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APEX School of Movement Boulder
3030 O'Neal Pkwy APT M11, Boulder, CO 80301, United States
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Ma
Review №1

Love this place. Our kids have a great time and the coaches are excellent. They find a way to get big groups coordinated throughout the gym and keep participants active.

Gu
Review №2

Great atmosphere, excellent coaches, friendly people everywhere. There is something for everyone, from beginners to parkour experts

Ja
Review №3

I reserved APEX on a Saturday afternoon for my daughters birthday party There were 6 kids with an age range of 12-15. Staffer Max greeted us, ensured all waivers were in place, and showed me where I could set up drinks and snacks for the kids. For the next two hours he taught them how to safely lower themselves from the high structures and engaged in spirited play with them, often pausing to provide useful instruction on how to navigate the equipment safely. At the end he taught them how to do various flips on the trampoline. The kids had a wonderful time and many asked to return for further instruction. I couldnt thank Max enough for making the experience such a positive one for all the kids.

ME
Review №4

An awesome place for kids birthday party! A great mix of free play and organized fun. Staff was engaged and added to kids fun. You have the place to yourself. Would definitely recommend.

pe
Review №5

Went here with my niece as she was invited with the resent birthday party held here. The place was perfect for the kids. She did enjoyed the party well too.

Dr
Review №6

My daughter and I both decided to take classes at Apex School of Movement in Louisville. Through the professional instruction, I found myself performing maneuvers I thought I would never be able to do, and I witnessed my daughter become stronger and more confident in her agility, something every child needs. All of the instructors have been amazing and passionate in their teachings. As soon as my son is old enough, we will sign him up as well (they have an amazing additional family member discount program)!

Jo
Review №7

Great experience with the free class which encouraged us to sign up for a month. The staff is friendly and theres a nice area to sit in to watch everyone. I saw people older than me trying the class so I admire them.

Ka
Review №8

My kid wants to be ‘a ninja’. I want him to be safe. My other kid wants to gracefully jump from rooftop to rooftop. I’m not ready for that. Her bravery scares me sometimes.Children will inherently climb all over playground equipment the way it was intended as well as new and inventive ways. They simply need to move.Their bodies are constantly growing. They have to find their center of balance, sometimes daily. They need to adjust to new heights and changing centers of gravity. It is so important for them to feel physically grounded and connected from their feet to the earth.The trained coaches at APEX Movement can guide your child through these changes. Your child can burn off energy, increase coordination, feel welcomed and be encouraged by others all while simply having fun!... and should should see what the adults learn!APEX rocks!

Lu
Review №9

I took a speed course there with Apexs coach Jake Smith. The level of instruction here is way beyond anything Ive received in a gym or outside. The coaches are warm and welcoming, but professional and very knowledgeable.The space is built with several levels of progression in mind. Its got heights, bars, rails, tight spaces and big jumps.All in all this is an awesome place.

De
Review №10

As noted by other reviewers, as a gym, this business is worthy- instructors are knowledgeable, engaged and good with the kids in our experience, and the facility itself is great- but the business end is still under construction so to speak. The front desk is altogether too casual, not always interested in customer service in either presentation or execution. Im just talking about eye contact, greeting people who come in, having hard copies of schedules, taking a number and having someone get back to the interested client rather than saying its all online-, no problem with the sport appropriate dress or multi-tasking as front end staff, just less than solid skills there in our experience. We would have gone elsewhere if there were an option based on the front end experience, both in person and in trying to call. Its hit or miss and oriented toward self-service rather than proactive customer service. I recognize this is old-school but you do lose customers with this approach. The schedule needs to be posted clearly, the desk needs to be manned/covered by a proactive, customer oriented employee, phones need an answering service or message box of some kind during off hours. This would be a 4 or 5 star review if it was strictly about the offerings of the gym itself- we recommend APEX and have let people looking know that theyre there! Hope this is helpful to the management in developing the business.

Na
Review №11

Teachers are great and engaged, but this group doesnt know how to run a business. I need to watch every transaction and am constantly correcting mistakes on our account. A business manager and customer service rep are truly needed with Apex - but - my son loves it!

Ra
Review №12

If youre looking to learn parkour from some of the communitys experts, or just want a place where you can enjoy movement with fun and open minded people, then look no more. APEX Movement has a strong reputation for great coaches and producing amazing athletes of all ages. The community they have built is supportive and full of intellectuals that are knowledgeable, friendly, and really helpful regardless of your experience level. There is reason people travel internationally to go to an APEX gym. Their gyms are some of the most well designed playgrounds and movement laboratories ever built. Personally Ive traveled out of state multiple times to train in these gyms and experience their wonderful community.Go in and check them out today. You will leave APEX feeling inspired and fulfilled every time you go there.

Ro
Review №13

This is a amazing place to train. The staff is nice, and the gym is well made and well maintained. The classes are well structured too, so you can send the kids here to train with some amazing coaches.

Ca
Review №14

Great place great people. Excellent for honing in your parkour skills.

Ru
Review №15

Apex movement is a community with staff that sincerely cares about the success of its athletes and the community on a larger scale. They are selfless with their service and share their knowledge. Their passion for parkour contributes to each persons goals; by effect, improves the quality of life to anyone who walks through the doors.

Ja
Review №16

Just visited on a whim since we were in Boulder for a work trip. They have a Wednesday night open adult/teen gym from 8:30-10pm. Came with some coworkers of varying fitness. The crew here, even though there was no obligation to help us learn anything since it was open gym, was extremely welcoming and helpful, taught us stuff from rolls to jumps to lache basics. So friendly and awesome. Thanks Thomas and Alex!Also thanks to the random kid who helped us out early on!

Br
Review №17

APEX Movement is the ultimate playground and training facility! Awesome staff, passionate teachers, and amazing people! If you havent been, do yourself a favor and check it out! (Did I mention they have a giant foam pit, hidden caverns, trampolines???)

ta
Review №18

Great parkour school. Very structured curriculum. Even has a free gym area for adults to get a work out while waiting for the kids. Great staff and sense of community.

Sa
Review №19

This place is great! If you are looking to get in shape, or even just to have fun and play around like a kid, Apex is right for you! The staff is fun nice and over all helpful. I suggest checking them out!

Al
Review №20

I have been training at Apex Movement Boulder for about 3 years now. I started out as a scrawny shy little boy. Now after coming to this gym 2-3 times per week I am confident and well built for the sport of Parkour. I love coming here every day and am always excited to see the people here and train with all of my friends.

Br
Review №21

Apex Movement boulder is an amazing place. Not just the space and the available equipment, but the friendly and knowledgeable people who work there. Everyone was willing and able to answer all my questions. I would and have recommended Apex Movement Boulder to everyone I know. If you want to learn everything their is to know about parkour, or just try something new this is the place to do it!!!!

Kr
Review №22

APEX Movement Boulder is a fantastic gym filled with fun obstacles to challenge your mind and body. The instructors are top notch and the focus on safe sustainable learning is awesome. Love this gym!

Cr
Review №23

Fantastic gym. If you want to get your Ninja Warrior on then this is the place for you. Fun obstacles and moveable! My kids love it just as much as me, its like a giant playground for kids and adults that never quite grew up.

Al
Review №24

Really fun place to learn and train. However, the staff arent always the friendliest and the prices have gone way up since they moved. A little bummed.

Be
Review №25

[EDIT 6/18/19] After putting in this review and disputing the charge through my credit card, management reached out to me to give us a full refund. Im glad they did this, but wish it hadnt wasted a whole bunch of our time and raised our anxiety for an entire week. As I told them in prior communications, I think they have some good things going on at this gym, but they need to rethink how they run this camp.Original review:My experience with APEX was a $300 week-long ninja-camp for my five-year-old son. Short version is that they did not create a safe learning environment for the kids there, and I want to give others this information to make an informed decision about sending their kids there.- Ratio was 15-16 kids aged five to teen with one instructor, and one apprentice, who seemed to be a young high schooler. Given that we were each paying $20 per hour ($300/hr total from all the kids), this was woefully understaffed, and created an unsafe environment in their large space. The nature of their gym is many blind spots/levels/etc, and there was no way their one coach could keep an eye on them, especially when...- The majority (literally 2+ hours) of the 3 hours was free play, i.e. no skills being taught. This was very different than what we experienced in our hour-long free class that had made us want to sign up for this expensive camp. This was very different than their posted example camp schedule on the website, which indicated a lot of structure and skill development. We want our boys to play, but when we are paying this much, we expect more structure. Plus, the coach was late and made the 16 kids and parents wait outside until he arrived one day. He admitted to being late to the manager, but later the owner denied it.- Age range of the class was way too large. The older boys broke off and did some games during free time, but the younger ones just sort of wandered around. Neither coach seemed to know what to do with 5 year olds. Given that the APEX website suggests people use their child care tax exemption to offset class costs, there should be some more knowledge around how to care for children. Several parents noticed that there was no safety around who can pick up kids and when, since no one was at the front desk while class was going. Again, with >$300 per hour coming in from the camp tuition, this seems like a poor business decision.- We clearly and diplomatically approached the manager about our concerns (via phone, as our experience is like many other reviewers who have said it is very difficult to get customer service) after two days, as I always feel that is better than taking grievances directly to online review. Both manager and owner gave excuses for all concerns, and refused a refund of any sort, saying all sales are final. Again, poor business practices.There are several similar small businesses in the area, and we will be encouraging our friends with similar aged children to frequent those instead of APEX.

Fe
Review №26

I take classes there and it is really good. The instructors are very nice. Best parkour experience ever.

Ja
Review №27

Great teachers! They listen and help you get better at parkour and free running. The staff can help you with flips and your skills. Apex also has classes for parkour.

Ar
Review №28

Visiting Apex Movement in Boulder was such a wonderful opportunity. The design of the gym is great and allows for so much creativity and caters towards all aspects of parkour and freerunning. The staff there were not only great people, but very knowledgeable too. They were phenomenal coaches who not only know what they are talking about but know how to communicate it too. The staff at Apex Movements Boulder location are doing many things right and I would highly recommend anyone to take classes there, attend events, or visit when they are in the area.

sh
Review №29

My boys love their parkour classes. The learn so much about balance, strength, and knowing their own limits. This is a great place for kids and adults to exercise.

Ma
Review №30

I love this place. Great staff, awesome facility and parkour makes working out fun. If you live near Boulder I would highly recommend trying a session.

Ky
Review №31

Had an amazing time visiting from out of state. Very hospitable and friendly staff. Super awesome gym with everything you need from beginner to advanced.

Do
Review №32

Greetings, great place to learn parcour. Happy trails

jo
Review №33

Ryan, Amos, and Justin opened the gym up to me on such short notice. I was enrolled in their Student Live-in program. I loved every minute of it, I was invited to social events, trained with the locals, and made lasting friendships. Apex is the leader in parkour training here in the US.

lo
Review №34

I love it. I love all the new additions that they added since it first opened.

Gl
Review №35

The gym itself is incredible! But the front desk staff is rude and has horrible customer service skills. This is enough to make me not want to pay to bring my son to this gym.

Aa
Review №36

Always love going here for a good movement workout

mi
Review №37

This place is awesome. I have been to my fare share of parkour and Freerunning gyms and this one is world class to say the least. Has such an awesome community and a faculty to back it up.

Mi
Review №38

One of the best places to be in and hang out in. The community of people is amazing and everyone is super friendly and welcoming. The instructors are all top notch and everyone is always pushing themselves to be better.

Na
Review №39

Loved visiting this place. The parkour community in North America is proud to have these guys at the forefront of the development of our sport.

Lu
Review №40

Staff is very friendly and willing to help you and teach you. Loved this place!

Da
Review №41

APEX makes the hands down best PK/FR gyms I have visited. This one is great, having all sorts of obstacles that allow a wide variety of flow between different types of movement.

Ho
Review №42

Great floor for Bboys Training new power or flips. =) The community here is great!

Br
Review №43

Coaches are awesome, friendly staff, great spot to learn parkour and freerunning.

Ma
Review №44

One of the most helpful and hospitable parkour organizations in the world and it is always an absolute pleasure to train with, learn from, and learn about everyone that is a part of the Apex/Boulder family!

No
Review №45

Cool new Louisville Business. Wish it was a bit more affordable.

Al
Review №46

This is a fantastic atmosphere to go learn some really cool things, get fit, and have a lot of fun doing it.

Br
Review №47

Awesome gym and a great community. Very accepting to anyone who comes and everyone is very eager to help you.

Vi
Review №48

Amazing structures, equipment, staff, and easy to train in even with a lot of people. This is a place to be in Boulder for exercise and fun.

Ph
Review №49

Top notch instruction, a mind blowing facility, and a positive and friendly community! What more could you ask for?

Ko
Review №50

Best Parkour gym Ive ever been to with endless ways to progress.

Aa
Review №51

Great teachers. My kids love it!

Co
Review №52

One of the best parkour gyms in the nation. Highly recommended.

D
Review №53

APEX Movement Boulder is my favorite parkour gym Ive ever been to, and id say the best in the entire united states.The facility is fantastic, is giant, accommodating for just about any skill, ever changing, and safe.APEX has classes for anyone and everyone, spanning from parkour, to tricking, to other niche things such as ninja warrior and Ukemi.The coaches are highly skilled and trained, incredibly personable and fun.They host lot of events which are honestly my favorite part, as it brings the community together and lets us all share a love of movement.Definitely check this place out, you wont regret it.

Br
Review №54

Apex Movement boulder is one of the best (if not the best) establishments for furthering the education of parkour, freerunning and other movement arts. Not only is the facility gigantic and cater to any level of athlete, but the staff consists of highly trained and lovable people. If I lived in the boulder area, I wouldnt have any money because I would be spanned it here, daily. If youve ever thought about learning parkour or you do parkour and want a great environment to polish your skills, this is the place to be.

Da
Review №55

Great parkour gym for beginners and pros alike.

Ma
Review №56

Amazing time here, friendly staff and incredible gym. Whether youre interested in classes or just open gym you really cant come to a better gym!

Da
Review №57

Awesome and fun facility ran by great and fun awesome people!

Ch
Review №58

Pushing the forefront of parkour community and culture, and a blast to get into for the first time as well, no better place to do so

St
Review №59

The best, staff is great.

Bi
Review №60

My grandson loves it.

Ca
Review №61

Super fun and convenient!

He
Review №62

Seriously one of the best gyms ever!!!!

Ja
Review №63

Space is great, staff is great.

Ke
Review №64

My kid lives this place.

Ja
Review №65

OH MY GOD APEX IS FRIKEN AWESOME!!!!!!!!!

Ni
Review №66

Nice place

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  • Address:3030 O'Neal Pkwy APT M11, Boulder, CO 80301, United States
  • Site:http://apexboulder.com/
  • Phone:+1 303-590-8520
Categories
  • Gym
  • Parkour spot
  • Physical fitness program
  • Playground
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:11am–12:30pm
  • Wednesday:11:30am–12:30pm
  • Thursday:4–5:30pm
  • Friday:4–5:30pm
  • Saturday:4–5:30pm
  • Sunday:Closed
Health and safety
  • Appointment required:Yes
  • Staff wear masks:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
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