I grew up playing at The Bladium since I was 4 years old with lil kickers. I played with the Bay…read moreOaks and SJND for indoor footie and played with my AAU basketball team in this facility. So many memories, like winning a state championship and rock climbing with my friends. The Bladium was an experience: to drink, to play sports, to work out, to have fun. I recently came back after finishing college, just to find the main football field and a majority of the weight room gone to pickleball. At first, I did not mind, however, it feels like the only people who come in are pickleball players. Its sad to see my friend's old family business being made into a pickleball center. Even the new company's logo shows where their priority is at. Heartbreaking to see. I will always remember the sounds the floorboards made.

I am getting overcharged, and they never pick up the phone to help. Super frustrating. Now I'll…read morehave to drive all the way out there just to deal with this mess. Do better!

Pulled up to The Hub Sports Club in Alameda and honestly... this place is solid…read more Came through with my guy Nate to check it out, get some runs in, and shoot a little content. Right away you can tell this place is well run. The energy is welcoming, the staff actually cares, and the community vibe is real -- competitive but still friendly. Pickleball-wise, it's stacked. 8 indoor courts that are clean, permanent, and play great, plus 7 outdoor courts if you want fresh air. Runs are organized, people know how to play, and they're always hosting tournaments and competitive events, which I really appreciate as someone who plays a lot. Outside of pickleball, the gym setup is legit. Full cardio and strength equipment, unlimited group classes like yoga, barre, and more. Locker rooms are clean, with showers, sauna, and steam room -- clutch after long sessions. Pro shop is fully stocked and the staff is always down to help with gear or questions without being pushy. Small thing but funny -- they even added a ping pong table, which kinda says everything about the vibe here. Functional, fun, and community-first. If you're in the Bay and serious about pickleball, fitness, or just want a spot that's run right with good people, The Hub Alameda is definitely worth checking out. I'll be back for sure.

Meh. For the fitness gym. Just know that if you want to cancel, you have to pay for the entire next…read moremonth. Gave notice on the 19th and have to pay for the following month. Doesn't even seem legal. It is definitely sleazy.

This was for the lil' kickers morning class. I wanted to share my disappointing experience with the…read morefront desk, coach, and overall program. We checked in at approximately 10:45am. Little to no direction was given other than letting us know where to go and who the coach would be for the session. When I signed up it told me Alex would be leading the class but the front desk let us know they were on vacation and Nala (apologies if I misspelled their name) was covering. Being the first class, I expected a short tour or more of an in depth conversation about what to expect. This did not happen. We sat at the small bleachers outside the indoor field as the first class was finishing up. Once that class was over we waited our turn. Coach Nala started to clean up and put everything away. At first I thought this was odd but figured maybe they have to use specific equipment for each class. She made eye contact with me several times, I smiled, but did not say anything. I took my daughter to the bathroom and noticed Nala and the girl at the front desk were talking. We then walked back to where we were seated, once again passing the desk. A few more minutes passed, so I went up to the front desk to ask when class would start. The front desk girl then tells me "oh yeah sorry it's canceled today". At no point did she or the coach think that it would be a good idea to come over and let us know. I asked her why I wasn't notified. She explained it must've been because I was on a free trial that we weren't alerted. I then asked why I received 1) a confirmation text and 2) email asking me to confirm and fill out forms. Both of which allowed me to do so, not giving an error message or notice regarding the cancellation. She said she wasn't sure but I shouldn't have been able to book the class in the first place. I calmly let her know that this was disappointing, that my daughter was really looking forward to it, and that this will affect my decision to sign her up here. She told me "she doesn't know what to do and that she could I guess sign us up for another day". Overall, this experience was very disappointing. I took time off of work to take her. For parents, our time is valuable and when I sign my child up for something, I hope that my time is respected as I respect the program and its staff. The staff were unprofessional and unhelpful. I won't be signing my daughter up (or my son, for that matter) and will also share with fellow parents our experience.

This center itself is definitely in need of a renovation. It is a fairly rundown place, and the…read morefacility only has very minimal to keep it running.

Great Private Gym I…read morereally enjoy this gym because it never feels overcrowded, which makes it much easier to get a good workout in without waiting around for equipment. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and always helpful. I also really appreciate the no-phone/no-recording environment. There aren't people constantly filming themselves or taking videos, so the gym feels more private, comfortable, and focused. Definitely a great place to work out if you value a quieter and more respectful gym atmosphere.

This is a seriously underrated gym here in the Bay Area. It's a very spacious facility with lots of…read moreupdated weights and workout equipment, swimming pool, endless cardio, machine machines along with a ton of classes. The staff is always helpful and friendly. Compared to a lot of gyms out there, it's also well maintained and clean. Recommended!

Been almost a year and they still have not made good on the bounced check nor paid for the goods…read morethey ordered and took. Small Claims Court judgement was made and recorded but they still refuse to honor their agreement nor do the honorable thing and pay us for the services and uniforms they ordered, picked up then paid with bad check. Court Judgement against them tells it all.

Stay away from these guys. Total fraud. They don't pay their vendors and use fake credit cards for…read morepayments. They have used our car rental company and placed a stop on their credit card to avoid paying us. They take money from innocent families and children and provide no service.

It's a great facility with wonderful amenities and lovely staff. The locker room is always clean…read more The towels are always fresh. I love that there are three floors of equipment. There's a beautiful court, yoga room, studios, bikes, pool, punching bags. And Ruby is amazing. I've been a member for nearly a year and a friend has joined in the past several months. Both of us continue to rave about this gym. Thank you, the Club.

This is a very shady gym, and honestly I'm not surprised it's turning into a ghost town. My dad…read morepays over $170 a month for this place, and somehow they still can't consistently keep the hot water running in the showers or pool. The locker rooms are gross, a lot of the equipment is outdated, apparently there's a jacuzzi that's been out of order since covid and the only thing this gym really had going for it was the basketball court. I first came here back in 2022, then again in 2026, and the difference is night and day. In 2022 the place was packed. Fast forward to 2026 and it looks abandoned. Either people got priced out, or everyone found a better gym. The funniest part is how they handled their guest pass policy. When my dad signed up, he was told he could send guests even if he wasn't physically there. I had already used the guest pass once before while I was finishing college, and they took all my information down. Ever since then they've absolutely spammed me with texts and emails trying to sell me a membership, even after I told them I didn't live in the area. It was way harder than it should've been to stop the marketing, which honestly doesn't inspire much confidence if you ever wanted to cancel a membership. I recently moved back and figured I'd use my second guest visit. I walked over for a leg day because they have one machine I actually like. The woman at the front desk asked for my dad's information and then asked if I could call him to confirm I had permission to use the guest pass. I explained he was currently out of the country. She disappeared into the back for a few minutes, came back, and suddenly said, "Actually we've changed the guest policy, so even if your dad called, we still couldn't let you in." ...Wait, what? You literally just asked me to call him. So I asked when the policy changed, and she said, "Maybe about a week ago." The whole interaction was awkward and honestly didn't sit right with me. Maybe it really was a brand-new policy, maybe it wasn't. Either way, asking me to call my dad for approval and then immediately telling me his approval doesn't matter makes absolutely no sense. The irony is they spent months blowing up my phone trying to convince me to buy a membership, but the second I tried to legitimately use the guest benefit that came with the membership my dad already pays for, suddenly I couldn't get through the front door. If you're spending over $170 a month, there are far better options. The YMCA down the street has a better value, and if you're willing to spend a little more, Equinox offers amenities that this place isn't even close to matching. This gym feels like it's circling the drain. Poor management, inconsistent policies, dirty facilities, and prices that make absolutely no sense. Save yourself the headache and spend your money somewhere that actually values its members.

Our experience at Aquatech this past year has been amazing for our 3 and 5 year old. Our goal was…read moreto primarily build confidence in water and basic swim skills for safety. The entire experience has been seamless. Classes can be booked online or if you need to skip a day you can get a make up token. You check in on an iPad and it tells you your lane and instructor. Changing facilities and bathrooms are super clean and plentiful. We never need to wait. Sitting area for parents is comfortable and you can easily see your kid in the pool. Our children have a fear of water on their faces and are super sensitive, but our instructors kindly got them over that fear. Coach Gabe in particular has been so patient with my son, and he has really grown into a confident swimmer in just 3 months! He went from screaming when water touched his face to dunking his head and holding his breath underwater. Their tadpole program is great too for babies and toddlers, although my daughter is not progressing as quickly since she doesn't get 1:1 attention from an instructor. Private lessons are pricier but it's the way to go if you need more help.

The instructors are nice but given the ratio is not the best, they learn very slow. However it's a…read moregood place for kids to exercise. Facilities seem clean, but I see a staff soaking her shoes into the pool today, why??

Love the queer sports programs in the city! We need more things like this. And I love the woman…read moreMary Ann who works there!

TBH it's obvious Marvin here didn't simply "come across" my review. I honestly wonder if Bay Blades…read moreis still a thing... I still remember my negative experience with this group and stand by my experience, though I feel a little bad trashing an older gentleman coach whose identity was probably fairly linked to doing this work. For what it's worth, I remember it being a nice day on the water, and I always love Lake Merritt.

Victoria and her crew are so great with the kids. Our kids had a blast and definitely hope to come…read moreback again. They also gained lots of confidence on the water and paddling skills. Thank you Victoria and team!

Working at Gaia Guides Kids Camp is hands down the best way to spend a summer! During the school…read moreyear, I teach art and yoga, so getting outside and exploring the Bay with a bunch of energetic, curious kids is such a refreshing change of pace. There's nothing like teaching them how to paddle or kayak and seeing their faces light up when they get the hang of it--or when they inevitably start a splash fight! This job is the perfect mix of fun, nature, and getting kids to unplug and just be kids. Whether we're paddling, playing games, or just soaking up the outdoors, it's so cool to watch them connect with the world around them and with each other. If you love working with kids and want to spend your summer outside (seriously, what's better than sunshine and water?), Gaia Guides is the place to be. Every day feels like an adventure, and I wouldn't trade it for anything!