It is lots of fun, we invent things. The teacher is very nice. There are lots of fun things to do…read moreand if you don't want to do something she lets you do something else.

Went to a 2 year old birthday party here at the beginning of the year. We loved it!…read more Fast forward, I decided to have my 2 year olds birthday party here too! It was such a great decision. I couldn't have been more happy!!! To book, I emailed the owner and placed a $125 deposit and then $125 was due upon arrival. This was for a 2 hour reservation. In my opinion, this is very reasonable, competitive with other venues, and WELL worth it :) Upon arrival, the owner was so pleasant! She showed us around and let us know that if we needed anything, to just ask. For example, extra plates, napkins, or serving tools. She explained the time would be sectioned in two categories. The first hour would be for the kids to play and be led in play. Then, the next hour, would be for food and opening presents. Everyone had such a good time watching their little ones play! She had so many things for the kids to do. *Beware, the outside is not the most presentable. However, upon walking in, it is very clean, well decorated, organized, and everything else good!! They offer other services, which I am definitely interested in. So, I'll have to follow them on social media, because I definitely want to go back :)

We've had such a great experience with the Bounce n Boogie class! From day one, the teachers were…read moreso kind and welcoming -- they made me feel completely comfortable leaving my son in their care, which, as a parent, means everything. The space is clean, bright, and super inviting, and it's clear that the staff really cares about creating a safe, fun environment for the kids. Not only did my son have so much fun every time, but he also learned a lot -- from following directions to social skills, movement, and coordination. It's the perfect mix of play and early learning. Watching him come home happy and full of energy (and ready for a nap!) is the best part. I can't recommend this class enough for anyone looking for a positive, engaging activity for their little one. We're so grateful for the Bounce n Boogie team!

Hummingbird has been a formative institution in my life not only for instilling a lifelong love and…read moretalent for music (at one point in my teens I had learned to play 10 different instruments there) but for the unbreakable bonds of friendship and for providing the perfect environment for discovery of self-identity. I credit the late founder K.L. Higgins as the architect of this delicate balance and his wife, children and grandchildren that continue his legacy virtually unchanged to this day. Hummingbird is an overnight camp for kids ages 8-14 and offers one week or two week sessions. The days are filled with intensive music training including choir, band, orchestra, piano, guitar, and private lessons mixed with activities and free time. It is hard to pinpoint what makes this such an intensely formative experience but it probably has to do with being isolated with such great accepting teachers and kids. I still am in touch with many of the friends I've made decades ago. I've had the privilege growing from camper to counselor to teacher and enjoy visiting. My kids will be signing up very soon.

I was very disappointed that the dining hall is using styrofoam plates and plastic utensils and not…read morerecyclable materials. There are no provisions for recycling of cans and bottles. This is a perfect time to educate kids about this very important issue.

If your looking for a true Camp experience, Monakiwa is your Jam. Operated by the Lubbock Camp Fire…read moreCouncil, Monakiwa is open to children and families from all over. Multiple events and family camp weeks to choose from. The trails are great, the cabins rustic and authentic, the food is true Camp food, and the staff are all volunteers who have been with the council for decades. One of the last true camps. If your kiddo goes to camp at all growing up, make sure Monakiwa is the go-to Camp.

TRAUMATIZING AND FILTHY. The rain leaked in my son's cabin drenching his bedding and the contents…read moreof his suitcase. children from another cabin threw his sweater and socks (and those of other children) into the river. His raincoat was stolen. His group leaders were too lazy to walk to boys to the bathroom, and instructed them to go in the woods. Boys were both pooping and urinating behind the cabin. They also had to change in their sleeping bags, again, because the leader didn't want to walk them to the changing rooms. He reported that the bathrooms had poop everywhere, and that they were asked to scrub urinals and the inside of toilets with a washcloth. He was only able to take two showers during the entire week. His leader consistently forgot to give him his medicine. And, when they went on the overnight trip, he forgot their food, so from lunch on Wednesday to lunch on Thursday he had only one bagel to sustain him. He was bullied, the leaders in his cabin and boys were constantly swearing,  and his sister found him in tears every night. He was not permitted to call me when he asked to do so. I am deeply troubled because not a single caring adult checked in on him, he was neglected, and the facility is in shambles.  We will never, ever attend another camp put on by this YMCA.

I cannot say enough good things about Camp Shaver! My daughters have been going to camp there now…read morefor the past couple of summers and I so happy with the things they get to do while they're there. Character building, friendship making, and pushing themselves beyond previously-set boundaries are just some of the things you can expect your child to experience. I highly recommend Camp Shaver for anyone looking to give their child(ren) the opportunity to unplug and see what's out there in the world around them.