From the age of 3 my son has showed a fascination for video games. As of recent, to my delight, he…read morehas shown interest in the creation of video games (coding). In order to assess his level of interest, I downloaded the trial version of an iPhone game/app called Code Spark Academy. This app allows the user to create the intricate details (levels, rewards, etc.) of a game and then play the game. During this time I noticed that his traditional games and even television shows were put on the backburner. While driving through Elk Grove I noticed a new (at least new to me) establishment called Code Ninjas. I immediately found their website and saw that they offered a coding camp based on the popular platform Roblox. Thankfully, the class was being offered on a day that fell within my son's holiday break. Before registering my son for the class, I ran it by him and he enthusiastically said "YES!" After submitting the payment information, I received a welcome packet from Code Ninjas (outlining the facility rules) that I quickly completed and submitted. The morning of the camp I packed a lunch for my son (Code Ninjas does not provide lunch), and we hit the road! After being warmly greeted by the employee at the front desk, I signed in my son, kissed him, and sent him off to explore the world of coding! When I arrived to pick him up, he did not want to leave. Aside from putting the finishing touches on the game that he created for Roblox, he was "networking" with his fellow coding camp buddies. During our ride home, he could not stop talking about the coding camp. He explained to me in detail the game that he created and that his game was saved so that he could resume the modification of the game upon a return visit. I highly recommend Code Ninjas for any parent that has a child that expresses interest in coding. Yes it is a bit pricey ($89 for the coding camp), but it will definitely pay off (literally) in your child's future! I am already planning on registering my son for the Minecraft Coding Workshop. Thank you Code Ninjas!

Went in to ask for more info but I realized that this place is for kids younger than 10 yrs old…read morethat needs more video gaming. Not what I was looking for. And they don't have all the programs they advertise

Avoid this basketball team if you have a girl!! It's listed "COED" But in fact is primarily ALL…read moreBOYS my 10yr daughter was horrified to see she was only girl in league and nor did owner notify me this would be the case nor did boys on her team want to pass her the ball from her team, we did 2 games 1 practice each of those was a struggle her crying not wanting to go me forcing her because I already spent $350, finally I accepted she tried and still uncomfortable so I reached out to owner explaining all this and he responds with form policy "0" REFUNDS, very inconsiderate to the situation at hand, plus practices for 10yr old 6-7pm wed and games Sunday 7-8pm these are school nights and way to late especially 7-8pm.

Whether your child is a beginner, intermediate or advanced basketball player, Encore Basketball…read moreTraining is where you want your aspiring hooper to be. Here they will learn the basic fundamentals of basketball and improve their footwork, shooting techniques, dribbling, ball handling & passing, etc. Roburt Sallie, is the owner and trainer who has first hand experience playing from the ranks of AAU, high school, D1 college, and professionally overseas. He has a keen eye for identifying strengths and weaknesses in a player, and using that to help develop them into a stronger, more confident person/player, on and off the court. I've seen him take a player with no experience to making their 6th grade basketball team. Another player that could barely make a 3 point shot if it could save his life, to scoring the most 3 in his division. Another player that was struggling in school and not qualified to play, to now getting a 3.0 GPA and leading the team and on his way to college. With Roburt Sallie, it's more than just training. He is extremely passionate and very much invested into each and every one of the kids he trains. His skills clinics and camps are giving what our community and youth need. A place to perfect your passion, while also keeping you safe and active. He typically has a skills clinic 2-3x a week split off into grades 1-5 and grades 6-12. $30 per 90 minute session. The first 60 minutes are usually skills training and the final 30 minutes playing in a tournament format. The camps are typically held during summer/winter. Always very well executed from the specialized training, games, special guests, etc. The facility itself is large and well maintained. Two full size courts and plenty of equipment. Roburt offers private, semi-private, group and team trainings. I personally have a 4 year old that has been with him for the last year. He is a bit on the younger side and can't necessarily shoot the ball into a standard height hoop, but he loves basketball! That being said, we want expose him to it as much as possible. In the last year he has gone from barely being able to dribble, to dribbling up and down the court with one hand, footwork, and basketball drills. While he doesn't play during the tournament style games at the end, he's able to keep up during the group trainings with the older kids that are grades 1-5. I can only imagine as he continues to train, the level he will be at once he actually gets to their age!

We came for an event and didn't find it all that comfortable to sit and enjoy. The chairs were zip…read moretied together making it a tight close fit for many. It appears to be very spacious in seating spacing so why the chairs attached to each other without a thought process to those who would be cramped. Not having the technical aspect of the event worked out prior to confirm the overall experience on points earned per event lacked. Standing is your best option.

My 6 year old has been so interested in gymnastics so I was so happy to find a place local to EG…read more we signed up on line for the trail with was a little confusing at first because it was asking for auto payments but that's only if you signed up. For our trail class my daughter was given a name tag and where to line up. There was no introduction to her instructor she just lined up and jumped right in. I really wish I was able to get a run down of what to expect but nevertheless my daughter still enjoyed the trail even tho it felt she was just thrown in. We have been signed up for 2 months and things are going great.

Sammy's Summer Club (through Consumnes CSD) has been a life saver for our family. My husband and I…read moreboth work full-time more than 40 hours per week. We are fortunate enough to be able to do a lot of the work from home. However, after month's without social interaction with other kids and us basically ignoring her during the day while were at the "office", we were all starting to lose it a bit. Our daughter's daycare hasn't reopened so we stumbled across Sammy's Summer Club. I'm can't tell you how thankful I am that we did. We've been to the Aquatic Center location for 2 weeks. After changed the program and increased the ages at the Aquatic Center, we signed up for a third week at the Pavillion in Elk Grove Regional park. Both locations have been very safety conscious. It's a large space so the kids are socially distanced at tables. They have the same seat and supplies all week. They have a clean pens with a dirty pen designation at sign in. Masks are required, if they are doing anything where they might be closer than 6ft apart. As for the program itself, my daughter is normally pretty shy and takes time to get used to new places. She loves her days there, doesn't cling to us when we leave, and is just generally happy to have something productive to do while we're working. She didn't even have a hard time when we switched locations (and we're talking about a girl that does not like to change her routine). We're feeling relief that we're not forced to use the TV as a baby-sitter during conference calls, ending up with emergency room visits or sifting through poop because she ate a glass bead (yep that happened), and that she's actually learning things that she likes to teach us in the evening. I swear were not horrible parents but things happen when you're trying to do too many things at once with your work days constantly dragging until midnight because of the constant distracts with a young one at home. We're very appreciative that they've been able to balance their services with safety and bring us some balance back into our lives. We'd recommend there programs to anyone even outside of the COVID situation.

Great coaches, great people great atmosphere love their facility very flexible hours. Their style…read moreof teaching Brazilian jujutsu is great.

I've been training Jiu-Jitsu for over 20 years and have been a black belt myself for more than a…read moredecade. In that time, I've trained all over the country and experienced a wide range of schools--but Waza BJJ stands out in every way. The owner, Derek Damano, is the real deal. He earned his black belt in 2006 from world champion Casio Werneck, and it shows in every class he teaches. On top of that, Derek is a Division 1 wrestler and has placed at multiple world-level international BJJ competitions. He's an elite athlete with an unparalleled depth of knowledge in grappling, both gi and no-gi, and one of the most well-rounded instructors you'll ever meet. Waza is home to a strong team of high-level black belts, and every assistant instructor brings their own flavor of excellence. The kids program is flourishing--the coaches are amazing, and the kids absolutely love being there. The environment is welcoming, structured, and fun. Beyond the instruction, the vibe at Waza is something special. Derek himself is probably one of the coolest guys in Jiu-Jitsu--laid-back, calm, funny, and just genuinely great to be around. He sets the tone for the entire academy. The facility is gorgeous--huge mat space, multiple bathrooms and changing areas, a clean waiting area for families, a kids' zone, and even a small cardio corner with machines for a quick workouts. Whether you're brand new to Jiu-Jitsu, looking for an amazing program for your kids, or already a black belt looking to sharpen your game, Waza BJJ is one of the best places you'll ever train. I personally love this place.

From start to finish, we had such a great experience here! We first started with a trial class for…read moremy daughter, and she loved it so much that we decided to book her 4th birthday party here -- and I'm so glad we did! We just wrapped up the party, and I can honestly say the customer service has been amazing from beginning to end. The owner, Robin, and another staff member (I believe her name was Sunny) hosted the party, and they were both incredibly patient, accommodating, easygoing, and brought such great energy and vibes to the entire experience. What I really appreciated was that it wasn't just "free play." They organized a variety of activities that kept kids of all ages engaged and having fun. Our birthday girl turned 4, and we had guests ranging from ages 1 to 12 -- plus the adults even had fun too! Overall, we were beyond impressed and so happy we chose to celebrate here. Huge thank you to Robin and Sunny for making my daughter's birthday so special. You both did an amazing job! Highly recommend!

I've met so many parents who raved about their kids loving My Gym. The reviews on Yelp also sold me…read moreto purchase the membership. I will admit our first class I was still skeptical and a little upset thinking this isn't for her. Could have been because I signed her up for an age range that met her age (2 years) all the way up to 9 years, Mighty Mixers. Gymsters class might've been a more suitable one to start her off with first. It's been 2 months since we've been attending classes and my daughter absolutely LOVES coming here. It's great social interaction for my toddler and it's amazing to see how much more strength and skills she's obtained in a short amount of time. I appreciate the ability to easily switch up your class time, mark absent, and schedule make ups all online. The staff we've encountered so far are all fantastic! They really hone in to each child's personality and skills while still maintaining a way to be fun. And they're so approachable, especially to the shy kiddos. My daughter actually shouts "YAY" when I say we've arrived to My Gym. Talk about having an impact! Can't wait to see where we are with her skills in another few months.

I absolutely love Mathnasium! It is a warm, welcoming and fun environment devoted only to math. How…read moreawesome! My kid loves going there as well. She is engaged with the prizes, and she is well beyond her class now in math. She thinks math is fun now! I also think the tutors are very kind, relateable and diverse which I appreciate. The Mathnasium staff also has excellent communication. The program is organized, and I love the special events they have such as Pi day, the Halloween party and many others.

I tried tutoring my son (freshman) myself but it would just leave both of us frustrated and in…read moreyelling matches. My friend referred us to Mathnasium when I told her my son was failing his math class. With only three months left in the semester, my son was able to pass the class. He is now doing physics and is thriving. I would definitely recommend Mathnasium.