I had high hopes for this program for my 3 boys because they love the game and it is right around…read morethe corner, but I was very disappointing. More babysitting than anything. The staff was nice, but i felt they just did not teach at the right level. My sons either felt overwhelmed or bored. The came back from class very frustrated. I would have liked them to continue this program because it is so close to our home, but my boys protested so much. Would not recommend unless they change things up.

Although we had issues with the subway the first time we scheduled, the second time was a real…read moresuccess. I can't speak for the classes or clinics. I might give them a try this Fall downtown. However, we purchased a Living Social coupon for a 1-on-1 lesson and were assigned Maurice Maxwell, who was a small forward for UMass. Maurice was nice, patient, and very knowledgeable. Indeed, my son who is 13 and plays video games morning to night, by the end of the session actually noticeably acquired skills (including cross over, looking up while dribbling to the basket, shooting from further away on a layup and defending against someone). I highly recommend Maurice, who actually made an appointment and met us a couple of blocks away from our house in Brooklyn Heights, which was great. Thanks Maurice and Basketball Stars of NY for getting a couch potato off the couch, up, moving, and actually enjoying playing basketball. He looks forward to our next session.

My 8 yrs old twin grandsons belong to this academy. I love the discipline. I love the respect they…read moreget from the coaches. I love the respect the players get from each other. It is not just basketball, they learn how to respect each other.

I just registered at Hoops Academy NYC for my kid and let me tell you, it has been THE BEST…read moreexperience. The primary focus of the youth basketball academy is not limited to the game; bringing life skills, discipline, and teamwork is where the fun and love for the game evolve. The coaches are truly dedicated to the profession and they know perfectly well how to work with kids of all ages and skill levels. The basketball training given to kids is structured and designed to develop the basics of the game, formulating strategies and ensuring physical fitness. My child has not only honed in basketball skills but also boost in confidence and sportsmanship. The culture of the academy is enriching and motivating, which makes it the right place for a young athlete to come of age and rise.If you are in need of a high-quality basketball academy in NYC, I will advise you to choose Hoops Academy NYC. That is exactly what they realize; that as much as kids need to be excelling in the game, they also need to succeed life outside the court.

Came to this place for the first time last weekend with a friend that plays for the league…read more This place is amazing to train for your next game, even if your coming as a walk in to the batting cages or if your tying to join a team. They have different coaches all well trained and highly experienced in the baseball fields. You can also join a club and take classes to better your self. The place itself is very spacious it has a section for exersice lift weights as well do yoga and many more. They also have a store up stairs with custom made bats and gloves and other accessories that will come in handy as a baseball player. They also have a section with water, Powerade and Gatorade plus other sweet snacks that will get you going. If you need to find a trainer for your self, a coach, or want to join a baseball team you should come here they train all ages. One of the things that was a real eye catcher for me was the programs they offer. SEASONAL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS: Transportation from school to location and back to school. FALL/SPRING OUTDOORS: Randall Island WEEKEND BASEBALL TEAMS: Summer/fall/SPRING Travel Baseball Teams Recreational Baseball Teams Professional Coaches w/Major League and College Experience. WINTER INDOORS MY SLUGGERS BASEBALL ACADEMY INDOORS FACILITY

This recreation center is an affordable option for a gym. There's a spin room with at least 10 soul…read morecycle bikes. There's a fitness room with about 10 different types exercise machines. The machines are pretty clean and modern. I still recommend that you wipe it down. You never know. The room may seem overwhelming and cramped with all the machines. But once you're in the zone, it doesn't matter. Ive been here between 1 and 3 Monday to Friday. Its pretty empty between 1 and 2. But the afternoon starts coming in around 2. I've sometimes had the fitness room all to myself. :-) This rec center also has a basketball gym and a computer room. The staff is quite helpful and welcoming. Some of them even walk around and check in on guests. They offer a range of classes, from fitness to computer literary. I've been to their afternoon spin class, and I found it invigorating. The instructor was good. She was encouraging and enthusiastic.

While the park surrounding it is nice, the center itself is closed off in the middle of a weekday…read morewith homeless people sleeping outside it. I think it's seen better days.

A public park which has 2 basket courts and a children playground located across from NYU Langone…read moreHospital. Basketball courts were a little rundown and needed repairs. Children playground provided many fun equipment was in full use though when I visited during lunchtime. Park was very clean and well attended by staff sweeping bench seating areas. The park gives the community and hospital staff a place to play, relax on breaks or to have an outdoor lunch. I enjoyed my time at the park after spending much of my morning at the hospital waiting room.

We love Breakaway Hoops! My son has learned so much since he…read morestarted to play here and Coach Wilky is a great teacher and role model for the kids! They also offer Holiday programs when school is out and their summer camps are really good!

I am truly disappointed and find it highly disturbing that someone like this is working with…read morechildren and lacks the self-control expected of an adult. My nephew's maternal grandmother found this program and thought it would be a great opportunity for him just before school starts back in September 2026. Unfortunately, by the third day, it had already turned into a completely bad experience. There were only five kids in total, and my nephew was the oldest. Despite being 13 and physically big, he's not a street kid or aggressive, but this grown man seemed to have serious anger issues and appeared to enjoy picking on the kids. According to my nephew, they were doing drills when he started throwing his ball along with the other kids. Suddenly, this man began screaming at him and told him to sit on the sidelines. My nephew asked why, especially since his aunt had paid for him to be there, and explained he didn't know throwing the ball was wrong because the other kids were doing the same. Yet, the man continued yelling aggressively. Then, in a challenging and threatening tone, he told my nephew to throw the ball again as if expecting him to fail or do something "wrong." When my nephew complied, the man quickly approached him, puffing up his chest and nearly touching him, yelling even more. My nephew asked him if he was looking to fight. Later during the lunch break, the man called my nephew's grandmother, lying that my nephew had tried to fight him. Here is my concern: if a child did something you didn't want, there is a respectful way to address it without making them feel attacked. As the adult, your role is to teach and mentor the children, not to yell and scream at them. Parents and relatives pay for these programs with the expectation that kids will learn and have fun, not be subjected to intimidation and aggression. And then to escalate matters by calling the parents with false accusations? That shows a complete lack of integrity. We all have misunderstandings, but asserting authority through yelling, talking down to kids as if they're not human, or acting aggressively is not correct or acceptable. All the kids are talking about how terrible this program is and how this man constantly yells at them. Before you rate this program positively, please talk to your kids about their actual experience. No child is perfect and children's behavior can be uncontrollable at times, but it's the adults' responsibility to communicate respectfully with parents, not act aggressively as though they are challenging another adult. Maybe this is why only four kids remain enrolled. Parents and guardians, please do your due diligence. Unfortunately, this kind of unprofessional, disrespectful behavior is something we only see among certain adults in underserved Black and Brown communities.

Great place to learn how to play baseball or softball…read more i have played there since i was 6 yrs old. i am now an umpire there. if you are looking for your son or daughter to play this is the place to send your kids.

Great little league baseball , very family oriented. Nice fields but parking is tricky.read more

Full service facility- providing performance training, baseball instruction, camps, after school…read moreand travel ball teams for the greater NYC metro area. www.citiusbaseball.com/newyork