Our son Cruz has been going to Sugar Sweet Farm since he was 6 years old. Last summer, as he was…read moreapproaching 12, we thought it would probably be his final camp season. We were wrong. He signed up again this year, and when we picked him up today, he couldn't stop talking about all the fun he had--just like he did when he was 6. Seeing that kind of excitement after all these years truly melted our hearts. Now, Cruz is already looking forward to becoming a counselor one day. Elizabeth, Farmer Bubba, and the entire team are simply the best. You've created a place where kids make memories that last a lifetime. Parents, if you're looking for an incredible summer camp experience, Sugar Sweet Farm is the place to be. Thank you for all the memories.

I brought my 16month old nephew to here. We had so much fun and had an amazing day here…read more Sign up and sign the prior visit. Lots of animals and activities for kids. Turtle, chicken, snakes, lizards , dogs, bunny, horses, rabbits.. etc For activities; play grounds, face painting, art class, play room I would definitely bring him here again.

We come to this area so often, I can't believe this is our first visit!…read more This place is magical My littles loved visiting here so much They did not want to leave They loved feeding the animals (tortoises, chickens, and pigs); So much outside space to explore; They loved seeing the hawks and falcon; Can't forget they got to touch the snake and lizard ...Best Day Ever Logistic Notes: Free Parking and Admission Indoor bathrooms and hand sanitizer at all animal areas; Lots of park benches to have snacks and lunch; Inside play areas and gift shop

Soo cool! Such a surprise. You think it's a small community center, but it's packed with…read moreactivities, light snacks, coffee, a stage, play rooms, books, toys, and best of all - animals! There's a pig that gets walked by a staff member intermittently, turtles you can get up and personal with, chickens, owls, hawks, falcons, snakes, starfish, etc. This is a great venue to take your kids. They have activities such as story time, and they also have an area where you can learn about the natives. There's areas to hike around the beautiful lagoon. You can be a member or take a look for the day for about $15 which is very reasonable. I believe it's worth it. They really maximized the space. It's a wonderful place!

My grandson (age 5 1/2) has been at KidStrong (5 sessions a month) for several months now. I…read moreusually drive him to it, and more often than not I stay to watch. His mother comes from work and is almost always there by the time the session starts. KidStrong is perfect for him. He loves it, his parents love it, I love it, and he benefits from it in many ways. I don't actually know how much it costs, but I hope that he can keep it up for a long time. The coaches are very good with kids. The agenda for each 45-minute session is on a big TV/computer in the exercise area, and the coaches are good about following it. A few weeks ago I watched one of the coaches do more chin-ups than I could count--easily 50--while he was waiting for the class to start. He didn't act or talk like a superstar and didn't look muscular (hard to tell under their black "Coach" sweatshirts. My grandson saw most of it, and was thoughtful about it. The next week I saw him do several chin-ups, and afterwards he told me he had been practicing. There are as many girls as boys in his group, but his sister takes dance lessons and isn't interested in KidStrong. But she often stops by to watch her brother.

My kid has been at KidStrong for more than 6 months now and it became her favorite class of the…read moreweek. We started this program to help with her lack of self-confidence and this program has really delivered. Every class, she feels more capable and stronger! The manager and entire team of coaches are wonderful! We recently booked a birthday party and couldn't be happier. The kids had the best time and the staff was amazing with both entertaining the kids and helping parents with set up and clean up! Thank you KidStrong team, we are grateful for you!

I live in Carlsbad and have some very positive observations and experiences with the Army and Navy…read moreAcademy, the cadets and the team that supports the cadets. Let me start with the most important part of the school, the cadets. I often see them in the Village of Carlsbad. Invariably, they are extremely polite and respectful, very articulate and mature for their years. They represent the Academy incredibly well. Please come to one of the Academy's military reviews and you'll see an amazing group of young men working together to achieve a common goal. It is very impressive. I have had the chance to talk with several parents and alumni. The feedback I have received has been exceptional. Every parent shares how much their son has grown in his years at the Academy and the amazing young man he has become. They are so proud. The alumni talk about the brotherhood they built with their classmates and how the school positively prepared them for lives after graduation. The Academy's educators and staff have the top priority to build young men of character and prepare them for the rest of their lives. My interaction with them has always been very positive and professional. The education standards are high and there is an infrastructure to support the cadets for success. They provide leadership opportunities so the cadets learn by doing not through lectures. The growth and development of these young men is their top priority. "Forging Virtuous Young Men for Life" incorporates structure, discipline, physical and mental development, leadership and academics. The Army and Navy Academy is truly a home where your son will be given the opportunity to grow and pursue his dreams.

Looks like an amazing school... 7-12th grade... by the looks of the students.. i would say…read morediscipline is taught along with a dress code, and respect for authority.... I'm sure there's a lot more things being taught there... witnessing some of the students in and around town I would say they're succeeding ....

We love Gyminny Kids Carlsbad!! Thank you Coach Kimmy for the Mother's Day love and for being such…read morean awesome coach to our kiddos. We are truly lucky...thank you for all you do.

My daughter came here as a junior in high school, a Level 9 gymnast with a simple goal--to finish…read moreher gymnastics career somewhere she could grow, refine her skills, and feel supported. What she found was so much more than that. She found coaches who believed in her, pushed her, and cared for her as a whole person--not just an athlete. Her mental and physical well-being were always a priority, and that kind of care is rare. Because of this environment, she accomplished something we once thought was out of reach--qualifying for Westerns. That moment alone speaks volumes about what this gym and its coaches are capable of. Coach Ryan and Coach Elizabeth--thank you for pouring into her, for guiding her, and for being such a steady, positive force in her journey. And Nicole, thank you for being the heart of the gym--always greeting her with a smile, especially on the hard days when she needed it most. This wasn't just a gym for us--it became home. As my daughter moves on to her next chapter in college, we do so with full hearts and endless gratitude. And the best part? We're not leaving--our two other team gymnasts are proud to continue being part of this amazing family. If I could give a million stars, it still wouldn't be enough.

My daughter is in her second year at Native School and we cannot say enough good things about it!…read moreUnfortunately there has been some bad publicity because a former employee (trying to steal students away to a competing school she was opening) fed parents misinformation that scared them, including launching a really personal attack against the amazing director, Shannon, who is an incredibly transparent and thoughtful preschool director. She hosts regular meetings for parents to talk to her and will also always be happy to hop on a meeting any afternoon to discuss any questions and concerns. The program itself stood out to me immediately for being a really good supportive model for development. The students are not playing "Lord of the Flies" out in the woods, they are guided and supported by amazing teachers who spend their afternoons writing documentation of the learning in their classrooms and designing emergent curriculum. We could not be happier with the school we chose and our daughter loves school passionately. We have even decided to keep her in Native School another year instead of moving to the free public TK because of how much we love the program and the teachers.

***Warning to parents*** My experience with the teachers…read morewas generally good but you could tell there was a disconnect between them and upper management due to the high turnover rate and disruption in teacher continuity. The frequent and disruptive staff changes significantly effected my 4 year old son who was upset to see teachers come and go. At the end of our semester for 2024-2025 it became worse and substitutes/new faces were very common. We were told by some teachers that quit that safety regs/guidelines were not being followed(especially on rainy/stormy days). All that being said, we decided to pull our child out from the Fall 2025 semester. We had already paid for it but we figured we would be returned our reservation money due to the circumstances. Management refused our first attempt to reimburse us even after my child's spot was filled(Bad business etiquette). So here we are with our reviews and our next steps will be small claims. In the contract it states that they will maintain a consistent and properly staffed program...That was not our experience.

Anna is absolutely amazing! Our son has been coming here for a couple of months now, and has been…read moreworking on his interpersonal and social skills through the PEERS program, as well as continuing that training in the less formal LEGO club. Each program is designed to aid children who need assistance in developing and growing their social skills, and our son has been making leaps and bounds since starting here! Our son has Asperger's syndrome, and Anna has been wonderful in working with him. We did all of our homework, and her credentials all check out (which is something that we always do before working with a service provider.) Both of our boys come for LEGO club, and both of them look forward to it each week, even though we get up fairly early each Saturday to get there. LEGO club proved to be an excellent starting point for the boys, and allowed them to really grow comfortable in the setting before we got the PEERS program set up for our eldest. Now, to the details: the facility is absolutely beautiful. Build inside a dual use location in Carlsbad, the downstairs is set up for the program. Tastefully decorated, it is fun, light, and airy, with plenty of slightly subdued colors that look delightful without being overwhelming. There are plenty of toys, and the collection of LEGO's is constantly expanding. There is a good mix of special needs and typical children, which allows for real interactions that are all supervised and directed by Anna and her staff. Everyone is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and accepting. We truly could not be happier! Would I recommend her to family and friends? Absolutely, and have already gone out of my way to do so. If you have a child that is struggling with social interactions, if you have a child who needs a boost, if you have a child who just doesn't quite get it, this is the place to go. We have already seen honest-to-goodness measurable improvements (which as an aside is something that is also done through the PEERS program.) In summary, this program is excellent and Anna makes it all seem so easy. And, if I'm honest, I've probably picked up a pointer or two for applying in my own life as well.

My child participated in Ana's summer camp for two summers. The camp counselors all have higher…read moreeducation and training in child development and social skill coaching. The low child to staff ratio allows high level of attention and support to the needs of each child. Summer camp includes outdoors play everyday and field trip every week. Ana knows each kids and spend time to communicate to parents about their progress. Highly recommended.

My kids love this place! We decided to get a membership to make it worth it, since were locals. You…read morecan take your ticket total towards a membership if you purchase that same day. If you have EBT, WIC etc. you get in for $5/person so definitely would do that if you have it! I love how big it is, and that is has different buildings for different activities. They also have a nice outdoor picnic area that has benches to have lunch/snacks. Plenty of space for kids to run around (outside) and explore. If its your first time just know youll be there for a couple of hours. The only con I would say is they dont allow strollers inside the buildings (theres a parking area for them in the front if needed). So if you have a baby make sure to bring a baby carrier. I understand why they have that policy, but it just makes it a little hard for parents with small babies. P.S. make sure you say hi to their tortoises outside!

This museum is truly a gem! Every staff member we interacted with was kind, welcoming, and…read moregenuinely excited to help kids explore. The museum is packed with hands‑on activities, creative exhibits, and so many opportunities for learning through play. My 4 year-old had an amazing time discovering something new around every corner. Highly recommend for families looking for a fun, engaging, and memorable experience.

Amazing! My husband made it a point to make sure we spent a day here on our trip, he's a music…read moreteacher. We arrived when they opened at 10am, took a lunch break for about 2 hours, and were there until they closed at 5pm. Even with all of that time, we couldn't fully take everything in. It was rich in information! Each section had written stories, musical clips, video stories, and information about each displayed instrument. We spent 2 hours in the first room alone! There are also 4 sit and play areas, so you can play some of the cool instruments, which was a major draw for hubby. The volunteers that helped in the beginning and throughout were all wonderful and very knowledgeable! We had a lot of fun learning all of the different things and playing what they had available. If we are back in town we are absolutely coming again to finish the exhibits. So much to see and a great way to spend a day!

Such an incredible learning experience coming here to the Museum of Making Music. Free parking with…read moreplenty of space in the lots. Upon entering, you see a piano-shaped desk. The entrance to the museum is on the side, and at first it seems like you're just going to a store. Well, turns out that's the gift shop section and once you finish circling through the museum you end up back where you started! Anyways, we were able to walk in and get tickets up front. We were shown a video on the foundation of the museum and we had a demonstration on how to utilize the tablet kiosks in front of each section. I thought it was very cool to see especially modern instruments and how they looked in the past. It feels really good to appreciate how far instruments have come and how music has really shaped the human experience. I saw many people of all ages come here and enjoy. My favorite part would definitely be the interactive sections where you get to strum or play with some instruments. I definitely wished I knew how to play some chords! Definitely worth a visit at least once.

Been to a lot of children's museum and one of my favorite things about this one is they offer time…read moreslots for crafting. My daughter got to make a planter pot for a flower. It is on the cozy smaller size but the play activities are all nicely spaced out. I went here on a weekday and it wasn't too packed. The children museum provides indoor and outdoor play options. They have a small section for kids under two where they get to crawl, climb and play with balls. *shoes off* For indoor they have the magna-tiles table, chalk board, reading area, pretend grocery store and ranger lookout, For outdoor they have a big water table; soft foam building blocks, a garden and a dirt excavation section. They do have a handwashing station outside so I appreciate that after the messy play. I also love the art installation, it's big colorful bugs and insects. Would recommend you checking it out.

First impression was that the place was pretty small and I wasn't sure how long my son would be…read moreentertained here. I was surprised it was just one big open space inside like a warehouse, but my son loved it. They also have a nice outdoor space as well with an awesome water river, sand / fossil digging, and garden. They have a small area for kids under 2 years old, which was nice as well. Lots of hands on activities, a few different block type building stations, and a cute role play area with market, kitchen, laundry. I would say this museum is perfect for toddlers. Not sure older kids would enjoy it as much. They have picnic tables outside where you can enjoy a snack or picnic lunch. They do sell some snacks, but don't have a cafe or anything for something more substantial. Pricing was reasonable and they have a free parking lot. I wish this was located closer to us, I'd definitely return.