The staff is very friendly, the equipment is functional and the pool is awesome. It would be even more super duper awesomer if there were some kids' exercise classes like you used to have a few summers ago.
My daughter had an amazing time at the YMCA camp! She was very excited, when she came back home on the first day, to tell me about the bird home that she had made. She was a very happy girl that week. Thank you!
I'm really grateful that this camp exists, and the weekly themes sound so fun and engaging. That said, my 7-year-old hasn’t been able to share much about the themed activities, and I’m not sure if the themes are being implemented in ways that are clear and memorable for the kids. From what he describes, each day feels pretty similar, and it’s hard to tell whether the weekly theme is being brought to life. He seemed surprised to learn about the week's theme on a Thursday when we read the board. He couldn't identify a single thing that week that could have been related to the theme.
Also, we spoke with someone earlier in the summer about outdoor time, and they mentioned that the plan was to shift to more indoor activities as the temperatures increase. I’m not sure if that adjustment has been made yet, but my son came home with a heat rash during the first week. He feels like there's too much time spent out on the soccer fields where he says he overheats the most. He also asks to be dropped off after the morning yard time and picked up before the afternoon yard time because of how hot it is. Florida summers can be intense, especially for younger kids who are running around, so any extra pool time, inside time, or cooldown breaks really make a difference.
ALL THE STAFF THERE IS VERY COURTIOUS. ALSO WHEN YOU NEED ANYTHING LIKE COPIES OF YOUR REGISTRATIONS OR AS SIMPLE AS YOU FORGETTING YOUR ENTRY CARD A THOUSAND TIMES, THEY DON'T MIND CHECKING YOU IN.
I like the equipment. The staff is friendly and helpful. I like that the pool is outdoors. And I'm a senior, so it's a benefit with my insurance. I've told others about it, but they have other interests and most are snowbirders where I live and have left till the fall.
The employee, Cathy, maybe… I’m forgetful, was outgoing and very polite and friendly. Obviously loves her job. She covered the bases of the machines I’m interested in working with. This is the second time I’ve dealt with the front desk staff and am pleased with the service level there.