This review is primarily for my experience with their competition and the atmosphere around when…read morethere were competitors from Cal & Stanford. I highly enjoyed my experience here as well as many of my friends who normally climb at Touchstone gyms. I've had the opportunity to try out their SF location early when they first soft launched during the pandemic and it was great albeit smaller than other gyms I've been to in the Bay. I will note that this isn't quite as corporate as Touchstone or Movement so they may not have the same level of funding which I see as reasons their sets are a bit more adventurous comparatively and membership can seem pricey Overall, the aspect I like the most about the gym was the sets for the comp. It really had a huge variety of non-traditional climbs with toe catch starts, partner climbs, lache, and run up dynos. All in all, I very much enjoyed the variety that is less typical comparative to the sets you'd see at Movement or Touchstone gyms. The fact that they have these unique sets despite the small space is what makes me enjoy it more I would recommend people who want to expand their skills check out this place. I didn't feel like they had any sets that were more inherently dangerous which I sometimes feel with some run up dynos at other gyms. Furthermore, not all the climbs were jugs which really helped to find fun ways to improve. It's also close to Indian Rock if you wanted something more natural and being so close to Berkeley campus it's a quick walk to good eats I find the diversity of climbs here the best of all the climbing gyms seem so far, including gyms in NYC/Texas. The interior space also seems to welcome students or people who treat it as a third space with a large table, small but adequately sized parking lot, and essential gym equipment. The one con I may say is the price may not be as cost-effective as some other corporate gyms in the Bay but having smaller gyms that have an inviting space and good diversity of climbs will be reasons I'd continue to come back

I visited Benchmark twice while in Berkeley for a holiday stay. I was glad to find a decent place…read moreto climb close to the house I was staying at. I was able to take advantage of a special 2-week pass that was the same price as a day pass, which was a great find. The staff is helpful. The toilets and lockers are small, but clean. The climbing space itself is also small, but adequate for two visits. There is a good range of difficulties represented. My two beefs with this gym: 1) the mats are thin and HARD. I felt nervous trying anything slightly outside my comfort zone as I was afraid of falling. That really detracts from the experience. 2) there is no rhyme or reason to the colors of the problems. You have to get close to the all and squint to see what V rating it is. Yellow here might be V2 and the Yellow over there is V0. Why?! I much prefer my regular gym where Yellow is always the same level. That way you can easily scan the whole room to see which routes will suite.

Becky Temko Tot Park is so small that if cars were parked in front ot it, it's difficult to see it…read moreon a drive by. not much room for many tots. probably closed during the pandemic. didn't see any signs indicating it was. primarily for the youngsters. just a sand pit, swings, a play unit with a slide, a few benches, a few trees & a grass area in the rear.

Not the largest tot park you've ever seen, but it has a solid sand pit, a nice jungle gym, some…read moreswings and a few nice trees. Not so shabby for a residential city park. As most parks, some local donated toys have accumulated, making it even more fun for the kiddo's. One picnic bench, one mini picnic bench for your little's, and a bench to rest those weary parental bones. Overall, a solid, bright tot park perfect for those toddlers to let loose and expend some energy.

For such a small park they pack in lots. Great design, two play structures and lawn in the middle…read more With such s small park it was great design pushing the play structures to the side. It makes room for kicking a ball around in an otherwise small park. Picnic table and trash can finish off the tiny park. Everything you need. Small and clean. Probably best for little kids.

Great little park for toddlers! And babies learning to crawl! Great sand box with water such a…read moreplus! Nice field for picnics or dogs or activities only downfall there is no bathroom. It's not a far walk from us but definitely inconvenient if you're potty training a toddler The big side park is equally as entertaining a lot of climbing to challenge the kiddos!

Soccer by the Bay! 2…read morefull turf fields, and 2 regular grass fields. Needless to say, this soccer spot gets plenty of usage by tons. It gets fairly cold here, so be prepared! Also, make sure you zip up your soccer bags, hide your phone/wallet/keys somewhere safe! It has been known that little thieves walk by the sidelines and swipe your stuff! Although there are plenty of people milling about, they tend to be brave and take your valuables. There always seems to be plenty of parking for us ballers, so it's never really the problem. You'll probably get into a car wreck at the Gillman exit, before you can't find a parking spot for your car. Try to use the facilities at home. Unless you are a weirdo who enjoys port-a-potty's, then you'll be in heaven here! There is a bleacher style bench at the first field, but after that there isn't much else for spectators. BYO-chair! Albeit downright freezing at times, a great place to joga bonita!

Sports by the bay. If I played sports (I just watch now), this field would be my preference…read more Turf, Grass, Softball Fields along the water, beautiful sunsets included. Make sure you have a permit, because the field use is highly coveted! Bring your equipment, but leave the food outside the gates because they only allow water in, though they do have a drinking fountain. If you drink too much water, be prepared to use the port o potties. I don't have anything to say because I avoid them. The fields are conveniently located off the freeway, but the freeway can be plagued with heavy traffic at abnormal times of day. Parking is a challenge during game days (usually Weekendss during the sports season because a second lt is not available for use near the front lot at the Turf fields. There is another small lot at the grass fields so you don't have to trek across the fields to get to yours. Be sure not to leave valuables in you car! There is a taco truck just outside the parking lt that attracts hungry players during their breaks. But that is it for convenient food at the location.

Despite signage and online suggestions, this is not a public track, even on the weekends. we have…read morebeen using it for years as such, but have recently been informed that we have to pay to rent the facility in order to use it.

If you're looking for a great place to train outdoors, this is the spot…read more I've been to the track on many occasions to train with a group or on my own. The field is turf which makes for a nice give for doing exercises on foot. There's also a great set of stairs to run m and work the glutes and hammies while also raising the heart rate for cardio. Getting to the field can be daunting depending upon where you park. The track is marked for any distance you choose to run. There's almost always people working out, running, playing soccer, or training in the mornings and on the weekend. Remember, this is a school so you're unable to access the track during school hours.

On our group Albany walk, we visited Jewel Terrace Park, a neighborhood park that's tucked away in…read morethe middle of a residential neighborhood. The park takes up about half a square block and is very nicely maintained. There were two workers maintaining the park while we were there. There's a playground with a nice play structure, a basketball court, two tennis courts, picnic tables and a large grassy area. There are restrooms and the side of the structure has a beautiful mosaic. The residents in the area are fortunate to have such a nice community park. A neighborhood gem!

Awesome park for a picnic or similar function. Lots of entertaining dog chaos. -2 stars for…read moremosquito bites.

Nice place to play fetch with your dog. It's a mostly gated giant piece of grass for pups to run…read morearound. Has a small playground for kids, water fountain and a poop bag station. We meet new dog friends here and there. Great alternative for those that don't like the dog park and have decent recall.

I was walking to ACME bar from the BART station, through a neighborhood that didn't seem…read moreparticularly nice. Nevertheless I was glad to see a fenced-in area where my husky could play. It's next to a playground for children. Mini Park is an apt name because it's literally a giant square of grass. There's a water fountain for humans and dogs. Nowhere to sit except some giant boulders by the fence next to the playground. It's not quite a dog park or a human park... Can't tell which it was meant to be. There's no double gate, so make sure dogs don't run loose. It's also not the most mowed lawn, but it's certainly green enough to be nice. Obviously I wouldn't go out of my way to come here again. There's a much nicer (actual) dog park closer to the BART station, but it was further from my destination. I'll probably bring my dog there next time!

They have 3 different pool with different depth to it, there are attentive and friendly lifeguards…read moremaking sure they rotate turns and that everyone is safe. If you're looking for a place that doesn't close super early during the summer this one's an option.

Update: after contacting the city I was allowed to go around the side instead of having to go…read morethrough the locker rooms. If you want to do the same, just tell them at the check in desk that you'd like to enter around the side. Staff now has instructions to let you do so if you ask. However, still no access to nonbinary bathroom or shower accommodations at this public facility.