The Salvation Army Kroc Center, South Bend

This community was chosen as one of the rare communities across the country to be able to have a Salvation Army Kroc Center built here in South Bend. The initial donation of $1.8 billion (which included an enormous endowment to continue to maintain and manage the facilities) from Mrs. Crock, the wife of Ray Crock of McDonald's asked that the donation be used to build these incredible locations which house an amazing fitness center with huge basketball courts, climbing walls, an incredible workout center with high level and updated machines, as well as free weights and a massive pool with a lazy river, swimming lanes, slides for the kids. Also, there's a teen center and computer lab which is an outreach to tend of our community that need an additional mentor. Also, did I mention the jacuzzi. It is also made affordable to those who have difficulty paying the user fees. The Salvation Army is a church first and the various services, such as our Kroc Center, provide to our communities an outreach of the initial mission of one hand of God and one hand to man with the Salvation Army being in the middle of that connection, Therefore they have a chapel located on the premises of each Kroc Center located in different areas of our country.

This place is a must come for every person in the south bend area. I went here with my friends for a birthday party and I want to come back every day. Tommy the life guard is the best employee that has ever walked this earth. He gave me a high five and let me and my friends go to spots when we are not aloud into them. They had the best chili dogs and every one should eat them. There was an awesome employee named Miguel and he helped me find my phone when it was lost. There was another guy named Trent and he was the best rock wall guy, he put a bag of chalk on my side so I could get a good grip. By remembering the power of Trent a manage to go up a crazy amount. I loved the game room with the awesome racing game. There was amazing games in the game room. It was an amazing experience and I would come back every single day! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ stars. UPDATE I just went to the bathroom after I ate the chili dog from the vending machine, it is a price to pay. It tasted good but the aftermath was something. It mad the experience a once in a life time. 5.1 stars for the unique experience.

This is the best place! Tommy the lifeguard would always give us high-fives and make me smile. I highly recommend this place and make sure to give a high five to Tommy the lifeguard! Tommy should also win employee of the century.

What an awesome gift to our community! They have it all and new gaming room is now open too!

Tommy the lifeguard is the best PERSON I have ever met. He was the nicest person at the Kroc. He gave me and my friends high fives, and was super nice. He showed me and my friends around and he showed a heart symbol to me. He was super nice and I think he should be employee of the month.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I have had a membership at the Kroc since they first built the building. I never once regretted it. It's a part of the family routine as well as my own personal routine. There's a water park area, a climbing wall, arts programs, music programs, theater, after school and homeschool programs. It's truly a community center which is exactly what South Bend needed. They offer scholarships for families who qualify. They also offer free daycare with your membership while you're at the Kroc. If you are not a member you can buy a pass for $15 to try it out.

It's absolutely beautiful in the inside and very peaceful environment a gorgeous place and I will continue to keep coming back thank you for helping me get food for Thanksgiving I truly.

Great facility. Engaging people. A positive experience start to finish!

Beautiful center the people there were very kind and helpful with things. Definitely will be going back.

Love it..love the hot tub..whaaat! Classes offered.. friendliness

Joined the Kroc. Will attend water exercise classes. Facility beautiful. Staff very helpful.

At this time the Krock is signing people who are interested in Thanksgiving basket come now and sign up

Kroc Center is possibly the greatest thing to happen to the west side community. With all the poverty, crime and violence in our neighborhoods, Kroc provides options for families in need as well as those looking for things to do as a family or just to give the kids something to do to stay off the streets.
They have Salvation Army rental and utility assistance, and a food pantry. They have an indoor pool for the community that also offers swimming lessons. One of my favorite offerings is the recording studio for those looking to make their first demo or just to make a recording to show off to their friends and family. There are more services and activities available. But I haven't had a chance to find out about everything yet. I can't say enough good about this place.

There is a whole lot of things going on there. REally clean nice building

Great place! Clean, well-maintained, plenty of equipment, friendly staff, wide variety of classes. Beat of all for me is that it’s a place where everyone is welcome, accepted and encouraged to be their best (and not compared to anyone else).

Visiting family and had a chance to check out the facility. Very nice and climbing wall was only $2 for all you can climb! Perfect to wear out the kids!

Me and my kids love this gym

Had an awesome night with the Embrace Woman's group! They also have great swim and dance classes for the kids! My kids also loved the Tball/baseball teams.

Nice, safe location with friendly people to help you. Dropped off some toys for toddlers. Would like to go back to see what services are available and if I might be interested in volunteering.

Loved this place as soon as we entered! The staff was super friendly and showed us around and answered all my questions. They have a schedule for wonderful childcare so I can workout during the day and take my kids. Then we normally play at the park outside or go swimming at the incredible aquatic center so it's a fun day for all. I'm looking forward to trying some of the many wonderful classes!