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!!

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.

Total Scam..!! I rarely write reviews, but after several weeks with Starfish I feel obligated to…read moreshare my experience: lessons were repeatedly canceled--often on short notice--after full prepayment, the instructor changed nearly every week with limited experience and no continuity in the curriculum, and my requests for credits or make-goods for missed sessions were declined. Communication was slow and inconsistent (emails went unanswered and phone messages weren't returned), rescheduling options were limited to inconvenient times, and no proactive solution was offered despite the disruptions. The constant turnover meant each lesson restarted from scratch, undermining progress and value. Based on this pattern of cancellations, inexperienced rotating incompetent instructors, and refusal to credit missed sessions, I cannot recommend Starfish.

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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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.

Shout out to coach Anthony who has helped my daughter SWIM! Her first day, she did not get into the…read morepool. She was scared of the deep end and was unsure of her surrondings. Anthony stuck by her side, letting her pour water on his head. By week two, she was in the water, but scared. She held onto him for dear life, but Anthony was patient and kind. Now, at week 4, she is JUMPING into the water with the biggest smile. I cannot wait to see how the next 4-8 weeks go! Thank you Coach Anthony!

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.

It's the best of Y's, and it's the worst of Y's…read more The Great Stuff The customer-facing staff is amazing. They are probably the only reason many people stay. The facilities are top-notch. Everything is clean, well-maintained, and updated. The courses are great, and the teaching staff is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The Not-So-Great Stuff One other reviewer already mentioned the mystery busses that show up every so often and randomly disgorge mobs of teenage boys at the front door (who in turn fill the fitness room beyond capacity). I once submitted a proposal that the members simply be alerted the day before this happens so that they can plan; I never received an acknowledgement. The facility hosts swim meets, and when that happens you can forget about finding a place to park. I have no idea why they don't direct swim meet vehicles to park in one of the nearby YMCA lots for the day. If you do show up on a swim meet day, be prepared to make a slow Odyssean drive through the various areas of the parking lot before realizing that you won't be working out that day. I don't like that they charge extra for some classes. This place isn't cheap -- you can look up the membership prices on the website. It strikes me as a little mean to charge retirees who just want to learn how to play pickleball an extra $100.

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.

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.

Love this gym . Very spacious , machines always available . Big parking lot, nice sparead more

pretty good gym I like the machine selection they have it's a shame kenvil went under but this…read morelocation and the one in mount olive are the best

Great staff, clean equipment, very organized. Coming from the closed florham park retro fitness…read more Very satisfied.