I'm really surprised to read the other reviews that talk about the scheduling issues. We haven't…read morerun into that at all. We have been going to the Gold's Gym Bandera location since the start of the year. Prior to that we had been going to Aquatots but when my husband saw the Groupon we couldn't resist the savings. I figured we would go to SASA for the semester and then go back to Aquatots when the Groupon ran out. After experiencing the difference, though, we never looked back. I have been recommending SASA to all my friends. I have a 2 year old and a 4 year old. When we started my 4 year old could swim maybe 6 feet and my 2 year old could put his face in and blow bubbles. Now my 4 year old can swim the length of the pool unassisted, both on her back and on her stomach. My 2 year old can swim 6 - 10 feet on his stomach and he can do the back float unassisted. He is working on rolling over from front to back and back to front. Most importantly, though, both kids love going! The two instructors we have, Mr. James and Coach Steven are just so great with the kids! When we first started my 2 year old had some separation anxiety because he wasn't used to getting in the pool without me. He screamed most of the time for about 3 classes, but it didn't faze Mr. James in the least. He just gently guided my son through the lessons. Eventually his songs and toys won my son over and now he can't wait to go to class. Couch Steven is equally great with my 4 year old daughter. He seems to have the perfect balance of work and fun. He definitely does not baby the kids - they WORK! But they also love to do it. The things I love about SASA v. Aquatots: 1. Much less crowded. My 2 year old is in a class of 3 and my 4 year old is often the only student but sometimes there is one other child with her. There are only two classes going on in the pool at any given time. There are plenty of places for the parents to sit. At Aquatots you had to stake your claim for a chair by the window or you wouldn't have one. Then it was a mad rush for the changing rooms with everyone trying to reserve a changing room so that when all those kids come out at once you have a place to change. 2. You can hear and see what is going on. Instead of sitting behind glass you get to sit right next to the pool and you can hear what is being said. 3. I didn't have to get into the water with my 2 year old. It was nice to sit and watch instead of doing all the work of getting in and out of your swimsuit for just 30 minutes of swim time. 4. It's cheaper. It is a lot less expensive, even without the Groupon. At first I was thinking I wouldn't like SASA's policy of no makeup classes. The reality is that it has caused me to take missing classes a lot more seriously, and we just don't miss classes. At Aquatots I would miss classes a lot, but I had a hard time making them up and ended up forfeiting them anyway. 5. The pool is bigger. I didn't think my daughter would need a bigger pool this soon, but she uses the whole length of it. At Aquatots she would only have a small rectangle to work in. 6. You can use the Gold's Gym towels. This doesn't seem like a big deal but it is nice not to have to remember your own. When we first started going we changed in the ladies dressing room, which was awesome and I listed that as a major benefit SASA had over Aquatots. Now, though, I've been told that Gold's does not want us using the locker rooms so we must use the rest room in the child care center. It would be nicer if we didn't have to do that. In the summer time I just take the kids home in their swimsuits. 7. Both my kids have progressed faster. I'm really amazed at how fast the kids have learned while at SASA. What Aquatots has over SASA: 1. The Gold's Gym pool is cold in the winter. There are big windows in the room so the it is hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The kids spend part of each lesson sitting on the side and watching what is going on and they often shiver. I bought both kids wet suits to combat this problem. 2. They have a play area for the kids who aren't swimming. This isn't a big deal for me now that I have both kids swimming at the same time.

Our daughter is 9-years old now and she has been with the SASA for 8-years. Her development with…read morethe SASA has been excellent especially considering we don't have a pool at home. Our original goal was for her to learn how to swim (freestyle) over a few seasons and then leave; however, once she began the curriculum established by SASA we continued with the program. It's been outstanding to see her develop her swimming skills (freestyle, backstroke, butterfly, & breaststroke), which led to her trying out and making the SASA swim team last year. Her confidence with the swim team has spilled over with her schools volleyball and softball team. Ray

We started going to the YMCA about a year ago. I love this location because it's small and quaint…read more You don't feel like your over and Baron by a bunch of musclebound workout artist lol Love the staff here always smiling, always helpful. And their sports programs rock! If you're looking to start your kid out in a league where they don't trash talk, they develop your child self-respect, skills, and build them into good moral characters for sports. This is the place for your kids. The leagues are not highly competitive. The coaches don't jar at each other like they're trying to win a championship. But they are still competitive. Of course, I am a little biased because I have coached the basketball teams between the ages of five and 10. The thing I love about the nine-year-old and 10-year-old division for basketball is a play at a local church. That's a much bigger gym, if you have homeschool kids like me, they get a good feel for what it's like to play if they were to go to high school. My kids have played flag football there and basketball there and really enjoyed just the camaraderie and getting out and getting some exercise. Some of the sports directors and helpers are the best in the city

Clean location and friendly staff. There is a library on site. Plenty of space throughout the…read morebuilding. There is a pool and exercise equipment and also meeting rooms. Many programs are advertised.

Trying out our trial class today and the first thing I noticed was how nice the waiting area is…read more There are so many seating areas which I appreciate! And also a big open window so you can watch your child. The lady in the front was very welcoming, the instructor seems to love what she does! Clean restrooms, clean dressing rooms & nice snack options in the front that you can buy. Also when the child is done with their lesson they can grab a lollipop! My daughter seems to have loved this class and said she would like to come back!

They are the BEST! From the staff at the front desk to the swim instructors, I cannot say how…read moreawesome they are!! Flexibility, kindness, and genuine care for the kids, I wouldn't chose another swim place. We love them!

One of the things we'll miss about living in San Antonio is this YMCA. It has a bunch of activities…read morefor kids and adults. The manager Jeremy and his staff is the reason we're so comfortable at this location. We were going to join a Golds gym but after seeing how the staff is always welcoming and helpful we decided to join YMCA. This gym has enough to get you a good workout and for you to see results. I've never seen overpacked either. Machines are basically new and never broken.

Great folks & facility, lots of classes & current equipment. The facility is well taken care of by…read morecompetent & friendly staff. Nice pool & dressing rooms, clean & up-to-date facility, classes for all age groups, family friendly & one of the best gyms around. Join today!!!

We have been here several times. Not as Members, but for…read morebusiness events. We are looking in to membership. Clean and friendly. The only area of concern was the children's pool. It was a little slippery and the pool has sharp edges. It was reported and were told they would take care of it. COVID hit and we have not been back since, but will definitely see if improved and address or join.

I enrolled my two children in this tennis camp hoping they would improve their tennis skills, but…read moreunfortunately, we left disappointed. The instruction was very limited, with little to no individualized coaching or feedback to help players develop their technique or overall game. If your goal is for your child to make meaningful progress in tennis, this camp may not meet your expectations. We also paid an additional $50 per child for the week for what was told to me was chef-prepared meals. Instead, the lunch option consisted of frozen chicken nuggets, a corn dog, or pizza bites, served with chips, a drink, and ice cream. The chicken nuggets and pizza bites were even served in aluminum foil, which was surprising given how the meals had been described. Overall, I don't feel the camp delivered the value we paid for. Based on our experience, I would not recommend it to parents who are looking for quality tennis instruction.

I was torn between Goldfish and Aqua tots so I took advantage of the free trial class they both…read moreoffered. Goldfish was a thousand times better. Goldfish is much cleaner, more modern, better instructors and better lessons. I'm so glad I enrolled my daughter here!

My 2yr old grandson is learning how to swim at Goldfish Swim School. Not really sure how long it…read morehas been around, but they seem really friendly and the facilities are really cute. I've only been once, but I know at first he would cry. I think it had something to do with the fact that they had different instructors each time. As he started to get used to them, he settled in and seems to really like it. The groups are small and mom and dad can watch from the viewing area.

If you are thinking about swim classes for your little ones -- think no more! Aqua Tots here at…read moreDove Creek has taken our two toddlers (2 & 4 years old) from not wanting to splash their face with water to JUMPING in a swimming pool...in under two months! Sometimes I have to open my eyes REALLY wide because of how fast they are progressing but I also owe it to their trained instructors for CONSISTENTLY teaching them swim safety and how fun swimming can be. If you have any doubts, Aqua tots makes it easy to transition your babe into a swim program. You can easily make an appointment for an evaluation class (where your child is taken into the pool with other kids to see how comfortable they are) and then decide how many days you'd like to enroll them. CONSISTENCY is key, and the more exposure your child receives, the better they'll get. We've enrolled our babes 3 times a week and though it may get a bit pricey, EVERY CENT IS WORTH IT. The pool and surrounding areas are cleaned DAILY (multiple times a day, even). The facility has "free swim" for members where parents / guardians can jump into the pool with their kiddos for more exposure. Changing rooms, bathrooms, amenities like hair dryers and lotions are always stocked and available. Not to mention, FREE COFFEE for those of us coming in after work for the extra oomph. I am absolutely delighted how Anaya & Azaan are welcomed BY NAME each time they walk through the door & said goodbye to when walking out. This eases my mind to know that we are not just faces to them. The team here at DOVE CREEK is SOLID. I cannot give you any reason why you shouldn't give them a try. The other feature I love about Aqua Tots is the APP -- you can see how well your child is progressing and where he / she may need some more exposure / practice. This is the EASIEST way to keep tabs on what to maybe practice at home or remind before swim class. My kids also love seeing their stars and have a fun little competition amongst themselves. Shout out to Dilena, Karina, Gabi & Katara who make a 30 minute class so pleasant for Anaya & Azaan. My kids LOVE yall.

The skill set taught and learned by students of Aqua Tots is nothing short of life saving skills…read more The ability to swim is imperative for children to learn at any age and the Aqua Tots vision to teach children as young as 6 months this skill is amazing and worth every penny. My son and I look forward to our weekly lessons!!

Steven doesn't know it, but he's taking my daughter all the way to the olympics (she's 3). I'm…read morekidding but also not kidding because if there were ever a swim coach with the ability to do it, it would be Steven. I got individual lessons for my two children. Within two weeks, my son was swimming more efficiently (5) and my daughter was able to swim across the pool. He encouraged their love of swimming with lots of fun. He taught them new techniques and managed to keep their focus. He came highly recommended from a neighbor and I can see why. It's been an overall an exceptional experience and I hope to continue with SwimNique for years to come.

From the owner: SwimNique specializes in private lessons in competitive swimming and stroke analysis. SwimNique…read morealso has a new learn to swim program. We strongly emphasize a swim curriculum that motivates each swimmer to build swimming skills. We also teach water safety lessons to each swimmer so they will know how to be safe around pools, lakes, and or any large body of water.