I started their Fundamentals program in December to work on my mobility, I've experimented HUGE…read moregains in less than 3 months. I'd hoped my chronic shoulder pain would go away . But what I didn't expect my constant headaches to go away too (I guess those things had something to do with each other?) I've worked out most of my adult life but mostly by myself and then maybe a class here and then. Did the YMCA, even did some personal training. The trainers at Gymnastics Body are in a league of their own. They really understand the body, how it moves and can actually train you properly. I look back at my past training and with the exception of one person, I see now that none of them really had the in depth knowledge that these guys do. Also, the gym itself is really clean and the staff are nice. So grateful I've found this place. I always look forward to my super early 6AM stretch class!!

From the owner: GymnasticBodies Florida specializes in gymnastic strength training for all ages. Developed by…read moreCoach Chris Sommers, who served as the U.S National Jr. Gymnastic Coach for over 40 years, our workouts are designed to rebalance and strengthen the body. Our philosophy is "Being strong is not enough. Being flexible is not enough. It is both strength and flexibility that are needed to optimize your health."

Super cool area. Went here with my daughter for a karate tournament and the place was awesome. Only…read morething that was terrible is the vending machines. They kept getting stuck and it robbed me of like $3 lol.

Our experience at Highland Park Recreation Center was mixed. There were staff members we genuinely…read moreappreciated, but overall, this was not the right fit for our son. One of the biggest concerns was that the program seemed to expect children to simply comply rather than meet them where they were developmentally. Children who need extra guidance, emotional support, or individualized approaches may struggle here. Our son's classroom had approximately 15 children with a lead teacher and an assistant, which seemed like it should have allowed for more individualized attention, but that wasn't our experience. The quality of care also depended heavily on which teacher was present. Our son did much better with the morning lead teacher, who built a positive relationship with both our family and our son. We noticed a significant difference in his confidence and behavior under her care. Unfortunately, our experience with the afternoon teacher was very different. Nearly every pickup involved a list of problems or corrections. Rather than collaborating with us on strategies that worked for our child, it often felt like we were being lectured. We rarely felt that anyone was interested in asking what was successful at home or how we could work together. Communication from administration was also disappointing. There were times when it was difficult to reach the director, and concerns did not always feel acknowledged. At one point, I was spoken to disrespectfully in front of administration without meaningful intervention. That left me feeling anxious about bringing my son each day instead of confident that we were partnering with the school. As parents, we spent a great deal of time building our son's confidence at home. Unfortunately, we often felt that the environment at the center undermined those efforts instead of reinforcing them. Rather than focusing on prevention and helping children succeed, it sometimes felt like the emphasis was on correcting behavior after problems occurred. For example, recurring conflicts between certain children continued despite opportunities to separate them proactively. To be fair, there were positives. The morning teacher was caring, communicative, and made a noticeable difference in our son's experience. We also understand that recreation center programs are different from private preschools. If you're looking for reliable childcare, this program may meet your needs. However, if you're looking for a preschool environment that emphasizes emotional support, individualized guidance, and strong collaboration with parents--particularly if your child has ADHD, AuDHD, sensory needs, or simply needs more patience--I would encourage you to ask detailed questions before enrolling. This review reflects our family's personal experience, and ultimately we chose a different educational environment that we believe is a better fit for our son.

Came to check out the space and the gym with my youngest daughter. The owners walk you through the…read moreplace, answer all your Questions and are very nice. They make you feel comfortable and the gym is Professional. They offer a free trial class and we are excited to go back! Update: We have been coming here for a couple weeks and could not be happier. All the coaches are awesome and my daughter is progressing very well!

My daughter has competed for other gyms in the area, and Flip Zone Gymnastics is by far the best…read more The coaches truly care about the girls as individuals--and it shows every day. The environment is positive, supportive, and encouraging, and my daughter is thriving more than ever. We are so grateful to have found a gym that puts the athletes first. Highly recommend!

Best new gymnastics gym in Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch!! My daughter is on their bronze team and we…read morelove the leadership, talent and expertise that is reflected in everything these owners represent. Flip Zone took over the lease where the old SWFL gymnastics used to be and all the equipment is brand new and it's a beautiful facility. My family is so excited to compete with Stephanie the owner and her team of amazing coaches! Highly recommend!

So many fond memories here. I enjoyed it so much my daughter celebrated her birthday here and it…read morewas a great experience like every other time we show up. Excellent space with a lot of fun gymnastics equipment, but I enjoyed the flexibility to be able to drop in on the weekends and take classes. I wasn't able to commit to a full training for her, but she gained training and exposure to gymnastics in a fun way without the tough pressure that can come along with it. Funny thing is it smells like bubbalicious bubble gum. Perfect for the happy children using the facility. There's an awesome viewing area for family and friends, they also sell gymnastics apparel and accessories, inexpensive little treats and have events here from time to time. If I still lived in Clearwater, we would have been regulars here.

This place is great. I have my grandson here many times they've gone over the distance to take care…read moreof him even though he wasn't a regular in town. They do a great job the kids love it there. It is just the best out they could possibly get and learning to jump and do things they will have for the rest of their lives is awesome.

Kids have been going here for years in the after school program. Birthday parties are amazing here…read moretoo, they have an indoor bounce house they put up. Haven't taken classes here. The gym has much better ventilation than Tampa Bay Turners.

We visited Bayside Sports Academy to attend a birthday party for my friend's child. This is a HUGE…read moregym located inside of a warehouse. There is so much room to run around in and lots of apparatuses to try, whether you're there for free play or for formal gymnastics training. There is also a Ninja Warrior themed area, with obstacles from the show for you to try. Because we were there for a birthday party, you get two chaperones who stay with your group and show the kids how to use the equipment. They didn't set up any particular obstacle or activity for the group to do together, so parents just had to supervise their kids (or run around with them as well) around the gym. My husband and I got yelled at a few times because we managed to get into the areas we were NOT supposed to go (the Ninja Warrior equipment and the inflatable slide, which has designated times for use). We had our own area for eating and storing presents for the birthday girl. After we ate, the chaperones finished our birthday session at the inflatable slide. Not the smartest order after our kids stuffed themselves with pizza and cake, but the kids had fun nonetheless. This was a fun, HUGE, and clean facility to use for a birthday party. Seems like a reputable place to enroll your kids or yourself in for gymnastics and other tumbling sports.