My newly seven year old granddaughter has been swimming really well since beginning at SwimQuest…read more She took a break during Covid when she was 2 1/2 - 5, but returned once she went to Kindergarten. Mr. Chris is very skilled in teaching as well as patient. I can't help believe that a great deal of my granddaughters success is the trust she has in her trainer and the feeling of caring for his students and his sincere commitment to their individualized progress, he demonstrates. The entire family is thrilled with SwimQuest.

Our son has been taking lessons at SwimQuest for a couple months. The facility and instruction are…read moretop notch. The facility is set up to be both kid friendly, but also peaceful and serene. The lessons are a bit more expensive than the other leading kids swim school, but there are fewer kids so it is not nearly as chaotic. The kids definitely get great instruction and learn to swim in no time. Our son is not yet 3 and can nearly swim on his own after the lessons that he received here. The only thing that is a little strange with their structure is that your time and instructor are not guaranteed from one season to the next, so if you like your time slot and want to keep it, you need to wait in line on sign-up day. The benefit is that everyone has an equal chance of getting their preferred time each season and if you don't get it one season you have a chance the next season. Also, you need to pay for the full season up front, which is a big expense compared to other swim schools where you pay monthly. All in all, we've had a great experience here and would highly recommend it to get you child swimming well.

Adult gymnastics is a lot of fun. Equipment is nice, but the real highlight is the instruction…read more They are so nice and enthusiastic about what they do.

I guess it's ok if you want your kid to have an activity. Our daughter enjoyed somewhat. Was there…read morefor a birthday but the smell is just not good and it's a bit dated.

A top quality gym and fitness center, complete with pools, indoor track, racket ball, free weights,…read morecardio machines, etc. Personal training and 2 hours of included child care per visit. There is a decent cafe to grab a bite to eat. The early childhood center ranges from part-time pre-school to full time care. There is even an after school program for kids in the local West Orange and Livingston school systems. Just a solid community center. The gym gets a touch too crowded at times, and all too often it feels like more of a social center than a fitness club.

I would strongly caution any parent--especially those with a child who has additional needs--before…read moreenrolling at JCC MetroWest. Our child was with the JCC metrowest for 18 months. Our child was incredibly blessed to have incredible teachers who loved and cared for our child during that time. Each classroom was truly filled with love and patience and I do not want the rest of this review to underscore those incredible teachers in my child's classrooms. With that said, As our child approached the age of 3, they received an autism diagnosis. The JCC metro west staff was notified of this diagnosis. 2 weeks after informing the staff of our child's diagnosis, our child was exited from the ECC program with less than 24 hours' notice. Regardless of the circumstances, giving a family less than a day's notice to find alternative childcare is incredibly disruptive and, in our experience, showed a lack of compassion and partnership. As parents, we trusted this program to work with us through challenges. Instead, we were left scrambling overnight to figure out childcare, work obligations, and next steps for our child. The emotional and logistical impact on our family was significant. What disappointed us most was not simply the decision itself, but how it was handled. Families deserve clear communication, transparency, and enough notice to make arrangements--especially when young children are involved. If your child has developmental differences or may require additional support, I encourage you to have detailed conversations about the program's ability and willingness to accommodate those needs before enrolling. Our experience left us feeling unsupported during one of the most difficult periods our family has faced. I hope the JCC reviews its policies and communication practices so that no other family experiences the same abrupt transition that we did.

I've been spoiled at certain times in my life…read more I was born in Southern California and spent my very young years living three blocks from the beach and a short drive from Disneyland. I got out of having to be in the band, chorus or orchestra in middle school because my mom was a PTA big shot and pulled some strings. Every time we drove up from Jersey to Penn State to drop me off at college, the same mom would stop at the beer distributor and pick me up a case of Yuengling. And The Chatham Club was the first gym I ever went to. But being spoiled doesn't always have its privileges. Every other gym is ruined for me because none can keep up with this place. I've been a member here three separate times in my travails in and out of living in this area, and every time they seem to have something new for the members. With my recent membership I noticed 3 stationary bikes with large screens attached to them. They aren't TVs but provide you the opportunity to ride virtual courses. Instead of just being told there's a hill by some LCD screen, you see the hill approaching with the ocean to your left. Very cool stuff. They have a huge assortment of treadmills, bikes, ellipticals and machines (a separate spinning studio also). Pretty much everything you could need is here and then some. If there's any sort of minor complaint, the free weight area is a little small and can get crowded if you go during a busy time, but it's not too bad. There are also 6 squash courts if that's your thing plus an aerobics studio, pilates and probably tons of other things I don't even know about. Just get off your butt and go already.

Been a member since I was born...well, at least since 1988 or so....that's correct, 1988…read more ...I play wide-court softball squash...is there any other squash ?..lol (primary reason) and use a fitness trainer (Iron Ryan !) This gym is (thankfully) not a cheap membership, but all equipment is top of the line and everyone, from towel guy to manager (long time friend, Darren Worts) is friendly and conscientious (did I spell that rite ?) Geoff Mitchell has been the squash pro for as long as I've been a member...just don't play him at pool, for money....or for that matter, any other hand-eye related sport ! Great place and the long time former (retired) manager, Chris Rutgers gets a real five star review ...mwah

This place is great. I was looking for a gym that had a variety of group classes and a place to…read morework out. Pure Energy is my new spot. Multiple rooms, great trainers, innovative and complex boot camps, combo spin / kickboxing / trx classes. Solid workouts everytime. They've figured out a way to combine the best of crossfit / bootcamps / studio classes and a well appointed weight room all in 1. Highly recommend - wish I found it sooner.

Strongly recommend! Was in town visiting family for a week+…read moreand signed up for a few early morning boot camp classes....exactly what I was looking for: intense workouts, compatible with all fitness levels, flexibility to attend any/all classes, easy sign-up/payment (online), just show up and they put us right to work. Perfect replacement gym while I was away from home; if I was living local, I'd be a member. If your schedule supports it, sign up for any of Christine's classes.....just be ready to work hard once you get there! See you guys next time I'm in NJ! -E

Nelson with Evolve is the best of the best! I'm a former college athlete and Nelson continues to…read moreimpress and educate me with his wealth of knowledge. He's a great motivator and also caring at the same time. Pick a great trainer like your life is on the line...because it is. You need to work with Nelson!

I've been going to Evolve for about a month now & I could genuinely say that I love it!…read more Cleanliness is important to me & the gym is spotless: weight area is well-organized, locker rooms are maintained, yoga studio is clean. They wash their aerial silks regularly. They offer classes that range from conditioning to yoga. I haven't done many conditioning classes as I'm slowwwwwwwwwly trying to get myself in shape. But I love their yoga studio downstairs.... & aerial yoga is SO much fun. The trainers and owners are all awesome... I've taken classes with Meg, Kristen, Marta, Conor Michael & Andrea. I think you have to try all of their classes just so you could find the trainer whose class best fits you. The owners greet me every time I walk in the door. The warm and friendly environment makes me feel comfortable in a place I usually feel intimidated. They offer trial classes/packages so don't miss out!

Just joined this gym couple of weeks ago after being a member of Summit YMCA for many years. This…read moregym is surprisingly large (from outside it looks like a tiny storefront in a strip mall). This is review for powerlifters since that's my general workout. I have no views of group classes or cardio machines (although there appears to be plenty of machines and different options available). They have 3 lifting platforms with olympic weights. Feels good to be finally able to do heavy deadlifts without worrying about the floor giving out (at Summit, they had some issues of the floor weakening since it was above the locker room floor). There are plenty of dumbells, pre-weighted ez bars and straight bars, and some hammer type machines (although I think the brad is different). They also have a full section of sled pulls, battle ropes, tire flip, etc. which is kind of fun and way I get my cardio in my workouts. I workout early in the morning and the gym is not that crowded. If you come about 30 minutes late, you may have to wait for a squat rack to open, but overall I never had to wait to use a lifting station. Others have mentioned the loud music, and I agree that they do turn up the music a bit too loud, but I usually have my sound absorbing headphones on and it doesn't bother me too much. Places like the YMCA is great if you need other facilities like swimming pools, basketball courts, etc., but for pure weightlifting, I think Fitness Factory is a great facility and price is much cheaper as well.

Great gym, great staff…read more But the gym has recently switched focus from providing exceptional service at a good price, to expanding and making more $$$. When I started coming here just over a year ago, the gym was always spotless, and members wants/needs were being met. The locker rooms are severely due for an upgrade. Residential appliances in the restroom, and a sauna that's consistently filthy with wooden panels coming up/missing. The steam room has been broken for years, and the lockers are cramped and awkward. Overall I love this gym and community, just wish whoever is in charge would take a little more care of the facilities given the price of membership.

Excellent Tennis Club and Fitness Center. Lessons for Beginners and Experts! Very Nice Facilities!read more

Wonderful hidden club with a full gym and locker room (all useable unlike most tennis clubs where…read morethe sauna/steam rooms are shut down). I have only come here for Penny Jung's Tennis parties on Friday nights from 8pm-12am. You are guaranteed 3 hours of doubles play (sometimes singles when it gets late and people leave) all for $40 and food!! Usually pizza and drinks at this location. The courts are very clean and the lighting is quite good! My small gripe is that the court is not very wide so a nice cross court top spin will run you into the netting!!