Almaden Valley Athletic Club - San Jose, California

Patrick D.

5 stars to 2 stars after 10 months:

Original:
So far so good. Class of four children for 25$ per class of 30 minutes which seem to be in the range of you compare to water aquatic or YMCA. Nice facilities, parents are not in the class but you can pay 5$ or 7$ depending of the time to have free time in the pool (which is very limited in their schedule). Free wifi, hot water, 25$ yearly admission fee.

After 10 months:
My daughter received 2 ribbons in the first 3 months and for the next 7 nothing. My 3 years old might not be the best but she listens. However, the teachers (we tried 3 different) keep being stubborn about "gliding". My daughter got better but she wants to swim (move her feet). So, she is stuck at that level. Also, they need to go in deep water for the next level but the kid can practice deep water only 1/5 time, hence almost only one every two months. The program is NOT adapted for young kid and the teachers do not know how to change the routine to spark progress.

The staff is way too young. The supervisor decks are total douche bag. Sun glasses, big attitude, talk loudly. When I asked a question, their answer was very respectful like if the question was dumb while they had done a mistake (give twice the same level to my daughter).

The pool is DANGEROUS. I saw a boy that almost drowned because in the deep water the two teachers were not supervising the kid waiting in line. The boy went in the deep and couldn't get up. It took more than 3 seconds to the teachers to move toward the boy. I almost had the time to jump to rescue him myself... Very dangerous. Supervisor decks are not checking, they just walk around with weird attitude.

About supervisor decks, they also distract teachers with ridiculous riddle on the whiteboard and chitchat. I know, I stay on the side of the pool. Also, do NOT take the 3h30pm class because teachers are tidy up stuff 10 minutes before the end of the class to get ready for their "teachers huddle".

In short, the staff is way too young, all around 21 years old. They have "fun" there, and it looks to be a great place to "chill" as a first job, but for your own children safety and progression, I do not recommend.

Huma S.

Very clean and well taken care of facial. The staff is super helpful and friendly nothing but good things to say about avac

Daria C.

Just had my first swim class here and it went great! Super friendly staff, clean facility, enough space to change etc. It was busy but yet did not feel crowded as every group had its own section of the pool.

Sarah L.

We have absolutely loved our experience with AVAC’s swim classes! Delaney is a joy to work with. Our daughter is shy to the take, but she has made this new environment so comfortable for her. Very grateful for her and the rest of the wonderful AVAC staff!

Kathy M.

If you are looking for a friendly, safe family owned club to work out on your own or with a private trainer give AVAC a try. There is an outdoor pool for lap swim and aqua aerobics along with an indoor swim school. There are many group fitness classes for all ages or take on a private trainer. Optional palates, bungee and fit classes, play tennis or pickle ball or relax at the Cafe for a bite to eat or a smoothie. Full showers, sauna and jacuzzi with towels provided. I've been a member for 20+ years and have no plans to leave.

Christina U.

Honestly one of the best places to swim in the area. The staff are always friendly and go above and beyond to create a warm environment. The pool is warm, the locker rooms are clean with built in locks, and the classes offered are diverse. The night time yoga with Sarah Khayat is a weekly must! Bonus they hold social hours,their own triathlon event, and many other fun activities( basketball 🏀 games on the screen in the cafe tends to drawl a crowd).

Do yourself the favor and try it out. I would suggest talking to Daniel when stopping by.

Sam P.

Today, I was doing machines with the chillest fitness instructor his name is Craig. I would recommend him 10/10 also I would recommend the locker room hot tub

Michael B.

I've been going here off and on since I was a kid, probably 34 years or so. Still a great place, awesome pool and not too warm for good lap swimming. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and professional. It is a bit pricey, but they are so flexible. They are no more contracts, it's month to month. Weights and machines are all well maintained and locker room are pristine. I would highly reccomend.