My 10-year-old has been enrolled at Urban Youth Park for several months now, and he absolutely…read moreloves it! He's really into parkour, and the weekly program gives him a great mix of structured learning and active play. The instructors are friendly and knowledgeable, and I appreciate that they break the kids into smaller groups of about eight, which helps keep things more manageable. That said, with so many kids in the gym at once, it can get a bit chaotic. The instructors rotate frequently, which makes it harder to track individual progress, but on the plus side, it means my son gets to learn from different coaching styles. The staff is on the younger side, but they bring a lot of energy and enthusiasm, which keeps the kids engaged. One thing I really like is how they change up the course and layout every week and focus on different themes to keep things fresh and exciting. Overall, it's been a great experience, and my son always looks forward to going. A little more consistency with coaching would be nice, but if your kid is into parkour, this is a great place to train and have fun! They also offer a paid trial class and fee for open gym if you're interested in checking it out. They also have themed special events such as Fortnite Night, Minecraft, Ninja Warrior Night, etc. They also offer options for camp and focused clinics.

My kid loves coming to his mini ninja class! He looks forward to it all week and it's such great…read moreexercise. The coaches have all been really great, especially Coach Addison and Coach Nick. They are all very patient with my 4 year old son and work hard to keep the kids safe. The facilities look well kept and clean, especially from all the classes they have. This is a place I hope to bring my children to for a long time!

As a certified NAUI/CMAS/SSI Advanced SCUBA Diver, I am pretty "particular" with the Dive Shops I…read moredo business with as well as the Dive Training & Excursion Programs - for me it's all about the first-rate quality "experience" and safe/comprehensive instruction rather than the "product-push" centric focus shops I hate having to deal with (kind of like buying cars). So when I connected with Bil Gates (Bil it's one "L" real name no kidding) at Scuba Rite who is both Manager and Instructor of the local JAX Scuba Rite Shop off Belfort Rd, I was so pleased to know that he "gets it" and "gets me!" I love that Scuba Rite is very quality training focused and makes this the primary element of their business model. They are moving away from equipment sales and laser-focusing on their broad training curriculum of Courses towards Diver 1-4, Master Diver, Nitrox Diver and Instructor Diver Level Certifications. Moreover, Scuba Rite provides customers with a "try SCUBA" experience (single and couples) which allows first-timers to "get your feet wet" and safely explore the underwater world without full-certification. IMO, this is a great progression towards the full certification program (Diver 1). The best part of what Scuba Rite offers is the fabulous locations that they use for their training and excursion dives: Troy Springs, Fanning Springs, Blue Springs, Devils Den Springs and my personal favorite Ginnie Springs (where I completed my NAUI Openwater 1 Rec Diver Certification). I highly recommend Scuba Rite if you are looking for Dive Training & Excursion Programs that are first-rate in "experience" and instruction!

This was my first scuba experience ever and it was an awesome one. Bill Gates is an excellent…read moreteacher who know his stuff well. Not only is he very familiar with the dive spot(he's been diving there for over 20 years) but he definitey made the experience more comfortable and easy to learn. He is flexible with the schedule and takes his time going over every skill appropriately. I would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

Thompson Surf School came highly recommended from friends are experienced surfers. They treat…read moreeveryone with a calm demeanor and are motivated to get you upright and surfing. At first it was a little tricky but by the end of the session...you are surfing! I'm going to sign up for their surf camp. They give insight on the do's and don't s., on surfing the local beaches. I have the surfing bug now. I'm so happy with my experience with Thompson Surf School.

Great lesson! Easy to find, good communication, and a beautiful beach. The surf board was in great…read moreshape, surf lesson was clear and concise, just what I needed!! I had a wonderful time and being in my 60's, I didn't expect to get up on the board, but I did. Highly recommend

I would not recommend this swim instructor…read more I prepaid $475 for a package of 20 fifteen-minute swim lessons for my 4-year-old son because he was so excited to learn to swim. Unfortunately, it turned into an incredibly frustrating experience. Lesson after lesson was canceled, usually at the last minute. The reasons were consistently blamed on the weather, even on days when the radar was completely clear (I've included screenshots), or because the pool supposedly wasn't "hot and ready" despite the lessons being scheduled in advance. On one occasion, I had already arrived at her house before being told the lesson was canceled. The only full lesson my son received was one 15-minute session. During the second lesson, he was only in the pool for 6 minutes before it ended. In total, after paying for 20 lessons, my son spent only 21 minutes in the pool. When I requested a refund because the lessons were repeatedly canceled, I was initially told I would be refunded. Instead, I received less than what was owed. When I questioned it, I was told that "2 lessons is a different price than 20," even though the second lesson lasted only 6 minutes and wasn't even completed. The communication was unprofessional throughout the process. Instead of taking responsibility for the repeated cancellations, I was repeatedly told, "I make the call," regardless of the actual weather conditions. As a parent, the most disappointing part was watching my son get excited for swim lessons over and over, only to have them canceled at the last minute. We rearranged our schedules multiple times, drove to lessons, and still left without him getting the instruction we paid for. I understand that weather can occasionally affect outdoor swim lessons, and safety should always come first. However, the repeated cancellations, inconsistent explanations, incomplete lessons, and refund issues made this a very disappointing experience. I hope sharing this helps other parents make an informed decision.

I would not recommend this swim instructor based on my experience…read more I prepaid $475 for a package of 20 private lessons, but our experience was extremely disappointing. We received one full 15-minute lesson, then a second lesson that was cut short after only 6 minutes with a promise to make up the missed time. That makeup never happened because our scheduled lessons were repeatedly canceled. On other occasions, lessons were canceled because she said her pool wasn't warm enough, even though the lessons had already been scheduled for that day. There were multiple occasions when sessions were canceled due to weather even though there was no rain or lightning in sight and the weather radar was clear. On one occasion, she canceled our lesson more than an hour before it was scheduled to begin because of the forecast. I asked if she could wait until closer to lesson time to make that decision since the weather appeared to be clearing. By the time the lesson was scheduled to start, there was no rain or lightning. Despite that, she still said she had already decided not to hold the lesson. After I expressed my concerns, she offered a refund. However, out of the $475 I paid, she refunded only $388 for the one 15-minute lesson and one 6-minute lesson we actually received. I disagreed with the way the refund was calculated, especially considering the limited lesson time provided. Communication throughout this process was frustrating, and when I respectfully questioned the repeated cancellations or the refund amount, I found the responses dismissive and rude. The most upsetting part was seeing my toddler repeatedly disappointed after getting excited for his swim lessons, only to have them canceled. I now have to start over and find another instructor. If you're considering prepaying for a package of lessons, I encourage you to think carefully before doing so. Based on my experience, I found the service to be unprofessional, and I cannot recommend this instructor.

Thank you Matt, for the amazing dive at Devil's Den Spring. I had a fantastic time exploring the…read morecaves etc. I will definitely be back with my son and diving buddies soon to share in this awesome experience. Thanks again Mike Hollis

The FAST swimming program is a great way to learn how to swim and thrive instead of just surviving…read moreand really not knowing how to swim.. Ms. Linda is a great teacher and this swimming method is her life's work...I encourage anyone who is interested in learning more about swimming please contact her..

Want to learn to Scuba Dive? Need a Refresher Course? This…read moreis the only place I recommend. Fintastic Diving Adventures is an amazing Scuba Diving company that specializes in classes, certifications and trips for the whole family. I highly recommend them. Though based in Jacksonville, FL, they regularly hold classes in Atlanta. I've been scuba certified for over 30 years but I took a refresher course with Fintastic after being away from the sport for a while. The owner, Saffron, also taught my children to dive and we have traveled with her on more than 10 trips. Each one was organized, professionally done and tons of FUN. You can rent her gear for classes and trips or she can hook you up with your own gear at reasonable prices. Well known and respected in the diving industry, Saffron is a wonderful teacher with over 6,000 dives. Sitting on multiple Scuba Safety Councils, she is the person that professional divers recommend when asked for the name of a scuba instructor. Saffron's background in marine biology is a great help in identifying wildlife above and below the water. To top it all off.. Saffron is a nice person and I think nice matters. Apart from the group trips she arranges, she often accompanies private groups who want their own dive master with them on their trip. Check out their website !

Saffron is wonderful teaching kids and adults about marine life. Her background in marine life is…read morejust an add on bonus to your whole diving experience. Friendly service, very convenient and great pricing! Would recommend to all my family and friends.

The summer camp has been such a highlight! My kids come home every day excited, full of stories and…read morealready looking forward to the next day. There's always something fun and engaging planned and it's clear that a lot of thought goes into making sure the kids are not only entertained but also learning and building friendships.I'm so grateful for the peace of mind this place gives me. Knowing my children are safe, happy and well cared for means everything. I highly recommend Smitty's to any parent looking for a nurturing and fun environment for their kids!

Best learning center in town. Love the caring and friendly atmosphere and especially the quality…read morelearning experience. My granddaughter loves to go every morning! She is thriving here!