I am in Xcel gold and had progressed A LOT since Xcel bronze. This specific coach, Kristie…read moreBrosworth is AMAZING! She helped me get to this level. This is my first year in Xcel gold. Kristie said that I was good enough for Xcel platinum. I have all the requirements for it. If she wasn't coaching me, I don't know who would

Some coaches do not wear socks or shoes, making it very unsanitary and gross. I would prefer if the…read morecoaches wore shoes, or at least socks to make the classes more sanitary

This gym and the owners are amazing! I grew up in this gym, learning gymnastics, strength, bravery,…read moreand courage. I went here for 14 years, doing team for 10. I've "retired" from gymnastics now, but I wish I lived close enough to take my own daughters here. I did gymnastics on the same team as the current owner and she's not just an amazing gymnast, but a great person. When I reached out with a gymnastics question -- about a challenge I was having with my girls' current gym -- she was quick to respond and provided great advice. I recommend Talya and Hampshire Gymnastics school without reservation!

I saw a posting for an instructor here so I applied. I did gymnastics ages 3-15 and I taught for a…read moreyear or so. I had a great interview and the owner or whatever she is got my number and told me she'd be in touch. So 4 weeks go by and I heard nothing. I kindly follow up. Nothing. A month later, I see ANOTHER post from them that they are still actively looking for an instructor. I decide to kindly follow up again (3-4 weeks from last follow up) and nothing. I have all the qualifications that they are looking for and she seemed to like me in the interview. If she went with someone else it's basic decency to get back to me and tell me I didn't get the job. I don't see for what reason, but it's rude to just ghost someone when they didn't do anything wrong. It's rude and inconsiderate. Now I see why this gym has bad reviews. Don't go here.

The water aerobics classes are HATEFUL. Mean (elderly) women that do not welcome new people. They…read morehave been going for years and feel some sort of entitlement to the space. I alerted the front desk and managers, who are aware of what goes on, and they do nothing. It's absolutely bizarre. A whole gaggle of awful women that have found each other. Good for you, YMCA. Absolutely not a welcoming community.

Nice place lots of stuff to do and nice employees (despite what other reviews might say) only…read morecomplaint would be it's quite overpriced and getting a day pass is usually the more financially viable option

We just love the experience my grandson have experienced with the staff and providersread more

I'm really disappointed with how my daughter's party went at Pioneer Athletics. We had an amazing…read moreexperience in 2020 at her first birthday party here, so I was excited to come back. Also my daughters had attended classes for 4 years there.But this time, it was a whole different vibe. Chris was super helpful when we were setting up , but once the party started, Taylor took over and it was a complete flip . She was talking to the kids in a tone that was scolding. It felt like they were in trouble or something. It wasn't just the kids, she was short and rude with the grown ups too. I get it, safety first, but it's a birthday party, not boot camp! When we were trying to celebrate and have some fun, Taylor was stressing about everything and we were being treated like children. Even me, the person who paid for party was not allowed to touch pizza and cake without her basically blocking my access as if it was her very own personal pizza and cake. The worst part was when my daughter was sitting on her cousin's lap for the Happy Birthday song and Taylor scolded and embarrassed telling her to get off and sit down. My daughter looks so sad in all of her photos and videos in some pictures she's even visibly crying. What really bothered me was that we were paying customers, just like the VIP party that was coming next. We had paid for our time slot, and we were still within it. But despite that, the staff kept mentioning the upcoming VIP party, making us feel like we were being pushed out the door. Our business wasn't valued! I hope Pioneer Athletics takes this feedback seriously and works on making their parties more fun and less stressful. I want my daughter to have amazing memories of her birthday, not memories of a host yelling at her. This experience was a letdown, and it's unfortunate because there were 14 other kids at her party with their parents and they could have considered having their parties there or enrolling their children. However, they shared the same concerns as I did. Here are my suggestions: I think Pioneer Athletics should consider revising their party format to allow for a more relaxed and enjoyable experience. With the current timeframe for obstacles , everything felt rushed the kids didn't get much time in the ninja portion and that was the whole point. The kids were just getting into the activities when it was time to wrap up, and it's clear the host were stressed about getting everything done on timez. If they could offer longer party slots or more flexible scheduling, I think it would make a huge difference. That way, everyone could enjoy the celebration without feeling like they're being herded through activities and out the door. It's definitely something to think about if they want to create a more positive and memorable experience for their party guests.

My three and a half year old daughter started coming here a couple months ago as she is aging out…read moreof a place that offers classes for babies to the age 5 for socialization etc. She's very active and I thought it was a good time to incorporate gymnastics, been worth it! She loves it Mr Lazar you can tell works very hard to give as much attention to each child as possible along with Miss m who keeps the flow smooth and also will check in on the parents every once in awhile which is a subtle thing that as a mother I noticed and it goes a long way!!

We've had a great experience here for both of my girls. The staff are friendly and understanding,…read moreit's fun yet they learn a lot at the same time. It's clean and organized. Overall a wonderful place to enjoy!

We were visiting from out of town and my son wanted to practice to keep up with his team while on…read morevacation. The coaches and staff at Daggett welcomed my son to their boys team and allowed him to practice with them all week. Great gym!

From the owner: Daggett Gold Medal Gymnastics our programs are fun, safe, and developmentally sound. Come…read moreexperience the best for your child, because we treat all children like gold. At Daggett Gymnastics these words are more than a slogan. They direct everything we do as an organization. Daggett Gold Medal Gymnastics and Martial Arts provides a safe, healthy, and fun environment for your child. Our programs help all participants develop self-confidence and a positive self-image through accomplishments, and become the best they can be. We instill the basis for goal setting which helps children in gymnastics and martial arts as well as throughout their lives. At Daggett's we teach the value of strong physical and mental discipline within the gym. Come learn more about how Daggett's can be the best fit for your kids!

Wonderful gym. The coaches will help your gymnast meet their goals and will advance them quickly if…read morethey are ready! Wonderful office staff with great communication! Every coach has their own personality and are very committed to teaching the kids with professionalism.

Great gym. My daughter loves it. She has been going here for 3 years now. It's a great group of…read morecoaches and they are very attentive. The atmosphere demands focus from your child, but is very caring as well.

Being a really aggressive, type A personality, I have felt the urge to maul someone at least once a…read moreday since I was 4. Since middle school until the end of college I tried lifting weights, running competitively, dancing, cycling, hiking, every kind of yoga available in the valley (and that's a lot of yoga!), and a myriad of other group exercise classes including spinning, boot camps, kickboxing, step aerobics, and interval training, (sometimes attending 2-3 different classes per day), in attempt to take my edge off and feel normal. The result was: I got in moderately good shape, had a nice toned, lean body, learned about a lot of different facilities in the area, and even learned new moves and techniques that served me well, and still do from time to time. However, I was never able to use any of these outlets to push myself to the extent that I wanted to. I often became bored, and uninterested. I would leave my workouts feeling winded and sweaty, but unfulfilled, irritated, and still bubbling over with a fiery type of energy that made me want to crawl out of my skin. I would spend the rest of the day picking fights with everyone around me, and sometimes even throwing inanimate objects around my house. It wasn't until I joined PVCF, and started attending at least 3-4 workouts a week that this behaviour subsided. Now, not only are there less broken things, and cops showing up at my house, but I am stronger, leaner, and more nimble than I have ever been. I am learning new things, and improving a little more each day. Just yesterday, I was finally able to coordinate my feet well enough to climb a rope. A few weeks before that, something else clicked, and I got a little better at double-unders. For most, attending first WODs at PVCF is a new social situation where you don't know anyone, most of the moves and techniques are completely new to you, very challenging, and you have to perform in front of a room of beautiful, healthy strangers. Fortunately, self-confidence and humility you didn't even know you had will emerge from this experience, and make you a better person. Additionally, having to say "hi" to people you don't know on a daily basis, and learning their names will expand your social skills and community network. Learning where all of the equipment is, how to use it, how to efficiently set it up, and put it back will increase your assertiveness (as you have to ask those around you for tips and info, etc.) Going through the sometimes painstaking process of learning your numbers (the amount of weight you're lifting) keeping track of all of this and writing it down, knowing your reps, is all part of an empowering self indulgent experience that will be unlike any other part of your life. This is where you gain drive, motivation, and competitiveness that you might not have found within yourself before. As you can see, it's really a holistic fitness experience that rivals any other I've experienced here in the five college area. Not to mention there's convenient parking, gorgeous bathrooms and showers, plenty of equipment, room to put your stuff, and access to nutritional support. The management is constantly tailoring the schedule to fit members needs, and rearranging things to improve the space. Also, there are crazy stereotypes running around out there that crossfitters and crossfit trainers are just a bunch of jocks who think that crossfit is the be all end all of the world. This isn't true. Crossfitters are a diverse group of people including kids, tweens, artists, veterans, first responders, colleges students, and people of all shapes and sizes, and all fitness levels. If you are looking for a gym, definitely give it a try before automatically going up the street to BigBox Globo-Fitness, and bring a friend!

Pioneer Valley Crossfit is hands down the best gym I've ever worked out at. It my nine months at…read morePVCF I've added 220 lbs to my deadlift, 55 lbs to my squat, learned a number of new skills (olympic lifts, ring work), and can still run a mile in under seven minutes. Crossfit is many things. It's technical definition is "constantly varied, if not randomized, functional movements performed at high intensity." When I'm asked what crossfit is, I usually tell people it's a mixture of sprint work, gymnastics, and weightlifting. More than that though, it's a community. It's a group of people who are consciously saying no to plodding away on a treadmill at some globo-gym, never seeing the results they so desire. It's about finding within yourself the ability to do hard things and to relish in overcoming obstacles. It's a great gym, full of good, motivated, and supportive people.

Coaches are so sweet, My daughter who has sensory…read moreissues,(2) We just did our first summer program and she wasn't sure about it, but I talked to her coach that she's never had this type of class before and they worked with me and her! I can't wait to see my daughter enjoy a sport

My daughter has been attending Dunne's for over three years now. Right from the beginning we were…read morewelcomed by a caring, educated staff that put you at right at ease. The facility is well maintained. Parents have the option of viewing the practices from an upstairs viewing area. There are a variety of classes for ages / abilities including open gym nights on occasions. If I ever have a question, concern my emails and or phone calls are returned quickly. We've been very happy here.