We have both of our children enrolled (5 and 3). Our five year old is in private classes and our 3…read moreyear old is in a group class. The kids are making incredible progress in the pool. They have a wonderful time and look forward to each lesson. I can't recommend this safe, friendly and knowledgeable school enough. Our daughter's private instructor, John is just incredible. First, she has the same instructor each lesson. He has formed such a bond with her. She trusts him and really has a wonderful smile on her face the whole time (even after coughing a little from the water). Her confidence and skills are growing day by day. The group classes are also stellar. Don't be turned off by the "group" part. The ratio is kept down to 3 to 1 and each kid gets plenty of solo instruction. They are given appropriate breaks and then it back out with an instructor to learn more. Our son has a warm smile on his face the entire time. His skills have grown leaps and bounds. If you're looking for classes for your kids this school is definitely worth taking a look at. At first we thought it was a little expensive (and compared with schools like 'The Connection" it is, but the results are completely worth it. They run a safe, friendly and fun school all while being focused on developing real skills.

The best aquatic place for kids! My kids are 2.5 and 3.4 years old. We took them to different…read moreswim lessons in other places but they have made the most progress in this one. The instructors are amazing and they take away their fears immediately! We love it. Thank you guys!!

Yes, I signed a cancellation policy. However, if there's anything I thought businesses learned…read morethrough this pandemic was that we have to remain flexible within reason. People's comfort levels change based on new information that keeps coming out regarding COVID. I was so happy when I found an affordable option of swim classes for baby & me. However, I should've listened to the reviews on Yelp. The classes were good. However, now that COVID cases have started to rise pretty high again. This strain seems to be hitting very young kiddos a little harder. So, I asked if I can wait to do the next round of parent child classes until case numbers go down again. They don't take any COVID precautions and my child is unvaccinated. They said no... The only thing I can do is "ask the instructor to wear a face shield" (it's not a private class, there are other people). So this means I have to choose between possibly getting sick or wasting my money. I was definitely planning on being a repeat customer, but not anymore. I'll take my business elsewhere, even if I have to pay more.

The instructor cancelled the class citing water temperature issues, but the swim school management…read morerefused to offer a credit or arrange an alternate class, claiming it was not their responsibility. If they are not liable for the facility, that should not excuse the cancellation of classes without proper resolution. The teacher often arrives late, and again, they claim no liability. Water temperature is inadequate -- still, they take no responsibility. Honestly, it's hard to understand what they are actually accountable for.

We just discovered this swim team/school and we are extremely happy with it. Our daughter has been…read moreswimming for a year and has not been able to dive. We came here and in 3 days Luis and his coaches were able to make her lose her fear of diving. NJ Sea Dragons recently opened and after being in many swim schools throughout the year, I highly recommend this swim school over any others. They break down every stroke to teach the little details and they work on endurance during every practice. Luis is a USA swimming professional coach and his team is excellent. If you are interested in your kids swimming professionally, give them a try!!

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This swim school is exceptional. The wonderfully diverse staff truly cares, and the enthusiasm they…read moreshow in their work is evident in how much my children have learned. (We've used two other swim schools for significant periods of time, and my oldest still couldn't swim.) The young man who manages the pool on Friday nights is a GEM. I've seen him hop in the pool to give a student extra help, calm a crying baby, and assist a student with special needs. He's kind, upbeat, and dedicated, which sets the tone for the teachers and lifeguards. The set up is also perfect for families. Having private dressing rooms doesn't seem like a big deal, but at other swim schools, I was unable to take my oldest (a boy) into the women's locker room with me. It was a definite issue. My husband and I love this place. My kids love this place. I'm happy to give my money to a business with a top notch staff invested in the success of their students.

You see Goldfish swim school all over the country, so they must be doing something right. My 4 year…read moreold boy with a very short attention span has been taking lessons once a week since August 2023. A lesson is 30 minutes long and there is usually one instructor teaching 4 kids and the last 5 minutes the instructor gives the parents the update. So technically, each kid gets about 6 minutes per lesson. Just like learning everything else, if you want your kids to do well, you have to then practice during the week. The staff is always nice and helpful. His instructor is very patient and is very good with kids and getting them to do things. The pool is heated and lessons are all year round. I don't have any complaints but just know your kids are only getting about 6 minutes per week. You just have to be patient and teach your kids on the side. They will get there eventually.

I love the facility. I've been a member for about 5 years. But the swim team, I cannot understand!…read moreMy kid attended the July try out. It's the end of August and I'm still waiting on an answer. Some kids have gotten an answer and have paid their dues to be on the swim team already. Why wasn't everyone given an Answer the same day? Makes me feel like there's some type of favoritism going on especially since my kid did very well for last years try out and didn't make the team. Makes me wonder if there's any black kids on team at all.

If you are a senior do not go this YMCA. If you have Medicare you can go to any other YMCA in the…read morearea through your insurance. I went there to take a water class today. After the class they told me I can longer come here unless I have a paid membership. I have national wide coverage but this YMCA refuses to honor that. I just wanted to take just one class and they said I have to pay full membership. They could still get paid if they went through the insurance. But they rather take money directly from member not understanding seniors are on low income budget. This was very disheartening because I really loved the class. So beware nationwide is not for this particular YMCA.

Very attentive to the needs of young first-time swimmers. Although the instructors, frankly, don't…read morelook like avid swimmers, they do seem well-conversant in the techniques of teaching new young swimmers how to feel comfortable in the water. They are also very nice and patient.

My toddler went here for 2 years. 2 years of being swished around in the water without actually…read morelearning how to swim. My kids now goes to another local swim school and dontchaknow, they are actually learning to swim! While my kid didn't learn to swim at Kristies, my wallet is a lot less bulky now. Save yourself and your small child's time and find a place that teaches swimming, not just being dragged around the water.

Love this place. Very spacious, machines, weights, and treadmills are always available. Yes…read moresomeitmes it gets packed in the middle of the day but at night or early in the morning their is no problem working out. They have a basketball court, pickleball court, rock climibing walls, swimming pools inside and outside. Also have sauna and steamrooms. Locker rooms are clean and staff are helpful. I don't ever have an issue finding parking. Yes, it's pricey but they offer a lot for people and having an outdoor pool with plenty of places to sit and relax is nice in the summer time.

They've done it again! Basketball court has been close since March 22 for 'renovations' and the…read morepickleball courts are closed too. It's now the end of April, and as you might have guessed, the Life Time which can never finish any maintenance work, has once again failed to deliver.

Brian was my daughters instructor who never stepped foot behind the wheel. she was taking the…read moredriving test the very next day. he was patient and started from scratch with her and she ended up passing the driving test. he's the type of instructor that loves his job, pays attention to detail and TEACHES patiently.

Great experience for my son. Edison was great with him. He enjoyed his experience. Easy to…read morework with. They did everything for him.