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Rebar Knife on the anvil.
Jeremy F.

Kyle was our instructor and did a great job with our bachelor party group. We all had a great time and enjoyed forging our rebar knives. Looking forward to coming back up here. Thx Kyle for all your help and making it a great time.

Lizzie C.

I was a junior blacksmith today with my colleagues. This work was no joke. I sweated my butt off making my bottle opener. Definitely found a new appreciation for this profession. Shout out to Zander, our incredible instructor! Funny, dope playlist and tons of patience! Truly the best!

Final touches

Wow, what a cool place!! This is great for the whole family, my husband and I brought our 12 & 13 year old daughters and had a blast! Josh was amazing and very helpful. Bring water it gets hot in here!!

The experience was amazing, I couldn't have asked for a better instructor (Zander). If you are into dad jokes and a great time Zander is the instructor for you. The class was simple but pushed your creative side. If you or your partner is a "forged in fire" watcher and want to try your/their hand at making their own knife, this is the experience for you/them. I want to book again and come back to make another knife, ring, flower, chopsticks, etc. For those looking for a great date night or even a first date this is the event for you.

Chopsticks
Carlton M.

My friend took me out for my bday. Had no idea it would be this but it was very fun. Had Zander as an instructor. He was great. Walked us thru everything. Was very patient and informative. The class went at a good enough pace for us to catch on and not be bored. Zander made the instructions easy to follow and kept us safe around all of the fire and equipment. I would highly recommend this as an activity. Def cuff friendly if you're looking for that lol. Was a good class.

Horshoe knife
Jeff H.

My wife got me the horseshoe knife class as a Christmas gift. I was in the public class. The horseshoe was already cut in half. The instructor would demo a few steps, then the class would do them. Lawless Forge is safety oriented and takes as many precautions as they can. Our instructor walked grounded and helped those who needed it. Answered questions. He was awesome. I would recommend this class to anyone who has watched forged in fire.

Great father son experience! The staff was super helpful and engaging. The manager, I think Xander was his name was funny and super helpful. I highly recommend this place to anybody. Thanks for a great day!

A knife someone in our group made and the horseshoe the knife was at first.
Kathryn J.

I talked my family into going to Lawless Forge after seeing a Facebook ad. It turns out if you have five or more people a private experience is the same cost (or less) than a public class- so we got a private class for the six of us! We decided to make horseshoe knives and our instructor was Zander. We had a very mixed group- one of us is a carpenter and one is afraid of fire- but none of us thought we would be making a knife like the example knife. We were wrong! Under Zander's excellent guidance, the project was broken down into easily attainable steps. He gave us great instructions and then walked around to provide tips and advice. He also had a great sense of humor! We also all felt very safe, which is really important when working with hot metal and metal grinders! Zander gave us great safety instructions and took it very seriously. He was also willing to jump in and help if anyone was uncomfortable or having trouble with a step. In the end, we all made beautiful and unique knives while having a lot of fun! I would advise others to wear the right clothes. The Lawless Forge website tells you what to wear for safety, but remember it will be really hot! Keep an open mind and be willing to learn!

The forge!
Russell J.

We had a great day at Lawless Forge. The registration process was fast and easy. As of the writing of this post, they had just moved into a new space, so the room is a little disheveled, but the class area was neat and well organized. Our instructor, Eric, was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. It's def a beginner friendly activity. Would 100% recommend.

Abha A.

I didn't even know this place existed until I saw a Groupon for it! Inspired by forged in fire on Netflix, I thought this would be a great fun experience for my husband whose an avid watcher of the show. It was challenging! I struggled a lot at the beginning, but both Kyle and Xander were fabulous! Great with instructions and very patient and helpful. If you're looking for a fun activity that's different- I highly recommend it! In the meantime, I'm trying to build up my arm strength for another class to create another metallic keepsake!

Great family activity! Ages 14-49, we all had fun. We chose to build chopsticks. Josh did a great job of giving instruction, and keeping us safe and on pace to complete our project.

Raymod M.

This was an excellent first time experience. I will definitely be going back. Josh explained every step in detail. Well worth the time and money.

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Josh was great!! Would definitely come to take a class here again. 10/10 experience, great welcoming environment as well.

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Had a great time it's good for a beginner to someone with a little experience. I will definitely be back for open forge.

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Great experience! My husband and I loved making a knife from a horseshoe. Knowledgeable instructors and fun atmosphere.

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Such a fun outing! Took a group of teens, and they loved it. Anisa was a fantastic instructor.

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Great, patient, kind instructors - big shout out to Xander! A one of a kind experience. I love my bespoke coat hook!

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This was my first time trying something like Time Mission out. I wasn't sure what to expect, but…read moreI'm really happy I gave it a go. Note that the last check in is at 11:00pm on the weekend (at least that's what they said via phone call). They almost didn't let us in but we mentioned that we were the ones on the phone. After we all checked in, we explored each of the room. Some were super difficult, some were "easy". Each room lets you know if it's more physical, mental, or team work/ communication. Because each room is timed, I felt like I was in squid game without the gore and anxiety from pending doom. It's a great concept, especially if you go with an entertaining group looking for a fun time.

This is honestly one of the best places to spend time with kids. Everything was clean, well…read moreorganized, and the whole experience felt very fun and engaging for the family. The staff were incredibly nice and welcoming. We were actually about 5 minutes late and rushed there, but instead of making us feel stressed, they kindly told us to take our time and not worry about rushing. That small moment really showed how thoughtful they are. My family had such a great time, the kids were fully entertained and didn't want to leave. You can tell they really care about the experience they provide. No wonder they have a full 5-star rating on Google, which is rare to see. They truly deserve it. We will definitely be back!

Lose It Rage Room - After the rage

Lose It Rage Room

(9 reviews)

When I tell y'all I needed this…read more... No lie, 10-15 minutes in this rage room was better than therapy. I left that room feeling emotionally lighter than I have in a very long time... And it's a hell of a workout too! Despite what it seems like, 15 minutes is actually a lot of time. My friend and I were able to stop and take pictures and video, request additional items, change the song on our playlist, catch our breath and rest for a second, and we still felt like we had plenty of time left. They also come in and give you a 3-minute and 1-minute warning when your time is almost up Oh, and did I mention it's a hell of a workout? I was winded in the first 45 seconds (beating the hell out of a printer with a baseball bat will do that to you). They also have branded merch, including t-shirts and jogging pants, which is especially great if you're going with a group and matching shirts/pants are your thing. A couple of things to keep in mind before you go: 1. Although they give you something to protect your face, wear something to cover your head. A shower cap. A satin bonnet. Something to keep debris from getting into your hair. Even after thoroughly dusting myself off, I went home and was still shaking small pieces of broken glass out of my hair (to be fair, I was playing 'baseball' with beer bottles for most of my time in room, so that was to be expected). 2. Wear a long sleeved shirt (they have some long-sleeved branded shirts for sale). If you're like me and enjoy breaking glass, be advised that those shards do fly... And it's the smallest ones that you have to worry about. By the end of my session, I had several tiny cuts and streaks of blood on my arm from all of the shards raining down (again, playing baseball with beer bottles). I didn't even feel it, but best to avoid it if you can. 3. Wear long sweat pants (with a hemline that covers the top of your shoe), high socks (crew socks are good), and either boots or sneakers that cover as much of your foot as possible. This is CRITICAL. I made the mistake of wearing ankle socks and pants that didn't cover the top of my sneakers. As a result, small shards of glass slipped into my sock and shoe several times during my session and I had to stop each time to remove them. Also, if you wear sneakers, make sure they have good treads on them, because all of that broken glass and other debris can make the floors very slippery. 4. They allow you to connect to their Bluetooth and blast whatever music you like right from your phone. Prepare your playlist ahead of time so you can get to the fun a little faster. 5. They set you up with a good number of breakable items at the beginning of your session, but you're gonna want more stuff, trust me. So be prepared to pay a little extra for another bucket of glass items, another piece of furniture, or another computer, electronic device, or small appliance to destroy. (Pro Tip: CPUs/desktop computers can take a lot of abuse so if you want to get the most bang for your buck, literally, it might be worth the money to splurge on one of those.) 6. Sometimes the sessions can be unexpectedly cathartic.The team works hard to create a safe, judgment-free environment, so feel your feelings and don't be embarrassed if you shed a couple of tears or need to let out a few ear-shattering screams. The staff are really friendly and work hard to create a fun and enjoyable experience so if you really enjoyed yourself, consider giving them a tip to show your appreciation. This place, and this experience, is absolutely worth the money. Go, have fun, and most importantly, f**k sh*t up!!

Definitely a experience worth trying at least once. Very…read moresimple concept - let out some steam / emotions etc Pricey imo but I enjoyed myself. Lots of things to break.

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I went on a Saturday around 12:30. It wasn't busy at all. I prepaid for the basic rage which was…read moreabout 48$ and I got a jumpsuit just to prevent getting glass on my clothes. The owner is very friendly and straightforward. I got suited for the room & I was provided 3 large items + 12 glasses to smash. They play rock + heavy metal music which I liked. I asked the worker if it's okay to scream if you need to & they welcomed it. I spent 20 mins smashing & screaming . The environment was non-judgmental! I do want to shoutout the worker Jim! He was very helpful and kind through my whole experience. He took the time to give me kind words and a hug after. I appreciate him as it meant a lot. This was my second visit and I'll definitely be back.

I reserved a time slot for this entertainment spot for Saturday. The reserve process was a little…read moreconfusing as I looked online and then called. After calling I was informed there were slots available all day and to come. At about 430 I decided to go online and pay for the slot to make sure we get to go right away. At this time I went online and it had no slots for my time or the rest of the day. I called the number back and was told to text the time and activity that I wabted to take part in. I did so. We arrived and it seemed different like interesting but I was no longer excited to take part in the activities. It was a small crate of small glasses and really nothing else to break in the room. The pictures online are old. It was a child's birthday and not really enthused. It needs updates or more larger appealling wreckingitems for the price For the amount of money per person this is not an appealling spot to waste money on. I cancelled out our time slot and left.

Remix Rage Smash Room

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Oh yeah, this is exactly what I needed! After randomly booking this and not really knowing what to…read moreexpect, my son and I showed up on a saturday and were the first appointment. We were greeted by 3 staff members (apologies I don't remember their names). I initially thought this was just a venue to smash stuff but it was explained that this is a mental health venture aimed at spiritual healing. After signing the waivers and donning our PPE, we went in. The wooden structure isn't huge so you cant get running starts or make any long over hear arm movements, but it ended being just the right amount of space to get your smash on. Initially I was caught up in the novelty of smashing things, but a point in time came where that novelty faded and I found myself tapping into an aggression and emotion I did not go there with. It wasn't until I stood there out of breath with my hands sore that I truly understood what this place was for. That session provided a space and avenue for me to truly let go, for just a little bit. If you haven't done that recently (or ever), you need to book a session to understand what im talking about. A challenge was issued to me to put in work on the water heater and I made a decent hole in it but that thing was tough. They sure don't make em like they used to.

Great experience at Remix Rage Smash Room. I visited a few weeks ago based on a Groupon that I had…read more The staff was extremely helpful in organizing my session and preparing for my appointment. The site was well furnished with safety gear (goggles, gloves, etc.), tools (bats, sledgehammers, etc.) and objects to smash (microwave oven, water heater, glass bottles, etc.). It was stress relieving and fun with the opportunity to damage and destroy inanimate objects in a normally civilized world. I definitely recommend if in the DMV area.

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Cozymeal is a pretty great way to describe the night. 100% cozy with 12 of us gathered in Chef…read moreGustavo's home for an evening of incredible paella, lots of wine and fantastic company. He had spinach and cheese empanadas nearly ready for us when we arrived and after not too long, we all were ready to get the cooking started. We were either gathered around the kitchen island helping Chef Gustavo chop, peel or mix, seated at the long dinner table or hanging out on the patio outside. It was such a great mix of relaxing, sipping wine and getting our hands dirty and cooking a bit. He shared lots of cooking tips and tricks and made the entire night feel so casual, fun and intimate. We've all taken at least cooking class but this was more like being invited over for a friends dinner party. The paella came out SO incredibly. Packed with seafood (which we learned is actually not the traditional way to serve paella. Usually it is just a piece or two of protein and the rice is the star of the meal). So much flavor I could have had a million servings. It was delicious. For desert, Chef made dulce de leche crepes and I didn't think I had room before but I absolutely enjoyed at least two of these. I loved being a part of this awesome night and would definitely recommend a Cozymeal with Chef Gustavo!

What an excellent experience it was the perfect date night experience cooking together in a chefs…read morehome. We went with chef ali who taught us Sichuan cooking. Food was excellent and she had a great teaching style making it easy to follow allowing for a great experience would go again.

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