Taken from their website, "To ensure safety and comfort for all, we ask members to always act…read moreappropriately during training. Any inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated..." The Southington branch of the YMCA violated their very own oath from a trainer (NR) to the Health and Wellness Director (JM) and up to the Branch Executive Director (JJ). As a longtime member of the Southington branch of the YMCA I am both saddened and disgusted. I had participated in their Strength Training class for several years but have been increasingly disappointed with NR mostly because she treats this class as HER time to engage in personal conversation with her friends in the class. Also, I noticed that she would often ignore me and send me clear across the weight room away from her group of friends. Then, a new member (EB) joined this class and eventually EB succeeded in not only ostracizing me even further from the group but began to bully me. The bullying included yelling at me, becoming argumentative and confrontational, treating the weight room as if it belonged to her and not me but most of all she succeeded in turning the other class members against me. I took my concerns to NR on three separate occasions to no avail. So, I then went to the Health and Wellness Director (JM). Previously, I had several positive encounters with JM (she always had a sympathetic ear) as I've been navigating a broken back due to cancer as well as dealing with my daughter's cancer diagnosis. Then... NOTHING. I firmly believe that NR gave her a pack of lies. So, I took my concerns to the Branch Executive Directo (JJ). Then... NOTHING. Again, I believe there were more lies from NR. I now belong to Big Sky and can't believe I didn't move sooner! Big Sky is everything the YMCA Southing branch is NOT! The facility is clean and pristine with a massive amount of equipment and staffed with amazing and professional people. The members are courteous, respectful, helpful and quietly go about exercising. The trainers never talk about their kids, vacations etc. like NR did in every single class. I spoke to the trainers about my horrifying experience with NR and the trainers all said the same thing - that NR acted extremely unprofessional and likely felt intimidated and threatened by me because I'm a serious weight lifter. If you read to the end I thank you!

The staff are kind, personable, knowledgeable, and responsive to members' inquiries and requests…read more Their Yoga programs run a gamut of time schedules and target populations. My wife and I participate in "Healthy Bones Yoga", with excellent practice teachers, and the team responded to our request to offer a class in the Cheshire location. Much more to come, as the Cheshire Y renovates and relocated to the former St. Thomas Becket Church facility. Herb

Children's House of Montessori on Camp is a wonderful, nurturing school. Two of our boys are…read morecurrently enrolled and we could not be happier. The Head of School, Ms. Taylor, cares deeply about the wellbeing and growth of each child. The lead teacher, Ms. Karla, is incredibly warm and caring, and has been meeting the unique needs of each of my children. This is a true Montessori school: the environment is carefully prepared and when you observe the children in class, they attend to their own work happily and independently to the sounds of instrumental music. We are so happy we chose CHOM and cannot recommend it highly enough!

We have been so happy since our daughter joined CHOM on Camp. Taylor and her team are excellent and…read morepatient educators. Their Montessori approach was the perfect fit for our child's learning style and has really brought her out of her shell. We cannot recommend this school enough!

Would give 0 stars if possible, DO NOT bring your child here. As a former worker, I can 100% say…read morethis is not a safe place for your child nor is it "a place to grow". It is dirty, they don't care about the children or staff, it's just about money to them.

My son goes to this daycare. I love the commutation during the day getting updates. The staff is…read moregreat. My son has fun throughout the day learning and playing with his friends.

We have found truly the BEST place for our kiddo to grow at OTR Cheshire. After having gone through…read morea very traumatic experience at another center, our boy has never felt more safe, encouraged, and loved at OTR. The teachers are patient, kind, and brilliant. The leaders are supportive and dedicated to the kiddos and their team. We could not be happier!!! We are so lucky to be part of the OTR family!!

I've been very happy with the care my kids have received at Over the Rainbow. My oldest attended…read morefrom 3 months until he entered kindergarten. My second child is attending now and will "graduate" this summer. The teachers are kind and engaged. The director has been extremely personable and supportive of my kids' various needs - medical and otherwise. Both of my kids have learned a lot of skills they can carry into grade school, including becoming very social kids who play well with others, through being able to write their own names. I recommend this business!

Best childcare center in the area. Caring staff who treat children like their own. Small, family…read moreowned business - not a corporation run on government grants. Pricing is comparable to other privately owned schools. Trust and safety are number one priorities.

Bright Start has been great for my kids! Both of my children have gone part-time for years and…read morewe've never had an issue. Even when we've had schedule changes, Chris has worked with us. I always recommend Bright Start to my friends looking for a new daycare!

Was looking for a comfortable place to swim in the NB area, and this place fits the bill. I go lots…read moreof different times and have always had my own lane; the staff is friendly and engaged. I'm not spending a lot of time on the cardio machines but was surprised to see modern machines with personal video screens, and do not seem to be overly crowded. I'm hoping to sneak in some racquetball at some point. It's not the "hip, young, beautiful people" kind of place but the membership is reasonable compared to other local pools.

Be careful--there is absolutely no accountability regarding the children, and there isn't a single…read moreperson in charge whom you can actually reach. I have never seen such a mess; it is impossible to get in touch with anyone. Be warned: this organization takes no responsibility for anything, and they steal money. Be prepared to hire a lawyer if problems arise--and they *will* arise, because nothing here is done properly

I have been with Cadance Academy for 7 years! Through world changes and life changes they have…read moreworked through everything with amazing grace and care. I cant really say enough about Ms. Melissa the schools director. She deserves the world. She quietly cares for our children and supports our family in ways that make the long days in these short years that much easier. I cant say enough about her and it reflects the teachers and all the staff that care for out children bc of her leadership and huge heart! When your child reaches pre-k you will find Ms. Crystal the best pre-k teacher you could ever imagine. I love them with all my heart and im grateful every day to have them as apart of our tribe! Love, The Guarinos

Joni's has been an incredible school for both of my two young kids. They are constantly learning,…read morecreating and staying active in a safe, clean, compassionate and healthy environment. The director is amazing, flexible, incredibly organized and always available for questions. We are so lucky to have found such amazing childcare!

Amazing customer service, supportive staff, very clean, great programs for adults and kids. Love it…read morehere!

Great location with classes, swimming pool, hot tub, camp, and fitness area…read more Was able to use my DE pass to use the facilities as the YMCA will honor your membership nationwide. I've been here for pilates, zumba, and yoga, and I've always been impressed by the energy of the instructors and keeping the class engaged and working out.

We tried the pumpkin patch and were disappointed after a year and a half of being there. The…read moremanagement always acted concerned whenever we had issues but never really did anything despite multiple complaints from us and other parents. We even took it to corporate. We had a particular issue with one teacher, who after we complained went out of her way to harass me and my husband. Corporate was great with us until they met us in person and saw that we are younger parents. (When I say younger, my husband and I are 30 and 31, but we both look really young) They then stopped taking us seriously. And we pulled our daughter out. All of this happened before communication with the owner who then asked us to write us a recommendation for teachers we did like. We both felt like she was trying to avoid a lawsuit. Some of the girls are great, but a majority of their staff is REALLY young. They hire people who are willing to take minimum wage and they get poorer quality staff in return. One of my friends still had their child there when she over heard the teacher we complained about telling the other staff she "couldn't wait to run into us outside" of the pumpkin patch. It was outrageous. The owner asked me to be a part of a parent group who could provide suggestions about how they could better the daycare. I agreed. It never came to fruition. The director had no childcare experience when she started and I think it played an important factor in how she manages parents. She was more concerned about firing a girl who she regularly went partying with and lost a paying family in return. I will also say that the owner of the Pumpkin Patch has been selling the centers off one by one. Wallingford was recently sold and I've heard that Southington is next on the chopping block.