Lakeview children practice basketball and volleyball out in the rain and cold on an outdoor…read morebasketball court. Citywide activities are great. But this gym's primary purpose should be for the children of Lakeview basketball and volleyball. Let the contrarians resort to cheap shots over this post.

This recreation center provides many great activities for all ages. We have participated and…read moreenjoyed Piano Lessons, Ballet Class, Hoola Hoop Class and Sign Language. There is almost a group of people playing basketball in the main gym. There is no pool ir workout equipment but comfortable atmosphere keeps us coming back!

Took two classes here during National Dance Week with discounted rates and enjoyed both of them!…read more One was Hip Hop on Monday at 7, the other was movement on Wednesday at 5:30. The instructors went out of their way to make everyone feel welcomed, respected, and comfortable, the facilities were beautiful and well maintained, and the prices are reasonable, even without the discount. There is no parking lot bur street parking was really easy both times I went. If I had one suggestion for improvement it's that I wish there was less time spent on talking and introductions during class, and more time spent learning choreography (a one hour class turned into maybe 40 minutes of dancing) but it does allow for a community to develop. I'll definitely be back! Thanks Dancing Grounds! Update: I did realize the classes were 75 min not 60, but still you should expect to be in a circle talking / introducing yourself / saying affirmations for the first few minutes which might throw you if you weren't prepared for it or are introverted!

I love this place! I've visited New Orleans twice, and have taken a class each time. The first time…read morewas a Twerkshop and the second time, I took a Caribbean Dancehall class. Both classes were super fun! Also, the students, instructors, and staff are super friendly and welcoming. You can really feel the community aspect of this place. This is really a gem.

I don't go here regularly but I've dropped by to roll quite a few times since 2006…read more It's exactly what I would expect from a bjj gym in Nola. It's like a pop-up in the back of a gym. There are exposed brick walls and some other characteristics you expect to find in these old buildings. It's next to a bar. The students are all friendly and many of them are interesting characters with crazy patches or mismatched neon color rash guards. One guy had a patch on his gi of Johnny Cash flipping the bird, which is the best possible patch if you ask me. I'm surprised there isn't a bar in the back of the gym or a brass band playing while we spar. Professor Matthias is an excellent teacher. I'd also imagine he'd be a great coach ringside as he is always very good at identifying opportunities for attack when we spar. He's also a really down to earth guy with some good stories. I wish I had the time to do bjj seriously again. It's frustrating to know that your skills are devolving while the bjj game keeps changing and evolving, but I guess that's just what happens when you get old. If I did have the time and inclination I would be proud to be a member here. You should check it out.

I was in New Orleans on vacation and needed to get my No-Gi fix, so I decided to check this gym…read moreout. Being a girl, I have experienced some not so friendly training partners who have a thing about rolling with girls. This was not the case here. Everyone there was super nice, and I was glad to see another girl in the class! The instructor was super technical and thorough. He went over the technique in detail and then gave us plenty of drill time. After technique, he reviewed what he covered before it was time to roll. After a few rounds, he summarized the technique again, which I thought was awesome; repetition really helps new technique stick! What I loved the most was that before he dismissed class, he went around and asked everyone if they had any questions. He answered everyone's questions with patience, and did not rush, although it seemed another class was getting ready to start using the mats. Overall, I had a great time here and I will definitely check them out again whenever I go back and visit.

Re: COVID-19 operations and safety practices…read more I gotta slow clap for y'all because I am loving the new implementation of the appointments online and how serious the JCC is taking COVID-19. Members of JCC Uptown are able to book appointments up to three days in advance for one hour block sessions. Everyone has to wear a mask upon entry and get your temperature checked. Per their constant email communications all members must arrive ready to workout (lockers are only available for bathrooms so no showers or storage purposes) and bring in your own towel and water bottle. They allow no more than 7 people at a time in the cardio room and around 8/9 in the weights room. Within the cardio room every other machine is shut down to practice social distancing. You'll also find plenty of marked disinfected and used cleaning sprays so you can wipe your machine before and after. Their team also cleans the machines CONSTANTLY. Like I seriously would get off the cardio machine wipe it down, just to then see them wipe it down again themselves. I feel safe coming here and appreciate there isn't a crazy occupancy capacity happening right now. TAKE MY MONIES. *Just know you will have to sign a waiver the first time you initially go during COVID-19, because liability and lawsuits ya know...

Left the JCC around 4 today and encountered at least 100 people coming in for family swim. There…read morewas even a dog in a stroller ! Something has to be done to control and organize the crowds. It's not fair to the regular members or the front desk. The workout facilities are excellent. However, effective 8-01-26, they are closing both locker rooms for 9 months!

Classes were effective and fun. The sensei cares deeply for his students and helps them master…read moretheir craft. I recommend this class for newcomers and pros alike.

I enjoyed myself & had an amazing time, felt really good to feel sexy again. Haven't did anything…read morelike that in a very long time, it really was worth it all

I came here for an aerial yoga class and it was actually really fun. I would advise taking…read moreDramamine before before the motion sickness from spinning almost took me out!

The atmosphere is great, but some of the instructors have no idea what they are doing. Also in…read moretaekwondo the instructor is supposed to be a sabonim but they use Shotokan titles. One instructor told me I couldn't get water during her class wtf? It's on record than I'm type 2 diabetic and have anxiety attacks. The fusion of afrocentricity is cool but it gets in the way sometimes

I am blown away by this place. My 13YO daughter has finally found her "thing" here. We feel so…read morewelcomed, and as the senseis say - we have expanded our "tribe" by becoming part of the XS M.A.D family.

Hey y'all Aikido of New Orleans has moved!…read more Our new address is: Broadmoor Arts & Wellness Center, 3900 General Taylor, New Orleans, LA 70125 Our new phone number is (504) 380-9233 Yelp is being difficult in changing our info. Thanks

I became a member of this dojo in December, 2011, with no prior background in martial arts. Aikido…read morewas recommended to me particularly by a trusted friend in the security industry who has vast experience in self-defense. I opted for the beginner's package, which includes 2 months of dues, and a discount on the uniform. This proved to be a great introduction to this fascinating martial art. In two months' time, I had learned the fundamentals, and I shortly became comfortable enough to begin attending classes for all skill levels, while continuing to polish the techniques taught in beginner's classes. Aikido appeals to me because it is a martial art of peace, and the objective is to neutralize attacks through the use of throws, joint locks, and pins, so no one is injured. My monthly dues are affordable, and allow me to train at the dojo any day of the week, as often as I like. I especially enjoy changing the days that I visit, because each instructor has something different to demonstrate to me, and I feel that I earn a very well-rounded understanding of their teachings. I strongly recommend Aikido of New Orleans to anyone interested in self-defense, Japanese martial arts, or simply a great work-out.