SPORTS&ACTIVITIES
BEST BATTING CAGE
THE CAGE
62-40 Metropolitan Ave, Middle Village
(718) 366-2122 - www.thecagenyc.com
If you’re looking for a spot where you can
work to start batting a thousand on the field,
The Cage in Middle Village is the place to
be. The Cage is equipped with a fully turfed
indoor practice facility which splits into eight
individual batting cages for private, group
or team training, and includes a new and
improved infield area to practice fielding skills
and all of the pitching equipment you could
need to keep your arm in shape. Come in and
train with seasoned professionals, some of
which have played on a major league team
who live and breathe baseball.
BEST BICYCLE SHOP
BIKELANE BICYCLE STORE
85-13 Jamaica Ave, Woodhaven
(718) 441-4011
If you ask the staff at BikeLane Bicycle Store
in Woodhaven what makes them tick, it’s the
customers they serve every day. They are a small
business operating in Woodhaven since 2013
offering the best bicycle service possible. They
carry a variety of bicycle brands, accessories and
repairs. What really sets them apart from the
competition is their dedication to educating their
followers about bicycles and how to take care of
them on their YouTube channel. Stop by anytime
to experience a great atmosphere and service
from the top bicycle shop in Queens.
BEST BOWLING ALLEY
WHITESTONE LANES
30-05 Whitestone Expy, Whitestone
(718) 353-6300–www.whitestonebowlinglanes.com
Strike! Bowling is a timeless sport that can be
enjoyed on several occasions including dates,
birthday parties or with a group. Since 1960,
customers have chosen Whitestone Lanes for
the perfect bowling experience. It includes
an old-school, 48-lane bowling alley with a
pro shop, party space and food services —
everything you could ask for in your bowling
experience and more.
BEST BOXING GYM
BUTCH’S BOXING & MMA
203-18 35th Ave, Bayside
(646) 421-9749–www.ny-mma.com
At Butch’s Boxing & MMA in Bayside, there
are lots of heavy bags and speed bags, a
professional boxing ring and a wide variety
of training equipment. Trainers use the old
school boxing mentality of hard work and
prides itself on bullyproof training to teach your
child how to verbally diffuse the bully using
worksheets and role-playing. Their classes help
build patience, perseverance, dedication and
confidence through Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Muay
Thai Kick Boxing, Jeet Kune Do, Wrestling,
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, BJJ, Karate & Tae-Kwan do.
BEST CAMP
THE DANCE PROJECT
150-47 Willets Point Blvd, Whitestone
(718) 353-2450–www.
danceprojectofwhitestone.com
Let your body do the talking at the best
camp in Queens! Since 1984, the Dance
Project has provided campers with a quality
dance education in a warm and nurturing
environment. The studio offers individual
and group instruction for a range of styles,
including tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop and modern
dance. It features two state of the art dance
studios and experienced teachers who offer
individualized attention and keep current with
the ever-changing dance world. In addition
to lessons, students are taught about dance
vocabulary, dance history and dance icons.
When not working on routines, they enjoy a
variety of fun activities — from group trips to
the city to see performances, to “movie” nights
at the studio, to photo shoots and workshops.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced
student, dance the summer away at The Dance
Project!
BEST CHILDREN’S
DANCE SCHOOL
THE DANCE PROJECT
150-47 Willets Point Blvd, Whitestone
(718) 353-2450–www.
danceprojectofwhitestone.com
For 35 years, The Dance Project has proudly
served the Whitestone community, welcoming
students with a warm and nurturing
environment that lends itself to a positive dance
experience. In addition to teaching students
about dance vocabulary, dance history and dance
icons, The Dance Project also creates fun events
to foster these aspects of learning. Events range
from group trips into Manhattan to see plays to
movie nights at the studio. The Dance Project
offers tap, jazz, ballet, modern, hip-hop, pointe,
acrobatics, musical theater and more for students
as young as two years old.
BEST CHILDREN’S
GYMNASTICS
MY GYM FRESH MEADOWS
176-60 Union Tpke #310, Fresh Meadows
(718) 380-4599–www.mygym.com/queens
For more than 35 years, My Gym
has created a loving and supportive
environment where children can learn,
giggle and tumble! My Gym welcomes
children from 6 weeks to 13 years old for a
variety of fun classes, programs and parties.
Whether your child is learning to take their
first steps with Tiny Tykes or getting ready
to enter the classroom with Preschool Prep,
they provide the perfect venue for your child
to develop physically and emotionally. Their
event calendar includes a variety of seasonal
and themed occasions throughout the year,
and when school’s out, My Gym summer
camp is in to provide a summer full of
engaging activities! Head to their website to
register your child for a fun time, anytime!
BEST CHILDREN’S
PARTY PLACE
GYM-AZING
27-14 23rd Ave, Astoria
(347) 455-3661–www.gym-azing.com
Tina Mavrelis-Charalambous opened
Gym-Azing in 2010 to fulfill her wish for
a workout facility designed specifically
for children. She now has several party
packages that all include invitations,
face painting, pizza and juice, a bounce
house, and more. There is also a special
“Little Diva’s” party available that includes
shimmering makeup, hair chalk, face gems,
and pink cotton candy. And, Gym-Azing
is the only place in Astoria that offers spa
parties! For the adults, Tina also brings her
TRX group suspension training certification
to the gym in her fitness classes. Zumba and
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Greek dancing classes are also available!
Bring your child (or yourself!) to Gym-Azing
for a fun fitness or party experience.
BEST DANCE SCHOOL
FOR ADULTS
THE DANCE PROJECT
150-47 Willets Point Blvd, Whitestone
(718) 353-2450–www.
danceprojectofwhitestone.com
For 35 years, The Dance Project has proudly
served the Whitestone community, welcoming
students with a warm and nurturing
environment that lends itself to a positive
dance experience. In addition to teaching
students about dance vocabulary, dance
history and dance icons, The Dance Project
also creates fun events to foster these aspects
of learning. Events range from group trips
into Manhattan to see plays to movie nights at
the studio. The Dance Project offers tap, jazz,
ballet, modern, hip-hop, pointe, acrobatics,
musical theater and more for students as
young as two years old.
BEST GOLF COURSE
FOREST PARK GOLF COURSE
101 Forest Park Dr, Woodhaven
(718) 296-0999–www.golfnyc.com
If you’re not taking in the beautiful scenery,
hiking trails and bridle paths at Forest Park,
make sure to check out the golf course located
at the west side of the park. It’s said that the
Forest Park Golf Course, which is 110-acres
long, was modeled after Scottish links and
maintains its reputation as one of New York
City’s most challenging golf courses.
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