Swimwell

7.0 km

Coach Tracy is teaching at a new location. She is the only instructor CERTIFIED IN INFANT AND…read moreTODDLER SWIMMING in Birmingham. Call her to schedule weekly year round lessons.

Kicking With Katie

3.0

(2 reviews)

17.2 km

Hands down the BEST swim program in the Birmingham area!…read more After trying several other swim options, I can confidently say nothing compares to this one in Birmingham. Katie is truly a gem--so loving, patient, and gifted at what she does. My kids look forward to swim lessons every year because of the joyful, confidence-building experience she creates. From the start, Katie clearly communicates expectations and guidelines via email, so you always know what to expect. She's amazing with kids--gentle yet effective--and by the end of the week, they're swimming! Most importantly, Katie genuinely cares about each child's safety and progress. I'm incredibly grateful for the way she's taught my kids to swim and for the peace of mind that comes with knowing they're in such good hands.

Not friendly. In my opinion not safe regarding water safety. I wouldn't recommend her. She doesn't…read moreseem qualified to work with kids.

Alabama Swim School

3.4

(5 reviews)

14.6 km

Absolutely amazing instructor who is perfect with the kiddos. This is definitely an advanced swim…read moreclass and believes he starts are 12 months. My little girl is 2 years old and was at gold fish but she has clearly grown more skills and comfort in the water after being in this class. I HIGHLY Recommend him! Plus he has been doing it for 40 years and so fun to watch!

My daughter began Alabama Swim School at two years old. She was trained for safety and swim basics!…read moreIt was a relief to be at a pool and know she could swim to the side when necessary. We kept her swimming as she started swimming competitively on her community summer swim and branched into year round swimming. she learned to be competitive and confident in her strokes-became a regional swimmer at 8 years old! She is now a Division I College athlete in another sport. She feels like the discipline and training she learned at a young age gave her more opportunities to develop as an athlete. She is a lifeguard and coaches summer swim when she is on summer break. I am thankful for the decision we made to start her in a swim class at a young age. It has benefited our family in building a good foundation for our daughter.

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Life Time

2.9

(90 reviews)

6.6 km

It's an okay gym, but there's nothing even close to "luxury" about it. You'd genuinely get better…read moreservice at the YMCA. The women's sauna is constantly broken or smells like sewage, and it's been that way long enough that it's clearly not a priority to fix. They also completely erased a huge part of the club's community when they removed the basketball courts. That space brought people together, and replacing it with indoor pickleball--without asking members--says everything about how decisions are made here. Most of the events are geared toward the senior population, so calling this place an "athletic country club" feels misleading. And the last‑minute changes to heated classes, suddenly moving them outdoors when it's 60 degrees and cloudy, make no sense. It feels like they're sacrificing quality just to squeeze in more bodies. It was heartbreaking to lose the cycle classes as that was the only community I had been able to build there. When the gym is crowded, it's barely usable. I've seen the saunas so packed that people are standing shoulder to shoulder. It's uncomfortable and defeats the purpose entirely. And while most of the staff are friendly, it's hard not to notice that some employees show up smelling like weed, which doesn't exactly match the "premium" image they're trying to sell.

Lifetime (Birmingham) is an upscale gym, spa and recreation facility offering free and paid fitness…read moreclasses, state of the art gym equipment, indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, steam room and whirlpool spa. They have childcare and even a cafe with healthy offerings (one inside and one by the outdoor pool for summer days). They also offer towels, lockers, shampoo, razors, etc, , personal training, small group training and educational programs. I have participated and taken advantage of all of these services and amenities, at some point. It's the nicest health and wellness facility in Business, and prices are reflective of this fact. It's worth every penny if you are able to take advantage of offerings. Unfortunately, the sauna and steam room are often closed, in need of repair and classes require advanced reservations and fill up quickly.

The lounge area in this facility is unique

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Aqua-Tots Swim School Hoover

1.0

8.6 km

Aqua tots is in the business of making money and not actually teaching your kids to swim. We went…read moreto the Hoover location and we talked to parents that their kids had stayed in level 3 for 5 months and never progressed even though they looked like they should of been in level 4 or level 5. Also they can cancel appointments and not give you your money back. If you dont want to come back for example and you signed up for the buy 5 months and get one free and you say dont want to come back and only did one month and you dont want to get anymore lessons because it isnt adequate for you or they cancel too much, well you cant cancel and get your money back. If you sign up for 5 months and only do one month then youll still pay for 4 months of the lessons even if your not want to get lessons any longer. Just not good business. Also when we signed up I thought that ONLY certified instructors with 40 plus hours were going to instruct the kids, one of our lessons was instructed by someone that wasnt certified and only had 10 hours of training.

From the owner: Aqua-Tots Swim Schools is the industry leader in swimming instruction because of its world-class…read morecurriculum, highly trained swim instructors, family friendly environment, and state-of-the-art year-round facilities. Our motto, "Safety First, Fun Every Second" embodies our guiding philosophy that learning to swim is an essential life skill - one that can save a life and be enjoyed over a lifetime! Our mission is to prevent drownings by working with the community to provide a standard of excellence in teaching children water safety. At Aqua-Tots Swim Schools, we teach swimming techniques that provide a safe and fun experience for everyone.

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Aero Joe

4.8

(12 reviews)

5.7 km

I recently tried a beginner aerial yoga class at Aero Joe and overall had a good experience. This…read morewas my first time trying anything like this, so I was a little nervous. The instructions said to arrive early to sign waivers and get settled, so we arrived about 25 minutes before class to change, but no one was there yet and we had to wait about 10 minutes before someone arrived. There is a parking lot on both sides of the building which made parking easy. I would also recommend wearing long sleeves so the silks don't rub under your arms, and avoiding loose fitted clothing and jewelry so nothing snags while you're in the silks. One class was $35, but they also have a deal for 3 classes for $49 which seems like a great option if you plan to go back. Once class started, I really enjoyed it. Rachel was super nice, patient, and helpful, especially for beginners. She did a great job walking us through how to use the silks and made sure everyone felt comfortable. The class was fun, different, and a great introduction to aerial yoga. I would definitely take another class again!

every class I've taken and every instructor at this studio is excellent. I love Pilates, so I go…read morehere when I am visiting family in Birmingham. I actually tried an aerial yoga class., And it was fun!

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Majestic Caverns

3.8

(66 reviews)

50.8 km

Two of us visited Majestic Caverns and took the cave tour. Our tour guide was Josiah and he was…read moregreat! He gave us lots of information about the cave's history, took pictures of us, gave us time to look around at features he pointed out and answered all of our questions. I have trouble with tight spaces and this didn't bother me at all. The cave is very open and wide. There was a beautiful laser show at the end, we saw the liberty show and it was breathtaking. We enjoyed our visit and Josiah made everyone feel welcome and appreciated.

Staff were okay. I guess they were working as part of some summer thing? So maybe volunteers. I…read moreasked one guy where we should go to find the caverns and he had no idea... Honestly, the only staff I liked is our tour guide Char! She gets a 5 star. The caverns are amazing. It is a must-see for anyone in the area.

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Blue Water Park

4.7

(7 reviews)

18.9 km

Not only do they have a wide range of scuba certification classes, but they rent paddle boards as…read morewell! The water is bright blue and absolutely beautiful, it's such a great place to learn how to paddle board (no waves, no current). The rentals are fairly reasonably priced (~$15/hr) but you can also bring your own and just pay the usage fee (~$6). The dock is well maintained and so are the paddle boards, the owner/staff are incredibly nice and welcoming. Note that they're only open on Saturday's and Sunday's. Can't wait to come back and one day get scuba certified here!

Came here with my friend on Saturday (mid-morning) to paddle boat. It was our first time attempting…read moreto do so and also at this site (never would have expected to find this quarry in the middle of an industrial area). We rented our paddleboards for $15/hr and went right for it. They also have life vests available to borrow if you need. Kayaks were also available for rental as well as diving gear etc. This is a well run, organized and very pretty diving area, would definitely recommend for an outdoor adventure!

Divers of all levels welcome

Evening at BWP

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Paddle boards available for rent

Geaux Play Sports & Fitness

4.8

(4 reviews)

17.4 km

Trainer, Keith Washington, is always dependable and ready to work out. He is the absolute best!!!…read moreGym owner, Lisa Hall, is always kind and helpful. The gym is clean and the bathrooms always has adequate supplies. Besides Keith and Lisa, my favorite part of the gym are the two friendly doodles who let me hug and pet them every time I see them. It is my happy place.

great facility! my son loves getting in cage work there! It is well kept, expansive and Lisa is so…read morevery helpful!

Love my Geaux Play Family

Speed & Agility for all sports

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Free weights, Cybex, and cardio machines

D-BAT SW BIRMINGHAM

4.1

(8 reviews)

5.0 km

Great people great staff clean facility. They made the reservations super easy if in the area again…read morewill definitely go.I'm

We absolutely love this place. It's always so welcoming, and the coaches actually care about…read moreteaching our son the mechanics of baseball. His swing has improved immensely!

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Big Time Entertainment

3.5

(13 reviews)

89.8 km

Do I recommend mini golf for kids 6 and under? No. But we did it anyway. And it was fun outside the…read morechaos. The course is nicely maintained. Looks like plenty people come here for parties. After, we played in their arcade. It was really fun. Felt clean, too. When redeeming our tickets, we had to split 157 among three of my kids which got them one small toy each. The staff was kind enough to throw in a ball for free.

Big-Time Entertainment has amazing staff, but the pricing and game quality are way too expensive…read more The cost per play is sky-high, and credits vanish fast on short, low-quality games. It's significantly more expensive than Dave & Buster's, which offers much better value and promotions. Compounding this, many games are constantly broken or malfunctioning, which is unacceptable at these premium rates. Even buying credits is frustrating; the kiosks only highlight rigid options like $10 for 80 credits instead of displaying a full, transparent price list so families can budget effectively. Management should introduce half-price Wednesdays and a summer season pass to provide better value. The best part is definitely the workers--they are incredibly kind and accommodating to guests with vision loss. However, placing the best prizes, like the big colorful balls, exclusively inside visual claw machines excludes blind students. They waste money on games they can't equitably play. Thanks to the staff's sided help, I was able to get one, but these items should be redeemable via tickets at the counter so everyone has a fair shot. The great staff deserves a venue with a fairer, more accessible pricing model.

Bowling lane

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Led Zeppelin III pinball

Putter Up

3.4

(12 reviews)

15.6 km

We are big fans of Beer Hog and kept walking past Putter Up. One Thursday, we decided to stop in…read morefor a date night then grab some pizza at Beer Hog. When we arrived, we had the place to ourselves and through the evening it did not get that crowded. We were easily able to move around and never had to wait to play, and I love that it is inside. It's perfect for a rainy, cold or hot day. The electronic experience is cool. You sign in through their kiosk and then everything is tracked with the golf club. There is also a little more of a challenge because if you hit the ball into certain areas you will get more points. I also love the automatic scoring, and the cool lighting. Putter Up is a 9-hole course. I recommend playing two games so you get the full 18 holes. It is also super cool that you can bring in beverages from The Beer Hog and Half Shell Oyster House.

My son and I went there yesterday morning. It's a cool different way to play putt putt…read more I thought it was buy one get one free Monday so I was going to buy one for me and then my son would use the free one. It's actually buy one per person and each person gets one free. That was very confusing. There were 2 staff members there that we dealt with. The young man was very nice, upbeat, helpful and accommodating. The place was very clean and organized.

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Mountain Brook Gymnastic Center

4.3

(4 reviews)

My daughter has been taking sessions here for almost a year and we love it. The staff is so…read morefriendly & they are so good with my girl. The facility is always very clean & we've thoroughly enjoyed our time there.

Recently, my kids started doing gymnastics at Mountain Brook Gymnastics Center. They both turned…read morethree back in April and still don't have a ton of coordination. But we were hoping for a few things out of signing them up: improving that coordination, seeing if this might be something they can enjoy down the road and to wear them out so they sleep hard!! Their Covid process is really well planned out. They have a designated crowd flow plan with a specific entrance and specific exit. They also have someone at the front checking temperatures. The main gymnastics area are on the main level. It is a huge facility that has been buzzing with kids of all ages every time we have gone. For our little ones they have a smaller area upstairs where there is an observation area for the big area. And when I say smaller, it is just in comparison to the big area. It still has plenty of room. The instructors are great with kids, their facility is great and we really enjoy it.

LionHeart Academy Martial Arts

(5 reviews)

I've been coming here almost a year now. The experience has been great. Professor George teaches…read moreyou more than just technique, he puts a lot of focus the concepts behind jiu jitsu. The environment is very welcoming and it's a great place to train whether you are a colored belt or a brand new white belt.

Great family atmosphere, wonderful place to train. Instructors teach the Jujitsu concepts like no…read morewhere else I've been. I'd give it ten stars if I could.

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Coach Tracy is teaching at a new location. She is the only instructor CERTIFIED IN INFANT AND…read moreTODDLER SWIMMING in Birmingham. Call her to schedule weekly year round lessons.

Body Logic School of Cosmetology, Esthetics & Massage Therapy

3.5

(6 reviews)

I recently booked a facial here for my mom and me. You have to call to set appointments, as they…read moreare not enabled to do so on their website. The young lady that scheduled the appts was attentive and accommodating. When we arrived at our appts, there wasn't really a wait after we checked in at the receptionist desk. The technician that performed my service was really nice. She made me feel comfortable and did a nice job overall. My mom stated the same for the tech that she had. It is important to note that all services are performed by students. The prices are very reasonable and all of the services they offer can be found on their website.

When you ask a client what is needed to make the service better and you dont honor their request…read moreand give excuses that the students are learning is bad business. You have signs that states students are being instructed but it is clear there is no instructions being given. The students are left on the floor alone until a teacher walks from the class where they have students being taught asking you if you are okay. So if you are giving instructions/oversight that means you are teaching in the moment to avoid issues that I encountered today. In a nutshell, the school is getting paid to take students in but failing them by stoking their ego with their many lies and failing to teach them how to be the professionals we as customers look for.

Grand Jete

4.7

(3 reviews)

I've been going to Grand Jete for several years now and I just LOVE it!! I love how they…read moreincorporate classical ballet techniques and exercises in every routine. The owners and instructors are wonderful people and they always greet you by name. They also have a variety of classes including Barre Fusion (which is a combo of barre and yoga), yoga, circuit barre (more cardio) and ballet class (only classical ballet moves). They often have groupon specials which is great! I really like browsing in the boutique which serves as the entryway for the studio. They have workout clothes and also locally made jewelry and hair ties. Water and snacks are also available for purchase. I highly recommend taking a class (first class is free) at Grand Jete and I am sure that you will get hooked like I did!

I attended a free private class here a few weeks ago. It was a great class! I was defiantly shaking…read morethroughout the class and felt it for the next few days. The instructor was upbeat and encouraging without being too in your face. The studio itself is adorable. They have a mini boutique in the front with workout clothes and sticky socks. I would recommend getting the sticky socks if you are going to be a regular. I was slipping all over the carpet during planks. They have cubbies in the actual studio to hold all your belongings. At $20 per class I do feel the price is tad high in comparison to other group exercise classes. They do seem to offer Groupons occasionally though! If you're into Barre this is a great option!

Magic City Cheer & Tumble

My daughter has taken from MCC&T for 2 years now and we are both very pleased with the progress she…read morehas made. She wen't from not knowing how to do a cart wheel to now working on her standing tuck. The owner, Kendall Frazier, has a very hands on approach and really knows how to relate to the girls in a way that gets results. Would definitely recommend trying this gym if you are interested in cheerleading.

Frank House Municipal Golf Course

3.1

(8 reviews)

Had some fun this Labor Day weekend golfing with 2 buddies! I can't say I'm a pro... but I had fun…read moretrying. This course is one of the cheapest in the Birmingham area, so lots of young folk out. It's about $30 to play. One of my friends is a fairly avid golfer and gave up even putting on some of these hold because "the greens are awful." I'm no expert, but love having something to blame my poor performance on. So, yes, the putting greens were very slow and not the best manicured thing in the world. There were also a few stray dogs running around. The dudes up in the clubhouse were friendly and we didn't have to do any waiting to get out there. The carts had those little screens that give you all the information on the holes as you get to them (par, distance, etc). I do think there could have been more water stations out, I think we only hit one at hole 10. It was a hot day. I would totally golf here again, but bear in mind I'm just out here to putz around.

Guy at the pro shop is an asshole. Tried to go pay and he just was the most grumpy dude I've ever…read moreseen in my life. Wouldn't even let us pay for 9. Also wouldn't let me try my card after it was declined. Horrible, this dude needs to be fired.

Studio Steel

4.7

(7 reviews)

Yes. The instructor was amazing. They have a discount of 3 classes for $75 dollars. I think by then…read moreyou will know if you want to take it serious

Decided to bring my birthday month in with something new and exciting. Me and my ladies had a…read moreblast. Our instructor was amazing. It was so much fun!!!

Ballantrae Golf Club

3.7

(12 reviews)

This place is WAY too expensive and has arbitrary rules that make it impossible to enjoy…read more I've never seen a golf course that doesn't allow carts in the parking lot so you can load your clubs. They don't allow outside beverages, you have to buy their drinks that are unbelievably overpriced. They force single and double players to play with other twosomes.. There are silly little rules for everything. I can't stand that. When you pay over $100 for one person to play, the least they can do is leave you alone and allow you to play your game. This is Birmingham, there are great affordable courses everywhere available--courses who'll leave you alone and stay out of your head and allow you to play without stupid arbitrary rules.. but this ain't one of 'em. I'll never be back.

Well maintained course but the phase too slow, overall the course is in good maintained staff…read morefriendly as well.

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