Best Gym or Fitness Club

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Best Gym / Fitness Club in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Best Gym / Fitness Club - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Boot Camp Babes
2. CrossFit Scottsdale
3. Express MiE
4. Fitness Works Athletic Club
5. Ultimate Body Boot Camp

Winner: Boot Camp Babes
More about Boot Camp Babes: "We are here to help you transform your body, mind, and spirit in a fun, energetic & motivating environment. We look forward to helping you achieve your fitness goals! Our goal is to help women help themselves and empower them to become stronger, both physically and emotionally." Locations in Phoenix, Gilbert and Chandler.

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Best Yoga Class or Studio

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Best Yoga Class or Studio in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Best Yoga Class or Studio - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Bikram Yoga Tempe
2. Blissful Yoga
3. Dahn Yoga Glendale
4. Encanto Laughter Club
5. Yoga Kamala

Winner: Encanto Laughter Club
More about Encanto Laughter Club: "Laughter Yoga combines intentional laughter exercises with yoga breathing and childlike playfulness to create a joyful, body-mind experience.... The group will begin with easy stretching, and some breathing exercises as a warm up, then we will do several intentional laughter exercises, ending with a guided relaxation session and a wish for peace all over the world. At that time people are welcome to share news, make announcements and visit as they wish. Each meeting lasts 30-45 minutes. All meetings are FREE, and everyone is welcome. Encanto Laughter Club meets every Tuesday on “Amp Island” at Encanto Park in Phoenix at 8:00 a.m.... The Encanto Laughter Club is led by Certified Laughter Yoga Leader and club founder Shelby McBride."

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Favorite Place to Host or Attend a Children's Birthday Party

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Favorite Place to Host or Attend a Children's Birthday Party in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Favorite Place to Host or Attend a Children's Birthday Party - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Cerreta Candy Company
2. Beginners Edge Sports Training
3. Sea Life Arizona
4. Skyzone Indoor Trampoline Park
5. Superstition Farm

Winner: Beginners Edge Sports Training
More about Beginners Edge Sports Training: Beginners Edge Sports Training offers a nonleague sports program with classes in athletics. B.E.S.T. has been operating in Arizona for over 6 years. They offer non-league, skill-based sports programs for children ages 18 months to 9 years old covering all aspects of sports: teamwork, skill-building, endurance, and good sportsmanship through age-appropriate games. Party packages include a 2 hour private party with 60 minutes of Sports Fun, 45 minutes in a fully-decorated private party room, a party coordinator who sets up and cleans up, a Sports Specialist to run the party, invitations, party supplies. The CityNorth location in North Phoenix was the original nominee in this category, but B.E.S.T. has several locations, some indoor and some outdoor.

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Best Food / Wine / Beer Festival

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Best Food / Wine / Beer Festival held in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Best Food / Wine / Beer Festival - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Arizona Wine Growers Festival at the Farm
2. Great American BBQ & Beer Festival
3. Kokopelli Krush
4. Phoenix Cooks
5. Taste. Chandler's Culinary Festival

Winner: Kokopelli Krush
More about Kokopelli Krush: From HDE Agency: "Kokopelli Krush is the longest running and most decorated annual wine event in Arizona, allowing the Minchella family to welcome the community and celebrate with fun and festivities. Running over the course of an entire weekend, Kokopelli Krush is a family friendly event packed with live entertainment, games, a kids play area, competitions and a steady flow of wine and beer." (Photo above courtesy of HDE Agency.)

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Page 8: Finalists - Favorite Coffee Shop
Page 9: Finalists - Best New Thing in Greater Phoenix
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Best Pet Boarding / Doggy Day Care Facility

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Best Pet Boarding / Doggy Day Care Facility in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Best Pet Boarding / Doggy Day Care Facility - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Gilbert Dogs 24/7
2. Pete and Mac's
3. Second Home Pet Resort
4. Sonoran Desert Pet Resort
5. Villa La PAWS Pet Resort & Spa

Note: Due to special circumstances regarding the determination and announcement of the winner in this category, we have declared both the first and second place vote getters as Readers' Choice winners. Therefore, there are two winners in this category. Congratulations to both!

Winner: Second Home Pet Resort
"At Second Home Pet Resort, we designed our facility and amenities with our own pets in mind. This resort, nearly 10 years in the making, is the culmination of years of careful study and thought. We visited over 70 pet boarding facilities across the United States, combining the very best features and designs into one extraordinary destination resort for your pet." Phoenix.

Winner: Sonoran Desert Pet Resort
"The resort is more than just a place to stay; it is truly a vacation destination for your pets! Countless hours went into the design of our facility to ensure the highest quality of care in a environmentally controlled and monitored facility with an emphasis on health and cleanliness." Phoenix.

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Best Place to Get a Mani/Pedi

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Best Place to Get a Mani/Pedi in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Best Place to Get a Mani/Pedi - The Three Finalists

The three finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Agave Spa at the Westin Kierland
2. Spa Lamar
3. Suddenly Slimmer Spa

Winner: Spa Lamar
More about Spa Lamar: "The Lamar Everyday Spa, is conveniently located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona. The 14,000 sq ft resort style spa is large enough to host groups of 100 or more, yet intimate enough to be the perfect "girls spa day" destination.... Our spa menu includes an array of memorable massages, luxurious facials, decadent body treatments as well as waxing, permanent make up, acupuncture and a full hair & nail salon."

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Favorite Place to Satisfy a Chocolate Craving

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Favorite Place to Satisfy a Chocolate Craving in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Favorite Place to Satisfy a Chocolate Craving - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Cerreta Candy Company
2. Fairytale Brownies
3. Melting Pot Fondue Restaurant
4. Sweet Cakes Cafe
5. Wei of Chocolate

Winner: Sweet Cakes Cafe
More about Sweet Cakes Cafe: Their 5-Layer Brownies were featured on TLC's Best Food Ever, referred to as Better Than Sex Brownies! It has layers of brownie, cream cheese filling, chocolate chips, marshmallows, and fudge frosting. Located in Mesa.

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Favorite Coffee Shop

The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Favorite Coffee Shop in the Greater Phoenix area. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Favorite Coffee Shop - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. A Shot of Java

1. Bergies Coffee Roast House
2. Dutch Bros. Coffee
3. Lo Fi Coffee
4. Press Coffee Roasters

Winner: Bergies Coffee Roast House
More about Bergies Coffee Roast House: "Bergies was founded in 2008 by two brothers, Brian and Bruce Bergeson, in Gilbert, Arizona. The actual store, located in the historic Heritage District of Gilbert, opened its doors in early 2009. Bergies prides itself with quality coffee, custom roasted by the brothers themselves. Their passion for a good cup of coffee has led to their desire to discover as much about roasting coffee beans and the incredible flavors and aromas associated with the process."

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The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Best New Thing in Greater Phoenix, introduced in 2011. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Best New Thing (2011) in Greater Phoenix - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. 2-1-1 Arizona Help Line Introduced
2. Greg Stanton Elected Mayor of Phoenix
3. Sky Zone Trampoline Park Opens
4. Super Farm Farmers Market Opens
5. Westin Phoenix Downtown Hotel Opens

Winner: 2-1-1 Arizona Help Line Introduced
More about 2-1-1: Community Information and Referral Services (CIR), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, brought 2-1-1 to Arizona in 2011 for easy access to information about and referrals to health and human services in Arizona. If an Arizona resident needs help with finding medical services, family services, financial assistance, legal support, substance abuse services, transportation, food or other services, they can call 2-1-1 to get help, 24-hours per day, 7 days per week.

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The 2012 About.com Phoenix Readers' Choice Awards includes a category for Favorite Mobile Apps for Arizonans. Nominations in this category were accepted between January 18 and February 16, 2012.

Five finalists have been chosen to compete in the voting phase of the contest, which takes place from Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 21 with winners announced March 30, 2012.

Favorite Mobile Apps for Arizonans - The Five Finalists

The five finalists in this category are listed here in alphabetical order.

1. Car Seat Helper (Phoenix Children's Hospital)

1. AZ Markets (Gilbert Farmers Market)
2. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Mobile Website
3. Smart PHX App
4. Waste Management Phoenix Open App

Winner: Car Seat Helper (Phoenix Children's Hospital)
More about Car Seat Helper: "Be prepared with your smart phone the next time you're shopping for a car seat with this great tool! It will help you select the correct seat for your child."

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