South Bay is probably in my top 5 Equinox locations I have visited. Large location with a roof top…read morepool. Relatively clean for the most part but from pictures I have seen from the other reviews, some of the weights are a little banged up. I am okay with this as long as it doesn't fall apart on me and the gym is kept clean, particularly the showers. I believe the premium we are paying for the gym is particularly for the cleanliness which after being at 24 hour fitness and la fitness, I understand how disgusting those places can be. Parking - Large parking lot - in the morning parking was pretty easy to park but I am sure this locations can get packed during the afternoon/night time.

Run don't walk from this gym, run.. Today a manager made up a policy issue, just to try and bully…read moreme.. absolutely insane. The trainers are so egregious.. Most of the people I've met are extremely nice. But there is something wrong with the trainers and managers.. The guy literally told me, an equinox policy was to be out 10 minutes prior to a class starting in the studio. That is not equinox policy.. and like I said, the trainers are egregious. The second one year is done. I am switching gyms..

This is a nice location, the South End Racquet and Health Club, a private member club that's also…read moreopen to the general public for certain events/activities and has a restaurant and a well known heated outdoor pool Parking can be difficult, as a testament to the popularity of the club and its active members as well as engaged/interested visitors. The swimming pool is nice, with an adjacent hot tub sauna/spa. They have private (one on one) and group swimming lessons with an on-facilities coach/trainer/instructor, John who is available for varied fees/rates. He's a really nice person and an effective swim teacher, especially for kids, but can teach both children and adults alike.

this is regarding the kids camp which operates in the spring and summer. Thank God this camp is…read morestill operating and going strong! and thank you for allowing non-members to participate. My kids have been coming here for years and they love it for all of the following reasons 1) food is great, yes, included and kid-friendly 2) staff are kind and experienced - for some reason a lot of psychology majors 3) fun games! watching campers versus counselors dodgeball just left me leaving with the biggest grin they swim every day which basically means it's a spring break-like pool party daily. My kids have been living it up with poolside shirley temples and fries. it's wonderful to see that there is still a place with JOY. Not about getting ahead academically, or being the most competitive athlete, but just about having good ol' fashioned fun. I hope my kids stay long enough to maybe one day be staff.

0 stars if that were an option!!!!!…read more Shoot 360 Torrance completely ruined my friend's children's 15th birthday celebration (twins!) on 1/31, and the way they handled it was beyond unacceptable. The manager, Andreas Forslund, explicitly told my friend that although the original party slot was 2-4 PM, we could stay until 6 PM because there were no other events scheduled. Based on that assurance, food was ordered, guests were invited, and families planned their afternoon around that timeframe. At 4:20 PM, a man who had booked the venue for 4:30 PM approached our party raising his voice, aggressively demanding that we leave. This happened in front of guests and children. Shockingly, Shoot 360 staff did absolutely nothing to intervene or de-escalate the situation. They allowed this man to continue yelling at our group. We were then forced to pack up immediately!!Guests were sent home without eating, and the cake wasn't even cut. The families literally left hungry. The celebration was abruptly ended with zero notice, despite what the manager had promised. Only after the damage was done did Andreas Forslund state that the general manager rented out the space without his knowledge. That internal miscommunication is not the customer's responsibility! Yet we were the ones who paid the price. To make matters worse, my friend was not reimbursed despite them completely ruining an important milestone birthday. This was an embarrassing, chaotic, and heartbreaking way to conduct business. Poor communication, no accountability, no customer care, and no respect for families or children. Do not book parties here. If something goes wrong, they will not protect your event or take responsibility.

This place is great, my kids love all the coaches there. Ryan H was the best worker there. ask for…read morehim. I love this place, it as great working for basketball athletes looking to better their skills. Whether it's in shooting skills or dribbling, ball handling it's a great place to tighten up those skills.

[Review #765] 2023-051…read more Dee Hardison Sports Center, named after former Torrance Mayor, Dee Hardison, is located in the heart of Charles H. Wilson Park with a multipurpose room & large gymnasium. The Center is a part of the City of Torrance's youth & adult sports programs that include basketball, volleyball, judo, classes & special events. They're open weekdays: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Saturdays: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sundays: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM; with longer weekday summer hours of operation: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Private groups may rent the MP or gym when it's not in use by the city. The rental info can be found on: https://www.torranceca.gov/our-city/recreation/dee-hardison-sports-center. All reservations require a minimum of 5 days advance notice to allow for staffing; for availability, call Facility Booking at: (310) 618-5982, or email: FacilityBooking@TorranceCA.gov. Fee Sheet: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/74759/637901919461030000 Application: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/74761/637901919753070000 When our daughter was a toddler (about a decade ago), we would take early evening walks around the park & see classes held at the sports center. I think kendo was held at one point, not sure if it's still around? Fast forward 10 years later, my son is a member of South Bay Judo (www.southbayjudo.com), a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. The Club practices on Tuesday & Thursday evenings. It's a family-friendly club that teaches quality judo fundamentals to all students: discipline, honor, & respect inside & outside of the club. The gym hosts basketball, dodgeball, volleyball clinics on weekday evenings & weekends. H's classmate plays in the volleyball clinic on Saturday mornings. We're usually at the farmer's market before or after his matches & would stop by to cheer him on. The facility is fairly clean & well-maintained, except the restrooms may be messy & understocked on Saturdays due to the busyness of the park & center. If you're a Torrance local, stop by to see what the City of Torrance has to offer for you & your family.

Sunshine Volleyball Club is not just an great volleyball club, it was an amazing experience for our…read moreentire family. Our youngest daughter wanted to start with her older sister and ended up playing 9 years with Sunshine. She was more than prepared for high school volleyball and college (D1) volleyball. And she's 5' 5", so short girls play volleyball too. Sunshine is run by Cari and Lou Ann who between them have decades of experience growing this Club to the highest levels. They have trusting relationships with college coaches. The Sunshine coaches stay and provide consistency and confidence in the program. The girls truly LEARN the sport. There all levels of teams for every age group. They have a college recruitment coordinator. The training is the best! I loved how their practices were augmented by the plyos training on the beach. They travel all over the US for best tournaments and teams compete against the top teams in the country. And because of all of the togetherness and travel, the relationships formed between the girls are amazing and wonderful and lifelong. My daughter is a Junior in college and she still hangs tough with her Sunshine teammates when she comes home on breaks. And as close as the girls are, the parents' "meetings" are legendary. I remember wondering whose party is this really? One last thing- the uniforms!! Unquestionably the best in the country! O.K. Not that important, but still. I would recommend Sunshine Volleyball Club to anyone looking for a comprehensive volleyball experience for their daughter, where they can love the sport and become part of a wonderful volleyball family.

WARNING TO PARENTS: If you are considering booking a private session with Saskia, ask about pricing…read moreBEFORE you confirm anything -- because she won't tell you. I want to be very clear about how this situation started: I did not seek Saskia out. I reached out to Sunshine Volleyball Club inquiring about training for my daughter. The club referred her to me, and Saskia contacted me directly. From that very first email all the way through scheduling -- across 8 messages back and forth -- her rate of $120/hour was never mentioned. Not once. As a single father, every decision I make for my daughter is calculated. I don't have unlimited resources, and opportunities like this are not something we take lightly. My daughter is an independent studies student who also takes physical education as part of her school curriculum. We made the conscious decision to pull her out of her scheduled school day -- time she would have otherwise spent with her peers in a real PE class -- to attend this 1:30 PM session at the time Saskia said worked for her. That sacrifice meant something to us. When we arrived, I had to be the one to ask what the session even was -- a consultation, an assessment, actual training? Only then did Saskia reveal her $120/hour rate. Had I not asked, she would have proceeded and I would have owed $120 for a session whose cost was never disclosed at any point during our entire conversation. What hurt most was watching my daughter walk away from that interaction with her emotions dismissed and no acknowledgment of what we gave up to be there. No sympathy. No accountability. Just a rate dropped on us at the door like our time had no value. As a single dad doing everything I can to give my daughter the same opportunities other kids have, that stings deeply. This is not how professional coaching works. Our time was not respected, our circumstances were not considered, and another family almost got blindsided by a $120 bill with zero warning. Other parents -- especially those who are stretching to make these opportunities happen for their kids -- deserve to know what they are walking into. Get everything in writing before you commit.

Called ahead of time to get information. The guy was very friendly when he picked up the call and…read moreanswered all of my questions. The pricing is good considering $15 gets you all day play and we got to play a couple of games with some locals. There is no AC so playing during the summer midday is very warm. My family had a great time and will come back again.

An amazing team with great communication and punctuality. I ordered a ping pong table and was…read moredelivered right away. Thank you so much for the prompt response and amazing work.

This place is fabulous! My son expressed an interest in fencing, so we searched for clubs to check…read moreout. We are so thankful we found Salle D'Asaro! Through the fabulous coaching, my son has developed a passion for the sport and has received excellent instruction. The coaches are knowledgable, down-to-earth, and fun.

My almost 8 year old son has been fencing with the Head Sabre Coach and owner, Michael D'Asaro, for…read morethe last 16 months. Michael took him under his wing at 6.5 years of age, recognizing his extreme passion and dedication in wanting to learn how to fence. My son adores Michael, and looks forward to going to fencing 4 days per week. In fact, he wishes that the club were open every day for fencing! Michael's dedication and coaching are evident as my son qualified for the Y10 Men's Sabre Summer Nationals this year, winning his first Direct Elimination at his first national tournament. Additionally, he has won 3 medals in the last 10 months of competing. Michael is a no nonsense coach, which is perfect if you want your child to learn how to fence well, and how to fence properly. As a former Olympian he looks to the future, instead of creating bad habits to help your child win now. Longevity in the sport is important to him, especially with his youth program where youth burnout and repetitive stress injuries can occur. No matter if your child wants to recreationally fence or excel in the sport, Michael D'Asaro and Lancelot Dyke (Assistant Sabre Coach) will help your children develop better athleticism, proprioception, balance, and sportsmanship! Both coaches are very supportive, encouraging growth and expanding potential in each individual fencer. The club is large with numerous strips, and all of the fencers are kind and respectful. I never hesitate to leave my child there while running errands, as I know he will be in great hands. Both coaches (Michael and Lance) are very communicative with their respective kids' parents, and very helpful with navigating the way for welcoming newcomers!

We were there for a wedding and I just want to say, that a young server by the name of Angel, was…read moreso attentive, quiet, and wanted to make sure we were taken care of by him. It was a wonderful experience as i sense that sometimes, servers are not recognized enough. Thank you Angel! I do hope that Upper management reads the words I took timeout to give the manager of the event to let them know of their employee, who represents the club name well. I would definitely recommend - the Food was presented well and it was delicious!

A tee-rrific time at Palos Verdes Golf Club!…read more Palos Verdes Golf Club has absolutely stunning views! Tonight was a wonderful night that was well spent at Palos Verdes Golf Club. I got to enjoy beautiful views of the Pacific from their Garden Terrace and Ballroom. The Ballroom has windows that overlook the golf course and makes for a great sight of the sunset at night. It's also quite a spacious ballroom, making it perfect for large events and parties. Aside from enjoying the view, I got to enjoy a wonderful dinner here tonight. Dinner was kicked off with appetizers such as Fried Artichoke, Chicken Tostada and Coconut Shrimp. The main dinner course consisted of tender Short Rib with Roasted Potatoes and Peas. Dessert was a mini Apple Pie topped with vanilla ice cream drizzled with caramel. I enjoyed visiting Palos Verdes Golf Club very much. One thing I would note though was when I was leaving, it was quite dark. The neighborhood around doesn't have much light in the evening. I wasn't quite a fan of the dark area and I do wish there were more lights around. Other than though, this spot is a beautiful spot to visit.