Kent Jiu Jitsu

8.8 mi

I cannot say enough good things about this place. The instructors are great. The atmosphere is warm…read moreand welcoming. These people go above and beyond just teaching self-defense. They offer after-school pick-up, kids nights out, and just had an awesome Halloween party. My granddaughter is gaining confidence and mental discipline as well as learning self-defense. I never anticipated the amount of kindness and patience they show their students! Our entire family loves this place. A+ Gold Star!!!!!

They offer Minna Jujitsu, Brazilian Jujitsu, Kid's classes, family classes, tournament classes, and…read morenow yoga. The staff is great, and the owner is teaching classes at least a couple times a week, as well as assisting. He stays very involved and is very personable, getting to know all of the clients/students. The whole staff treats you like family, and you learn a lot of self defense techniques. Such a great place.

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East Coast Martial Arts

4.7

(3 reviews)

22.3 mi

East Coast Martial Arts has a program for everyone. BJJ, Karate, Muai Thai/Kick Boxing, MMAFit,…read moreect. Excellent staff!

I train at another gym about 45 minutes away from Team East Coast but frequently attend open mats…read moreand other events at Team East Coast. The training environment I've seen at East Coast is truly remarkable, I highly recommend checking this place out if you want some of the best jiu-jitsu in the area.

Main gym floor

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Kent Karate And Family Fitness

(3 reviews)

2.2 mi

I haven't take classes here, but I have gotten to know the owner through my own dojo and I have…read morebeen to this location many times for the tournaments they have held. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The owner is knowledgeable, extremely kind and just a joy to interact with. The tournaments we have attended have always gone smoothly and have been a wonderful event to attend. I would highly recommend this place as an option.

My 6 year old had started karate at another place and liked it but the instructors weren't that…read moregreat with kids. I had heard about Kent karate from a friend so we decided to give it a try. The difference was night and day. Instructors Patty and Al were so good with my son and the other kids that my son immediately asked if he could take classes here instead. It's now 2 years later and the instructors have only gotten better. My son has competed in competitions and still loves it.

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Dreamsolver Martial Arts Academy

1.0

(1 review)

3.6 mi

I am not the biggest fan of Dream Solvers. They have great ambition and wonderful goals, but…read moreexecution of their ideas seem messy and unorganized. I was here recently for a birthday party and NO ONE greeted me or my children. NO ONE smiled. I had to guess where everyone was supposed to gather. When serving food, no one seemed to wash their hands or use gloves. They touched the food with their bare hands. I was horrified and would no eat. Unfortunately my child had gotten the food before I could stop him and get the food for him. :( When playing games, I had to remind them that they forgot to explain the rules to the children. They honestly seemed bewildered that the kids didn't know what to do. Why should the guest explain things to the party people? Really? I would not come here to have a party by choice. If I can help it, I will not return.

Marcum's Martial Art Academy

(1 review)

2.2 mi

I can not say enough good things about the people here and the place. It's a tad small and the…read moreparking leaves a lot to be desired, but that is the extent of the negatives. The place itself is very clean. Shoes off at the door and for students, shoes and socks off for instruction. My oldest son is Autistic and ADHD. He could no longer participate in soccer because they wanted him to move up into a higher age group despite his small size and lack of skills. So, I asked him what sport he'd like to try next. After careful consideration, he said, "MOM! I want to study martial arts." So began the search for an instructor who would be willing to take his Autism and ADHD into account when instructing him. This was not an easy task, but after taking a friend's recommendation, we ended up here, at Marcum's Martial Arts Academy and we haven't looked back! We reviewed their website and went in to office to discuss our son, his needs and what we could do to make learning a good experience. Mr. Bill Marcum was SO WONDERFUL! Both he and his wife have degrees in education and they have worked with special needs kids before. They are more relaxed than most studios we have talked to and they have, so far, been very patient in my son's instruction and learning speed. They have helped hubby and me with special terminology so we could help our son, and all the instructors have been wonderful in every way. When it came to price, I can't complain either. They were the cheapest of all the places we interviewed. I highly recommend this place!

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Ares Combat Sports Academy

14.1 mi

These guys keep it going - great training and community - must stop…read more always training and learning - great crew

Dave Graf the MMA trainer is fantastic.He worked with my son to improve his wrestling skills…read more They are also home to the FireBirds youth wrestling team. Great place to get your self or kids trained to win!

The Warehouse

20.4 mi

Great gym, great people, and they are all about crossfit…read more Besides looking beautiful, with its bright turf and open space, the gym has a variety of functional equipment that are guaranteed to work muscles that you can't get worked with your standard gym visit. They have an open area where you can play with battle ropes, giant tires, weighted sleds, and more. The staff here are a wonderful, dedicated bunch. They encourage you to do your best, they give good instruction, and they make you feel welcomed. The workouts last 50 minutes and they consist of team-oriented, high-intesity interval training (HIIT) exercises that push you to your limit. If you stick with this training, you will definitely be in great shape.

Great space, well-maintained equipment, and amazing instructors! Always fun and always adding new…read morethings!

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Counterstrike Gym

5.2 mi

South Prospect Gym has housed me since I was 13 years old. I am now 21 and nowhere has felt more…read morelike a safe haven for all of my abilities and talents than here. South Prospect is owned by Ben Petit, technically, but split spiritually and emotionally by many- Those who just stay for a small time, those who go great lengths further than what they expected, and those who stay training here until they retire. No matter which path is yours, South Prospect has always had open doors and good sportsmanship. We are all team South Prospect, and if you're not here you're probably losing against our athletes or missing the greatest training you'll ever get.

Great gym, with a friendly and welcoming environment…read more High level instruction, perfect for beginners or seasoned martial artists. Ben is a highly skilled martial artist and teacher, both of which are readily apparent. Looking forward to going back, and taking my kids to the youth classes.

A student kicking a heavy bag.

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Young's Martial Arts

(1 review)

44.7 mi

Excellent training at a great and affordable price. Shihan Young is very knowledgeable and teaches…read moreto the level of the student.

From the owner: At Young's Martial Arts, we provide a clean, safe and educational training environment for ages 4…read moreand up. We train in the arts of Ryukyu Kempo Karate, Kyokushin Karate, Small Circle Jujitsu, Combat Judo, and Modern Arnis/ Kali. We provide three training programs: The Lil' Dragons Program is for ages 4 - 7, the Junior Dragons Program is for ages 8 - 14, and the adult program is from 15 and up. We provide Use of Force/ Defensive Tactics to many government agencies and self defense seminars to the public. We support the Alzheimers Association. Contact us for all of your training needs. Your first class is free so we hope to hear from you soon!

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Fitness Anytime

(3 reviews)

4.1 mi

Very polite and informative! This is a very clean place and doesn't in any way smell like gym…read moresocks! I've been a member for 18 months now and classes are free to members, $5 for non-members. Personal trainers are free to members and they are awesome!!!! Mine gas helped me lose 32 lbs since joining because they tailor your workout for you! Great security and open 24 hrs to members! 16 and older.

This was one of my favorite gyms (sad that I moved too far away to be a member anymore!). The…read moreowners are incredibly nice and try to get to know each and every person that works out in their gym, and the other patrons have built a little community as well. The equipment is a little old, but if anything breaks just inform the staff and they'll get it fixed ASAP. They say that if there's anything they can do to make your workout better they'll do it, and they mean it. I even asked for a standing floor bag (gym was equipped with a hanging one) for my martial arts exercises and they got one! There are plenty of weights and a few weight and cardio machines, along with an open floor room that's available as long as a class isn't running. Staff cleans regularly, prices are reasonable, and it's open 24 hours with a key tag.

Under new management as of July 2017! Same great gym with new and exciting changes taking place!

6 treadmills, 2 Stairmasters, 1 Arctrainer, bikes and ellipticals

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Huntington Beach

4.0

(46 reviews)

39.5 mi

Huntington Beach has changed quite a bit in the last 20 years - and in many ways it's improved for…read morethe kids and families who visit. Very intentional signage, recreation / playground, swing bench seating, and restroom facilities all make the beach-going experience better. Huntington Beach has less of a crowd in the Winter, but it is just as alluring a Summertime visits. Huntington Beach is directly across the street from the local forest and nature center (part of the Cleveland MetroParks).

Finally made it to the beach. I'd heard good things and the trip was worth it. Wide beach. Clean…read moresand. Big rocks to climb and sit on. This beach is not like Headwaters, but it's nice. We took the long steps to get to and from the beach. This is below a nice park with newer restrooms and playground. Lots of parking. There was a long mat on the beach for handicapped walkers, strollers and wheelchairs, but I don't know how to access that. Was on the east end of the beach.

Huntington Beach in the Winter

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Water Works Family Aquatic Center

3.5

(24 reviews)

7.2 mi

We had a blast, worth the price if you plan to spend the whole day there or at least 3+ hours. Food…read moreon site, chairs to lounge in and plenty of things to do based on age.

It's is nice for all kids, it's clean and safe. The staff is horribly rude and and bitchy. For the…read morehigh cost of swimming they should at least have some customer service experience.

One of the slides.

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Long lazy river

Munroe Falls Metro Park

3.6

(12 reviews)

5.7 mi

I live near this park and have been using it for over 60 years. Here is some updated information:…read moreSwimming is no longer allowed. (for humans) Dogs can swim on Thursdays only. There is no charge to get in. The paved road around the lake has been split into a one-way driving/biking road and a with an adjacent walking lane. There is a Hike/bike trail called The Freedom Trail that borders this park. Metro Parks Summit County is going to add a connector trail between them in 2026. The Freedom Trail in this area is a rail trail, so it is pretty flat. There is an area called Tallmadge Meadows that to me is a separate park, because the two areas have very different prior ownership and history, but Metro Parks considers them to be the same park. The parking for Tallmadge Meadows is right around the corner from South River Rd. on South Main St. (Rt 91). There is also a trailhead in Munroe Falls for the Summit County Bike and Hike Trail. It is about a ¼ mile North of South River Rd and runs along the Cuyahoga River. I used to be a Firefighter/EMT in Munroe Falls and it was not unusual for us to get called out to the "Metro Park" and have to ask, "which one"? All 3 of these are great parks and I consider myself luck to live in between them.

Great spot for a going away picnic planned at the last moment. I was happy. The bathrooms were open…read moreand clean, plenty of trash, young screaming kids, sand, and stuff to do. Its COVID season, I haven't gotten out anywhere so this is the best I can do since I haven't eaten outside since Feb. This was nice but, of course, catered with my own cooking. I wish I could Yelp my own cooking, a clear 1 star.

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Splash Zone Aquatic Center

3.5

(8 reviews)

47.7 mi

Outdoor pool My kids…read moreloved it! I have been to splashzone for years and this was my first time utilizing the outdoor pool. It costs $8 per person no matter the age. We had three young children with us. You enter through the main pool area and walk to your right out a set of doors. There is a large pool area that is sectioned off for different uses. There is a gradual entry area with a water playground for kids, this is connected to the main part of the pool that gets about 5 feet deep. There are 2 slides that you have to be 48 inches to ride. The lifeguards have a break for 15 minutes after 45 minutes of swimming. All kids have to get out of the water. While waiting there are lots of lounge chairs, a snack shack offer ice cream, hot dogs, pretzels, etc. along with a playground and swing area for the kids. There are also two indoor areas you can take the kids to play with the frog pool for younger kids and the indoor water playground.

Here's a clean, readable Yelp-style review that keeps your experience intact but flows more…read moresmoothly and sounds polished: First Visit to Splash Zone - Overland, Ohio This was my first visit to Splash Zone in Overland, Ohio. Registration is a bit of a process. You first have to create a profile through the Lorain County Metro Parks system, then return to the Splash Zone site to register for a specific program on a designated day and time. Once registered, the system shows your cost--mine initially showed $0. I arrived about 30 minutes early on the morning of my class, which turned out to be helpful because I had to re-register in person. After completing that, I was told there would normally be a $3 fee due to my SilverSneakers account. However, the woman at the front desk kindly let me attend for free that day, explaining that future visits would be $3. Since I'd never been there before, I had to navigate through several locker and pool areas. There are multiple pools separated by glass dividers with automatic doors--someone shared a helpful tip that the small black box above the door shows which side to stand on to trigger it. The instructor came in without much of an introduction, set up a small carry-on-size speaker, put on her headset, and began the class. The workout was aqua Tabata (a Japanese-style interval workout): 20 seconds of fast-paced movement followed by 10 seconds of rest. The class lasted 45 minutes. I stayed for about 30 minutes, choosing to leave early since shower space is limited and I like to be considerate of others. The workout itself was excellent, and being in the water felt really good. The showers, however, were not great--hair on the floor and a general "public park" feel, even at 10:30 a.m. I was glad I wore water shoes. On the plus side, the water temperature and the very hot shower afterward were appreciated. The instructor mentioned that this is her business and encouraged people to connect on Facebook (with a profile photo), and it's clear she's very talented. Overall, despite a few logistical and cleanliness issues, I'd go back again--and next time, I'd happily pay the $3 when I'm in town.

I went for aqua aerobics. These signs were on the wall for motivation.

Main pool.

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Ew- hair in the shower.

Kent Cycle

4.4

(11 reviews)

2.1 mi

Excellent service at reasonable prices. Even lower value bikes repaired properly and respectfully.read more

The service is outstanding. The prices for their services and products are the best we have found…read more Its our favorite shop.

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Rocky River Recreation Department

3.2

(10 reviews)

35.3 mi

I really like this place. It's good for practicing swimming. Their water slide is amusing and…read moredelightful. I usually like to sit on one of the sunloungers when I am to tired to swim. The outdoor pool view was magestic.

no one at the desk in the gym since 11 it id now 11:40 no music in the track area said it…read morewas because of the kids program no kids around not happy

Lap lanes

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Little kid slide

Al Lease Park

3.3

(4 reviews)

3.5 mi

I would love to rate this park higher, as it's such a beautiful place, but the location pulls it…read moredown to a 3. Positives: it's gorgeous! Large soccer fields and open fields, a nice lake complete with a fishing dock, multiple areas with picnic tables and shade, two different kids play areas, benches and swings, a basketball court, and a hidden gem of a gazebo make this such a desirable park. Negatives: location! Its only entrance for vehicles is off of Silver Meadows BLVD, and this park is backed right up to the Silver Meadows apartments. There have been shootings in the past, there is definitely drug activity, and there have been robberies. It's not often, but it does happen. MY kids LOVE this park! We go there to feed the ducks and geese often. BUT this is a park that I do not bring my kids to unless I am concealed carrying.

First of all, the "unsavory" apartment complex is simply diverse and low income. Dog feces is not…read moreas common as one reviewer implies, there is even a container for people to share plastic grocery bags to help unprepared dog owners. Goose turds are another issue altogether. Starting in the spring, be prepared to prevent your dog from eating the turds, if your dog is so inclined. Al Lease is great. We have a walking trail with multiple pathways around a cute little pond. The landscape is well maintained with fresh mulch and mowing accomplished regularly. Along the edge of the manicured areas one can see different flora and fauna including bunnies and even find wild raspberries during the summer. Every spring the geese and goslings spend much time around the park. One can reserve the pavilions for around $20/day through the P&R website. During the appropriate seasons, there are athletics, soccer and baseball are most common. Fishing is a common activity seen when the temperatures are right. There are 2 small playgrounds, one is well designed for younger children and the other is more suited for school age children. As for down sides, the wooden structures like the pavilions, the gazebo, and the deck over the water could use some maintenance. Occasionally the mosquitoes get out of hand. Given that the park has a pond, and marshes, this is expected. The City of Kent usually controls this with mosquito spraying but during the height of mosquito season, bring repellent just in case the spraying hasn't been done yet.