"Beautiful architecture, nice place. Cloverdale Recreation…read moreCentre is a beautiful and modern space with great architecture. The wide glass windows and open design make it bright and welcoming. The surrounding landscape with trees and plants adds a calm atmosphere. A perfect place for community activities and relaxation. Definitely worth visiting!" AARON SHA PHOTO

Love this gym...lots of open gym and basketball...upstairs is a nice gym as well as downstairs!read more

Visited Langley Event Centre for Bandits basketball game (Vancouver vs. Montreal)…read more The premises has free parking which is nice, specially since vancouver event/sport centres don't usually have free parking. Food vendors included: white spot/triple Os, Papa Johns, beer, popcorn, and doughnut booths and a few other vendors. We got the pulled pork sandwich, fries, birria tacos from one of the vendors by the main entrance (I think it was called Northerners or something in those lines). The portions were decent and the dishes were tasty. My only feedback would be that the birria tacos could have used a bit more seasoning. The game was intense and the odds of Vancouver changed multiple times throughout the game. I took away one star because throughout the game they kept on mentioning that if the Montreal team missed 2 free throws in a row everyone would get a coupon for a free A&W burger. Towards the end of the game they missed 1 free throws...they didn't mention where to get them from. I asked the information desk on my way out and they said that there are people handing them out at the exit and if we don't then they are probably out of them...I'm not sure if it is because they didn't have enough to give out or if some people got more than one! (Note: when we left 30-60% of the attendees were still in the Stadium so I'm not sure how they ran out so early).

While in Vancouver for a weekend getaway, my husband and I decided to see if there were any…read moresporting events happening. We saw that the Vancouver Giants would be playing the Saskatchewan Blades. Before we got excited and purchased our tickets, we realized that the arena was about an hour away from downtown Vancouver. Ultimately, this did not deter us and we went out for a game on a Friday night. The arena itself is quaint - that is the best way to describe it. They offer a variety of food, such as burgers and hotdogs as well as poutine. There are milkshakes, popcorn, and of course, beer. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at the game, and watching the Vancouver Giants upset the Blades.

(I was searching for this as "Squamish Adventure Centre" but this looks like the right entry.)…read more I can't speak to the info desk or tours, but wanted to get just a cup of coffee on a drive back from Whistler to Vancouver. Plenty of parking, clean restroom, attractive building. I was delighted to turn the corner and see a top-notch coffee bar! Gleaming espresso machine, vacuum brewer, and a solo hand-press espresso machine on display. he Cortado and Americano were both really good. Just thrilled to walk in with low expectations for a carafe of anything caffeinated, and instead find a pro barista who cared and made magic in a take-out cup. Reasonably priced, quick, and takes Android Pay. Marking this one on my road map.

Good Resource | Good Wifi Connection…read more This is a great place to stop at and figure out what adventures you want to do -- biking, climbing, hiking...etc. There's a gift shop and mini cafe too. I had a large mocha and a banana nut bread while I sat by the window using the wifi.

Pretty cool. They have a gym, swimming pool, dry sauna, steam room, hot tubs, whirlpool, an ice…read morerink and a cafe. The gym is decent but the weight section seems jam packed full of equipment, which makes it difficult to move around and such when it's busy. The staff and trainers were all just kind of hanging out talking to each other but still helpful (A trainer came to help me when he noticed me staring at a machine with a confused look on my face and he didn't even make me feel stupid because I didn't know how to use it!) Standard sign up sheets for cardio machines but no one seems to really take notice, it was basically just grab whatever s available. The pool is huge and great. Loved the steam room and sauna, as they are both clean and spacious. Changing rooms are very large. The pool area is pretty empty if you go late morning/ early afternoon but the gym seems to always be busy. The restaurant boasts "fresh homemade snacks" on their website but I've only ever seen them serving hot dogs, hamburgers and sometimes those prepackaged sandwiches.

Since I have rediscovered my love for pools I've been coming here a lot, not 2 or 3 times a week…read morebut 6-7 times a week! The pool has 25m swimming lanes, 2 diving boards, warmer non lane swimming pool, big hot tub, steam room and sauna. The best part is $2 swim nights. From 9-10pm at it's $2 to go for a swim. They also have family swims on Sunday and Monday evenings they are earlier for $2. This is the reason why I'm there so often. Change rooms are ok, can be a little dirty at the end of a day but I'm used to that now. Also even though there are "no shoes" signs everywhere you can bring dedicated pool shoes like flip flops as long as they are clean. Don't be that guy that walks in with your dirty shoes on!

I will admit: this is the one Yelp review that i've kept putting off... the one that time and time…read moreagain, i've made excuses for... because this dear folks, this is my greatest secret. I currently possess a library of 700+ books. It's safe to say, i'm a full fledged bibliophile. And i'm damn proud of my collection. I've got the Booker prize winners since my year of birth (personally mission to read), almost all the Nobel Literature laureates in the same time frame, CBC Reads authors, Giller Prize winners and even a few of Oprah's picks. I've got a couple shelves of poetry; a good collection of coffee table books and a cupboard of doubles - perfect for any house warming/dinner party/birthday gift. My library largely came together in the last three years and in its entirety, should have cost me thousands to assemble. Except it didn't. And after getting scolded by my mother for keeping quiet about a good cause, i'll explain why: The White Rock Rotary Book Sale. Hold on now. Don't roll your eyes. I know what you're thinking but this isn't an ordinary book sale full of old text books, cookbooks and bad romance novels (though, if that's your cup of tea, they have those too). No no, this is a magical land where you can find the greatest of authors in almost pristine condition. I've found Jose Saramago's Blindness in mint condition hard cover. About 8 perfect copies of The English Patient (the non-movie cover); not to mention every other title from Mr. Ondaatje. An old school version of 100 Years of Solitude before they started with the hokey covers... the list goes on and on and on. The first time my mother and I went, we left with two boxes each. Over 250 books. Because here's the best part: Not only is this for a great cause. And has a great selection. But it's $3 a book or 3 for $5. GGAAAHHHHHH!!!!! We're so notorious at this sale, that not only do they know both of us by name, but the exceptionally helpful club members occasionally set aside authors they know I like and pass on "HA HA beat you to it!" messages when my mother gets there before me. In fact, they not only help you look for whatever title you happen to be seeking but if they DON'T have it, they will take your information and call you after the sale if they come across it while sorting through the new used books. Why? Because these are the NICEST PEOPLE IN EXISTENCE. My mother and I are so obsessed with this book sale of mythical proportions that we arrange work and travel dates around it. It's serious business. So i'm telling you...still slightly begrudgingly...but i'm telling you because these are fabulous people, hosting a fabulous GEM of a booksale for a fabulous cause. And you should support them. I'm going to get there before you anyway. PS. For those with little ones (or the aunties & uncles with little ones to spoil): they have a decent collection of children's books available "by donation." Check their website for upcoming dates & stories on other good stuff.

State of the art facility previously a rehab center if Im mistaken…read more Parking is never a problem,tons and its free. Theres one cafeteria inside,well atleast you can get some foods to relieved your hunger. One sports store inside i saw some sale bit i didnt buy anything. I was here for education a union educ,class roomr are big and well lighted,temperature is comfi... On my breaks i peep on some rooms that hosting some dance,sports,zumba etc. Very well maotained facility,neat and washrooms are immaculately clean..

Good experience at this community centre earlier this week where we attended a Zumba class…read more The reception staff were efficient and let us pay promptly which was appreciated as we were running late. We received the last few passes to attend the class and rushed upstairs to attend. Our instructor waited a few minutes for everyone to get settled before beginning the class and just like that we were off. As one song became another and the sweat started flowing it was apparent that our instructor really enjoyed the music and leading the class. It certainly didn't come naturally to me but in this case I think it's all about the rhythm, enjoyment and exercise. I would absolutely return for another class here. Nice facilities and welcoming to all.

I was just visiting South Arm Community Center one day as it was raining hard during my walk and…read morethought I'd seek shelter inside the center. I passed by a room where I saw senior citizens having fun singing and dancing. Someone waved for me to come in and I did. I had a good time. The singing was mostly funny in a way. No expert singers. Music's good and they provided little coffee and snacks. But most of all, as a senior retired, I was amazed at how good this center is and how inclusive. I was told that the big boss is Francis. His office just inside the Sing Along room and a good guy. Very accommodating and welcoming. I plan to fix my time and go back in the new year.

South Arm Community Centre is one of the most thoroughly equipped fitness facilities in Richmond…read more They have well trained staff and lots of programs. I was really impressed by the level of skill and expertise the fitness trainers have when they gave me a fitness consultation and helped me improve my own workout program.

*Review based mainly on the Gym*…read more South Surrey Indoor Pool definitely looks like it's been here before the newer gym facilities like Grandview Aquatic Center and South Surrey Recreation Center. The building isn't as bright and doesn't have the fancy upgrades but it still does its job as an aquatic center and gym. I generally only come here if South Surrey Rec is closed (since Indoor Pool will stay open an extra hour on weekends). The gym feels darker and more enclosed with the lower ceilings. It gives off a more underground gym feeling but it still has all the foundational equipment to get your workout done. They have a smith machine, squat rack, free weights, weighted cable machines and weighted bars. Everything is a little dated but still works. A dedicated space in the back for Cardio - equipped with ellipticals, treadmills, stationary and bikes. There's several TVs to view while you do your cardio as well. Overall, you can get a decent workout done without much fuss but make sure to bring your own headphones if you need a good jam to bring on the sweat because they don't play any music overhead. Plenty of free parking on the lot. When you scan in or pay for a drop-in session, they don't do wrist bands here unlike South Surrey Rec. Centre.

Here's the drill:…read more Wait for the (quinquagenarian, sexagenarian, septuagenarian, octogenarian, nonagenarian) to exit the piece of equipment that they have been monopolizing for the last half hour. Once your set is finished, move on to your next intended exercise, and wait the next half hour for that piece of equipment to be free from the grey set. While exercising, lose your concentration as your body is licked from head to toe by the scores of overzealous eyes. Change out of your sodden exercise attire in a malodourous change room that is dripping in bacteria, and the sexually maladjusted/frustrated. Hideous beyond description, and the sooner this tired old dinosaur is buried, the better!

A two story building. Nothing too wow. There is a pool, fitness gym and a library here. Parking is…read morelocated on the side of the building. It is located right across from Guildford mall. Convenient to get to. It is open to the public for use. People even made good use of the hallway for hip hop classes. They offers daily, monthly and annual passes to use their facilities. It is inexpensive because this community center is for public use and is part of the BC public recreation centers (partially taxpayer funded).

Unfortunately, my 21 year old nephew and I experienced an near fatal drowning in 1 of the deep…read morepools. The life guards were not doing their job and didn't notice my nephew drowning then grab onto me which made me drownd, but luckily I was able to get on to my back to get us safely to the edge of the pool where we could breathe and get all of the water out of our bodies. Now here we are 2 months later and my nephew won't go in the water again because he said "the life guards don't do their job" and is afraid of drowning again. BTW, a life guard did see us, she was casually strolling towards us as we got to the edge of the pool and just asked us if we were ok, as the pool water gushed out of our noses and mouthes. I did make a formal complaint but nothing came it. I also recently spoke with a guard for advice on how to support him with his trauma and the guard said to give him a floating device. So, its hopeless to expect them to care, because they don't.