The Hot Chocolate is a run race and a Peachtree Road Race qualifier, so if you do well on the…read morecourse, use your time when you run on July 4th to boost your seeded wave. I have done this race twice, so you really have no idea what to expect in terms of the weather. It might be cold or it might be freezing cold. Make sure you have compression pants for this race, you will thank me later. I cannot stress it enough, do not wear cotton clothing, as it does not wick away your sweat. You will be running 15K (9.3 miles) and as you run, you will be sweating and all that sweat will be absorbed by your clothing and wet and freezing cold weather will make you extremely sick... not a good combo. So wear polyester fibers... or better yet wearing cold gear... This race is known for their goodie bags, hot chocolate, banana, melted chocolate, a bag of snacks and a very cool fleece jacket that you should not wear during the race. Overall, this is a fun race, something I would recommend at least once. [Review #491] (76th Review of 2017)

Date: January 22, 2017 Location: Centennial Park…read more I will definitely run for chocolate! This is pretty much counterproductive for a race but great motivation to run. The Hot Chocolate is a 15k/5k race. So that's 9.3 miles or 3.5 miles. This year was my first 5K Hot Chocolate in Atlanta, I've done races from other organizers prior to this so I at least have some comparison of what to expect. The price is not too bad in terms to what you get. The race itself was fantastic. Not too hot, and not too cold. I thought the race-day organization was horrible. There were no sign anywhere telling you where things were located. I didn't get emails about purchasing a parking spot prior to the race. The finish line could be a little better identified with overhead signage instead of just side signs. Expo: I wish there was an option to get it mailed home. Parking and location sucks! Swag bag: Typically, whatever the jacket is and a bag and that's it. You get a drawstring backpack + a full-zip, fitted jacket with a cozy hood. I would have gladly paid for the hoodie with my own money. I love the practical thumb holes and slimming design. Deep front pockets are ideal for storing your keys or phone. The nice thing is, there's an area to try it on and swap if you want a different size. I wore mine to and during the race. It kept me warm since Atlanta can be pretty chilly in the morning and was great to run in! Getting to the race: some parking, but limited. Parking cost anywhere from $20-$60. I thought the location of the race was horrible! It took me literally 30 minutes to find parking. The Start: 8:20 am for the 5K. Lined up in corrals, goes on a staggered start system, which is appreciated. During the race: I would say if you really need to drink often or more often than 2 mile increments, you will need to carry some water with you. FINISHER MEDAL Only the 15k runners get the new medal. Now, if you know much about the Hot Chocolate race series, you know that the finish line is the BEST part!! You get HOT CHOCOLATE! AND, you get chocolate fondue, a banana, Rice Krispy Treat, cookies and pretzels. OH, and a marshmallow! I couldn't wait to get those treats! Overall, this was a fun race that everyone should try at least once.

The main office doesn't respond to anything. Don't expect any help if the local rep isn't being…read morehelpful. I wouldn't bother signing up as a free agent without knowing members of the team/the captain pretty well. Some of the captains they rely on are as rude, dishonest, and incompetent as the league officials. The league will tell you they can move you to a new team if you don't get along or are mistreated by the team you're assigned to, then they will wait too long or end up not bothering/lie and tell you it's too late as apparently this league is too serious. Even if there are games remaining in the regular season. If you like having rainout games not being made up and credits not being offered as stated in the terms and conditions then go ahead and sign up. If you like being told specific rules have been disregarded because of apparent captain votes the league didn't announce go ahead. If you want to be assigned to a field you didn't sign up for with no explanation or apology, then be scheduled to play starting as late as 10pm go ahead. This is a ripoff and inconsiderate. I have been polite and am being treated like crap. Don't bother discussing refunds in any circumstances. They probably wouldn't give one even if they cancelled the season. If the league disbanded they would probably try to give you leftover shirts as a comp instead of your money back. Update: Hi Ian, Thank you for your continued engagement with our league and for sharing your concerns. I appreciate the opportunity to address this matter comprehensively. After thorough consultations with both team captains and our support team, alongside a review of our correspondences, it's clear that substantial efforts were made to accommodate your requests. The decision to initially offer a team switch was made in good faith, aiming to enhance your experience within our league--a gesture beyond our typical protocol. However, the nature of your recent requests--particularly the timing and frequency of desired changes--poses significant challenges. Introducing a new player into a team's established dynamics towards the end of the season disrupts not only their strategic setups but also their camaraderie and collective rhythm. Such changes can be detrimental to the overall team environment and the league's integrity. Given these considerations, and with respect for all participants, it is not feasible to proceed with a team change at this stage. Our policies and the structure of the season do not support such a move this late in the game without risking the detriment of all involved. Furthermore, as per our terms and conditions, the circumstances described do not qualify for a credit issuance. While I understand this may be disappointing, please know that the decision is rooted in maintaining fairness and consistency across our league. I must emphasize that this decision is final, and as such, we will not be able to entertain further discussions on this matter. Your understanding and acknowledgment of the efforts made on your behalf would be appreciated. Thank you for your participation this season, and while I regret that we may not meet your expectations in this instance, I sincerely hope you find a league that aligns more closely with your preferences. Live Life Fun, Britt Mench ---- I didn't say I was leaving the league prior to this. They told me I wasn't welcome back after one of their captains was rude to me. The league director was too busy for me.

Terribly ran out of clt Negative environment…read more Management cussing at players in front of 4 different teams Not a league to bring the kids too Not a league to go to to feel supported

We've had such a great experience with Soccer Shots! My child absolutely loves going each week and…read moretalks about it nonstop afterward. The coaches are amazing, patient, upbeat, and so good at keeping the kids engaged while still teaching real skills. What I appreciate most is how positive and encouraging the program is. It's not just about soccer, they really focus on confidence, listening, and having fun. My child has grown so much, both on and off the field. The communication from the Soccer Shots team has also been great, which makes everything easy as a parent. I would 100% recommend Soccer Shots to any family looking for a fun, well-run activity for young kids.

My daughter is entering her 2nd year attending Saturday morning soccer instruction for Coach Justin…read moreat piedmont park. To my shock she woke up the day of the new season and told me she wants to tell Coach Justin how she was stung by a bee about 7 months ago. This shocked me because she has not seen or spoken about Coach Justin since the last season about a year ago. This is a child who often call me mama remembering her coaches name from a year ago! I can not say enough good things about the great job they do here. They manage to keep a group of toddles on a field organize while teaching soccer drills. The foundation of confidence and fair play is woven into the spirit of competitive sports. All in an hr! They pace the lessons very well always keeping the kids engaged by shifting from one drill to the next seeming on the brink of attention colapse. The coaches learn the students name almost instantly to the joy of the kids who pick up on the individual attention. Often child oriented activities feel like a money grab, here I feel I should be paying more for the time. Thanks for all that you do!

Love this place!!! Perfect for little kids. My kids had the best time. So many toys to play with…read morethat even though it was crowded there were more than enough toys and trucks to go around for all the kids there. And they have a coffee shop next door that will bring you your coffee so that was amazing

This is a small sandlot located in a small strip small across from Chamblee HS. It is a very cute…read moreconcept where you can walk in or sign up for slots (max 30) for 2 hours. It is $20 for 2 hour play (they offer 25% off for weekday play - check their instagram for codes). PROS: There are a variety of construction toys, you can ask for picnic blankets, they offer birthday party plans (10 kids- $300 20 kids- $600) with membership plans ($40/month min 3 months), plenty of seating, and fun programs such as "digging for treasure" (which is super hard to find). They have "foot wash" stations. CONS: The guy working at the front did not seem very interested and was on his phone/had his AirPods in the whole time (had to physically wave at him to get his attention). I am not sure how well they honestly clean between sessions but enter at your own risk. Of course you are not allowed to throw sand but sometimes some of the parents were not interested in monitoring their children. There were some metal equipments that can be a bit dangerous. Overall a cool experience.

Prerace logistics: Could have been better. The packet pickup was split between two odd times on…read moreSaturday and I think all in line would agree it was a train wreck. Not a safe crowd of people at all. Race itself: Very nice! Well laid out, good course, good course support. Simple to get to the start line and out of the post-race village. In fact, the race felt smaller than it was, which means they did a great job with logistics.

This was our first time running this marathon which was in its 10th year. We were in for a big…read moresurprise as we expected a nice flat course. Clearly we didn't do our homework. The temperatures were in the 40s with gusty winds around 20 mph or more. It was our second marathon of the year and weekend and so we knew we wouldn't be comfortable. (The previous day Nicole and I had run in Chattanooga on Raccoon Mountain). The aid stations appeared to be about every 2 miles, which was good. There were three distinct food stations featuring orange slices, jelly beans, and Oreo cookies. To wash it down the electrolyte drink of choice was Powerade (blue, red and yellow) and of-course water. The course took you through at least three university campuses, a park system and quaint neighborhoods of Atlanta. I can't keep emphasizing the hills. They kept coming and coming! Despite the cooler weather which typically helps to increase course speed, this was not your PR course. The race swag included: a long sleeve shirt and a decent sized (although unattractive) medal 4" inches in diameter. Finishers got a lunch snack box, chocolate milk, water and a warming jacket to fend off the wind. Finishing in Centennial Olympic Park definitely was a nice touch and I felt like this marathon featured many different city segments.

I recently Purchased a Groupon for Range visits and Gun Rental. This Groupon is a ripoff on its…read moreface. You have to purchase ammo, eyes, and ears. The ammo can range from 19 to 29 for a box of 50 depending of the caliber. They don't rent eyes and ears Eyes were 2 bucks for ears, they had earplugs for .50c or Muffs for $9.99. I ended up spending an extra $43 when I went there shooting a .40 cal. Literally if I don't purchase my own weapon, I will end up spending close to $200 to shoot at this place. I wouldn't have never purchased this groupon if I knew that shooting would cost that much. Dosen't make it better that it is in Lilburn about 5 miles off of I-85. The shop is nice, people are nice, gun prices are affordable but if you don't bring your own stuff, it will get expensive. Be Warned.

The new store is well lit and well organized. The staff is friendly, though some are more polite…read morethan others. Pricing is average, but they're opening an indoor range as well.

This place and Doctor are amazing, against better judgment tried the Milan Group... what a mistake…read morewhen here for re-evaluation WOW !!!! I am so GRATEFUL for the Dr Achiron. Totally Satisfying experience

Super fun theming. However, the stairs up to the right vehicle the AC was broken and it was the…read morehottest thing ever. The ride itself was fun a lot of force which was awesome but it also hurt. Recommend for anyone who has durability.

My son enjoyed this ride the most out of all the rides at Six Flags Over Georgia. Featuring loops,…read morebarrel rolls, spins and twirls Batman the Ride has it all to turn a roller coaster casual fan into a raving fan. This and Goliath are my favorite rides at Six Flags. 5 stars.