The YMCA is more than a gym, they also provide information relevant to many members. This Lunch and…read moreLearn was about creating a budget and sticking to it. The value I think many of us gained through this class was the info we shared with each other. One thing was a pharmacy company, Cost Plus Drugs, which is on line. My friend has a drug she takes which is $78 a month here it would be around $12; quite a savings! It nice the Y does this besides book club, birthday celebration for the month, seasonal luncheon, arts and crafts, bingo, etc

Great staff and facility. Julie has been a great help on many occasions. The e-gym equipment is…read moregreat as is the gym and tennis and pickleball courts.

We've been part of the Jewish Community Alliance childcare and youth programs for over a decade,…read moreand I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions our family ever made. Both of my daughters practically grew up there. What started as childcare became a true second home -- a place where they were known, encouraged, and genuinely cared for. The staff never treated them as just another name on a roster. They invested time, patience, and heart into helping them grow not only socially, but academically as well. Today they are confident, respectful, and motivated young adults, and I credit much of that foundation to the nurturing environment JCA created for them year after year. The programs balance structure with fun, responsibility with belonging, and education with character development. If you are looking for a youth program where your children will be supported, challenged, and valued, JCA delivers. We are deeply grateful to the dedicated staff who helped shape our daughters into the people they are becoming.

We were introduced to the JCA because we were looking for a community pool. We got so much more…read morethan that! We joined their gym, we have attended some of their many cultural activities and participated in other activities that are offered. The best part of JCA is the staff. They are some of the sweetest, kindest and knowledgeable people. Try it out-you won't be disappointed.

The 7 year old went for summer camp. I went with the 3 week deal, choosing animals, space, and game…read moredesign weeks. The program is really good and kept the kid's brain fresh for the new school year. They give a presentation at the end of the week showing off their favorite creations and demonstrating how they work. The advanced campers shared the steps taken to create their masterpieces. Sometimes the robots didn't work and the campers handled the mishaps pretty well I think. The like that the campers were supportive of each other and didn't tease when it wouldn't work. At the end of the presentation they received a metal. I think the kid said if they were there for 5 weeks they would get a trophy. She got 3 metals. Coach K was a great leader and I felt confident leaving the 7 year old at the camp. I like the scanner sign in system. She will be returning next year for sure.

I went to a summer camp here a few times and it was great! The people are supportive and helpful,…read moreand I learned a lot and had an awesome time.

Amazing place in the middle of Jacksonville. The original nature and conservation school. I would…read morerecommend this to anyone interested in getting their kids away from the blue screen.

Saying Thank you to the staff and Manager Lia at Happy Acres Ranch wouldn't suffice! I really…read morewanted the most authentic country setting for my reception the team at Happy Acres Ranch took my dream and made it a REALITY! From the beautifully decorated outdoor venue to the beautiful horse entrance HAR made my husband's and I reception a magical event starring us.

Usually everything is fine. Today there was a man in a Deadpool shirt. Saying lewd comments while…read morelittle girls were getting snacks. The girl asked for pop corn. The mom said pirate booty? And the guy in the Deadpool shirt said I want some of that, sounding like he was talking about the woman's booty. He brushed it off saying oh she was talking about the kids that is to bad. I am another mom. If I hear this person or anyone else talking like that again while my kids are there I will be forced to find a new gym to bring them to. He did not seem to have kids and looked as if he was flirting with the lady sitting at the front desk. I am utterly disgusted by this. There is small girls wearing skirts, unitards, and other revealing clothing for gymnastics. This guy should not be around little girls talking in this manner.

The skill and genuine caring for the kids with this staff is amazing! From the first day my…read moredaughter started here, I witnessed how attentive coaches were with the children. My daughter has improved so much with her tumbling because the coaches are giving critiques and assisting her over and over again to help her complete a stunt correctly. The atmosphere is great, the gym is clean and everyone seems to love what they do. Any interactions I've had with coaches wether after practice or at the desk has been very friendly and helpful. We hope to continue at this facility for years to come!!

I cannot say enough good things about Camp Chippewa! Granted, it's been 10 years since my twin sons…read morehave attended, but I'm pretty sure things are much the same. I discovered Camp Chippewa when my boys were about 7 years old. We started off with school holidays and then summer camp shortly thereafter. My sons went to Camp Chippewa until they were too old to go anymore - when they turned 13! I understand that owner Mr. George Burrell retired about 5 years ago, but sold the camp to his long time managers. The camp is still in good hands. My sons and I still talk about Camp Chippewa and "Mr. George" as if it were yesterday. So many happy times there! Most days when I picked my boys up from summer camp, they were tired, sweaty and dirty lol. Sometimes they would even fall asleep on the way home! This is because they were outside all day playing, swimming, riding horses, fishing, canoeing, and more. The only time they were inside is if the temp just got too crazy hot, or it was raining/storming. The camp counselors were great. Every year, there were always some counselors from countries around the world. This exposed the kids to different cultures and languages. Also many former campers return in the summer to be counselors when they are too old to attend themselves. When my boys turned 13, on their birthday and very last day ever at Camp Chippewa, the staff had a party for them. It was truly a sad day for us, but oh, the memories! If you don't want your children to be sitting inside a day care building all day watching TV...if you want them to get outside and play in the mud, get fresh air, they need to be at Camp Chippewa! Note that summer camp is (or at least was when my boys went) a day camp, not a sleepover camp. However, if you ever longed to go to a real sleepaway camp or wanted your kids to, maybe in the mountains, like you see on TV and movies...Camp Chippewa is that kind of place,has all those activities, but is a day camp. Also, at least when my sons attended, the cost was comparable to any other day care situation in town. But in every other way, Camp Chippewa was more!! Camp Chippewa is tucked away in a residential area off Southside & Bowden Road. You'd never know it was there, though, unless you knew it was there! It is a huge area, but fits nicely into the surrounding neighborhood. You owe it to yourself and your kids to check out Camp Chippewa!

They had lots of well deserved good reviews. It's wonderful to have such a great outdoor summer…read morecamp in the middle of Jacksonville. This was my son's first year there and they kept him busy all day. He loves his counselors, many from out of the country, and had such a fantastic experience. This was a tough year for them and we were very happy with how they managed everything. He can't wait for next summer.

We absolutely love NDLC!!! We are so happy with everything this daycare provides. The teachers are…read moreamazing, the faculty is so helpful and goes above and beyond. Our son has learned so much and it truly amazes us seeing his growth and development thanks to NDLC.

My wife found this place by online reviews and proximity to her work. Needless to say we are…read moreextremely happy to have found it. My daughter seems happy to be there, has made friends, has developed a great appetite because of the variety of food they serve, and has developed at a great pace for her age. The building seems like a safe place and the staff has been very friendly. Would bring another child here in the future.