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.

Overpriced and scammy canceling policies. Gym is straight out of the 1970s with the equipment to…read morematch. Staff are a bunch of smug children.

Review for summer camp only…read more My son attended summer camp for a week this summer and we won't return/recommend. He told me they basically watched shows/movies and went to the gym which is fine but I paid for him to do something more hands on and learning. Plenty of other camps to explore in houston.

First question asked to me when I checked into this place was, "Did you purchase the yelp deal?" I…read morewas not there for their normal services, which includes kid tutoring and afterschool programs. I was there because my wife wanted something fun and different for my daughter to do on her 8th birthday. You cannot use the yelp deal on a birthday party package, so my answer is a resounding, "I would have, if I could have!" I must start off by stating that the staff is really nice and they genuinely seem to enjoy children. My daughter was having a fairy party, and her and her female friends enjoyed themselves being girly. I must point out that they started off shooting hoops, so no true gender bias here! There were multiple rooms with multiple themes, which included a music room with guitars and keyboards. You know anytime children have a chance to make noise in a place that you bring them to have fun, they will not spare those decibels! The children were treated to dressing as a fairy, designing and building a home that would be in an enchanted forest, if such a thing existed. That included glitter and moss to make sure the house was pretty! The girls also dipped their hands in salts to soften their skin so when they put on makeup and polish their fingers, they were feeling pretty and pampered. All in all, it was a great time had by the girls, and the facilities are decent. The staff ensured each female left happy, so I could not ask for more from them. Professional, friendly staff mixed with multiple activities for your child leads to good memories. Consider them the next time you have a birthday party to throw. Also look in them for the multiple scholastic enhancement programs designed to get your kid growing in multiple areas of life.

The Fay School offers a truly exceptional elementary education experience and is one of Houston's…read moretop-tier private schools. It is a nondenominational institution, and the faculty is incredible, so welcoming, and deeply invested our children's growth, both academically and personally. Its outdoor education program is amazing. Students are given opportunities to explore, take risks, and develop confidence beyond the classroom. Fay is intentional about shaping well-rounded individuals, not just strong students. They teach emotional intelligence which is invaluable. Beyond academics, the sense of community is truly special. From the moment you join, you feel like part of a family. You are supported, valued, and connected. The school also has a unique way of "doing everything big," whether it's events, programs, or celebrations, creating a vibrant and enriching experience for both students and parents. Our time at Fay was incredibly positive. They have frequent alumni reunions as well, and I am still friends with some of the teachers.

We've been going here about half a year and my child absolutely loves it. We are thankful for the…read morefaculty and staff and he has really grown and thrived both academically and as an individual. When the environment is right then your child can thrive and be more open to learning.

Bluey camp I bought this as an Eid gift for my children. We…read moreare definitely a bluey household. My daughter had a bluey themed birthday party just about a month earlier, and most of her clothes are adorned with bluey and bingo. So when I saw that this camp was in town, I knew we had to make it. First things first, which is that we spent just a couple of dollars short shy of $200 for our family of 7 (baby was free so we only bought 6 tickets). At least they didn't charge for the baby, although I'm always annoyed when things like this charge for adults. The check in process was easy and the girl who gave us the tour going in (Sophia) was fun and easy going. You pretty much explore the house for 50 minutes, before you actually are able to meet bingo and bluey. So you're essentially killing time for about an hour. When we came in, they played keepy uppy and had a little dance party later and coloring sheets. It was essentially what I did at my daughter's birthday party, but with strangers. I do wish they had more fun things going on. They definitely could have incorporated more. Because giving kids coloring shades seem like a cop out... That could have been something to just give the kids before they left. Having a dance party and playing keepy uppy is nice, but I felt like the people working there could have done more things or had more fun. A few of the people seem to stay "in character", but some were just doing their job. The house had details from the show, but it also could use a good cleaning and update some of the things. Almost an hour of that seemed to have lulls. I didn't mind it too much because I started feeding my baby, but I can see how just following your kid around in a house would get tiring when they want to see their favorite characters. We finally got to meet bluey and bingo and the person in that room was great about taking our pictures. They informed us that taking the pictures with them would be $15, so we opted to just take pictures on our phone. Whe we were leaving, they had Johnny pops Popsicles in a freezer and I was going to get six of them for our family and they informed me that they are only for kids, even though they charged for the adults. So that was a bummer, but also unnecessary. I asked for one for my younger daughter, and girl at the counter laughed, and I said I was serious. The girl at the counter literally would not give me a popsicle for my other daughter who had to go to the restroom, and waited for her to come back from the restroom just to hand her a popsicle. It left a sour taste in my mouth even though it was not sherbert (get it? Bluey reference). We spent almost $200 and could not have been given less than $8 worth of Popsicles. Ridiculous. Other than that girl with black hair and glasses, everyone else over there is going to be helpful and nice, and it was a fun experience for my children.

I was so excited to schedule Bluey Camp for my girls. My 2 year-old, 12 year-old, and even husband…read moreenjoy the show and we had family costumes for Halloween this past year. I accidentally scheduled for a morning session and put an afternoon time in my calendar. When I realized it, I was so disappointed. I called, and the representative I talked to was so kind and told us to go ahead and come as we were a small party. Even though they were sold out, they fit us in. The instructions to get there were a bit confusing because the store they used as a reference on the website was no longer there. However, we were grateful for parking and floor instructions. The experience was geared towards younger kids, so my 12 year-old wasn't super entertained. But she did say it was a nice experience for our little. Nothing a good sushi dinner afterwards couldn't make up for. The activities were great. My little was so excited and the wonder in her eyes was priceless. It was a bit warm in there, so that would be feedback for making it comfortable for patrons. And it looked like there was once a working photo opportunity at the end. I appreciate the representative that took photos for us with our phone. Overall, I think it was a great experience. I paid a lower price for planning ahead (even though I got the time wrong). I like the concept!

This was our first time in Kidventure. My kids went to Camp holly in memorial area and had their…read morefirst ever worst experience of summer camp. They complained alot about the following every day: Teachers screaming alot with exception of few. Kids bullying and no one did anything about it until last minute. Some kids got favored over other kids and received more activities such as treasure boxes and etc. I asked them to rate their experience every day from 1 to 10 and in except few days, their rating was never 5. My kids kept asking when they go back to school? They simply preferred to be at school than in summer camp. I had no other choice but to keep them there for half summer but will not repeat this mistake again. It sounded more like a child care facility than a camp. I checked with other families and mostly had the same experience. Although if you talk to customer service, they are very professional and will do what they can to accommodate you but overall the Kidventure is not a fun camp at all. Most camp teachers are very young kids in their teens or early twenties so im not surprised with their level of service. Overall, i wish I had done more research. You can't find any reviews about Kidventure anywhere except in their own website so I wanted to share my kid's experience with everyone else.

5 Stars This…read morewill be our 3rd year with Kidventure and our child loves all of their experiences! 1. Field trips on a chartered bus and AMAZING places to go 2. The counselors are experienced, engaged, super sweet and caring 3. Lunch selection are always healthy 4. Swimming is a bonus and safe with multiple life guards!! Kidventure is the ONLY kids camp that I will ever choose!!! Goooo Kidventure!!!

Years later and I stiill give St. Luke's a summer camp 5 stars. The have the most amazing, fun…read more"field trips" like Go Carts, water parks, movies, etc. My son missed last summer due to moving to the suburbs and he definitely missed it. We will definitely be doing some camp sessions this year. The great part is you can choose some or all weeks (excluding some holidays). The counselors are top notch aardvark I don't worry about my child when I'm at work. 10/10 recommend.

Our son has been attending summer camp for 2 years at St Luke's and it'll be his third year in a…read morerow. He loves the counselors, the activities and the environment. He has attended other summer camps in prior years but enjoyed St Luke's by far. Summer camp is a lot of fun, the pool is open, they have field trips every Friday and more. He enjoyed summer camp so much, that last year we decided to do after school there as well. They offer other activities as well, so he is taking Taekwondo and a science/stem class this semester (took tennis previously as well). He does his homework there as well. All in all, an awesome place.

My 8 and 5 yearold attended Camp Jam for the first time this year. It was five full days filled…read morewith music, art, crafts, and so many different activities. In music, they were introduced to a variety of instruments including violin, recorder, keyboard, and ukulele. I was amazed that in just a few short hours over several days, they were able to learn the basics and even perform on the violin on the final day. This experience inspired me to purchase two violins and plan for them to start lessons afterward. I truly appreciate Mr. Barry and all the teachers for their dedication and care. My kids are already looking forward to next year's camp!

My older son went to the camp in the past 3 summers, and he wants to go back next year as well! It…read moreis always enjoyable for the parents to watch all the performance on the last day, and discovered how much he had learnt. We bought a violin from the organizer this year, and he started his journey with a violin teacher after the camp! It is a good deal to find out if the kid is committed or not (and invest in a good one when the child needs a full-size). So far, he is not putting up a fight to practicing at home!

My daughter went to camp here last year. The experience she had was so incredible. The counselors…read moreto the directors are very sharp and nice people. It is not too far from home and very new and clean. I am guessing this camp is less than five years old but the construction and thought process behind the layout is wonderful. They have a huge slide that goes into the lake. They have a theatrical theater, new, clean, very nice cabins that have AC. They keep out fresh fruit as snacks, and my daughter being a vegetarian had no problem at all. The leaders of this camp base everything (from what I can tell) about developing your daughter into a strong independent person. They stress the great women in history and the impact they made on our lives. They lead your child into coming home full of confidence and pride in the things they accomplished with out your help. My daughter did one week last year but it will be two this year. This camp made a huge impression on her life and I am excited to see how she grows in the next session this summer. This is a very nice safe and protected place for you child. I often look at the picture on her wall hanging out in front of her cabin , messing around with her friends, having the time of her life. Sincerely, Papa Bear.

My daughters have been going to this camp for 5 years. Every year, they count down the days until…read morethey can go again. It's been a magical place for them. I'm so happy that Piper and Popsie (the leaders) have been part of our lives. Some of my favorite stories my girls have shared.... When my youngest daughter went for the first couple years, she had a "big sister" from the 9th grade leadership girls. The big sisters are supposed to grant wishes for the little sisters. Well, my daughter wanted to stop time. So, her "big" got everyone in the camp to agree that if my daughter yelled "Freeze!" in the dining hall, everyone would stop in place for five seconds. It was an empowering moment to know her wish could come true in such a creative way. Another year, my older daughter was struggling with some friendship issues. When the counselors ended up giving her the firelighter award - as someone who represented the spirit of camp - her entire self-perception changed in a very positive way that carried forward out of camp. This year, the middle school girls wrote everything they didn't like about themselves on post its, stuck them on their counselors, then ripped the post-its to shreds... so they knew they could destroy the power those things had over them. On top of all these amazing self-empowerment moments, camp is just fun! My girls come back learning new songs, happy about new friends, and exhausted from having so much activity for two solid weeks. And they even rave about the food. We heart CLC.