Riverplace Athletic Club

06/02/08

ok place

by kigetsu at Citysearch

this club has convenient parking,good swimming lessons for the kids,nice front desk staff. I would like to see more programs available for the kids though. the spa is ok as they now have some good technicians.

07/31/08

Best Swimming lessons for kids!!

by mkc10 at Citysearch

If you have ever taken your young child to a park district swim lessons and felt it lacked...well...instruction of any kind, then I think you will find the lessons at the RAC incredibly worthwhile. It costs a bit more as a non-member, but just in the short time that our son has been taking lessons (about 9 months) this three year-old has made huge strides being in the pool/lessons without a parent, going under water, swimming by himself to the side of the pool, and generally loving being in the water. This is especially significant given that he used to cry and cling to us in water. We've had the chance to take lessons from Ryan and Jossie, both of whom our son adores. While they each have unique styles, both share a playful but direct style of communication and interacting with the kids that builds immediate trust and respect. I have recruited several friends to take their kids here and while each had initial concerns about the cost or about it being too hard to get to from NE Portland, they too are converts and BIG fans after seeing their kids make such progress and having fun.

Otherwise, the club is lovely (with a recent remodel) and we regularly make a day of it by going to a lesson, staying for lunch at their cafe, or going for a walk on the riverfront. If you are thinking of doing swim lessons for your kids and you want them to learn to be independent and love the water, RAC is worth the investment.

02/19/08

Not Relaxing

by ginn13 at Citysearch

Unfortunately I went to this place on my Birthday and I specifically didn't want a "gym-like" experience. Well it totally is. I even asked before I came to ensure that I would have a relaxing spa experience! When I arrived 1/2 an hour early to sauna before my massage the girl let me just sit there, no offering of water or where to go for the 1/2 an hour. Finally I asked about their sauna which the girl said I could "after my massage". But when I informed her that I was early she told me it was "upstairs". After telling her I had never been there and I didn't know where to go "please help!!" She pointed me up to the gym. YUCK! I was almost run over by some meat-heads and the ditzy girl @ the gym desk took 3 people before me while I stood there and watched! She said she assumed I was going to the locker room. But guess what I had NO CLUE where to go! It was such a nightmare I canceled all my appointments on the spot and went home. When I canceled the girl didn't looked at all fazed she didn't even apologize! Luckily after I got out of there my birthday was the best I ever had! I know its cliche but after the bitter the sweet never tasted so good!

08/24/06

Great club

by lulu_miley at Citysearch

The staff at the club is friendly and helpful and the cafe is a gem. Soups & salads made from scratch with a healthy approach makes it not only convienent but delicious. The addition of the Point Spa is a real treat. Janet gives the best massage I've ever had. A+ all around.

• Pros: Food, parking, childcare
• Cons: Decor, needs more classes

All the bases are covered at this waterfront club, which offers everything from private swimming lessons to league basketball.

by Contributor at Citysearch

In Short
This gym's amenities include a full-size swimming pool, indoor running track, squash courts, a weight room--complete with Nautilus machines and free weights--and a host of cardio machines. The club operates "Kid Central," which provides day care for kids aged 6 weeks to 8 years for a maximum of three hours a day. A full pro shop and a cafe round out the club's offerings.

02/14/06

Perfect place to workout

by suzieq4625 at Citysearch

The RAC is an exceptional facility with some of the most knowledgable and friendly staff in Portland. The group exercise classes are offered at convenient times for people who work in the downtown area. All of the cycling classes are particularly rewarding to attend as are the yoga and strength training class.

The locker rooms are some of the best in Portland with steam, sauna, towel service, and all the amenities.

Overall, a top-notch facility!

• Pros: Friendly Staff, Group Fitness, Locker Rooms
• Cons: Classes are full, Boring Decor

01/27/06

Riverplace

by tatapaddler at Citysearch

I absolutely LOVE Riverplace. They have a wonderful staff and plenty of options. Their children facility and staff are amazing. Going to workout and knowing my children are being taken care of is huge! It is my little oasis every day.

• Pros: good parking, not usually crowded, very clean
• Cons: n/a, n/a, n/a

01/26/06

EXCELLENT!

by hayn at Citysearch

Good facilities, VERY good cafe staff and freindly. the casserole club is a awesome idea and the everchanging things to do at the RAC

• Pros: cafe, cardio, yoga

01/24/06

Excellent Club

by helpingbear at Citysearch

It is motivating and enjoyable to be able to work out with top, competitive, and yet friendly athletes who share the same values and work-out goals that I do.

• Pros: towels, parking, fun kitchen staff

01/20/06

User review by pott_a

by pott_a at Citysearch

Rever Place Athletic Club is one of the Cleanest Culbs I've used. I especially like the Cafe - which offers a variety of choices. The personal trainers are helpfull and the club offers parking, which is difficult to find down town.