The teachers here are phenomenal and the small class sizes made such a difference for my child! We…read morelove it and are so happy we made the switch.

The academics here are no more rigorous than public school. They lack the foundation of a higher…read moreeducation school and provide no extra academics in terms of a higher tier education and when pressed for a curriculum they said it's been passed down from teacher to teacher but could not provide any evidence of higher education planning. There is high turn over with in the staff and the board has a problem with being transparent and upfront with the parents. The atmosphere of the student body is very clicky and heavy with favoritism which might be the reason for a bullying epidemic there. The cost to benefit just isn't there when you are literally getting the same education in the public school system. This school started out strong when it was first built but over the past 5 years it has really gone down hill while its tuition increased due to the population growth in the area.

We received a field trip packet from Sierra Nevada Journeys- children are only permitted to…read moreparticipate if their parents agree to allow Sierra Nevada Journeys to use images of their child for marketing and advertising. Soliciting children in this manner is so insanely immoral. Many parents are reluctant to post images of their children online due to predators, which any child-centered program should understand. For this program to suggest they're not being paid while essentially forcing a trade of free modeling in exchange for an experience is, again, immoral.

amazing staff and amazing campus they made my ryla…read moreexperience OUTSTANDING Nicole was awesome Colleen was the best counselor and kept us safe and she had such a kind heart and loving soul Noah was so sweet Liz was so chill and taught me a lot about nature Josh is funny and amazing AND THE FOOD WAS FAN FRIGGIN TASTIC They worked hard to assure we had the best experience possible and i am forever grateful thank you

Champion Martial Arts has been one of the best decisions we have made for our son. Over the span of…read morealmost a year, our son has built confidence in himself, in how he handles tough situations, and has become stronger and more focused too. Sensei Ryan, Ms. Sam and the staff there have all taken the time to invest in every kid and make them feel welcomed, heard, and safe. I am very grateful for them and all they do.

Sensei Ryan at Champion Martial Arts is simply incredible. Beyond teaching self-defense, he…read moreenriches lives with wisdom, confidence, discipline, and fun. Watching my kids learn from him has been one of the most enriching experiences as a parent. Our childrens' confidence has soared, and we've all found something we love. Champion Martial Arts is not only great for kids but also a fantastic family activity. Plus, they throw the best birthday parties!

Becca is great with our autistic twins. She is patient with them and kind. If we had to drive three…read morehours to have swim lessons with her we would do it. We would recommend her to anyone for swimming, climbing, skiing lessons.

We can't recommend Becca enough! She has been our son's swim instructor for the past year. Our son…read morelikes the water, but he lacked the safety techniques. Becca made him a safe swimmer and improved all of his skills. Specifically, Becca used various, innovative techniques to encourage our son to try new things and eventually swim on his own. She tailored his swim lessons to accommodate his busy nature! We can't say enough positive things about Becca. We also received status newsletters that explained our son's strengths, improvements, and plan going forward. Our son looked forward to his time with Becca and will miss her greatly.

We signed our daughter up for a one week camp during spring break, they built their own car out of…read morepipes and "traveled" to New York, Hawaii, and a few other places. She had a great time!

From the owner: Challenge Island is a hands-on, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) program for…read morekids ages 4-15! We do after school enrichment classes, in-school field trips, school break camps, birthday parties and more! Whether you are a parent looking for active enrichment for your child, taught by licensed educators, or you work with children and are looking to bring this program to your population, we’ve got something for you! Contact us today!

First thing, I've been climbing at this gym for quite a while. I like going here specifically for…read moretop roping, since it's one of the best spots in Reno to top rope, and the bouldering is quite competitive. A big highlight for this gym is what they do for their members and the events they have. There is an online sign-up sheet on the website and a calendar that lets you know the free climb nights. There is a limit for free sign-ups (day pass) after the limit, it's a discounted price. Stop by on a free climb night check and see if rockclibing is a sport you want to pursue! Great staff and people always there to help and support .

I am not a climber but do have some punch passes to drop in. We have taken our daughter to do some…read moreof the bouldering and it's nice they have the levels for kids to start out with. She has also done a day camp prior and that was a great experience from a parent perspective. She overall had fun but was nervous since it was a new sport. I have used the exercise equipment as well, which is good but it can be busy because the focus are the climbing walls with the supplement. They offer group classes as well. I have not done them yet, but my plan is to do some of the Yoga. I like that they are community inclusive. There are different nights at the gym and there have been events where there are local vendors showcasing their products.

One of the best camps we've been to. They offer plenty of fun activities, and the trail guides and…read morestaff are always great. Our school has been coming to Grizzly Creek for a few years now, and we consistently leave impressed. That being said, our very first visit a few years back was a little rough. Some of us stayed in a yurt with no electricity, and I definitely would not recommend that unless you enjoy freezing to death. Thankfully, aside from the yurts, all the cabins have heating, a private bathroom, and even a small separate room for cabin counselors, which I really appreciate. I also love that each cabin has its own sink, so mornings run a lot smoother when everyone is getting ready. The mess hall is spacious, and I like that there are two of them. When multiple schools are there at the same time, it's nice having your own designated area. I also really enjoy the educational programs, activities, and camp songs. The food is always delicious, and I genuinely appreciate the overall structure and organization of the camp. Huge shoutout to Nina, the night staff, because she works so hard and is always available with a friendly smile. This wasn't our first time here, and it definitely won't be our last.

We recently stayed at Sierra Nevada Journeys for a school field trip, and overall it was a mix of…read moresome really nice moments and some things that were honestly hard to overlook. Our cabin (Red 3) itself was actually nicer than other camp-style cabins we've stayed in, and it stayed warm the entire time, which was important because it was very cold that weekend. But there were a few things that made it less comfortable than expected. The lighting was extremely dim compared to other cabins our friends were in, and the heating unit, while effective, was very loud when it kicked on and would wake several of the girls up throughout the night. The biggest issue for us though was that our cabin didn't have showers. After a long, cold day, a lot of the girls didn't want to go out in the rain and snow just to shower, which is understandable. It seems like some cabins do have them, so I really wish that was more consistent across all cabins. During the day, the weather was cold enough that the kids really needed chances to warm up, but there were moments where that didn't feel supported. One of the leaders came across a bit harsh the entire time we were then even when the kids asked to go back to the cabins to warm up, which was tough to watch given how cold it was. I ended up grouping kids together so they could go warm up when needed. I also really wish there had been something warm available for them to drink like hot chocolate or tea, which was only for adults per the sign. Having only cold drinks in that kind of weather just didn't feel like enough. The food was another area that didn't quite meet expectations. We had heard great things about more homemade-style meals, but what we experienced felt pretty basic. One meal in particular, the pickle zested chicken tenders, didn't go over well at all and a lot of kids didn't eat much. It seemed like a missed opportunity, especially for a group of active kids who needed something warm and filling. Also, every meal we had was cold it would have been nice if they had heat lamps to keep the food warm until it got to our tables. One thing that also stood out was that one of the yurt areas we saw didn't appear to have nearby restrooms or sinks, which raised some questions about convenience for those staying there. Helpful tip: If you're booking here, it's worth asking ahead about your specific cabin setup, especially whether it includes showers, and planning accordingly for colder weather. There are definitely some positives here, especially the setting and some of the cabin features, but there were enough challenges during our stay that it made the experience feel a bit uneven overall.

This is an educational camp. Kids are kept safe while learning about nature and the environment…read more Outstanding staff, outstanding activities. Naturalists are San Juan Unified School District teachers, and counselors are often area students. Summer programs offer a variety of options for all kinds of kids from basketball camp, art camp to Venture camp for older kids (and many more). If you are looking to send your child to a real summer camp (not one of those fancy summer hotels), with rustic accommodations, and lots of fun, this is the place!

I spent 8 summers here and had the time of my life! Adventures, hiking, boating, new friends, self…read moreesteem building, and all kinds of fun summer camp activities while being safely supervised. The staff really focuses on safety!! The kids learn while on hikes, etc. but the focus is on enjoying the outdoors.. There's something for everyone at Camp Winthers! I highly recommend it!