Wow, what an experience! Had never been to any type of rock climbing gym before I visited this one…read moreand I was a little nervous. Heights aren't exactly my thing. The guy working, Max, was so super friendly! He walked us through all the safety instructions and was very patient with all the questions I had for him. This gym has harnesses and ropes so once you get to the top you just push yourself off the wall and "float" down. It was so much fun!!! He also gave helpful tips on how to successfully make it up the wall (it is not as easy as you may think!). My friend and I went on a Tuesday afternoon and we were the only ones in the rock climbing area which was super nice! We got Max's undivided attention. Though they also have indoor soccer here and we were told that they have games and tournaments that I would love to come back and watch.

The location of this place is quite a challenge to get to. Google maps isn't of any help either. If…read moreyou are coming from 59 north, take Bellaire/Fondren exit and once you get on the feeder Rd, take the first left past Italian Superbikes building. Once you see an open lot on your right side with luxury cars parked in it then YOU MADE IT! If you're coming from 59 south, take Hillcroft/West Park exit, make a u-turn and follow the latter half of the first instruction. I honestly circled around that placed about 3 to 4 times and I was almost ready to give up and go home lol. Trust me, the instructions above will save you time and FRUSTRATION. Place looks a bit sketchy I'll give you that, but I thought to myself.. hey if there are tons of luxury cars here, I know my car will be the last thing people will even bother messing with. TRUTH. Btw, I figured.. those cars belong to those guys who plays soccer in the same establishment. They have indoor soccer field as well. Now that we got that taken care of, we move on to the important stuff. This was my first indoor wall climbing experience and I was excited, scared, anxious - all the same time. I've always been interested in wall climbing but never really had the guts to actually try it out. I came here clueless, thinking I was going to depend on my cousin (who came along with me and who is also an experienced climber) to deal with my what-to-do and how-to-do kind of stuff questions. Luckily, Sergio (the instructor) was patient and accommodating enough to address my shenanigans. He thoroughly explained the rules, how-tos, and whatnot. He was also very generous enough to offer us a 50% discount our next climb! Set-up was pretty basic and straight to the point. You start on the right side if you're a beginner and gradually move your way to the left side as you get more advanced. It can be a little intimidating at first but you'll eventually get the hang of it. The routes/tracks are changed on a monthly basis if I remember correctly. The wall, equipments, and the area are vert well-kept! Absolutely coming back and recommending to friends. Such a challenging yet enjoyable experience!

Great staff, great climbing, and a great atmosphere! There are occasional birthday parties, so call…read moreahead if you are on auto-belay without a buddy. Overall, 10/10 climbing gym!

inSPIRE is spacious and offers a great variety of walls for rock climbing for all skill levels. I…read morecome here to boulder, and they have a small but really fun selection of routes. I haven't had the chance to try the rope climbing walls yet, but I will be sure to next time. This was my second visit, with my first time being about a month ago. Unfortunately, I noticed that the bouldering wall hasn't changed since then. I will also add that the mats are quite worn down and have patched up spots. While the gym seems to place a stronger emphasis on rope climbing - which is great for those who enjoy it - it feels like the bouldering section is being a bit neglected. Which is unfortunate because I really like the bouldering routes here! I hope inSPIRE can give their bouldering sections a little more love. I would also kindly suggest to turn up the AC a little more. It is quite warm upstairs. Overall, inSPIRE is a fantastic climbing gym for people who are more rope climbing oriented. The bouldering section has so much potential to be better, and I hope they can focus on it a little more!

NINE Iron Sports athletes made it to Las Vegas NATIONAL Finals. That's 9 out of 86 athletes across…read morethe country. Out of curiosity I looked up how many ninja gyms there are in the US... 191. That means, if every gym was equal, they would send less than 1/2 of an athlete... Iron sports sent NINE! BOOM Do you want to be a champion? You can be one here. If you just want fun, oh my gosh.... when my daughter had her 6th birthday party this year, my favorite part of the entire event was watching the looks on all the parents' faces. Every one of them was beaming. It is FUN watching your kid do this stuff. And inspiring too... cuz guess who started working out??? Me. The coaches are supportive and encouraging. When they see SuzieQ working on something (not in class, just on her own) they whoop and cheer her victories. They say hello when she walks in. She's six, but they say hello. They acknowledge her. That's vital because it builds a sense of belonging.

This gym gave me total life... I walked in and the check in guy asked me if I liked pain (right as…read moreI signed off on the waiver). ... Crazy joke, but my answer was nooooooo.... Anywho, they were nice to escort me to the locker area. It was nice and tidy. Had a ladies shower and a restroom. The gym is a bit laxed, so it started off a bit rocky in that I didnt realize that the class has started without me. We started the class running laps outside. And came in for some heavy stretching and overheas bar work! That's when things got real. Tip no. 1 dont wear gloves, use plenty of hand/climbing chalk. It makes a great difference. Also, when you want to store things in the lockers, bring your own lock! They dont have any there. We transitioned into squats and intense leg work... Woooooooooow (Im still feeling it today). We moves upstairs, where I found a Ninja Warrior's dream. It was everything from Rock Climbing Walls (easy, medium, and hard), to overhead bars, overhead balls (of all sizes). It was aweeeeeeesome!!! The instructors, Sam & Sam, were doubly awesome! They made sure that an amateur Ninja Warrior like me did not feel left out, modified exercises to help me build my endurance and strength, and helped me make sure I did them correctly to prevent injury. We finishes the class by completing an intense ab workout!!! Although I am super sore today, I loved the class and will def be back!

Most amazing gym I ever went to if you're in the area they have everything plus you don't have to…read morebe a student it's only $15 for a day pass (:

During a power outage in May, I took a shower at the student center. They were understanding of my…read moresituation and allowed me to use the facilities.

This is a great neighborhood YMCA with a good variety of amenities and classes. One of the biggest…read morehighlights is the outdoor pool, which is heated during the winter and stays open year-round unless temperatures drop below freezing. The pool also has a 9-foot deep end and a few lap lanes. One downside is there's very little shade around the pool area. Inside, there are free weights and cardio areas, basketball courts, TRX setup, and several group fitness rooms offering classes like yoga, pilates, Zumba, pickleball, and other fitness programs. The instructors and staff have always been very friendly and welcoming. The men's and women's locker rooms also include a steam sauna and hot tub, which are nice amenities. However, the steam saunas are frequently closed or broken for maintenance, so I'd recommend calling ahead to confirm what's currently working before visiting. Another downside is that the lockers require you to bring your own lock--they do not have built-in combination locks like many newer gyms. They offer memberships for different age groups, and another huge plus is the free covered parking garage. However, during weekday evenings (around 6 p.m.), the garage can get pretty full due to after-work crowds and youth programs. I've been a YMCA member for several years and would definitely recommend this location.

I chose this gym bc of the pool and bc it doesn't allow filming inside the fitness center which in…read moretodays age it is an amazing experience to be able to workout without fear of ending up on social media without without your consent. I also like the weight room as it has an impressive selection of smith machines and cardio equipment such as the treadmills which have fans incorporated into their machines. There are 3 things I have noticed that I don't like: 1. the weight room doesn't have a bench that allows you to do workouts in declined mode and the staff wouldn't let me donate a commercial bench with that option. so Declined DB or BB press cannot be done which is strange as it is offered at most corporate gyms. 2. DB selections for the most common weights sets such as 10-25 lb are lacking with only 1 set of DB weights per designated weight for a gym that might have 15 people working out in free weight room (the very least offer *3 sets of 12 lb dumbbells). 3. the men's locker rooms wooden benches and the three leather seats by the tv are stinky dirty and we know this bc every-time I placed my towel on the seats or the bench to change out of my clothes; this foul smell is left on the towel. The smell is so potent that it transfers to my gym bag like trash left out on the sun for several days and I find myself having to wash the towel and the gym bag just to get the homeless stench off. I have learned to avoid the men's locker room like a plague and instead use the lockers found across the gym to put my belongings.

We had dinner nearby and decided to check this place out. From a distance, the facility looks quite…read morenice and well maintained. It has a library, swimming pool, soccer fields, basketball courts, and I believe there's a tennis court as well. Since it was already close to closing time at 8 pm, we didn't get a chance to go inside, but the facilities appear to be fairly new. There were quite a lot of people around, with families walking, kids playing sports, and people enjoying the different amenities. It was nice to see such a diverse group of people making good use of this public space. There's also a walking trail, so it's a nice place to bring the family or simply come by yourself for a leisurely walk, some fresh air, or a little people-watching. I didn't notice any public restrooms outside, though, so that's something to keep in mind. Overall, it seems like a great community facility and a nice place to spend some time outdoors.

It may have taken a few years, but the Alief Neighborhood Center finally came into fruition early…read morelast year to help revitalize one of Houston's most vibrant neighborhoods. For both outdoor and indoor activities, this is an incredible option for folks in the community. The space is substantial with a bevy of options that include a skatepark, swimming pool, tennis courts, an enormous children's playground, and lots of room for folks looking to exercise outdoors. It is a pet friendly area and a perfect destination for families, social gatherings, and even special occasions. Parking is abundant all throughout the property. The neighborhood center includes a gym + fitness center (#1), basketball courts, and indoor walking track. There are venue spaces for both adults and children for up to 25 people at no cost. There is also after school enrichment programs for kids, teens, and additional programs for seniors. There are volunteer opportunities and community development programming throughout the year. Because it's still fairly new, the facilities and everything are in good shape. Time will tell if they will be able to maintain it but for now it serves as an ideal resource for folks looking to get active and be a part of the Alief community. Best of all, it's all free. __________ (#1) Note: there is no shower or sauna.

Came to the pool for a private birthday party and the kids (3 and 5) had a blast! I don't know how…read morebusy the pool gets during open times but there were about 40 families here and it was great. Shaded seating and tables, the Noah's Ark kiddie pool with small slides and fountains, and of course the main large pool with diving boards and a water slide for big kids. There was something for everyone and a great idea for kids birthdays with a large amount of people! Clean restrooms are also a plus. It was closed today but there's a concession stand and during the week and they don't allow outside food and drinks (unless it's a privately booked party) so do not bring a cooler of snacks and drinks. Lots of fun for us and the kids, and a great location for a birthday party!

This review is for the pool. Super dirty large pool and Noah's Ark kid pool with murky water, lots…read moreof floating debris (hair, bugs, leaves), and brown growth along the bottom of the kid pool. The floating gator has seen better days and is torn with exposed foam. The water temps weren't even cold during summer. At $8 per person they should reinvest in a deep clean and some maintenance STAT.

What a fun surprise…read more Went to the library next door to Camden Park to pick up a Book Club book. Surprised to stumble upon this cute park. Pulled in by the blue skies and fluffy clouds. Crossed the bridge to find a beautiful urban landscape. The park is just 3.5 acres, but it is filled with so many features. A playground. A dog park. Lots of flowers. Lawn chairs and swings. And a Sunday Press where you can get a bite to eat. So much fun to enjoy the landscape on a beautiful sunny day in early spring. Plenty of parking available at the Camden Park/Library lot. Just cross the bridge to a great urban park.

Excellent park with air conditioning in the bathroom with enough space for all the kids to be in…read morethe family restroom. There are some blind spots which is hard but otherwise it's nice with the games, books, and shaded sitting areas. The water play area is nice as well.