-Leisure Pool and Sauna Update- CLOSED…read more If you ever want to use the pool or sauna do not even bother. It is constantly closed on and off yet again, despite the new re-grand opening as of July '26. This has been an ongoing issue for almost 10 years. I cannot understand the gross complacency of an aquatic center for the community, only to have it still in constant repair and never open. And I'm not writing about the Competition Pool - it's the Leisure Pool. The Leisure Pool is the selling point. It is the reason for the new price hike in membership. For members to finally enjoy the "new and improved" pool, sauna, etc after so many years of waiting. What a disgrace.

Be careful they tell you your provider is in network. You get huge bill because they are not…read more Happens with them all the time. Beware.

Had such a nice time camping here! I liked how many trees…read morethere were, they provided plenty of shade and places to put up hammocks. The toilets at the campsite were cleaned out every morning we were there. It also felt safe, it gave a sense of being more remote because of the tree density, but not so much that I was worried about anything. The lake is beautiful, they had kayaking available which was fun! No swimming in the lake though. But there were plenty of of other campers who were out fishing at the lake. I would definitely recommend camping here! I wish we could have checked out more of the trails around. Overall rating: 5/5 stars

Company picnic.... my dh had his company picnic at this park. I am not sure what happened but we…read moredidn't get to use the canoe's because the office was closed up. Which was kind of a bummer because I wanted to try it. Overall the cabin that we had our picnic in was clean and well kept. This place is great for fishing, hiking and canoeing. It looks like you are able to rent the canoes to go fishing on the lake or bring your own. The boathouse wasn't open to find out any more info on this campsite but I would recommend taking a look at it.

Beautiful Oarks, but the best experience was an unexpected fishing trip and stay at a rustic cabin…read moreat # Unclesamstroutfushing. The boys caught over twenty fish over two hours but lived spending the night at Uncke Sam's trout camp cabin.

The entire Lake Metropark system is something all residents should experience! Each park is unique…read morein it's own way. And now, they have added camping to their parks! Varying locations, one campsite each location (except Lake Erie Bluffs, they have 2 sites a good distance from each other. We've been to two sites already and going to a third this weekend. Metroparks has lots of cheap and free programs for all ages and abilities. Really a class act.

Facility is above average for a community recreation center and pool. Unfortunately some of the…read morestaff are not so nice. Individuals such as Ann at the front desk make you feel as if you are a major inconvenience to them.

Yesterday, there was a dead bird floating in the pool. It was removed, but a few feathers were…read morestill floating around. I immediately got my family out, but shockingly, they continued children's swimming lessons in that same pool, exposing everyone to potential infections and harmful bacteria like E. coli. I was very surprised, as the staff usually reacts strongly to smaller issues. For example, when I first signed up, one of the female staff members, a very thin brunette, aggressively and disrespectfully yelled at my family and another woman with her daughter over a simple mistake--we brought a floaty, unaware it wasn't allowed. We aren't allowed to use noodles or dive with goggles unless we're paying for swimming lessons. How does that make sense? While some staff members are nice, others act like we're uninvited, unwelcome guests in their house, enforcing unnecessary and unreasonable rules in a rude and bossy manner. This is the first pool I've ever been to where noodles are banned, but apparently, swimming with dead birds is okay. I gave 2 stars because the pool is really beautiful and the water is often warm and pleasant. Too bad for everything else.

As a CWRU student, my two obvious gym options are Veale and 121. Being the broke graduate student…read morethat I am, paying $40/year for a locker sounds MUCH better to me than even the discounted rate students will get for 121 starting this fall. If you are interested in classes then 121 might be the right option. But if you're looking for a good place to workout on your own or with a friend, Veale absolutely fits the bill. The cardio room has plenty of equipment, as does the weight room. There are two pools, a track, and a rock climbing wall as well. And did I mention membership is free for CWRU students and faculty? Just swipe your card. The locker rooms have daily (free) lockers and the paid assigned lockers, as well as showers and hair dryers. They also provide towels (though don't expect soft and fluffy in this department...but they get the job done). I have to say that I am super excited for the extended hours in the fall. Also, many people don't know this but 121 will actually be managing Veale maintenance. What that means for equipment and cleanliness remains to be seen, but I'm certain it will be positive. Overall, if you don't need a "cool" fancy gym and just want a good place to workout, Veale is a great option. I should also say that I workout in the weight room three mornings a week and never feel uncomfortable at all. I've been to gyms where the guys don't always respect the gals who are working out at the same time. Not so here. The athletes, army dudes, and everyday gym junkies have always been nothing but polite. Way to round out a positive review. EDIT: So, 121 is now managing Veale and there are some pretty nice changes going on, i.e. love that they got rid of the yucky drop ceiling in the weight room! Looking forward to seeing all of the changes as they shape up.

The Veale Center is (as of this writing in 2019) a super clean and functional Field House on the…read morecampus of Case Western University. The facility is located in the labyrinth of the school campus and University Hospitals, so use your favorite nav app to get there and use the parking garage. Plan on about a 5 minute walk from your car to the venue.

I have been a student at CSU since 2011 till 2013. One of my favorite places at this University…read morewere Theatre department, Library (is huge - go to the top floor and read your books there, then relax and look at the beautiful view outside), and of course - the Rec Center! I would say this rec center had almost everything you need (the only things I wish they add are sauna and jacuzzi). You want to play indoor soccer - not a problem, basketball - use 3 courts on the second floor, volleyball - please feel free to join. If you love to lift some weights - there is a third floor which has a dedicated space for that. After my workouts, I loved to go to a swimming pool. This Rec Center is definitely something I miss. I wish I lived closer to Downtown and in that case, I would definitely buy a pass to this fitness center. GO VIKINGS!!!

I visited in late October 2025 with a free guest pass. The CSU Recreation Center is a great option…read morefor Cleveland State University students. This campus gym is big with plenty of exercise options to choose from, including, weights, cardio machines, basketball court, an area to stretch, etc. I believe that they also have fitness classes too. I had a difficult time trying to find the entrance into the gym once I got in the building until a maintenance worker helped me. Once you enter through the front door, you will see the gym upstairs but there isn't a straight way to get there because the elevators and stairs go to different parts. I spent about 15 mins being lost, confused, and almost irritated. An employee tried to help me but their instructions didn't help me at all...LOL. Anyway, shout out to the maintenance man for coming through and saving the day! I most likely won't be back because I already joined a gym (my local YMCA) a month after visiting the CSU Recreation Center. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 165/250 total reviews in 2026 - 1006 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 31 July 2026

My husband and I have been attending the Macedonia Recreation Center for 3-4 years. We did take…read moretime off during 2020 because of the covid-19. We started back last week and we spoke with a young lady, Heidi, who was such a big help. And very pleasant. Everything is so organized and it is spotless there. Even the restrooms. When we are there, we see a gentleman, Ray, working very hard to keep it clean. He is doing an exceptional job. We have tried other facilities and this one is the best one we have been to. So we would like to say Thank you to Ray for making it comfortable for us to be able to work out and stay healthy. J&J Bates

We've been members of this club for a year now. And it is now time to decide whether we will Renew…read moreit or not. But honestly, our biggest complaint is the MUSIC! You know how you go to the gym and you wanna get pumped up for a high energy workout? ? Well that's kind of hard to do when they have soft jazz or old slow country music blasting. The worst music ever! I mean, I'll put in my earbuds and that sleepy sleepy music is still blaring. There are other people complaining about it every time I go in. Somebody's gotta get a better DJ than the manager that they have that's picking out the music.

I've been a member for a few months now and I'm anxious about what will happen now that the city…read morehas bought the club. I'm going to give it a chance but Mentor doesn't have a good reputation for making things better. Anyway, I like the club b/c it isn't usually crowded. I attribute that to it being expensive, which is okay. Unlike other posted reviews, I've had no issues with the staff. They're young but other than saying hello and "have a good one" when I leave, I've had no reason to interact with them. I like the variety of machines although many are pretty dated, think Nautilus. But there are literally tons of free weights. The clientele slants older, not a lot of goons staring at themselves in the mirror, like so many other gyms. Many of the cardio machines need replacing. There are five racquetball courts and six indoor tennis. Full court basketball. Small indoor running track. Indoor pool is nice. The hot tub is usually nice and hot, the steam room is nice and the sauna is real hot. I've never used the outdoor pool. Also, the hours are 5am-9pm and they close early on weekends, so it has to work with your schedule. I like the included classes, especially boot camp. Cleanliness is acceptable but room for some minor improvement here and there.

My wife has a mobility disability. We were told we could sit in the lower level which would…read moreaccommodate her disability. She was walking with a rolling walker. After entering the lower level I believe it was Jason who told us there was special seating available to us behind the goal. He personally escorted us to our seats and even had a special chair for my wife. Jason went out of his way to make us comfortable and have a good experience which we did.

Great pool, Happy and always cheerful staff! I've been swimming here almost everyday for my swim…read moreteam and I would highly recommend!

The restaurant and bar at a sports center doesn't exactly make you think of really great food or…read moregreat entertainment. We came to see a live band and we're surprised at how good food was. The service was a little slow but that's because the bartenders had to take orders and run the food out as well as pickup trays. This was an awesome place to take my son for a really great night. I'd recommend it for other families, too. A definite must stop in and see.

The soccer refer is extremely unprofessional and lazy, the turf is slippery. And overall experience…read moreis terrible. I can't believe our team pays hundreds of dollars on this league and have service like this( no shirt, no vest, no ball, with an unprofessional game. I don't recommend it at all, please don't come here to play.