I came to Gibson Park on a Saturday morning to play basketball with some co-workers and we had a…read moreblast. The indoor basketball courts are brand new and beautiful. There's plenty of parking on the side of this magnificent recreation center. There's plenty of water fountains with cold water to drink from or maybe fill up an empty water bottle. The restrooms are clean and have plenty of space. The staff here are very welcoming and are always available to answer any questions you may have. Our group did not have a basketball and one of the staff members was nice enough to walk over to a storage room and we got the opportunity to choose one of many indoor basketballs that were available. I think they also have volleyball tents that you can set up in the middle of the basketball courts if you want to play volleyball. These basketball courts are air conditioned and in my opinion the A/C was at the perfect temperature setting. It wasn't too cold or too hot making it pleasant while playing the game. In between games there's brand new bleachers available to sit and rest. As soon as you walk inside and you look to the left there's a gym with new equipment if you're interested in lifting some weights. Overall a great experience at Gibson Park. This park is definitely a gem. I'm glad we have recreation centers like this in Miami. Will defiantly come back to play basketball here in the future. Thank you Gibson Park for being so beautiful. I encourage everyone to come here and get there fitness on. I believe they also have a pool and there's a track and a nice football field. This place is huge.

This park is very direct and to the point. It is not in the best of areas though. There is limited…read morestreet parking available and a private lot. There is also an olympic sized pool and library right behind it. There are benches that you can sit on right as you enter the park from the street and a grassy area to play on. There is a playground that has the ground lined with artificial grass. There is a huge artificial turf football field that can be used to play soccer or kickball is very nice. The park has a covered pavilion that looks like it can be used as a stage or something. The field, which is in front of the stage, is kind of small, but can be used to sit and watch a concert or play some catch. There are some picnic tables around the park. This a a decent park that has many amenities and is relatively well maintained. You can do a lot worse to satisfy your recreational wants.

Wow, what a spot. Located right on the river - so you can watch all the boats sail by. Awesome…read morespot.!!! Here is some info about this wonderful area - Named after the Cuban patriot and poet who devoted his life to the idea of liberating his country, Jose Marti Park is a 1.7 acre green space along the Miami River, just minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown Miami. Popular with locals and visitors of all ages looking for a quick escape, the park features a public riverwalk that runs the length of its grounds with benches where you can read a book and watch boats float by. Recreational Activities Among the park's recreational features are indoor and outdoor basketball courts, an indoor gym, recreation building and picnic tables. Younger visitors can play in the park's large playground, which features a variety of structures for climbing, swinging and sliding, plus a covered play area and a grassy field for kickball and other games. Pool & Water Aerobics A six-lane, 25-meter pool at Jose Marti Park is the ideal spot for lap swimmers, with some or all lanes dedicated to lap swimming at various times throughout the week. There's also a learn to swim program and water aerobics classes. Yoga & Community Activities In need of a little centering after a hectic day? Drop in for free yoga classes held Tuesdays on a first-come, first-serve basis. The park also offers other community-based activities like after-school programs and summer camps.

José Martí is considered to be a Cuban national hero. Many parks and monuments throughout South…read moreFlorida are named in his honor. He was a poet, revolutionary philosopher, journalist, translator, professor, publisher, and author of "Cultivo Una Rosa Blanca" . He dedicated his life to the promotion of liberty and political independence for Cuba. His death during a battle against Spanish troops at the Battle of Dos Ríos was used to rally people to the cause of the independence of Cuba from Spain. The land the park is on has a lot of history. This area was used by the Tequesta people around 400 AD. In 1982 while developing the park, underneath I-95, an ancient Tequesta camp was discovered. Pottery shards, shell tools, arow heads, and a woman's grave were excavated. In 1959 Fidel Castro took over Cuba transforming it into a communist state. Refugees began fleeing the island for Miami. In 1980, 4,000 Cuban political refugees who fled Cuba during the Mariel boat lift took refuge in a tent city here for two months. On October 27, 1984 the park opened and was dedicated to José Martí. The park is located directly on the historic Miami River where today you can enjoy stunning views as the boats sail by. Park amenities include a public pool, playground, outdoor fitness equipment, basketball court, picnic tables, and a community center offering summer and winter camps, and youth and teen programs. The park also has a bust of José Martí donated to the city by Cuba in the 1950s. José Martí park is part of the Miami River Greenway, a 6.2 mile trail that begins at Bayfront Park and ends at NW 24th Ave. The trail links neighborhoods, businesses, cultural attractions, historic sites, and nine public parks along both banks of the Miami River.

Great club, lots of fun, the girls love it and they can't wait to come back for more. The coaches…read moreare fun caring and all about making the kids have a good time. Winning is not the number one priority like most volleyball clubs.

My daughter went to wave, she had fun. But my opinion is different. First they don't allow you to…read morewatch the training. I didn't have a problem with that. I don't think the girls should have the distraction. But I never heard from them ever again after I had my daughter in the training. That was the end of it, they only collected the payments. After the season I foolishly put my daughter in the tryouts. Which was in 2024 and never heard from them again. I don't even know how my daughter did. Was there other things I could have done to help her be better. I will never know. I am writing this to help other parents. It's a good program, they bring coaches from Europe. But they won't tell you how good your child is.

Good family friendly and competitive environment for Volleyball. Coaches are knowledgeable and care…read moreabout their players.

Miami Hype is a great facility for volleyball, with solid courts and a good overall setup for…read moreplayers and tournaments. However, the lack of A/C makes it very uncomfortable, as players are competing in such heat during long events, and either adding air conditioning or bringing in more fans would make a big difference. Seating is also limited so bring a chair. Parking is also a challenge, as there isn't enough space to accommodate tournament traffic. It also floods when it rains.

Miami Elite offers a supportive environment for athletes of all ages led by an experienced and…read moreprofessional team. Our daughter has improved her times and fitness level significantly and made lasting friendships because of the coaches at Miami Elite. We recommend This team for any family interested in exploring track or cross country.

The best 8 Vs 8 League in Miami is definitely played here. Great quality players, great quality…read moreenvironment for games, BBQ's and even the FIFA Games on XBox... Ideal for parents with kids, as it offers a safe, gated area. I recommend it to all the soccer lovers.

The latest addition to the Mid-town business boom is the new outdoor soccer facility, Soccer Town…read more The facility boasts 3 artificial turf fields that can accommodate 5 on 5 play or even 6 on 6. Sometimes they combine all three fields for 8 x 8 play. They're open for league play of all levels and they've got pick up sessions too. The staff is super friendly and they encourage co-ed play and all skill sets. They have a Facebook page too that keeps you informed of discounted pick up times. Located just up the street from Enriqueta's. If you see me there, let it be known that I like the ball whenever I call for it and I'll want some elbow room to perform my bicycle kicks without obstruction.

A great community resource... if you can access it…read more The park and pool's website information has not been updated. Hours and cost information listed online are not correct. The pool is lovely and well-maintained. You can swim laps, paddle around, or take swimming lessons at different times of the day. I tried to use the pool a couple of times during the day but wasn't able to because it was either mysteriously closed or had no public access - swim lessons were being given. The changing rooms are a bit... Spartan and rustic - nothing but a few benches in a concrete box. Do not go by the hours listed online. You have to physically go to the pool and look at the noticed posted at the pool entrance. (see photo) The price online is also wrong. The fact that it is late June and the Recreation Center sill has a lit Christmas tree in the lobby lets you know that oversight and management is nearly non-existent. If they don't have the leadership to pack a Christmas tree in a box, then certainly don't expect the website to show current information.

What a sweet little pool in the heart of Downtown/Brickell! Right on the Miami River, you can watch…read morethe boats go by as you swim your laps. And at only $3 per adult, it's a steal! I was worried they wouldn't take credit cards since it's such a low fee, but they do. The pool didn't feel like a typical 25 yard length, so I asked the lifeguard and he says it's a 33 meter pool. Bear in mind as you plan your workout. Pool has five or six lanes and is flanked by bleachers and some very basic changing room/shower facilities. Lap swim hours (pictured) are pretty extensive Monday through Friday. Less so Saturday and Sunday but still workable. I came in the middle of a work day and had a lane to myself.

While exploring Coral Gables I stumbled upon this cute park named in honor of Coconut Grove…read morecommunity activist, Esther Mae Potts Armbrister. Esther Mae was of Bahamian descent and although diminutive in size, she had a powerful personality. Her trademark phrase was "I may not be right all of the time but I'm never wrong.'" Esther Mae was a presence at city hall city hall where she led a successful campaign to renovate a local park and to have sections of west Grove designated as historic. She is credited with the creation of historic markers for the cemeteries where Bahamian and African American settlers of Coconut Grove were buried. She also worked to preserve the turn-of-the-century clapboard house owned by Mariah Brown, an early immigrant from the Bahamas. From 1947-1953, she was president of St. Albans Day Nursery, where mothers could receive day care for $1.25 per week. History was her passion and she often shared it with local schoolchildren. She also liked to keep local politicians on their toes. Esther Mae passed away at the age of 81 in 1997 while in the midst of writing a history book. Esther M. Armbrister Park is a testament to Esther Mae's legacy of dedication to her community. The 4.4-acre City of Miami park includes a community center, baseball and football fields, tennis and basketball courts, a playground, and exercise equipment. Plans are moving forward for the 10 million dollar Armbrister Park New Community Center Improvements project consisting of the demolition of the aging existing community center building and the construction of a new 10,000 square foot two story facility and an outdoor pavilion. The center will include sports equipment storage, classrooms for after-school programs, a technology room, a kitchen, meeting rooms, restrooms and an outdoor pavilion. It will also serve as an outreach center during hurricanes or other natural disasters. Armbrister Park has long been a central gathering point for sports and recreation in Coconut Grove. The new center's design will reflect the cultural and architectural traditions that have defined this neighborhood by using Caribbean and Bahamian-style architecture. Great things are coming to this neighborhood, just the way Esther Mae would have wanted.

Armbrister park is located on the same block as George Washington Carver elementary/middle school…read more(Hornets Represent!) and across from the City of Miami Fire Department (off Grand Ave and Jefferson). It has been renovated and now includes a full turf football field and goals for soccer that I think can only be used if participating in a league. There's space to park along the park on Jefferson Street although I'm not sure that it's legal parking (watch for your car to avoid being towed). You could also opt to pay for parking on Grand Ave. There's a playground next to the field and enough field space (as well as bleachers) outlining the actual football field so it's a great spot to take your kids out to play catch, kick a ball around, etc.. I'm happy this park is around, can't wait to see how it is to play my Sunday coed soccer leagues here!