid memories of our past. If you're looking for a great spot to take a leisurely walk, not far from the preserve, where you can enjoy the laughter and cries of people and children, I highly recommend Shoup Park. It's a peaceful and serene place to escape and unwind.

A small park near Los Altos downtown with playground, shaded grassy picnic area surrounded by big…read moreredwood trees, public restroom, event hall and a short walking trail. It's located next to Redwood Grove Nature Preserve, there is a trail connected both parks. The barbecue grill area is quite new and spacious. The grill, sink and tap water are all well-maintained. Ample of free parking.