This is the "beach" we grew up at. So many memories of my dad bringing me here whenever I wanted to…read morego for a swim. It's usually really nice and clean. The fishing area is separated from the swimming area. Area to wash off the sand when you are done for the day. Plenty of parking. Playground nearby for kiddos who don't want to swim. Bring your beach toys for a nice day at the lake. Great place for picnic too.

This is a smaller beach which has its pros and cons…read more Pros: family friendly, easily walkable, grills, dog friendly Cons: can get crowded, drinks are not permitted So, I believe it is perfect for a stroll and a family grill. However, if you are looking for a hang out with your 21+ friends to drink and lay out I would recommend another beach. They have a beautiful dock for some quiet reading and fishing. However, I have yet to go down there because it's always being used.

Well run swim meet run by the Riptide, the USA swim team that practices here…read more I was able to drop my kid off right at the door, run to a nearby coffee shop, return and park somewhat nearby (on the street), and still find plenty of good places to sit in the stands to watch the events. Huge selection of healthy foods and treats at their concession stands with plenty of tables, and right next to Elsmore so you can poke around at their clearance suits. Kid said the showers were cold, but I suspect the water was running all day. My favorite venue for swim meets thus far.

One of the few nice pools that is not a part of the public school system. My kids had the privilege…read moreof swimming here for one of the swim meets. Very clean and extremely organized. I would love to have my children take lessons here...Unfortunately, we live too far from here.

Small facility, but has everything need for a decent workout. I'm completely new to everything and…read morethe entire staff, from the front desk to the personal trainers have been very welcoming and nonjudgmental. Very open to questions, very approachable. Took my first Group Circuits class on Weds. Felt a near instant click with Instructor Lori. She asked me if there were any injuries/limitations she needs to be aware of and was excellent at adjusting exercises to work within those limits.

Traveled to Northfield for my husbands job and decided to start going to the YMCA. The gym area is…read morefully equipped. I took the yoga morning class and Aqua cardio or whatever they call it now. It was so nice! Perfect workouts and relaxing yoga. Totally loved it and miss it now that I'm back home in Missouri.

Today is opening day for this new indoor playground in the south metro! I went with my daughter and…read moreniece (both 5 years old) as well as a friend with her 5 year old. The space is clean and has a few bonus amenities, like a baby bottle warmer and sink in the main area. There's about 10 small tables for kids and parents to sit at for lunch. The play equipment is perfect, with lots of different types of climbing surfaces, tunnels, slides, swinging things, and more. There is also a lovely area for smaller kiddos, a building area, and an open space with balls. There are also a bunch of cubbies to put your stuff in. Day passes are a bit steep but the monthly pass is a good deal if you think you'll come 3+ times a month. We will definitely be back! One recommendation - add wifi! Would be great for days when school is closed and parents want to get some work done.

My son had so much fun here! He's almost 2.5 and ran around getting all of his energy out. He…read morenapped for a good bit afterwards. It was imo overwhelmingly packed though, I'm not sure if there's a capacity limit or not here. Every table was taken and it did get chaotic. Overall, a cool place to have in the south of the metro to let the kiddos run off some energy. I saw a nice setup for a birthday party as well. Lots of cool slides and things to keep a toddler busy.