Went here for a kids birthday party and had mixed feelings about the place. On the one hand, it was…read morereally awesome for the kids to be able to play so freely on some of the gymnastics floor and equipment. On the other hand, it was disappointing that parents weren't allowed anywhere near the kids on the floor with them. They had an upstairs area where the parents were required to stay up there, well, that might be fine for the older kids, but I had a toddler down there, and I would feel much better being closer to her down there. But they wouldn't allow it. Also, at one point we were upstairs during the actual party time, and I went downstairs to use the restroom and was hit with a very suspicious "What do you need?", I told them that I needed to use the restroom, and it felt very weird to not even be able to walk downstairs to use the bathroom without prying eyes. I think that it was overall a fun party place, the kids enjoyed it, but they need to be less aggressive about parents not being allowed down there. And also maybe have exceptions for younger kids.

I drove 1 and a half hours and 70 miles to visit and was 15 minutes late because there was a crash…read morehalf way there, they told me I could only be 10 or less minutes late and turned me away. That is so massively upsetting to me.

What a fantastic venue. Took my 5yo granddaughter for her 90 minute session. The place is huge! So…read moremany classes and groups all at the same time. I'm guessing the teenage instructors are also students at their age level. They were fantastic. My granddaughter feels so empowered. Kudos all around.

We have been a part of this gym since it opened! The staff and coaches have been wonderful and my…read moredaughter loves being a part of the AGA family. Whether you're here for recreational classes, a birthday party, or competitive team, you're bound to enjoy your experience.

This is a neat environment. In the afternoons it's super packed but the coaches still connect with…read morethe kids. We switched to mornings for schedule reasons. Same coach. Jackie is absolutely amazing. She is hands on and she's a preschooler whisper. She's got some magic working with these kids. We're halfway through our trial period and the little is looking forward to doing more.

This gym is great! Very kid friendly environment. Coach Haley is fantastic! She helped my daughter…read moresucceed in winning a Gold Medal in competition. Coach Jackie and Coach David are great with the young ones. Blessed to have found this little gem.

Nothing but positive things to say. One of my daughter's good friends who I adore left the school…read morecheer team to this all star team a year ago and she has evolved so much! Her confidence, her skills! I remember her mom telling me how kind the staff was and the energy of the team being so positive. Fast forward, my daughter joined an all star team that needed a temp gym and we ended up at DEA! They are organized, put together and skilled! I would recommend DEA

DEA used to be a strong program with a true family atmosphere. The coaches knew the athletes and…read moretheir families, and there was a sense that the kids genuinely mattered. Unfortunately, that version of DEA no longer exists. Since the sale of Full Out, the program has steadily declined. Routines were criticized as boring, yet nothing was done to improve them, and results reflected that lack of effort and direction. There are also serious concerns about how the gym is being run. Coaches have reportedly gone unpaid for months, and multiple experienced staff members have been let go. Most concerning was the firing of the athletic director just three weeks before Worlds--she was one of the only consistent, reliable coaches who showed up to every practice. Meanwhile, other coaches had outside jobs that prevented them from attending practices regularly. The program itself is shrinking quickly. Last year there were 8 teams (4 prep and 4 elite). This season that number was cut in half, and since the season ended, many athletes have already left. At this rate, it's hard to see how the gym will sustain even one strong elite team moving forward. Athlete management is another issue. There are no real tryouts for positions, and athletes are placed where coaches decide, regardless of readiness or comfort level. On my daughter's team, athletes were made to fly even when they were clearly scared, which raises concerns about both safety and coaching judgment. At this point, DEA feels unstable, disorganized, and in decline. If you're looking for experienced coaching, consistency, and a program focused on athlete development and safety, this is not the place. The only thing it still offers is a sense of familiarity--but even that is fading as more families and staff continue to leave.

We actually started coming here because my 9-yo has been wanting to do "ninja" lessons since…read morediscovering American Ninja Warrior Jr. on tv. Upon Googling "ninja classes," we actually found a Groupon for Ascend Gymnastics in DuPont. I called that location, and they suggested we try the Olympia location for three reasons: 1. It was closer to our home. 2. The Groupon would work there. 3. Coach Maty was there, and he is apparently the best ninja coach they have. We're still in the Groupon discounted period, but as soon as it's over, we'll be signing up for regular lessons. The program has been challenging but fun, the coaches have been friendly, and the office staff have been helpful. The facilities are huge, clean, and in good shape. I especially like the viewing area for parents to hang out in. There is free WiFi and private, free parking.

Equipment looks old and poorly maintained. Owners are rude and disrespectful. Was only able to…read morefind 1 trainer at the gym that had any knowledge of how the body worked and how to keep it safe when injured, and she quit. Open gym is like watching "kids gone wild". Not enough people watching the kids to keep them safe. Biggest concern is someone is going to get hurt and when it happens it's going to be really bad.

Adding onto my spouse's review... We have been going there for almost a year now. We have found…read moreONE comparable trainer that actually gives a crap about our kid and the kids/teens she trains - and her being a trained physical therapist is one of the many perks about her. Awesome personality and high energy! We cannot go there anymore because she quit because of the deplorable conditions (look & feel of the gym) plus the disrespectful pricks that own the place. I would not recommend this place to ANYONE!!

Think twice before you trial any competitive program here…read more Our daughter spent two years on team and almost quit the sport entirely. In her last season she experienced retaliation from a coach, emotionally immature leadership, and conduct that violated their own handbook. When concerns were raised by multiple families, ownership declined to meet and responded with: "We believe we can move forward from here and work towards a positive season." Our daughter was eight years old. She lost confidence. She lost skills. Schedules changed constantly. Classes were added mid-season at an extra cost because, in their own words, they had too many girls to teach new routines at once. The list goes on. If you do choose to trial, ask about attrition. We are aware of at least five or six girls leaving a team of fifteen this season alone. That speaks volumes. Competitive gymnastics demands clear communication and genuine investment in every child. You will not find that here.

I am so impressed with Northshore Gymnastics Center! I tried a bunch of gymnastics programs as a…read morekid, and when I signed my daughter up for her first season, I expected it to be about the same. I was blown away! The facility is beautifully updated with new equipment that is used well by the coaches to help teach the fundamentals and build a solid physical foundation. The gym is clean, inviting, and absolutely buzzing with activity. It's so fun watching all the different levels giving it their all and having a blast. We loved the coach, and watching from the observation area, I was really impressed with the caliber of instruction and serious, but genuinely kind manner. As a parent, this was a valuable opportunity for my child to try new, challenging things and also to grow in grit and confidence. We loved it! The only reason I knocked off a star is that they do mandatory rolling enrollment, basically an auto pay type situation. They allow you to opt out under certain conditions, and the staff are really nice, but it would be nice if they offered an option to do one session at a time for the beginning classes, especially.

My daughter has been so happy with her experience at the Bothell Gymnastics Club. She looks forward…read moreto going and wants to practice when she gets home. They have incorporated many distancing protocols. While no gym environment is perfect they do a great job with their response to COVID both for the athletes and the parents. My daughter is a beginner and felt comfortable from the first class because of the professionalism and kindness of the coaches. We plan on continuing next class cycle.

I am visiting from bay area and took my kids here with my friend who lives in the area. This place…read moreis fun for kids but customer service is one of the worst I have experienced. The lady who is "in charge" during drop in play has terrible attitude even towards my kids. I came here a few times and I can even say that she is racist, which is terrible and unacceptable. She is only nice to white kids and especially those who are enrolled in their regular classes. Too bad this place does not have much competition around the area.