We looked at the events calendar for all of the senior centers in Phoenix and Devonshire Senior…read moreCenter (Los Olivos) had consistently some of the coolest free or low cost senior events. Examples from March 2018: Women in History Event March 28th at 10:00 AM Nutrition Expedition March 22nd at 9:30 AM Meditation with Ardas Mondays at 12:30 - 1:30 PM Arthritis Yoga with Ardas Wednesdays at 12:30 - 1:30 PM Crafting with Christy Fridays at 9 - 11 AM We think more people should discover senior centers and see what they have to offer to help keep seniors independent. My organization Vista Living is trying to raise more awareness about senior center events with our monthly events blog. https://vistaliving.net/march-events-activities-seniors-chair-yoga-health-fair-crafts/ https://vistaliving.net/blog/

This senior center is amazing. The food is good, the people are great, the facility is clean. There…read moreis no better deal in Phoenix for 10 bucks a year. Pool tables, gym equipment, huge bingo games. Gotta love it!

While I haven't been a member of the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, I have visited it…read moremany times as a part of the community for meetings and events. I have family members who are Valley of the Sun JCC members though. I have always been impressed with their facilities, thought highly of the staff there, and have enjoyed occasional meals at the onsite restaurant. From observing Yom Haatzmaut (Israel Independence Day) and Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) as a community to meetings for one of the organization boards of directors I have served on to the programs that have hosted meetings at the Valley of the Sun JCC like Valley Beit Madrash's Start Me Up Fellowship, I have always felt right at home there. I have also attended resource fairs, exhibit fairs, and travel fairs while getting tested for the Jewish Genetics Diseases Center or going to a special lecture open to the community. I appreciate the security right by the front door as safety is our top priority when coming together as a community. Visit the Valley of the Sun JCC website at https://valleyofthesunj.org where you can learn how to be a member, find out about events and ways to get involved, and so much more. You can also find information about affiliated programming including 92nd Street Live!, ASU Jewish Studies, Jewish Film Club, Phoenix Art Museum, and J Teen Connect AZ, among other groups. The building opened at this location in 2002. The regular hours are Monday through Thursday from 5 AM to 10 PM, Friday from 5 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 7 AM to 6 PM. There are separate holiday hours along with competition pool, activity pool, open court, and pickleball court schedules. Whether it's the sports programs, the education, or the Kosher Milk + Honey Espresso Bar & Eatery, there's something for everyone at the Valley of the Sun JCC. I will be back again soon for another board meeting or event. I'm looking forward to it!

I have come to really enjoy this community center. The management team really strives to maintain a…read morewarm, welcoming but safe environment. Badges or identification are requested upon entering the building. The facilities appear to be well maintained as well as the exercise equipment. They have a variety of programs for all ages which is definitely a plus! I recommend JCC!

The weight room was updated about 2 years ago! Very nice weight room. The locker room is poorly…read moreventilated and the shower in the women's locker room isn't cleaned very often as evidenced by people brushing their hair onto the floor and the drain which isn't cleared often. Overall friendly staff with a few not so friendly. Use of the pool is very sporadic. They do have good youth sports for teens.

As YMCAs go in Phoenix, this is likely as good as it gets in the valley. First, to be clear,…read morePhoenix IS NOT a priority for YMCA nationally. Collectively, the locations in Phoenix have the fewest amenities of any YMCA in the country. And because I have relocated over 14 times over the last 25 years, I can confidently make that claim. For instance, the YMCAs in phoenix - which I believe is a total of six clubs in a city of over 5 million people - only have one functional sauna and no steam room facilities TOTAL. In addition to this, not all of the locations have a pool, including the downtown location, which you think would be a key location. No, the scottsdale location doesn't have either! And in general, the locations are pretty dated with equipment that averages 20 years of age or more. The one functional sauna in the downtown Phoenix Location is probably close to closing as the wood planks, and several areas have either been replaced because of age or are currently heavily splintered. And while there is a steam room, it has a sign on it that says permanently closed and it looks like it hasn't been functioning since the late 70s. The YMCA board of directors should be embarrassed with the overall condition of their operation in Phoenix. Even in Tucson, a much smaller city about an hour south, the downtown location has steam, sauna, and a swimming pool. Fortunately, for me, I am relocating again to Savannah, Georgia where I have already confirmed the YMCA there has the amenities that I would expect, and even have a 24 hour format, which is a really nice benefit. Here's hoping that the YMCA patrons of Phoenix are given more for their money in the future.

It's a great facility!! Very clean, friendly staff that's knowledgeable and attentive to the kiddos…read morein the water! The kids enjoy the classes and it's nice to have them familiar with water safety!!

Open swim closes way too early. I get there 25 minutes before they close because online says a…read morewhole different time, I'm in the open swim area and get told I can't be on there because they close in 25 minutes but then a hour later I see kids and swimming coaches in there. Never going back.

I've been a Lifetime member for six years, and recently found myself spending more time at the new…read moreParadise Valley location. What stands out most isn't the gym itself--it's the LifeCafe. The club is beautiful. Everything feels new, the main workout floor is spacious, there's plenty of equipment, and even during busier hours it doesn't feel overcrowded. But the real surprise was the LifeCafe. The space is huge, the menu is extensive, and the build-your-own grain bowls and salad bowls are genuinely good. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, lots of customization, and prices that are actually comparable to Sweetgreen. As someone who tries to eat clean and prioritize whole foods, I was impressed. It's rare that a gym cafe becomes a destination in itself, but this one has. Instead of finishing my workout and stopping somewhere else for dinner, I can grab a quality meal right there and head home. My grain bowl was loaded with fresh vegetables, protein, beans, grains, and avocado, and it tasted far better than what I expected from a fitness center cafe. Paradise Valley proves that Lifetime can deliver a premium food experience alongside a premium fitness experience. If this LifeCafe becomes the model for future locations, they're heading in the right direction.

I was genuinely excited to join this gym. It's super close to my house, opens at 4 AM, and I've…read moreheard amazing things about the childcare staff. For my daughter and me, membership would be about $409/month. With my work schedule and having a young child, realistically I'd probably make it there around 5 times a week. That breaks down to about $20 per visit -- compared to my current gym, where I'm paying closer to $2 per visit. At 10x the price, I expected a true luxury experience. I wanted to walk in and think, "Wow... this is NICE." Unfortunately, that just wasn't the feeling. The equipment itself is great, and the exterior/pool cabana area looks beautiful. But the overall interior design feels very dated -- lots of dark brown stone, brown locker doors, and an early-2000s aesthetic that already feels overdue for renovation. The locker rooms especially felt surprisingly basic for a premium club. The pool also seemed a bit small considering how many members the club appears designed to accommodate. I completely understand that people are willing to spend serious money on a gym/social club experience -- but when you charge luxury prices, the atmosphere and design should match. For me, it just didn't feel elevated enough to justify the cost. I really wanted to love it, but I left disappointed..and I'm still pretty sad about it.

Beautiful facility and great people!! Highly recommended. Super clean and the staff goes above and…read morebeyond!

This is my second year coming to this gorgeous venue. I love that it's very well kept and the…read morenatural sunlight is perfect for the event I attended. The staff is very friendly too. I hope I get to come back at least once a year.

My first time playing tennis since High School and my body felt it I had so much fun though!! Cody…read morethe instructor and the team were super nice and very encouraging the whole time. The class was small enough to get the most out of your hour lesson. The environment is so inviting and the scenery is beautiful.

I loved taking the beginners classes here! The instructor was fun and patient and very…read moreknowledgeable. Affordable, accessible, and so fun!

I use their 8 pickleball indoor courts which are phenomenal! Great way to beat the heat and get…read morecardio! There's a Cafe there and I will check that out on my next visit.

Everything about this facility is wonderful, especially the staff. The restaurant offers great…read morefood.