10/10 would here again. Amenities were clean and spacious, though didn't check bathrooms. But…read moreFriday 2 hour play for $8 cannot be beat.

Eastside Paddle is a fantastic indoor court located right off Airport Boulevard in East Austin…read more It's pretty similar in structure to most other courts where you can both walk in or reserve. We're not too sure how busy it gets here but would still recommend reserving anyways. The parking lot out front is pretty tiny but we got lucky with a spot, just expect to circle once or twice if needed. The inside is very nice and so was the front desk person. Reserving was a tad tricky online but check-in was a breeze. They do offer both indoor and outdoor courts so keep that in mind when you book for options sake. The courts themselves are great. Very clean and well maintained with a side area for bags or anything you don't want on your person. The whole vibe of this place is very Austin, in a good way. They have an upstairs area where it looks like you can hang out as well as ping pong tables out front. This feels like a very community driven place if we've ever seen one. Eastside Paddle Club is a great place to reserve a court and play some pickleball and if not for living up near The Domain this would probably be our go to spot. If you're in the East Austin area and unsure about where to start your pickleball journey then look no further. This is the place to go!

Austin Pickle Ranch is a game-changer for playing pickleball. If you have ever tried the sport, you…read moreknow how fun it is, though the booming popularity definitely makes finding open courts a pain. That is what makes a place like Austin Pickle Ranch great. They have nice indoor courts, which means you get to play pure pickleball without dealing with the blistering Texas sun or fighting strong outdoor winds. My favorite if the first one in the left as you enter. It's a solo court! Having only played a few times myself, it is the kind of place that makes you wish you could play more often. If you are looking to dodge the elements and get a few games in on well kept courts, Austin Pickle Ranch is the spot to check out.

Don't get me wrong, I like Pickle Ranch. And I'm no expert in pickleball…read more Pros: Music is fun and lively. Plenty of courts to go around. Seems consistently clean and amenities are fine. Cons: Maybe not so much cons, I just think APR has become a bit stagnant compared to East Side Paddle Club. ESPC is cheaper, with more courts, and just as many events, clinics, and open plays. ESPC also has family plan, which is very nice on the wallet. Level of play seems more challenging at ESPC compared to APR, and just generally more buzz. Still very solid place to pay, I just think they need to be more innovative or come down in price.

They have a lot of nice tables each separated in their own space with 1/4 walls. I rent the paddles…read moreand the balls are free. They have a nice lounge with a TV and bathrooms too. You can buy snacks also. I recommend this ping pong faculty to everyone.

Just pure table tennis. We were only in town for a few days, but it was easy to get a table and…read morepaddles, and not expensive. Seems like a cool place

I've been a member of Fitness Connection for several years now, and I love it! Jeff, Darius,…read moreJonathan, Jenny and the rest of the front desk staff members are friendly and fun. Great value!

Be VERY cautious before signing up for personal training here…read more The initial "free session" was mostly a high-pressure sales process, which in hindsight should have been a red flag. Some aspects of the program also didn't match how they were presented during sign-up (things like guidance around goals, communication, and support outside of sessions). I do want to say that my trainer herself was kind and genuinely good during the sessions I had with her. I don't think the issue is the individual trainers as much as the structure of the program. That said, I did run into a couple of scheduling issues where I showed up for confirmed appointments that had been reassigned, and communication overall was inconsistent. I also would have appreciated more proactive follow-up--I needed to cancel my last session in December, life has been crazy, it's now Mid April and I never heard from anyone again--though I acknowledge I could have reached out as well. *****The biggest issue, however, has been the cancellation process.***** The contract requires written notice through a specific support email, and in practice, that process has been slow and difficult to navigate. It took multiple attempts to get clear direction, and communication was limited to being routed back to the same support channel without meaningful follow-through. Based on my experience and similar complaints from other customers, this appears to be a pattern. This creates a situation where it's easy to sign up, but MUCH harder than expected to cancel. I would strongly encourage anyone considering signing up to carefully review the cancellation terms and be prepared for a potentially frustrating process if you decide to end the program.

I've now participated in three ACES karaoke leagues and one of their volleyball leagues, and I'm…read morestill really impressed. They really stress the "having fun" part of it and don't tolerate bickering and uber-competitiveness. The karaoke leagues started out as just a singing competition but they have quickly evolved into mini theatrical productions. It's no longer enough to just get up and sing a song--people are coming in elaborate costumes and acting out hilarious skits to the music. Keep up the good job ACES!

ACES has been really awesome, it's a great way to meet people, have a great time karaoking, playing…read morevolleyball or bowling while also enjoying couple drinks. You get to go out there, make new friends, and do things that you've always loved doing! People in karaoke really enjoy singing, dancing, and even dressing up! We all root for each other and it's a very supportive environment, you don't have to be a great singer to have fun. Whether it's RC Fowlers or Common Interest, they're both super fun places to sing. In Common Interest, we all have this big room just for the clan and we are grouped up in 3. It makes really fun to be teamed up and there are different themes every week. Volleyball at Hanovers on Friday and Saturday can't get any better, you get to enjoy drinks, chill back, and play some sand volleyball all in one place! Another cool part in all of these activities is that you don't even have to have a full team, you can just signup by yourself and you'll be placed with new people. That's pretty awesome if you're new in town or just want to make more friends! This is a must-join clan, you get to socialize with new people while also having fun playing volleyball, karaoking, bowling, and so many other activities.

I went here for the first time over the Summer for a free yoga class. I walked there and it was…read moretricky to find. I didn't know that it was inside of a parking garage, but I guess if I was driving it would have been easier to find! You can park right on the rooftop of the garage near the field on the roof. I was amazed by the views once I got up there! The main soccer field has nets all around it and there is also a pickle ball court and other activities. We did yoga on the soccer field and it was so quiet and peaceful. I have been following their other soccer tournaments and it seems like a fun place to play or watch a match. Very cool Austin spot. Note: There are no bathrooms- just a porta potty on the first floor of the parking garage. I believe this is still a brand new venue and hopefully they will have more signage and restrooms in the future.

I play soccer out here, quality of players is good, vibes are good. Great spot for pickup and not…read moretoo expensive.

Been a member for a bout a year. The amenities are great but it is an okay gym... competitors have…read morered light therapy, sauna, etc so equinox is due for an upgrade especially considering the price you're paying. Also the workout classes are not good anymore. Timings are terrible and inconvenient. They see to have high staff turnover. Won't be continuing membership but willing to reconsider if they upgrade

The gym is 'ok', you can see the other reviews for the pros and cons…read more What I find frustrating is to pay $200+ a month for a membership and then get a parking ticket for parking in the gym parking lot while doing a workout! You would think rather than using a third party and sending tickets in the mail, they would work directly with their customers. I guess the issue here is that after doing a workout I got a snack from a local business and then returned to my car. If this is a violation of my contract, fine, come talk to me, but having a third party send a bill in the mail threatening me with collections is passive aggressive and terrible customer service. Maybe they'll squeeze a couple extra bucks from people by doing this, but it seems like a classic example of "penny wise, pound foolish" since in the long run you'll just alienate your customers.

Northwest Park near Burnet Road is nicely placed into a residential area. The park covers a very…read morelarge green space. While a great deal of the park is open to the public, some parts of the parks grounds are under construction specifically the pool area (according to a construction worker on site, construction has been ongoing for a 1.5 years). The grounds appear to be well manicured. Large, shaded oak trees are the focal point of the park. The park's amenities are a standout. Northwest park features playgrounds, pickle ball, tennis courts, picnic tables, and a scenic pond. The park appears children friendly except for the portion under construction. There's also a walking path around the park and Shoal Creek running along the edge. Overall, Northwest Park is a versatile, green space where recreation, nature, and community converge.

Now that the construction is over and the pool is open, it's time to update the review. You'll…read moredefinitely notice some changes such as all the new picnic tables that popped up on the property along with a new sculpture. The pool shows many new changes such as the entry kiosk resembling your average downtown parking kiosk which is where you pay to enter. The price to get in ranges from free to $5. Anyone over 80, infants and veterans get in free. There is no concessions sold here, but you are allowed to bring in your own picnic items and drinks, but no glass or alcohol. Outside the pool, you'll find two public bathrooms with showers. They do close the pool at certain times such as Thursdays so it might be best to call to see if they're open. On my visit, the largest part of the pool was closed, but the wading part was open. Call 512-453-0194 for details. Definitely a great public pool for both the local and Austin community.