I volunteer as a youth sports coach here and it is a fabulous experience! I love the program…read morestructure that allows me to come in and give my expertise as a coach but I don't have to worry about the details of finding practice time, space or games. This facility is truly a part of the community with programming in fitness, aquatics, child care, sports, community garden, skate park, and so much more! If you want to join programs there is a cost difference between members and non-members.

I usually go to a different Y on the regular. It's wild how different all of them feel. I…read morerevisited this location after having been away for years. The parking lot was packed. A steady stream of people were coming in and out, but everyone was in a good mood. The attendants acknowledged everyone as they scanned their Keychain. The equipment was almost all occupied, but I managed to do a few machines. I like that they have several televisions playing in front of the treadmills and bikes- it helps to distract. There were just a couple of machines that were out of order. This is a pleasant gym to visit, although prepare to be around a lot of people while you work out!

I moved to Fox Park last year and I've been super impressed with this little neighborhood park. It…read morefeatures a perfect little dog park, a new splash pad that kids love, some picnic areas that people use, and nice baseball field that is seeing some action now that Covid is letting up. Also, there's a basketball court which gets a nice crowd in the afternoons.

I have lived in Fox Park nearly my entire 8 years living in St. Louis. It has undoubtedly come a…read morelong way. It has gotten a total makeover within the last couple of years. There's a little league baseball field that I am dying to see a league use soon! I never see much action on it, so it's a great place for batting or pitching practice. A splash pad, a dog park, and open field for recreational sports... It also has a basketball court. Some of the neighborhood kids tore a hole in the fence on the south side of the court, because they used to lock it in the evenings. The maintenance would frequently forget to unlock it even at peak times- evenings and weekends. The park is being surrounded by renovation on all sides. Homes, businesses, and restaurants are being restored surrounding the park and there's a new energy present in the whole neighborhood.

Came here for a party in one of the private rooms. This place was clean, very open and the staff…read morewere friendly. There's plenty of parking outside and so many activities to get involved with.

Carondelet Park Rec Complex is such a great community spot! The staff is always friendly and…read morehelpful, and the place stays clean and well-maintained. I really like how they've got something for everyone -- from the gym and pool to the walking track and fitness classes. It's got that neighborhood feel but still feels modern and professional. Whether you're coming to work out, swim, or just relax a bit, it's a great place to spend some time and stay active. Definitely one of the best local rec centers in St. Louis!

Terry is a well maintained and open neighborhood park near the SLU medical center. Along South…read moreCompton Avenue it contains a modern playground with synthetic surface, ball field, basketball court, picnic tables, and benches. One pavilion provides picnic accommodations--shade and tables. Another structure provides neither and seems to be more a visual element than anything functional. Little shade is available in the open park--especially the very open east portion. There's a seasonal water fountain but the park has no restrooms. Parking is on the street, which includes--beside South Compton--Henrietta, Louisiana, and Eads.

My daughter does swim lessons here and Bryant is always nice and welcoming at the front.read more

The Emerson YMCA is one of the greatest businesses in North County, STL, MO. The employees are all…read moreprofessional, kind & customer-oriented. The monthly fee is a great value at just a tad over a dollar a day! Senior citizens are allowed to have their Medicare/Insurance pay their fee. They have a very affordable childcare that is open early & closes in the evening. The swimming pool has many different classes for swimming, water exercises, etc... The maintenance crew performs an excellent job cleaning & the overall Y looks great, especially during & post-Covid. The gym equipment floor is expansive with plenty of options inc/ free weights, different exercise machines, many diff styles of cardio equipment, etc... The basketball floor is brand new & where they host many diff boys/girls rec leagues practices & games. They play pickleball on the courts, also. Walking track is on the 2nd floor above the gym. I'm encouraging everyone to join, become a donor to assist our fav biz in North County! Your donations can be used for childcare, events (Ex. They just hosted an indoor Halloween extravaganza for the kids this week). I don't know why the YMCA('s) Executives/Mgmt. doesn't broadcast all the services, benefits & community events?? The YMCA needs our assistance regarding donations, volunteerism, event participation & joining to improve OUR community and our family's health!! As a community, we should all look to join, participate & donate to this excellent, quality & affordable value. My wife & I have participated in the Christmas gift drive for a decade+.

Pontiac Square is a 1-1/2 acre urban park between 9th and 10th streets, and Shenandoah and Ann in…read morethe Soulard neighborhood. For its small size it packs in numerous features: a small ball field, up-to-date playground, mini-garden, spray area, and several art elements. The metal fence bordering the park aids playground safety. Pontiac Square Park a pleasant and serene oasis for the densely packed Soulard neighborhood that surrounds it.

I do appreciate this park as I live in the neighborhood with a baby. Sometimes the weeds are…read moreovergrown and often (i.e., full time) the homeless are taking up several benches, drinking, playing loud music, peeing, and other "things" but I try to just roll on by and pretend like I don't care. Anyone with a baby or young kid at least kind of cares, especially when one won't put their penis away when asked. Anyway, the equipment is pretty updated. There are no "mommy and me swings" like there are in the Lafayette Square Park but there are toddler and adult swings. The fountain is really only usable by older kids and is off at random times. The sculptures and carved stone benches are pretty neat. I miss living by Tower Grove Park and am a little jealous of Lafayette Square Park but this one isn't bad at all.

Very small, quaint park for the Soulard locals named after Martie Aboussie. His son is buried at…read morethe edge. The sign doesn't provide a lot of details about Mr. Aboussie so note to self, Google him later to learn why he received this honor. A gazebo sits in the middle of the park as well as a few benches for taking a pause for rest and conversation. This would be a nice meeting area for coffee with a friend.

Blink and you might miss this Soulard gem, and it's not your fault because Aboussie Park is…read morerecognized as the smallest of all St. Louis city parks, covering a mere 0.4 acre. While you are probably going to select one of the 115 other parks in St. Louis for your long runs or pickup soccer games, Aboussie Park adds a historic charm to an already quaint neighborhood. Aboussie Park was established in 1981 and is located near Sidney and 13th Street, and just east of the chain link fence on the I-55 easement. This park is surrounded by well-kept St. Louis brick homes with manicured front lawns and gardens. What I love about the space is that without the well thought out flow of the park, it would be an overgrown patch of weeds in an otherwise unusable space. The park provides an area to walk our dog, a place to sit/rest and a small set of trees and shrubs to attract birds and other small wildlife. One thing you can't help but notice while walking in the park are the smells of coniferous trees and perennial flowers meshing with the signature Soulard scent of barley from the Anheuser-Busch brewery. Aboussie Park takes its name from Martie "Murph" Aboussie (1909-1970), a politician in the 9th Ward. There's a sign in the park commemorating his life, but is rather vague on his actual accomplishments, rather characterizing his time as a servant of the common man and a friend to youth. Just steps away from Ninth Street Deli at Howards, the park provides a wonderful place to munch on your to-go sub. And thanks to St. Louis' open container regulations, you can pack a few drinks to have the perfect picnic. It helps you feel like you're getting out of the city just steps from your home. There's a cute gazebo as the focal point of the park. Over the summer, it served as a meet-up location of a community created golf cart pride parade through Soulard. While the park could use a little love, the city does care for the grass and trimming the trees to make sure the walking paths are clear. Clyde and I love strolling through this park every night on his walk.

This is a strange little park. It's completely fenced in and the one gate was locked both times I…read morecame by. Maybe two acres, this park has some grass, trees and a few benches with a fountain in the center. There is a small amount of scattered trash that I'm guessing blew in from the street. The park is on the campus of Harris-Stowe State University and is adjacent to the famous Pappy's Smokehouse. There is some metered parking on the street. [Review 14451 overall, 1777 of 2020, number 85 in Missouri.]