Fit Club Gymnastics, Dance & Cheer Academy - Orange City, Florida

Joyce Santos

I enrolled my 5/6 year old son is the Ninja Fit program for 8-9 months (August 2023 to April 2024). My hope was that he would learn structure, skills, team work, and some discipline. This was my first time ever enrolling a child in something like this so I didn’t know what to expect.

Upon arrival for our trial class, we were very confused. The front desk woman wasn’t very helpful and there were no clear signs for where to go or what to do. We expected the coach to be waiting at the door to greet the students but that wasn’t the case. With a large gym, young child, and a sign that prohibits parents from entering - the first-timer experience was intimidating for my child and I.

However, my social son found his way and he enjoyed the class very much. Worn out is an understatement! The class started with stretches and ended with obstacles.

The online description of the Ninja Fit program promised martial arts training but unfortunately, in 9 months, my son received zero training.

To be honest, the majority of the classes were spent stretching and doing obstacles without much training of any kind. I’d hoped for my son to at least receive some sort of guidance and discipline with how he approached certain obstacles or stretches but that didn’t seem to be the case.

Also, the coaches changed every week for probably about 4-5 of those months. There were some days where I questioned if there was even a coach for the Ninja Fit program at all. On those days, it seemed as if they’d just pick a coach at random to lead his class. Many times, it felt like the young ladies teaching his class had little tolerance or interest in teaching them. They’d be distracted by other things going on, which delayed the class, or they’d seem annoyed.

Two coaches that we did love very much were Coach Amanda and Coach Colin. They both took a a personal interest in each child, showing that they really enjoyed guiding them.

By the time they seemed to have a consistent coach, it seemed as if the majority of the boys in the ninja fit program had dropped it. There was a time when my son was the only one in the class.

While speaking to a handful of the other moms, some said they were disappointed with the lack of structure and the uncertainty. While others had children who just got bored halfway through the class and wanted to
Leave early (including my son towards the end). I hear another mom saying that she could setup an obstacle course at home and her children weren’t being taught anything she couldn’t teach them - for the ninja fit program specifically.

While my son loved the exercise and I loved the hour break once a week, my super active son became bored with the same thing every week. The ninja fit class had so much potential but without the martial arts and without gymnastics, it was just an obstacle course that they switched around sometimes.

I’d pay for free play and maybe even gymnastics but Ninja Fit just wasn’t worth it. I hope they improve the program for the sake of the kids and community.

Meagan Sanchez

My children have both done some beginner level classes here and they've been good for the most part. I use their day camps much more often and find it to be the most affordable option out there. My kids always enjoy being able to play in the gym and they have games as well. We've been coming for many years now. While I do often recommend them for day camps, I do warn people that it's cheaper for a reason in that they are just sort of in a make-shift room with picnic tables and yes, it's pretty crowded. It's still good and safe, but you'll have a better experience if you know what to expect going into it.

Jessica Chavarri

My girls have attended fitclub for many years now. I truly feel this establishment cares and loves the kids that attend and most importantly LOVE what they do. The owner ken is amazing. He is extremely knowledgeable of the sport and takes the time to really listen to the kids. Jennifer is top notch in running the office side of things. She always makes sure she has everything thought of and prepared. Coach Carolyn is just fantastic at being a mentor and coach for all the kids. All the coaches are just great all around. This is such a nice place to be able to send your kids for their after school program or just attend rec or team classes. Their summer camp is so nice too because my kids come home exhausted from all the fun and activities they do. I truly recommend fitclub if you are looking for something extra curricular for your child and want that family vibe for your kids to be around.

Tiffany Vincent

This facility is over crowded, they are more worried about taking in as many kids as possible to get money than the safety of the children.. The coaches are extremely rude to the children. Every time I would pick up my kid there was a child being yelled at or crying. I am so beyond glad to be away from the this place. I feel bad I made my child suffer as long as I did.. And it smells!

Wilfort Doly

Honestly, if I could give this establishment zero stars I would. The staff was extremely coarse and disrespectful. I inquired about a charge for a week that my child wasn’t even attended and all I received from the lady on the phone was excuses and how it was my fault. I stated that it was my fault but she continued to be coarse and boast about how they have a waiting list then threatened to remove my child from the camp. The result of the conversation was me getting the fee for the week and her saying that my child will not be attending the camp. Horrible customer service and the most dreadful interpersonal skills I have ever encountered. I'm saddened by the conversation because my child has friends that attended the camp. However, now I will have to find a new summer camp because the summer camp police banished me.

Ashley allbee

I signed my 4 year old son up a few months ago and have a great overall experience so far. My son loves going and learning new things. The coaches are great, very hands on and patient. If you miss a class, you can schedule a makeup which is easy and I’m glad they offer that.

Alexis Rosario

I signed my two girls up for summer camp… their first day was okay, the kids are seated at these tiny tables all smooshed together which seems to be extremely cramped. As they started in their day, they did some stretches & had open gym, no instructions on how to use any of the equipment even after asking the kids if this was their first time and played games later in the day. Around 4 they sat at the tables again until the end of their day (ends at 5). Their second day was supposed to be “water day” I’m not sure what we were expecting but 5 small buckets of water & some squirt guns were a little disappointing.. especially with so many kids. Also noticed by 3pm they were inside and done for the day? I don’t understand the hours differences in the days. Lastly, from the first day the staff seemed to be miserable, now I’m not one to pick on that cause i wouldn’t want to do that job but when your kids come home both days saying these people look miserable and are angry all day it’s a little disappointing. Kids shouldn’t feel that way at what’s supposed to be a summer camp full of “fun activities”.

Johanna Villalobas

We came here a few years ago and it was great! Recently we came back to a horrible experience from the staff being rude on our first day back not knowing how to direct us to the coaches not coaching at all. They stand around they don’t look at the kids they don’t coach teach or correct they just sit there bored yawning. If your child has a talent I DO NOT recommend this gym. Communication is very poor!