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Birchwood Recreation Center in Palatine, IL offers a wide range of activities for all ages. The facility boasts a large pool with impressive water quality, updated playgrounds for children, and well-maintained baseball fields. It's also well-rated for hosting children's birthday parties and providing extensive options for sports like pickleball. However, there are mixed reviews about their children’s classes and some amenities. The center is very clean, and the staff is friendly, making it a popular choice for families and community events.

The parking lot is spacious, contributing to easy access. While the pool is a highlight, some visitors noted that the toddler area could have more options and the showers could be improved. Overall, it is a well-rounded center for recreation with various activities to keep everyone engaged.

Pros:

  • Very clean.
  • Huge pool with amazing water quality.
  • Updated playground with slides and swings.
  • Great for children's birthday parties.
  • Separate diving well and two diving boards.
  • Friendly staff.
  • Extensive pickleball facilities.
  • Well-maintained baseball fields.
  • Spacious parking lot.

Cons:

  • Showers could be better.
  • Pool for young children lacks options.
  • Concerns about supervision in children's classes.

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Reviews (10)

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Very clean and lots too do. Huge pool with amazing water quality . Updateed kids park with slids,swings and so much more.

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Wonderful place to have a children's bday party

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Great location, huge parking lot friendly ppd staff

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Another Win for the Sun Devils! Great game, fast action! I got tired just watching!

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Pool for toddlers and children 5yrs is not that great. not many options.

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Great place to play pickleball. Outstanding lighting & well marked court lines. Nice size gym.

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Nice little community center. I went for pickleball. The people were friendly and the cost of 5 dollars was reasonable. No complaints here!

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If you care about your children’s safety do not sign them up for any classes. My nephew was sent out into the lobby by himself (completely isolated from anyone else including any adults) after he started crying. He is six years old and this was his first time out since Covid. Parents are told they are not allowed to stay due to Covid. This is completely unacceptable, do not trust your children in the care of these people. This is 100% child endangerment. We have contacted higher ups within the organization and want answers.This was for their karate class.

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Love this place!! Great pool and awesome lifeguards! The park is great for kids and the baseball fields are in great condition. Highly recommended place for kids and adults 😁 …

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Nice pool and separate diving well. Two diving boards and two small water slides. 25 yard or 50 meter outdoor pool, depending on lane line configuration. Adult swim Mondays 8 to 9 pm is 50 meters. The only downside is the showers aren't great.

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Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.

This business has a rating of 4.4-star.

This business has 10 reviews.

The address is: 435 W Illinois Ave, Palatine, IL 60067, United States .

The contact number is +1 847-991-1960

This service is listed under Recreation Center .

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