The Link Event & Recreation Center

Review №1

Rating: 1

In light of recent events, the cell phone policy needs to be reviewed and revised. The only reason my child has a cell phone is to call her parents to check in and in case of emergency situations. Ive instructed my child to call me EVERY SINGLE DAY between school and the link program to assure her safety and make sure she had a good day. So far there has already been an incident where a male staff member raised his voice and quite literally yelled at my child on her birthday about not having a cell phone. It was literally the first 24 hours of her having it and the first time she was to call me as part of a new safety routine we partake in. I understand rules and so does my child. We understand there is a time and place for everything, but to hinder a childs ability to call for help instead of making a note and notifying the parent is in my opinion ridiculous. I hope there are changes made soon. The disrespect was unprofessional and shameful.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №2

Rating: 4

Reviews of my 35th visit to a facility on 75 DFW / North Texas cities with 309 locations. This one is The Link Recreation Center in Richland Hills. DPA (Dallas Pickleball Associations) Rating: Overall, 8.7/10*. This place looks really nice and clean inside. Location on 6750 Baker Blvd, Richland Hills, TX 76118. The Link Recreation Center has 3 Indoor courts: floors rubberized material. (8.3/10 Court rating). All 3 courts were being used at my arrival time of 9:40 on Mon 08 26 2024. Court 1 is for Beginners & Intermediate. Court 3 is for Advance players. Court 2 rotates between B&I and A. Court 1 Level of Play 2.5 3.2. Court 3 level play was 3.5 4.0. Pickleball everyday (Mon-Sun) see flyer for dates and Times. One OP evening: Tuesday 6pm -7:55 pm. Lighting was very good. Placing paddles in stacks on bench court 3; court 1 uses stacking paddles on a table. Orange indoor Onix ball is the primary ball used. Ceilings were approximately 22 feet high. The rubberized flooring is some of the best as far as less stress on joints and legs. The ball bounces consistent. The problem with this facility there is air pockets which causes some issues in the flooring(luckily the problem areas are outside of the court. They will probably fix this floor sometime this year. This floor issue caused a lower court ranking. The flooring didn t cause any issue when I played on Court 3 this morning. Pros: $5 DI and $15 month for PB only. Free for most senior insurance programs. See flyer for all programs covered. Not too crowded. Many Open Play times. Cons: Flooring needs work. *The DPA review was my own view, this was based on my visit at that particular time and day. The review might have been different on another day and/or time. Everyone has their own opinion.

Date: a month ago

Review №3

Rating: 1

Camp Connect needs to learn how to manage a group of diverse children and handle behavior issues without shaming kids. You can simply say we dont do that here, its against the rules and dish out whatever the consequence is. There is no need to lecture a young child about how their behavior is a reflection of the camp and their family and say things like dont be around those bad kids, find the good kids to hang around. The camp representative I talked to (Alexis) told me this is what they had told my child. She then couldnt see the clear connection between her words and my childs feeling of worthlessness. He cried all the way home and was being extraordinarily self-critical, which is unlike him. Even when i tried to explain that there arent bad kids, just bad behaviors, she really struggled to see the difference. When I mentioned some training on trauma informed care might be helpful, she said we got training... like how some kids dont respond well if you yell in their face. If this is the extent of their training, they are doing their counselors and our children a disservice. Do better Link... the kids in our community are worth it. TLDR: my child has done 5 other camps this summer and has been so excited to return to all of them every day, but would rather spend the last three days of this week at work with us than go back here.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №4

Rating: 4

Date: 4 months ago

Review №5

Rating: 4

Date: 4 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Started out today. Very nice, employee very helpful and polite. Im working on making The Link my Happy Place.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Had my daughters 1st birthday party here and everyone was SO nice, professional, and accommodating and the price wasnt outrageous. I would definitely recommend and might do another party here in the future.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №8

Rating: 3

Decent enough equipment, usually quiet gym. Need to fix issue with the tvs constantly turning off.

Date: a year ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Thank you for such a wonderful local Halloween event!! My granddaughters were delighted to hear all the fun had been moved inside instead of canceled. Our family enjoyed all the work and effort your staff and volunteers put into a fantastic evening.

Date: a year ago

Review №10

Rating: 1

If your child is not inside the box and easy to deal with please dont bring them here especially as long as Angela is one of the directors! She will roll her eyes at you, tell you they dont have appropriate cleaners for kids who happen to get sick, brag about having behavioral certifications but cant handle or teach her staff to handle children who have any issues, told me they werent childcare they were just camp when childcare is plastered all over their website! My daughter went there off and on for 3 years and the staff never had issues handling my child until Angela came along. But according to her my daughter was too much for their staff! Complete discrimination and absolutely unacceptable!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №11

Rating: 1

Do not recommend. Stay away if you want a peaceful experience with the front desk. Nothing but issues from the older woman that works the front desk in the evenings. She will give you nothing but trouble.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Very clean and good place

Date: 3 years ago

Review №14

Rating: 3

Date: 3 years ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Great gym, awesome trainers!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Church is held here on Sundays...starts at 10:30 am, come join us

Date: 3 years ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Always clean. Staff is always friendly. Lots of stuff to do and good programs. I always enjoy going.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Friendly people no hassallers

Date: 3 years ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Tricky Treat Trail was awesome! My son did not want to leave and it was just a drive thru!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №23

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №24

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Very clean facility with nice and helpful staff!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №27

Rating: 4

Great splash pad !

Date: 4 years ago

Review №28

Rating: 3

Date: 4 years ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Nice and clean

Date: 4 years ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №32

Rating: 4

Very clean and well maintained.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

One of the best facilities for your casual private event. The staff is hard working and courteous. There is a full kitchen and plenty of tables and seating. The facility is super clean and with modern equipment. You should really give them a shot!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Great place.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

It fits

Date: 4 years ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №39

Rating: 4

Nice place but what I dont understand is why I have to pay to see little League basketball game. I go to other places to see grandkids play an its free. Shouldnt my tax dollars take care of this like it does with the schools.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

I love the church Trinity. Pastor Frank is an awesome pastor. The people are so loving and welcoming.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Cute and clean rec center...staff is not super friendly but the facility is nice.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Good for every body

Date: 4 years ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Attended a memorial for a family member. Place was clean and large enough to accommodate family and friends.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №46

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Great place to workout, friendly staff!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Clean gym and friendly staff!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Great clean kid friendly environment .

Date: 4 years ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №51

Rating: 4

I found pretty much everything I was looking for I was sad about that kids under 13 I believe couldnt work out I was really said about that

Date: 4 years ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Nice place for

Date: 4 years ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Great place to work out

Date: 4 years ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

I have trusted these guys to care for my children in the after school program they provide. Check it out...they are amazing! We have been going there since they opened a few years ago. My son has auditory neuropathy and can be a bit of a challenge. They welcomed him with open arms and were amazing.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №55

Rating: 4

This place is really nice. New, clean, and friendly are all words that describe the Link. There are so many activities for all age groups. The only thing that held it back from 5 stars is the cost. The initial fee is high enough but if that was all it would be good. This base price gains you access to the building and the fitness equipment. But the fitness classes, kids programs, and other activities add to the cost. Making the total bottom line costly. The value is there but one does have to decide if this is a good fit for your needs due to pricing.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

My son started Summer camp here this past summer and now goes for before and after care. The summer camp was good but I believe the structure for before and after care is phenomenal. The staff is excellent. They are very good with the kids and the price is an added plus.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Richland Hills has this treasure: a clean facility and great staff! Lots of activities for adult seniors too, including Yogacize classes every Tues/Thurs 9am: combo mat yoga with strength training. Instructor is also a senior offering modifications for beginners who want to try gentle, clinical yoga. More and more physicians are referring their patients to yoga classes! Coming soon every Friday 9am beginning in September: Yoga for Arthritis!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Great place to work out.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №59

Rating: 1

Organizers r really snotty

Date: 5 years ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Great place to play pickleball

Date: 5 years ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Employees were courteous and friendly

Date: 5 years ago

Review №63

Rating: 1

Date: 5 years ago

Review №64

Rating: 1

This Saturday I threw an event here for my baby shower. Donna main manger was so sweet & nice I signed my contract with her a few weeks before. I had my event for two hours. 5pm was my time to end things and I had 30 minutes to clean up. Right at 5 pm I opened my last gift and at the same time a manager name AMANDA popped her head in my party and said You know you have to be out of here in 30 minutes and it has to be cleaned me and my guest mouth dropped from such RUDENESS!!!! Little do they know I had a great team and cleaned up in 10 minutes. Monday when I did called to complain to Donna she did apologize to me along with excuses for Amanda. This behavior was unprofessional and there are ways to say things nicely and Amanda could of pulled me aside and said Hey just giving you a heads up it s 5 I am extremely disappointed in the staff here! I will NEVER do business with The Link ever! You embarrassed me in front of my guest who even drove as far as Oklahoma just to be there. I hope you honestly addressed Amanda of her unprofessional behavior Ms. Donna she needs better training.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №66

Rating: 3

Date: 5 years ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Such a nice facility, and the staff are all so friendly and helpful.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Staff is very friendly and is great for medium size events or gatherings!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Pretty legit location for hosting small parties and getting your workout in.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №72

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №73

Rating: 4

Last time I came to find some information about the basketball program, talked to a short female that I believe was named Desiree?? The cute short girl that wears glasses. Well she was really nice and friendly, it most definitely shows the kind of people that work in the facility, great job.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Great facility!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №75

Rating: 4

Good but could be better

Date: 5 years ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №77

Rating: 2

Date: 5 years ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

The food and customer service was great . I will be returning soon

Date: 5 years ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

For a small town this is a nice place.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №82

Rating: 1

Date: 5 years ago

Review №83

Rating: 3

Date: 5 years ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Clean.neat.nice.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

I only know the party room and it is very nice. The bathrooms are in good condition and there is continuous surveillance.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №89

Rating: 4

Date: 6 years ago

Review №90

Rating: 4

Great place to exercise. I would like to see the broken equipment fixed faster, the one item I reported several times to several people this year is still broken.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

The link is a first class Community Center offering many different activities and quality equipment for the residence of Richland Hills.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Good place and good people. Thanks Richland Hills for a safe and fun place to work out.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №94

Rating: 3

Date: 6 years ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Love It . Great for my daughter loves playing volleyball on sundays afternoon.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Nice gym, good staff, after school too many kids horsing around or Im getting old

Date: 6 years ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

I saw a portion of the facility and it was lovely. The room we were in had smooth wood floors with no bumpy transitions at the door. Room temperature was very comfortable and acoustics were good. Restrooms were well designed, clean and centrally located. I look forward to my next event at The Link!

Date: 6 years ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Attended Wiser Social Security here. Nice clean facility

Date: 6 years ago

Review №101

Rating: 3

Date: 6 years ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Great staff, clean environment, with all the essentials of weight lifting and cardio

Date: 6 years ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Great place to exercise and have fun

Date: 6 years ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Love it

Date: 6 years ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Really nice. Less than a year old it provides a much-needed service for the community and you can tell Richland Hills takes Pride in The Link.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №108

Rating: 4

Date: 6 years ago

Review №109

Rating: 3

Date: 6 years ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №111

Rating: 2

Staff look at you from head to toe and color of your skin and judge you. They eventually become friendly after they see you visit a couple of times but it s 2018 and this shouldn t be happening anymore.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №113

Rating: 1

Date: 6 years ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Love our Link!!

Date: 6 years ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

So awsome and my church goes there so its amazing

Date: 6 years ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Beautiful place we have church service there.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Very nice

Date: 7 years ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Is a Great place

Date: 7 years ago

Review №121

Rating: 4

Awesome place to hold a get together with friends and family..

Date: 7 years ago

Review №122

Rating: 4

Great facility. Staff could be nicer, but the over all appearance of it is great! Nice space. However, very expensive to rent for an event.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №123

Rating: 4

Date: 7 years ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №125

Rating: 4

Date: 7 years ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Very nice facility and friendly staff! They have a wonderful summer camp and my child is having a great time!

Date: 7 years ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Being a long term participant of the Force Fitness classes, I am excited with having boot camp, yoga, pilates and twerkit at this empowering, amazing new facility.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

My experience with The Link was fantastic facilities are brand new, everyone at the front desk was amazing, the personal trainers are great Aubree is always full of energy and super nice. Everyone should go in and have a look you wont be disappointed.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

My family has a membership. My husband and I love having a nice facility so close to the house. My husband utilizes their early hours a few time a week to do his cardio. I added on the group classes to my membership. Theres a good variety for all fitness levels.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Im so glad Force Fitness moved to The Link offering all the same great classes plus showers, lockers, child care . . .

Date: 7 years ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Beautiful building, nice staff, great instructors excellent equipment.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Force Fitness at the Link is the best! The new facility at the Link is gorgeous. I have a Group X membership which is unlimited classes. The instructors and trainers are top notch. They are kind, down-to-earth people who know how to make each workout count, while also offering alternate movements so that all fitness levels benefit from each class. I especially love Aubrees Yoga and Pilates, and Abbys Build and Burn classes. And for only $30 a month, it cant be beat!

Date: 7 years ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

In the short month that the Rec has been open I have watched community build, staff develop know how & clarity, children make friends and become more active, and clients/students/members embrace their best self. I am enthusiastic and excited about achieving all of our possibilities and potentials with greater ease by harnessing the Links classes, training programs, and state of the art facility. I could be anywhere but Im at the Link--on purpose--with purpose.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №135

Rating: 1

When I heard they were building a recreation center in Richlans Hills I couldnt wait to join. The equipment is nice but thats it. There are 4 large televisions hung up above the treadmills and although not a SINGLE person was here except me I was not allowed to change the channel on any one of them, I was also chased down by the frint desk lady for bringing a sonic cup (with a lid of course) mixed with water and Gatorade (ive done this for years since I like the ice). It was placed in the large cup holder but she still wouldnt budge. Ill keep my 24-hour fitness membership where i can watch what i want during my workout and drink my gatorade in peace.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №136

Rating: 4

Date: 7 years ago

Review №137

Rating: 1

I have a friend that goes there, and I am very disappointed in this place. Some of the staff were nice but the supervisor was giving her such a hard time. Just because he didnt believe her little boy was old enough to play basketball without an adult. And for the record he is. I was planning to go but this has definitely made me rethink about going at all. I really hope they fix this. I wouldnt recommend, theres better places.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Aubree (the owner) is like an endless ball of motivation and energy. She offers a wide variety of classes. I go for yoga and Pilates, and I feel super comfortable every time.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Date: 8 years ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Love this place! The environment is so welcoming, and the workout is serious. Has all the elements to keep me coming back each week. If youre thinking about trying this place out, DO IT. I drive 45 minutes each time I go to a class. Why? Because its worth it.

Date: 8 years ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

I loved it!

Date: 8 years ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

A Force to be reckoned with for sure! Check it out!

Date: 8 years ago