This is about Pickleball which has become cliquish to the point where certain players move paddles…read moreand will only play with other advanced players. Lesser players must find other venues or possibly get in a game or two with a few kind souls. Semones has always been this way. This is an inclusive Christian organization. These advanced players who take PB so seriously should join non-rec facilities. The Y is not the place.

I have been a member at this particular location for a while, and with the YMCA since 1989…read more However, I ended my membership after my grandson was bullied by a group of pickleball members. He was playing in the gym before they arrived. After some time, he came out crying because one of the men took his ball and put it away. When I reported the incident, one of the male staff members apologized and retrieved the ball. While I was comforting my grandson, telling him he did nothing wrong and that adults shouldn't be selfish and treat a nine-year-old child that way, I told him to stay near me and continue playing. At that moment, an ignorant female staff member, who was passing by, interjected, saying, "You can't play with the ball in this area." This is the second incident involving her discriminatory behavior towards my family. As I was leaving, deeply disappointed by the behavior--especially since this is supposed to be a Christian establishment--I saw Joseph and informed him. He stated that she shouldn't have said anything to me, as the matter did not involve her. A few weeks after I left, I stopped by to file a formal complaint and asked to speak to Brian, the director or manager of this location. He showed no empathy and instead stated that children should not be left alone. I am 55 years old, a former teacher, and a current paralegal. I was intentionally monitoring my grandson while sitting directly outside the gym in the vending area. This place has changed from a family-friendly, community-oriented place to a worldly, non-family-friendly environment for minority families.

The place is amazing I love to work out here my only complaint is that there is no early morning…read moreworkout classes if they had this it would be a perfect 5 stars

Farmers Branch has a great community recreation center. It's newly renovated and has a no nonsense,…read moreno frills community of people who work out there. We also found a wonderful personal trainer Bradley Teague @ultraform_training that has taken my wife and I in for "couples" training sessions. He has flexible training packages. After several sessions we are both very challenged and engaged. As people who have no prior gym regimen / minimal exercise, Bradley has worked with us to build some endurance, and a long term commitment to exercise.

Love the place and the staff!! Prices are very reasonable and lots of different deals to save $$$…read more Highly recommend!!!

Fugitive Fitness is a wonderful gym that teaches parkour (among other things). All of the coaches…read moreare outstanding, and simply great with the kids! I'm taking the adult foundations class, and getting into better shape is going to be a lot more fun this way than going to a traditional gym. Again: I cannot recommend this place enough, especially for how great they are with kids. There are tons of activities and special events, and there's a strong emphasis on good values (like respect, and community service). Try out a class!

We had a great time at Banner House! We had a private party in the Rhythm Room, and the space was…read morebeautiful. The lounge was a great place to hang out, and the staff was friendly and took great care of us. Such a fun spot for a private event--we'd definitely come back!

I went to Banner House expecting a relaxing afternoon--lunch and some time by the pool. What I…read moredidn't expect was an absolute lack of security at what's supposed to be a private and exclusive club. Five cars were broken into in broad daylight, over the course of just 2 hours. My own car sustained over $12,000 in damage--and that's not even counting the stolen items. Was the club helpful? No. Did they call the police or have them respond? Also no. Banner House advertises private security. So where was it? Instead, we had teenage kids walking around freely while an apparent criminal loitered in the parking lot. It felt unsafe and completely mismanaged. This is absolutely unacceptable. If you're planning to visit to play pickleball or relax by the pool, just know it might end up costing you the price of a rental car, stolen property, a huge deductible, 2 days off work and your peace of mind. With what happened, you have to ask: Is this place really worth a $20,000-a-day price tag?

I've been taking lessons here all summer, starting at Advanced Beginner and am now starting a…read moresecond session of 3.0 drills. The instruction has been great, and I've improved dramatically since starting! And at the prices ($65 for AB and $95 for 3.0/3.5) I plan to keep going back for more. A true value!

I've played here a few times with my USTA team, and have done a few drills. I enjoy the drills…read more(doubles tactis). The facility has several courts which is nice, but there is no barrier between courts and loose balls at our feet were always a concern. I know the impact courts don't have water, but would be really nice to have shade and water on court.

This place is the best basketball practice u could go to would defo recommend they taught me a lot…read moreof things and the coaches are cool.

I've been around basketball my whole life and this is one of the most elite training programs and…read morefacilities for kids I have seen. The coaches are top notch, the facilities are very well set up. The parent room has big screen set up so you can watch your kiddo practice While still providing seating and tables to work or read or whatever you would choose to do with your time. It's not cheap, but it's worth it.

You get a sense of community when you belong here. It's more than a place to work out or a place…read morefor your kids to play sports. We come back to the YMCA year after year because of what the Y stands for.

Parents be warned! This camp is horrible. Your kid will suffer and not receive advertised STEM…read moreinstructions. Counselors are on their phones a majority of the time, little to no supervision of children and very poor instruction. After escalating my concerns to the Director and Executive Director, Doris Bryant, she only offered a registration fee refund. I wouldn't send a child here for free. You have been warned. Look at many other negative reviews before thinking about this YMCA Richardson camp. What a disgrace.

A group of us have played here several times and it's always welcoming. Never found it hard to…read morereserve a court. Staff here are always helpful and I have had them join in on a game if we were short of players.

This will sound strange but I'm leaving four stars for a pickleball place I myself will not likely…read morefrequent. I love Preston Playhouse - it's a really cool rec center offering pickleball, padel and a bar to relax for work events and family/friend get-togethers. In DFW there are what I call "Pickleball Operations" and "Places That Offer Pickleball." Unfortunately where I am in the game, Preston Placehouse is more of a "Place That Offers Pickleball" - which isn't what I'm looking for but may be great for you. The courts are colorful and (mostly) in great shape and the spacing is pretty good. They have morning ($10) and evening ($15) open plays which isn't the most expensive in town but not the cheapest. The Open Plays are All Levels, so a bit of a gamble in terms of the quality of player you will find. Last night I found some really good ones but there weren't many. When I first went there there were more, but it seems like they may be choosing places like Pickler Universe and The Picklr. Preston Playhouse though is a fun atmosphere and great place to bring friends or your own group but it's not a pickleball community focused on ramping up competition or teaching skills and it doesn't try to be.