Creative Cauldron

(1 review)

1.5 mi

My son had two summer camps through iD Tech and loved both of them. Having done other tech camps,…read moretheir program was very well organized and executed. The group sizes are small. The teachers were amazing ... really engaging, encouraging and seemed to genuinely loved what they were doing. To break up the day, I liked how they take the kids outside to play games and just get some fresh air. The t-shirt, name badge, lanyard and flash drive were a hit. Thank you.

ID Tech Torchlight RPG Design

ID Tech Students Coding

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Columbia Child Development Center

4.2

(5 reviews)

0.3 mi

We sent our son to Camp Columbia for summer camp for multiple weeks and had a wonderful experience…read more The staff is friendly, helpful, and their pricing is awesome (much cheaper than the other camp we sent our son to). Our friends also send their kids here and had recommended it to us. Ivonne was very communicative and my son really liked the counselors here. The class sizes were not overly big and their programming kept him entertained/happy. We look forward to returning next year and will be enrolling our younger son here when he's old enough. Their policies are fair and you won't get a better value. We plan to sign up for all the weeks we can next year! Would absolutely recommend Camp Columbia for summer camp needs.

Great program with emphasis on outdoor time, and emotional development and learning through play…read more Extremely caring & creative staff!

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Wolf MMA

3.0 mi

Amazing coach, great facility. Good for everyone, from beginners looking for general fitness and…read moremore experienced people looking to sharpen their MMA. You can learn boxing, kickboxing / Muay Thai/ wrestling / BJJ. The striking coach Ahmet is an expert veteran, former Bellator fighter and Muay Thai world champion. The grappling BJJ coach Rafael is an experienced black belt. At Wolf MMA, coach Ahmet makes sure to personally hone everyone each class regardless of class size. You will not be forgotten about in a packed gym. I highly recommend signing up at Wolf MMA.

I had such a great experience training at Wolf MMA! From the beginning, the environment was…read moreincredibly welcoming and friendly. The head coach was genuinely one of the nicest and most supportive coaches I've met, and you can tell he really cares about the people who train there. The whole gym has a family-like atmosphere where everyone encourages each other and makes you feel comfortable while learning and improving. It never felt intimidating or judgmental, which made training there something I really looked forward to. I would definitely recommend Wolf MMA to anyone looking for a positive, supportive, and welcoming place to train!

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Adventure Links

3.5

(11 reviews)

15.1 mi

My daughter had an amazing time at one of Adventure Links' summer day camp weeks. She would get…read morepicked up at a spot in Vienna early in the morning then get outdoors-ed all day long. Sometimes they'd go to the park in Clifton (for a lot of the same team building exercises my wife's company had done there); on another day, the kids went caving; and on another day, they went canoeing and swimming. Every evening, she would come back exhausted and happy. What more can you ask for?

Adventure Links has a talented, experienced crew with innovative ideas and a well-trained staff…read more I'm a fan! Most people know Adventure Links for their popular camp programs for children and teens. However, they also offer stellar corporate team building programs, which is how I got to know them. About five years ago, as the CEO of a growing company of 20 professionals, I was struggling with how to address some growing pains and spice up our upcoming quarterly retreat. A friend recommended Adventure Links, so I scheduled a meeting with Anna, the CEO. Anna came to my office and interviewed me to understand my business, our challenges, and what I hoped to accomplish. She asked many questions, listened, and took notes. The next week, we took our team of 20 to their retreat location. Anna and her team had put together an all-day agenda of activities that went way beyond simple ropes courses. What surprised and "sold" me on them was how she'd managed to incorporate our growing pains into her exercises in meaningful ways. Sure, we had fun and bonded, but more importantly most of us began to see certain everyday problems in meaningful new ways, with fresh solutions. To this day our team references those exercises like old Seinfeld episodes. After each exercise - some physically challenging and all mentally challenging - Anna would bring us together and help us draw correlations to some of our corporate issues. It helped that she has a sharp wit and great sense of humor. She and her team also knew when to push and put us on the spot to drive home a point. Six months later, we wanted to bring Adventure Links back for another quarterly retreat, but this time due to bad weather we had to do the exercises in our office. They totally pulled it off! The indoor exercises were unique and again gave us a fresh perspective on both issues and people. An example - during one intense exercise where we split into two teams, a junior staff person had a "eureka!" moment with a brilliant solution to a problem, and spontaneously took control of our team, which included several executives. I had no idea this young lady was so intellectually gifted and capable of leadership under pressure. How valuable is that information for an employer? My firm has engaged Adventure Links several times since then, all with success. When my children are old enough, I'll be sending them to the Adventure Links camps...I know they'll learn and have fun. Adventure Links rocks!

One of our 60 elements to help your team build trust and communication skills

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Terrapin Adventures

4.1

(114 reviews)

25.4 mi

We spent our Fourth of July at Terrapin and it was absolutely wonderful! From being welcomed at the…read moredesk (I am so sorry I can't remember his name!), to our awesome guides Justin and Jasmine, to Scott who helped at the swing and doing the belay to get us down - we truly enjoyed the whole experience (despite the unbearable heat this weekend). Justin and Jasmine made sure we stayed hydrated, and regularly brought us into the air conditioning to avoid overheating. They ensured our safety every moment we were there. The rope course was insanely fun, the giant swing and zip line were a blast and our favorite part was honestly the rock climbing! Justin and Jasmine were fantastic - we will definitely come back (preferably not during a heat wave haha) and hope they will be our guides again - every single person today made it memorable for my family! Thank you so much!!!

Chaperoned my Kids to the park as an incentive, nick was pretty cool handling the group. Although…read morethe weather was cloudy over cast and wet, the venue was worth the trip.

They is a seating area for the kids to have lunch

Terrapin Adventures Zipline

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Adrenaline pumped !

U.S. Tae Kwon Do College - Seven Corners

(6 reviews)

1.5 mi

US Tae Kwon Do College at Seven Corners is a great place. Our 11-year-old has been going for over…read more7 months and we have not only seen her progress through the classes learning forms and techniques, but we have also seen learn confidence and discipline in all she does. Master Jab has an exceptional way of making sure that the kids are learning the correct techniques and advancing properly. His enthusiasm ensures that all the students understand and respect the art of Tae Kwon Do. Master Freddy is also a wonderful instructor; his patience and kind mannerism allows the kids to feel confident through the exercises and techniques while building their self-esteem. The studio is perfect for the many different sessions available; from family classes, after school programs, and summer camp. We will soon be taking advantage of their summer camp this year and look forward to the many great benefits from the confidence our daughter is gaining. USTC Seven Corners is an amazing place for extracurricular activities while learning discipline and self-control. I highly recommend UTSC Seven Corners and its amazing instructors and staff; thank you Master Jab and Master Freddy.

This place is wonderful. The teachers go above and beyond with kids. They make sure that kids learn…read moreand enjoy.

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Enshin Karate

4.4

(13 reviews)

2.4 mi

My family has had an amazing experience with Enshin Karate. My two children are in Kindergarten and…read morein First Grade, and both attend the after school program offered. A bus is offered to pick up our children and take them to Enshin, which in itself is relief enough, but the care they get once they're there makes us extremely happy to have Enshin in our lives. Even my kindergartener picked up the routine extremely quickly. The kids get a snack after school, can do homework or play games to decompress. Before it is time for parents to pick up, classes are held. I was happy to find out that children who attend the after-school program have the ability to progress through their belts just as someone who attended an evening class would. The first few weeks were difficult for my daughter, who was just getting used to not taking naps and now additional physical activity was thrown into the mix, but she survived and now acclimated to the change in schedule. My children have also attended one of their camps for days where the school is closed and they couldn't have been happier. They were excited to go, happy to be there when I was dropping them up, and wanted to stay more once I got there. Is there more a parent could ask for? I don't think so. The price is only slightly higher than Fairfax County SACC for two children but when you factor in that this is both childcare and a sports activity, it far surpasses SACC in value. You can sign-up for a yearly or month-to-month contract. The yearly contract gives you the best rates for days where schools are closed. It is also great to know that they pick up the children at the required time for early releases, scheduled or unscheduled caused by weather. I know my children are happy and safe with Enshin, and I'm happy with Enshin.

Be very careful when you give your credit card to these people, they keep on charging even if you…read moredon't attend classes and never return your money back. I informed them in person that my kids won't be taking classes for 3 months, still they charged for 3 months as one time payment and with in 2 months they charged for one more. STOP stealing money.

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Kaizen MMA

(13 reviews)

2.4 mi

Coach Lima was one of the best parts of my experience at Kaizen…read more He's super level-headed, honest, and actually takes the time to help you improve, no matter your skill level. You can tell he genuinely cares about the people in the gym and isn't just going through the motions. I really respect people who are straightforward, patient, and helpful. and he checks all those boxes. If you're training here, you're in good hands with him.

Kaizen MMA has been apart of my life since 2020, and it has changed me for the better. It helped me…read moregain confidence for myself, during a time where I was lacking such. This place challenged me, and ultimately made me a better fighter and better person both mentally and especially physically. The MMA/Kickboxing classes are top notch, and I've made many friends during my time there. If you want good exercise and good teaching (shoutout coach Jay, Eduardo, and sensei nima!) this is the place to be at. I'll never forget kaizen and all it's done for me. Highly recommend! 10/10

Ryan Mazhari IKF world Classic.

Dana white

Brazilian Jiujitsu

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Falls Church Arts Gallery

0.6 mi

Gallery featuring local artists, engaging small-sized art classes. What's not to love about this…read moreplace? I found this place when taking watercolor classes with my family with Rajendra. He is a wonderful teacher with all of us despite the wide range of experience we all had a relaxing, successful experience. Highly recommend for an enjoyable family activity! I included some of the art I painted from photos I've taken. You do one painting per visit - or bring it back next time to continue working on it. He taught us technique and really engaged us to be creative!! We loved it!!

Cyndy's Bottom Line: Falls Church Arts Gallery is a hidden gem in plain sight…read more *Located in The Kensington building on Route 7 *Walk ins welcomed *Free admission *www.FallsChurchArts.org *Studio Art classes and workshops available for all age groups. *Membership available *Volunteer opportunities Outstanding art work by local artist displayed with their concept or process statements. These statements provide a fascinating and intimate look into their art work. Highly recommend a visit.

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SplashDown Waterpark

3.5

(105 reviews)

17.6 mi

Costs have gone up but our experience was decent they have a lot of options and it seemed like…read moresomeone was testing water quality pretty often. As far as food goes bring that $$

Exclusionary policies on a 3ft deep pool…read more My special needs son wanted to go on the lily pads/floating log ropes course, so I asked if I could be present in the water to guide him because he's non-verbal and needs time to process directions. The head lifeguard said no, the other lifeguards will watch him. Some special needs children require accommodations that caretakers like his father (me) are highly attuned to. The teenaged lifeguards would simply blow their whistles and scream at my son as they've done before. I am there to assist as needed so 1) we avoid the screaming lifeguards, and 2) so he can experience what all the other kids can do on their own. Obviously we didn't go on it. Thanks for understanding, SplashDown, we'll never go there again. Side note: Some of these lifeguards hate their life and shouldn't be there.

A happy girl and her watermelon

Rec pool and slides

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Pirates Cove Water Park

3.9

(55 reviews)

14.5 mi

The water slides are their own bays, the pool is huge with a splash island, and there's a sand…read morebuilding area.

A great time at this water park. A big slide is tucked in the back corner. No lazy river, but a…read morebig pool with three areas. The food choices are pretty limited and not very healthy...it's what you might expect - chicken nuggets etc.

Sandbox fun

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Tuckahoe Recreation Club

4.1

(15 reviews)

2.5 mi

Amazing facility - definitely worth the very long wait. My family has been a member for a year,…read moreand I honestly don't know how we survived summers before joining. We love Tuckahoe!

Best swim club around. Year round pool, relaxing chill club. New equipment in the gym, sauna,…read moresteam, whirlpool, not pretentious like other clubs in area. Only pet peeve is steam room which is the best when working is at times under repair.

Locker room building and snack bar

Place to sit in the shade

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White Oak Canyon Trail

4.7

(27 reviews)

68.2 mi

This is a 1.5 mile out and another 1.5 miles back for a total of 3 miles round trip hike to the…read morelower falls . The hike is not too bad majority is tripping hazards , it has a few spots that get a little steep . As someone who has had double digit knee surgeries I would say it falls in between easy and moderate . Took just under an hour to make it out to the lower 3 falls . Now the trail gets very steep and rough after the 3 lower falls so unless you are in some good shape you might want to just take in the lower falls and call it good .

Beautiful hike with lots of waterfalls. The trail was supposed to be a loop but we couldn't find…read morewhere to cross above the waterfall so ended up doing an out and back.

Pls ignore the man hugging the waterfall

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Turn left for a challenge, turn right for the easier trail

Glencarlyn Dog Park

4.5

(60 reviews)

3.2 mi

Great place for dogs to run around and take a dip in the cool water. Bring your dogs here to…read moreexercise and socialize

My dog loved every second. The setup is amazing with high, steep hills serving as a natural fence…read moreto keep the dogs corralled. There's plenty of space for the dogs to run and then play in the water. My only heads up - the bridge to the parking lot isn't gated. If your dog gets adventurous, they may end up trying to head that way.

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Aquia Landing

3.7

(11 reviews)

34.9 mi

It's a nice place to hang out with the family and cool off. Great spot for the kiddos to, not to…read moredeep till you go further out.

A little gem. This is a small but nice little place to go that's not far if you live in the area…read more It's great for little kids with no waves. The water is never freezing. If you want to go to a 'sandy beach' area that's not far this is the place. It can quickly get crowded and parking does fill up quickly so go early. The bathroom are clean.

Things to do in Falls Church

Relaxing @Aquia Landing

Peaceful @Aquia Landing

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Creative Cauldron - theater - Updated August 2026

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Signature Theatre

4.6

(122 reviews)

I came to see Pippin at this theater and cannot begin to express how impressed I was with the…read moretalent here. From singing to costuming to choreography, each performer gave everything to the audience. Since this is a theater in the round in a very intimate setting, I had my concerns that I would be in a section in which the performers had their backs to me. Quickly I realized that the seasoned cast is skilled at playing to each side and the staging wouldn't inhibit anyone's view. I purchased tickets with a partial view ( Row 4), and felt that my view from there was better than many Broadway shows I've attended. I did not find them to inhibit the show in any way, and the leg room was spacious. I really enjoy watching the support cast (chorus) and in this show particularly their roles were important to every element and integrated into the foreground. This is something you often don't see in traditional shows where the leads are foreground and the chorus is just left to be background noise. Great job by all. The theater is located near some eateries and an ice cream shop, but take advantage of this before the show. I felt every single person headed right to the ice cream shop after the show, and some of the eateries closed just as we exited at 9:00pm on a Sunday.

Now that the Signature Theatre is on my radar screen, I am happy to report that my 2nd visit - to…read moresee Pippin - reflects a live theater experience that is fantastic. I have already rated the theater facility/building as great so I won't go into much more detail about that. Although here goes - the building's entry is grand, the lobby is welcoming and exciting and the ushers/staff are friendly and first rate. The performance of Pippin that I saw was likewise first rate. Signature Theatre has taken a show I have seen multiple times in the past, and freshened it up. A lot! Presented in the round - which I normally do not like - it presents like live-action happening right in front of your eyes for the 1st time. And the theater is small enough that I felt immersed in the action! Indeed, several times, players would come right up into the seats and interact with me and other audience members. It really made the show seem like a story being presented for first time, spontaneously, right in front of me. And, the performances were so fresh, so intense that I felt that each and every emotion/action was directed only to me. Very nicely staged! The quality of talent in this show is also noticeable. Particular kudos to the man who portrayed Pippin. The ensemble too was Broadway caliber. The dancing in particular was exhilarating! I felt every kick and twist. Fosse lives in this production! This show is old, however, having been first conceived in the early 1970's. But there was very little that was tired or old or vintage. It was fresh and cutting edge. The Signature production was unlike any of the other presentations of Pippin I have seen. The actors' entrances came in from the audience entrances - all 4 corners of the theater - and it was enthralling. The close proximity made every actor seem like they were talking/singing just to me. It was the kind of show that you really need to see more than once because there is so much going on all at once. Bravo to the Signature Theatre once again!

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Theater

4.0

Great community theater ! Love the local troop ! Great version of foot loose ! We were visiting our…read moreson in Arlington!

A friend of a friend snagged a part in the chorus of "Thoroughly Modern Millie." I so love that…read moremusical, a bunch of us girlie girls went to check it out. The theater is actually part of TJ Middle School. It seats about 700 or so people. One of the ushers told me the makeup of the theater is called "proscenium" which means that it has a half shell arch at the front of the stage. In TJ's case, the arch is actually on the celing. The stage itself is raised above where we, the audience sat. We literally had front and center seats (second row). The orchestra pit was right in the middle of the stage. If you go to a show here, park near the Community Center which is to the left of the basketball court and all the way behind the school. The performance was great for an amateur filled show. "Like a squirrel, storing the nuts of life."

Romp n' Roll Fairfax, VA

(8 reviews)

I'm now a Romp n' Roll vet and wanted to update my review to reflect my experience. I have been…read morearound the toddler play gym circuit and I am truly a fan of this location due to it's varied activities, top notch birthday parties, and flexibility to meet the needs of many families. First off, the instructors and front desk are absolutely fantastic. They pay attention to the children, make moving your body fun, and are easy to chat with when you have questions. Many of the same staff is the same from when the business opened over a year ago which says a lot about the business itself. Flexiblity: I have attended cooking classes, art classes, movement classes, and parents' morning out classes here and all were fantastic. Our preschool was even able to organize a private multi-hour class date here when we were closed for a teacher workday. Parents could leave or stay, or even do some work in the warm and welcoming. lobby. Birthday Parties: I love the fact that booking a private party gives you use of the gym and party room so you can really spread out. The lobby has toys and tables which allows for a really natural transitional time between each activity which is a nice touch. Now that summer is here, I will definitely drop in one of their classes. We are lucky to have a spot like this so close to us.

What an amazing gym. The gym was perfect for my three year old - i would say the activities and gym…read moreis geared towards 2-6 year olds. My favorite part was that the gym was super clean. The time was split in rotations through free play, parachute, scooter time, dancing/bubbles, and more!! We had such a fun time. They also had an open time for art time.

Harmonia School of Music & Art

3.4

(17 reviews)

Our son just did their two week "Mermaids and Pirates" musical theater summer camp. We were…read morefloored by what he learned and how well he performed at the final showcase after only 9 days of practice. He also got exposure to different musical instruments and did some art projects. Terrific summer camp. Five stars for Harmonia!

I had my son taking guitar class here this summer. The employees and the guitar teacher here were…read moregreat and very professional people! I don't know what's up with bad reviews here, but they were not the case for us.

Tysons Art and Learning Center

4.4

(7 reviews)

My son has been attending both classes and summer art camp at Tysons art and learning center, and…read morewe couldn't be happier with the experience. My son looks forward to classes and always comes home proud of what he's created. Most importantly, he's learned so much. We're so grateful to have found them.!

I expected a lot better from my few weeks of having my kids here but unfortunately I couldn't get…read moreinto it. My kids were here for just over 3 weeks, since this Friday, and while they enjoyed the start of summer camp, too many changes came up and after speaking with the director, who wasn't open to hearing from any parents it seemed, I took them out. I enjoyed their teachers, but my kids just didn't get into the program, which was very very surprising. 5 and 12, and tragically bored and unentertained, apparently. The art was good, but just not their type of camp, they weren't having fun. Not to mention the rude interaction with the director. Not for us.

Tiny Dancers

4.6

(24 reviews)

I signed up my toddler for Wiggletoes (aimed for 2-3 year olds) which met once a week for 8 weeks…read morefor this location. They offer the classes seasonly across all 3 of their studios (Fairfax, Mosaic, and Alexandria). Wiggletoes was a very foundational class and the teacher, Ms. Jennifer, made every week so fun! She was so warm and engaging. There was a different theme each week which went along beginner ballet moves, storytime, and acting out the story time. The class was only up to 6 children so it didn't feel crowded and each child had enough time for all of the activities. As the parent, you're also expected to be next to your child and engage in a few of the activities which made it fun for bonding. We didn't opt in, but they also host a seasonal recital as well. We were able to purchase the leotard, tutu, and ballet shoes through the studio, which made everything super easy. Unfortunately, my toddler didn't end up loving ballet but I really enjoyed our experience here and the quality time we had together through our weekly classes.

Every morning when we wake up the first question out of my daughter's mouth is: "Is it ballet yet?"…read more She is only three years old but ever since she started taking lessons at Tiny Dancers she has aspirations of becoming a hardcore ballerina. And guess what? Since it is a parent/child class, so have I! Their Wiggletoes class is aimed at 2-3 year olds and teaches the fundamentals of ballet in a really engaging and age-appropriate way. Our teacher Miss Holly is especially adept at dealing with young children, some who have never been in a classroom setting before. She rolls with the punches, makes things fun and the creativity she brings into each lesson is outstanding. Every class is incorporated with a story time + gorgeous, high quality costume. Seeing what they put together has become a highlight of my week. We unfortunately do not have classes right now because #socialdistancing but my daughter has still been applying what she learned at home. She loves to "tendu" all around the house and on our walks.

Traveling Players Ensemble

3.8

(5 reviews)

This company is amazing at developing young actors!! We went to see a play put on by this company…read moreand the actors did such an amazing job. Highly recommend sending your future actors here or seeing one of their awesome plays!

Great Program during the year but really blindsided by extreme Covid precautions during their…read moresummer camp. In summer 2022 21 Covid tests, yes, 21 tests, is very extreme. Plus masks. Plus all vaccines and boosters. Plus they will send your kid home for 10 days with a positive test. It's a very extreme position for a kids program. I'm ok on vaccines but this is going to wild extremes. Best was I just got told I need to pay for the 20 quick tests my kid is supposed to have.

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