We've been doing dance classes here for our daughter since the school year began and so far I'm impressed! It's a step up from what the city offers and is a bit more expensive, but less intense than KC Ballet, which was what I was looking for. The only reason I'm going 4/5 is because the complex is massive and for folks like me that are only coming once a week for a class it was really hard to find where I needed to go on day one and the folks at the front desk had no idea where the dance classes were held. They were very nice though so that did soften the blow. Now that I know where to go it's all smooth sailing and I'd recommend them to others. read more

We just joined and felt pressured into a one year contract. We've been there less than a month and I am already unhappy. My husband doesn't like the yoga options compared to our old gym. I like the werx dance fitness class. We joined because we moved a little too far from our old gym, but after being here I wish we would just drive to the old one. My main concern is the childcare. We were used to a gym with friendly childcare workers who engaged with our kids. Here they are not friendly and I peek in to see workers on their phones or just sitting there not engaging. I'm most upset about the video games. I talked to them about my concern but they claim parents are requesting their kid have time on it. I find that SUPER hard to believe. They said they can enforce a time limit for my kid and have some of the time. Today I arrive and my kid is just at the gate hoping I return soon. I have no idea how long that was happening. His sister is 6 months shy from being able to go to the other room Where I am sure they would play together. All the kids in the older area were watching or playing video games and my kid was alone with staff not attempting to engage him. It just makes me sad that my kid is having this experience/ and it makes me not want to come. read more

You couldn't pay me to go back here. Don't waste your money on a membership. The communications are all over the place, it's overpriced, and the staff is super rude. read more

Update The Senior Manager, Bob Hennecke, called me the next day around 4:30 pm. He told me after reviewing my request, they made changes on the schedules to have Tuesday evening open from 7:30 pm - 10 pm, and Saturday open from 11:00 am - 1: pm and 5:30 pm - 8 pm. During the Saturday open hours, the field is non-reservable, and it is for all other member to use. The senior manager Bob Hennecke is really flexible and considerate. I can not say enough thanks to him for calling me the next day with a solution already made. Best wishes for you !!! read more

The J is amazing place to go and visit. the turf field is good bad the courts are good. Idk why the heat is so high in the gym but everything else is great. The people are nice, reasonable prices ( I think idek ). and it has good swimming pools. I have been a member since 1492 and even then during the Columbus days the J never disappoint. read more

I took a tour of the J KC today. I was uber-impressed. The gym facility is expansive and spotlessly clean. It has advanced equipment and tons of class options. Heritage KC is for the 55+ community and provides art classes, travel trips, and educational programs. Also under this same enormous roof is an authentic kosher deli, and a live play theater. Go take a tour. You will be surprised at this jewel in our midst. read more

As of Oct 1st they are charging $30 for guest pass. Absolutely ridiculous! I would recommend going somewhere else.

After being suspended from getting grosery at the Food Pantry I finally learned yesterday after trying to communicate for a few weeks over the phone and by emails with someone in charge of IT that I personally Do Not Deserve Passover Gift Basket nor any of the Jewish Holidays Gift's Baskets. After ALL I came through with JFS I've got completely different experience with such a nice and kind of people at the Food Pantry of Christian Church. read more

( if you don't have a membership they will not act nice towards you) I've been going here since I was younger, I even went to preschool here and summer camp. Yesterday I decided to go to the pool with a friend after not visiting for a few years. The staff at the pool were rude to us because we didn't have a membership- my friends card was not working with the system (not sure why?) the staff rudely asked "what card do you even have?" And laughed at her. Then asked us to go to the main desk to see why the card wasn't working and when we walked in the new modern decor was honestly overwhelming- luckily the card went through at the front desk. But 40$ for horrible service??? We left early. As well as the Concessions stopped selling the warm food and the man working that was also just not kind whatsoever and again their system wasn't working with a normal Visa card. Genuinely I was excited to go here again Because I had an amazing time as a child, but now it's ruined. read more

I've been a member here semi-regularly since 2002. I'll leave for a year and then be drawn back by the value and features that the JCC offers. The facility offers many features including an indoor pool, a huge 50M outdoor lap pool, water slides, diving boards, squash courts (my personal fav), racket ball courts, kids gym with rock climbing wall, basketball courts, indoor track, weight room, yoga studio, spinning studio, tennis courts, softball diamonds, soccer fields... Whew... That is just the athletic facilities. They also offer many other community related services such as pre-school, day care, child and adult education, self defense training, fine arts programming... etc... The JCC is truly a world-class facility and my corporate membership that costs ~$50 per month is a steal! Generally speaking, for such a large facility with so many members, the place never seems jam-packed with people like Life Time Fitness always seems to be. The longest that I've ever waited for a lane at the indoor pool is about 30 minutes. 95% of the time I dont even need to wait. I've never waited for a lane at the outdoor pool and I always am able to schedule a squash court. I hesitate to write this review because I dont want a mad-rush of new members to spoil my oasis... :-D The JCC is a truly great facility and a asset to the greater KC Area... read more

they keep the fitness area at 80 degrees..... why would any gym do this? i thought i was going to pass out

I have absolutely horrible experience. If you are foreign with really heavy accent please do yourself a favor and avoid the place. I came here Saturday evening to use outside pool for my training. As soon as I walked inside the building ( I had no idea you can enter the pool from outside) and was trying to pay for the entrance a young gentleman 20-26 years old with curly, dark hair started yelling at me- don't touch the door! I explained I wasn't trying to and if I can buy a one day pass to swim in the pool outside. My English is a little broken so I'm not sure if he didn't understand and got annoyed by it but he was yelling at me the whole time telling me that I can't come in without my ID which I didn't have on me. When I asked him- what's your name- so I would be able to talk to someone about him treading me that way, he said- you don't need to know my name. There were 2 more employees, they didn't say a word, they were just watching. One gave me the manager card saying- you should talk to her. Finally the same young gentleman who was yelling at me said I can come in, I asked how much am I paying and they said- for you it's $20... I ask why $20 since everyone else pay $10? I got answer- because that's what it is for you.. this literally made my cry. I will definitely never come back read more

Such good value for a family. Indoor and out door pool+ child care girls are great with my son.

Just took a tour, Bobby was extremely gracious and funny. My girlfriend commented as soon as we left how much she loved the energy and facility. Everyone there was extremely nice! This will be the workout facility for us. I do however wish the workout area was bigger. There's only 2 squat racks and during peak hours, you're just out of luck. Also what's with the non-toilet paper guys? I need more than a single tiny kleenex, just saying.The kid care center can be spotty as the first time we went to drop off our most precious being, there were young ladies working. Neither greeted us and one seemed rather annoyed. It really ruined our workout because we felt like we left our infant with a young lady who did not want to be there. read more

I've been a member of the JCC for over 15 years. If that doesn't speak volumes about how I feel, then let me provide details. This fitness center has grown exponentially over the last 10 years. They now provide all the latest and hottest fitness classes and I've been impressed with all their instructors, especially Marilyn. They provide a supportive and fun atmosphere and I've always felt comfortable here. The membership fee is more than reasonable as well and you won't find a better deal for you and your family. The only thing that could make this place even better is if they had later hours on the weekends. Overall, though, I am very happy with this gym and I highly recommend the JCC. read more

The J is great! The exercise machines and overall fitness area is kept up-to-date and very clean. I also really enjoy some of the shows The White Theater puts on. Overall it is great. My only critique is that I'd like to have easier access to towels in the locker room and in the workout area. read more

A perfect place for a family membership. There's an inviting atmosphere, the staff are wonderful, and they have programs and facilities designed for all ages. Our family loves it. read more

Great locations, clean facilities, updated equipment, friendly staff... after 5 years, I can still say I enjoy going to the JCC.

Wow. That's all I can say. This place has it all. You show up, have good sweat, sauna, and shoot hoops. You can have a cup of coffee, gossip with the yentas, and have a game of racquetball. You can enjoy some Jewish cultural activity, have a swim, and watch some theater. read more