anthony and the nature company are amazing!! we cannot say enough wonderful things about our recent…read moreexperience with them for our daughter's 4th birthday party (on-site). leading up to the party, anthony was really great to work with, very responsive, kind, and easy going. it was our first time planning a children's birthday party and i sent a constant stream of emails every time i thought of something (annoying, i'm sure!). but anthony quickly and graciously answered them all, which i really appreciated. on the day of the party, we arrived early to set up and the space was beautifully decorated. we didn't need to bring anything (we added a few themed items, but it was completely unnecessary). the space is beautiful and warm, and the animals were very cool/cute (even the Madagascar hissing cockroach, haha) and the kids all loved Anthony's wonderful and engaging presentation of each one. there was also a great playroom for the kids to burn off some of that cupcake energy afterward. we highly recommend the nature company in general, and for parties especially. you won't regret it!

From the owner: The Nature Company Playspace is a place for kids who love animals and nature to play and meet live…read moreanimals. Storytime, puppet shows, music, and games are all part of our open play sessions. We also host the most amazing live animal birthday parties! Teachers, please call us to book a live animal visit to your classroom!

We went to Space Club for my daughter's friend's birthday party, and it was our first time there…read more We honestly didn't know much about the place before going, but we were pleasantly surprised. There is so much for kids to do! The first floor has a big ball pit, slide, swings and lots of other things to keep the kids busy. My daughter was having a great time exploring everything. The party was on the second floor, and this is where my daughter found her favorite activity -- the bead pool. She sat there for almost an hour picking out different beads and making necklaces and bracelets. She loved it so much and probably would have stayed there even longer if she could! She also really enjoyed building with the wooden blocks. They had big foam blocks out on the terrace too, which she had fun building with. I liked that there was a good mix of things to do. It wasn't only running around and climbing. Kids could also sit, build, create and just enjoy doing their own thing. The birthday room was really spacious too. There was plenty of room for the kids and parents, as well as space for food, decorations and activities. It never felt crowded. I also liked having the bead pool, wooden blocks and foam blocks on the same floor as the party room. The kids could enjoy different activities and still stay close to the party. The third floor was closed when we visited, so we didn't get to see that part. But honestly, there was already so much going on that my daughter didn't even get a chance to try everything that was open. We really enjoyed our time at Space Club. My daughter had a great time at the birthday party, and we left feeling like we still had more to see and do. We would definitely come back for a family day and spend more time exploring. It's also a really nice option for a kids' birthday party, especially if you want a place with plenty of room and different activities to keep the kids happy. Hopefully we'll get to explore the third floor next time!

Visited Space Club with my kid for open play, and overall it was a really fun experience--my child…read moreabsolutely loved it and stayed happily engaged the entire time. Check-in and check-out are very fast and efficient. Once you've created an account on their website, you simply provide your phone number at check-in and again at check-out, and that's it. You can use the credit card on file or choose a different payment method. The only thing that wasn't very clear was how the lockers work. You need to bring your own lock if you want to secure one. We didn't have a lock, and I didn't see many lockers actually locked, but we had no issues. A quick explanation at arrival would have been helpful. In terms of cleanliness, I actually had a very positive experience. During the two hours we were there, I saw multiple staff members actively cleaning the space several times, including common areas and play zones. That said, beads in the bead room do tend to scatter everywhere. While the space was generally clean, the loose beads can be a potential slipping or choking hazard and could benefit from closer monitoring. Outside food and drinks are allowed, which is a huge bonus compared to other indoor play spaces that require you to purchase everything from their café. The café itself is nice, spacious, and clean. High chairs are available, and there's plenty of seating for adults to relax while kids play. The bathrooms are spacious as well, though not all of them have changing tables. Overall, Space Club offers tons of engaging activities and clearly succeeds at keeping kids happy--mine had an amazing time and ran around nonstop for the full two hours we were there. I also appreciated how warm and cozy it felt on a frigid winter day. It's open seven days a week, 365 days a year, which is especially great for school closure days that fall on a Monday when many museums and other attractions are closed. We'll definitely be back.

We don't have kids but we attended the birthday party of friends' child. So good!…read more The kids seemed excited and engaged. All of the performers were enthusiastic without being cloying and their time management was impeccable, they locked this party in 2hrs without feeling rushed. A truly impressive children's party....and the grown-ups get cute socks!

PJ parties are a great way to get a date night in with the hubby. They feed the children dinner,…read moreusually pizza and they get to play in the gym and do an arts project. It is central to all the great restaurants on 5th ave. My son always has a great time here.

We were visiting family in NYC this summer with a 2- and 4-year-old, and quickly realized two…read morethings: apartments here are not big enough when you have to entertain 2 energetic toddlers, and AC is life. Honestly, my little ones started testing my sanity by our 3rd day on the trip, but then my SIL recommended I take the kids to PlayWell that morning...and they loved it. We dropped in for two hours and the time flew by. Both kids were so happy, got to burn off their energy, and I didn't even get the "I'm bored" complaint! The highlights: 1. The Ultimate Heat Escape: It's spacious, bright, super clean, and beautifully air-conditioned. A total oasis when it's melting outside. 2. Caters to different interests: The variety of activities is top-notch. They have high-energy set-ups like swings and a zip line, brain-boosting pegboards and puzzles, and pretend play activities like a kitchen and wooden train sets. 3. Smart layout: The space is designed with different zones, so kids can actually get a little separation and quiet space if they prefer, especially nice for the younger kids. 4. Perfect for all paces: It easily handles everyone from crawlers to high-energy kids who like to run or bounce around. We've been to a lot of play spaces, and this one has been one of our favorites. A must-visit!

Went for a child's 4th bday - so fun! They had so many different activities for children of all…read moreages and a nice set up for bdays. We appreciated how clean, safe and friendly it was.

There is a lot to love about Court 16 in Brooklyn…read more 1. First and foremost, the staff. They are amazing, kind, and attentive. My son and I felt comfortable the moment we walked in. We went there for an event and the staff ensured everyone was taken care of and had a wonderful time. 2. The location. The courts are located on the 4th floor of City Point and what makes that cool is you can explore shopping, food, and movies before or after your tennis session, all within the same building. We did just that and it added to the experience. 3. The cleanliness of the facility. Everything from the courts to the restrooms were top notch. 4. The trainers. We got to meet and work with a couple of different trainers. They were engaging, warm, and could clearly teach any level. I have been playing tennis for years and still walked away learning something new. I love when that happens. Thank you to everyone @ Court 16 - Brooklyn for being amazing. My son is now asking for us to go play some tennis together....

amazing coaching for beginners! have tried 3 diff lessons now and each have been fantastic. they…read moregive individual advice as well and limit groups to 6 people max

We had A birthday party here. The staff was very helpful, they helped us decorate organize and…read moreclean up. kids had so much fun and learned science facts. The experiments were well designed and engaging. They had dance party too.

My son has been going to Tiny scientist for remote learning for the past few months and absolutely…read moreloves it! They have done a great job making sure he does his schoolwork and also have fun doing science experiments between online classes. They also go to the playground every day. They take covid safety very seriously and i feel good about the precautions they take. Whenever it's tiny scientist day my son lights up and is so excited to go!

We took the kids to Chuck E. Cheese and got the 30-minute unlimited play pass. The kids had a good…read moretime and enjoyed playing the games. Just keep in mind that the trampoline area is not included with the unlimited play pass, so you have to pay extra for it. They also require Chuck E. Cheese grip socks for the trampoline, but the socks are included with the trampoline admission. Overall, the kids had fun, but I wish the unlimited pass included the trampoline since it's another popular activity for the kids. Just something to be aware of when planning your budget.

Fun place. I got the 30 minutes unlimited games package. Some games has prizes while others did…read morenot. I got 150 tickets so was able to get a small prize. Will definitely come back again to try other games.

An awesome place to have a kids birthday party! Less stress and planning for the parents, more fun…read moreand running around for the kiddies. The facilities are clean, well maintained and the staff is engaged and helpful. There's a larger area with slides, maze, obstacles and ball area. The smaller area for toddlers and smaller kids consist of a ball pit, two slides and an interactive wall. I highly recommend Flying Apple! My kid loved it.

This is one of the best kids courses I have ever went to with my daughter who is 2 years old…read more Everything is toddler friendly and safe. The whole space is very clean too! I cannot believe how clean it was. The good thing about this place is that it is safe where you can place your stroller and shoes by the entrance without any worries of it being lost. You got to sign a waiver before you go in and pricing is a few dollar difference between 4 years and up and 3 years and below. It is a fixed price with a free adult for each kid that lasts the whole day. They give you green bracelets for each person to enter the place. So my favorite was the slides! All the slides were designed well and I felt great drops with the purple slide! The purple slide reminded me of a mini rollercoaster. I had to go on the slide with my daughter and she had so much fun! She was screaming ecstatic! There was also the black slides that lit up and my daughter and I went on it so many times! They light up the whole time and it was a lot of fun. Besides the slides there were courses with a lot of pit balls for you to fall into. The pit call courses weren't that deep when you fall into them so they were safe for my daughter who is still really tiny. Some of the courses were challenging but they had ropes on the sides for you to grab onto for assistance. There was also a round glass floor as you reach to the top. My daughter and I were a bit scared to walk on it but eventually got over it and was on top of it. It was a very sturdy piece of glass but I was holding onto my daughter still! There are few claw machines in this place that require tokens or a card that you can purchase and put an amount on. Also a Flying Apple Photo Booth was among one of the machines. I'm my daughter and I went inside and I did not know the mini bench to sit on was that slippery until my daughter fell down to the floor. The camera does not meet the eyes at all so you need to readjust in a position that is very uncomfortable. Also I had to carry my daughter the whole time the pictures were being taken in the booth or else her eyes and head would have been cut off. Sucks. Wish the camera lens was in a better position. Also the pictures were very tiny when I saw them come out. At least there were 2 copies so that was good. I will come here in the near future and do recommend this place for any toddler or kid who want to be wild and free!

This is a very high quality, educational and engaging music program for the whole family. Can't…read morerecommend it enough!

Great music program for the bensonhurst community! We have been part of this family since she was 9…read moremonths old and she will be 2 next month! We enjoy the freestyle dances. We love the songs and instrument exploration time! We sing and dance what we learned after class is over too. We always look forward to class!

My daughter has been taking gymnastics with gymstars every week for the past year and she has…read moredeveloped and grown in her abilities quite dramatically. Today was her performance. She was amazing and also very ahoy and excited to be performing. They make it so fun. It's very relaxed and casual so the parents can really sit back and enjoy watching there child and the other children as well. Aimee who runs the program is lovely. She always makes a point to tell me how well my daughter is doing and gives me as much feedback as necessary. They will provide leotards if you forget one and they are willing to bring the kids upstairs after class to make it convenient for you. Also they do a school pickup. Accept for one little hiccup that has gone rather smoothly. We definitely plan to continue with gymstars in the new year.

Gymstars coaches came out to run a class for us for my son's birthday party. They were awesome and…read moremy son and his friends had an absolute blast. They were on time, energetic, and everyone loved them. Fantastic experience.