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City of Las Vegas Centennial Hills Community Center, Operated by the YMCA
4.5(869)4.5 out of 5 stars, 869 reviews Las Vegas, NV
About City of Las Vegas Centennial Hills Community Center, Operated by the YMCA
This community center, operated by the YMCA, offers a remarkably clean and well-maintained environment with a highly praised, friendly, and helpful staff. It provides diverse amenities like indoor and outdoor pools, two indoor basketball courts, and structured programs for children, including an excellent pre-school program and birthday party options, making it a comprehensive choice for family activities.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Parents seeking a very clean and well-staffed facility for their own fitness needs while having childcare ('kids gym', pre-school program, 'children programs') available.Families looking for a venue with excellent indoor and outdoor swimming options and basketball courts.Parents considering a pre-school program with a positive reputation.Hosting children's birthday parties for younger children (e.g., 3-year-olds).Pre-schoolers (3-5 years): Mentioned for 'excellent pre-school program' and successful '3rd birthday party'.
Why families love it
- Facility is extremely clean, neat, and organized.
- Staff are consistently described as 'nicest and most helpful,' 'friendly and helpful,' professional, patient, caring, and knowledgeable.
- Excellent pre-school program is available.
- Suitable for hosting children's birthday parties (a 3rd birthday party was 'awesome').
- Offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
- Has two indoor basketball courts.
Insider tips
- If your child's engagement in the 'kids gym' is critical for summer camp, directly inquire about the current activity schedule, screen time policy, and whether coloring/active play is still encouraged, as review indicates a shift to TV viewing.
- For any specific children's classes, events, or recitals, proactively confirm schedules and communication methods directly with the center, potentially closer to the event time, due to reported issues with last-minute changes.
- Sign up early for popular classes (like group exercise) as they are known to fill up quickly.
- Check online for weekly schedules of exercise classes and other programs.
Good to know before you go
- If you specifically desire a fully screen-free, actively engaging, and art-friendly childcare experience in the 'kids gym', as recent changes suggest a heavy reliance on TV and removal of coloring activities.
- If you expect highly reliable communication for event schedules without needing to double-check yourself, as there was a reported issue with late notification of a recital time change.
- The 'kids gym' (childcare while parents work out) has shifted from active play (coloring, dancing, reading) to frequently showing TV shows like Paw Patrol or Curious George, leading to children passively watching.
- Children in the 'kids gym' are reportedly no longer allowed to color, which is a decline from previous offerings.
- Issues with poor communication regarding event schedule changes; a dance recital started 30 minutes early without sufficient notice, causing inconvenience.
- Crowds
- Exercise classes (like Tani's) are popular and 'always full', filling up fast, suggesting potential for busyness in certain areas.
- Value
- While specific pricing for summer camps is not provided, being a YMCA implies a membership model. Membership grants access to varied classes, fully equipped gyms, pools, and children's programs (including the pre-school and 'kids gym' services). The value proposition includes a clean facility, friendly staff, and multiple amenities under one roof. No hidden costs were mentioned.
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible via handicap parking and access.
- Safety
- Facility is noted as 'neat, clean, organized,' contributing to a safe environment.
What parents say
"I used to tell all my friends to come here because the kids gym is amazing. I came here consistently for years and loved that my kids had a fun time playing, coloring, dancing, reading, etc. However since they put in a TV most of the time the teachers just put on Paw Patrol or Curious George. (Occasionally Danny Go) I see all the kids just sitting on the floor which does not seem appropriate for a place that is supposed to encourage a healthy life style. They won’t even let the kids color anymore. So disappointing. I drive past other gyms to come to this one just for the kids gym but it looks "
a month ago
"YMCA at Centennial Hills is awesome. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Tani the certified trainer is excellent. She plans the training schedule according to your requirements. She is professional, patient, caring, knowledgeable. She ensures you are doing the routines correctly. I met Bob who was being trained by Tani today. He was very cheerful and happy with Tani's training. He was having a great workout. She made sure he was doing it right. Check out their workout pictures. Tani also teaches group exercises. She is one of the favorites of the attendees. Her class is always full. All "
2 months ago
"For traveling seniors that are YMCA members, this Vegas location is pleasant, comfortable and provides varied classes, fully equipped gyms from machines to weights. There's a basketball court, showers, and wifi. Opens 5am weekdays and many local seniors attend. Children programs while working out too.Thumbs up! My definite stop while in Vegas."
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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