Common Ground Community Center

About

Lively community center offering an Olympic-size swimming pool, a gym and an indoor track.

The aquatic center typically maintains the lap pool at approximately 80-82°F (26.6-27.7°C), the leisure pool (including the current channel and zero-entry area) around 85-88°F (29.4-31.1°C), and the whirlpool/hot tub at a warmer 102-104°F (38.8-40°C).

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The reviews present a mixed, but predominantly negative, view of the facility, with a clear decline in service over time. Multiple recent accounts heavily criticize the staff for being rude, disrespectful, and unprofessional, often distracted by their cell phones, particularly during birthday parties. Reviewers report staff yelling at children, poor communication, a lack of tolerance for typical child behavior, and prematurely ending parties, even 'kicking out' guests. While an older review (2019) lauded the facilities, cleanliness, and initial staff friendliness, a more recent update (2025) indicates a cancellation of membership due to a perceived lack of compassion from leadership. The strong consensus from recent feedback is to avoid the venue, especially for parties, due to consistently negative staff interactions and management.

Location

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Amenities

• Accepts Credit Cards
• Accessible Entrance

Reviews

Listing Reviews

September 16th, 2025

Mike Quandt

Don't plan on having your birthday party here! The staff should honestly not have parties at this rec center that they think it is a county club. ALL of the staff was too busy staring at their phones to do much except yell at the boys for everything. It was by far the worst experience we have had for a birthday party as they essentially kicked us out of the place and we ate our ice cream cake outside on the bench. News flash 12-13 year old boys like to have fun and yes they can be loud and obnoxious, but there is a way to handle it and this staff a)doesn't want to and b)doesn't know how. It's a shame as the facilities are pretty nice, but I would clean house with the staff if I was in charge.

September 14th, 2025

Jamie Quandt

The staff was incredibly rude and disrespectful. We were given little to no real confirming information regarding the party, and the parameters were shaky and not communicated well at all. The staff spent a majority of the time looking down at their cellphones or looking up long enough to take notes (actually writing their grievances down). They had zero positive interactions with my husband and the party goers. At the time they had determined we needed to be out of the room, it was demand that we “get out.” I know that the boys were most likely loud and obnoxious, and in no way are innocent, but I would highly prefer someone who is in charge during a party with children, actually be tolerant of children. The absolute worst part of it all, neither the staff, or anyone a part of the party enjoyed their time at this place, today. I would definitely not recommend this place for any kind of party. They don’t want you there.

August 28th, 2025

Private Reviewer

Updated Review (2025) After several years I am disappointed to share that I plan on cancelling our membership because the leadership here lacks compassion for the community. Let your imaginations run wild and then tell yourself, they don't care because that is the truth. Stay away!!!!! Original Review (2019) My wife suggested joining Common Grounds after I signed up for a Half Ironman Triathlon. I need somewhere to primarily swim laps, but there really is a lot more at Common Grounds than just a pool. I like the option to run on the indoor track and that the it overlooks the weight room and basketball courts. This will be great for bringing the kids to shoot hoops, assuming the courts aren't too crowded for them. I also like the fact that they have a pool table, ping pong, and foosball. I am also looking forward to checking out the spin classes as well as using the weights for cross training outside of the Triathlon disciplines. After my first swim the pool water was clean and clear. The locker room was clean as well. The staff was also friendly. My only concerns as a new member would be: 1. Are my 7 and 8 year old children going to enjoy the basketball courts or will they be too little with big kids running the courts. 2. My 5 year old has to be in the day care area if they are not with an adult. There is a separate charge for this service per visit, although not much. 3. Not much of a concern, but I have always enjoyed racquetball and I didn't look for or see a court. I don't think they have one. Not s huge deal for me but wanted to mention it for those reading this review. Lastly I did see a couple of vending machines but didn't take a closer look. It would be great if they had protein drinks or workout drinks at fair/reasonable prices. Fingers crossed. (See photos for some info) All in all I am excited to start using the membership!

September 14th, 2025

Wes batman

Kick this out for buns, kick this out for no reason birthday party was supposed to be three hours long ended up being two hours long never come here

September 14th, 2025

Josiah Thompson

Worst experience of my life lady kicked us out for absolutely no reason