Our daughter loves Gymnastics now. She simply loves her instructor and can't wait to go back to…read moregymnastics class. It is a refreshing change from the other place in Ames we were taking her to. We are so glad we heard about Cardinal, everyone always seems so happy.

Dropped in while in town for business and was very glad I did! The staff was helpful and the…read moreathletes were very friendly. The gym was clean and well organized. I would return!

The sound bath experience with Katie Walker was next-level relaxing. If you're new to sound baths,…read moreimagine soothing pan drums, gentle guidance, and full-body vibrations that melt your stress away. I was so relaxed I actually fell asleep (in the best way possible). The group was small and intimate, the room was perfectly warm, and the whole vibe was incredibly calming. I loved that it was held in a hot yoga studio like Ignite--it made the experience feel even more cozy and immersive. Can't recommend this enough. I'll definitely be back!

I could not attend during the Covid pandemic for health reasons. When I asked for at least a…read morepartial extension of my pass, I was rudely brushed off. No compromises were accepted. I did not feel comfortable returning after this response. Yoga to me is about balance and acceptance.

I love the challenge of each class. They focus on form and consistent results of improvement. By…read morefar, it's my favorite gym I've ever been to. The coaches are super helpful and make it a personal experience even in a group. All levels of fitness are able to attend.

Oh Lake Laverne! Such a happy memory of my childhood! This lake sits right in the middle of the…read moreIowa State campus, and is home to Lancelot and Elaine the white swans. I recently visited again in Dec 2017, and it was just as lovely as I remembered! I think they change out the swans though as they age, but the current two residents were super cute and lovely.

We had our college retreats here and it was great!! Very accommodating and the staff was very…read morehelpful! Perfect for any size group and has different kinds of housing for all of your people. I believe most of the camp is wheelchair accessible as well.

I grew up at this camp. Spending a week as a camper there from as long as I could remember till I…read morewas a teenager. Then I started to work for the camp and worked there through high school and college years. It was such a blessing on my life and forever shaped my life. I don't think I ever made any better friends than I did at Hidden Acres. I will never forget my time spent there, nor the friends I made.

What a wonderful find! We were in town for parents weekend and looking for an activity to do. Love,…read morelove, love this place! The owner was incredibly welcoming and nice, the puzzles were creative, intriguing, and several were even homemade. Very creative and fun, we will definitely be back!

This is just the beginning for this company, I believe. The gentleman who runs this was super…read morefriendly! The price seemed a little high, but I'm sure it's normal for this type of night out. This was our first time (group of 4) doing an Escape Room, and it was overall a very good experience! We will be going back to try out the other option soon. Family friendly and totally PG! Fun night out. We did the Teacher's Pet experience.

My daughter started coming to the Y Camp when she was in single digits with Camp Hertko Hollow (for…read morekids with T1D)... A few years ago she started signing up for their LDP program. First VIP then LA and finally CIT. Now at 17 she is employed as a Leader. She's leading younger kids through their overnight, day, and family camp programs. Along with things coming full circle and helping the kids coming in for Camp Hertko Hollow. I'm pretty proud of her. As a parent I've worked with the staff here for over a decade watching my daughter grow up partly under their care... I've watched her build friendships that don't just last a summer... They get together at each other's homes during the school year too...and if that's not possible thanks to technology they still keep in touch one way or another. We live close enough she still comes home now and then after camp breaks on Saturday and returns before it resumes on Sunday. She came home last weekend for a day and brought two car loads of kids with her. I believe they participate in the IENA program... Kind of an exchange program with international and North American camp leaders. I only got to meet a few of them. Two of her friends were from Ireland and one was from the UK. That was different...and fun! All great kids! The facilities are modern and kept up to date with periodic remodels. It's sure not the tent camping I was used to with Scouts. Now don't get me wrong... It's not going to be all sunshine and rainbows. Things happen with kids... Kids get homesick and some minor accidents etc. come with the territory. The staff here always deals with it well and involves the parents when needed. As a parent it can be kind of hard to let go and start to give your child that freedom... But I trust the staff and I know she's always been in a good place here.

Stayed at the Y Camp for Pollinate Women's Wellness Weekend on Oct. 9-13 and it was lovely. Aside…read morefrom the outstanding programming of the Pollinate organizers, the facilities were amazing. The cabins were cozy and warm, almost all indoor spaces had a fireplace, the bathrooms were clean, the showers had hot water and the staff were friendly and helpful. Although the cold eliminated some water activities, there was still a ton to do. They offered archery, zip lining, guided hikes, climbing walls, horse back riding, sling shotting, arts and crafts, and a hammock farm! The meals were tasty and the dining hall was comfortable. The grounds felt safe and offered views of a creek and the Boone railway. There were plenty of spaces to just relax in nature and while the campgrounds are huge, most of the facilities are easily within a 5 minute walk of each other. I would love to return for family camp, or to send the kids for one of their many summer camp options. If you are looking for a place to host a family reunion, wedding, or event, I recommend checking them out. They have a space for almost any kind of event and their prices are very reasonable.