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BEST CHILDREN’S
DANCE SCHOOL
ELIZABETH DANCE IMAGE
5513 Avenue N
(718) 444-8456
Elizabeth Dance Image has stood the test of
time in educating youngsters in the beauty
of dance. Having recently celebrated its 30th
anniversary, the company is going strong,
offering great deals for dancers of all skillsets
and ages. Plus, they teach all types of dances
and skills, such as hip hop, Zumba, martial
arts, jazz, and ballet intensive.
BEST CHILDREN’S
GYMNASTICS GYM (TIE)
AVIATOR SPORTS AND EVENTS CENTER
3159 Flatbush Avenue
(718) 758-7500 – www.aviatorsports.com
Aviator Sports & Events Center has been
Brooklyn’s premier family entertainment
destination since 2006. While it’s great
for entire families and a great amount of
activities, its children’s gymnastic gym is
the borough’s best. The goal of the Aviator
Gymnastics Center is to provide outstanding
and comprehensive programming that is
as unique and diverse as the community
we serve. The Aviator Sports and Events
gymnastics programs feature professional
coaches with a wide variety of backgrounds
and experience
BEST CHILDREN’S
GYMNASTICS GYM (TIE)
BROOKLYN GYMNASTICS CENTER
1635 Bath Ave.
(718) 232-6444 – www.brooklyngymnastics.com
All coaches at Brooklyn Gymnastics Center
are safety certified and the gym has been a
member of the USAG since 1978. Professional
trainers for all ages, including personal
training services for adults. Additionally, they
now have an Elite Dance Studio. You’ll be
amazed at just how much is going on in their
local facility! Brooklyn Gymnastics Center
features competitive gymnastics teams, yearround
programs, camp and school day trips,
tumbling for cheerleaders, and much more.
Whether this is your child’s first introduction
to gymnastics, they’ve received training
elsewhere, or you’re looking to dip your toe
into a new hobby, give them a call today and
get started. They offer gymnastics for all ages,
from 1 to adult. There are always new ways to
save around here, including 15% OFF for your
second child.
BEST CHILDREN’S
PARTY PLACE
BOUNCEU OF BROOKLYN, NY
6722 Fort Hamilton Pkwy.
(347) 450-5867 – www.bounceu.com
Described as “The funnest, most happiest
private party place in the universe for kids.”
BounceU loves to see families and friends
just being themselves in a private-party
environment, going a little wild, and sharing
memories that will last a lifetime. Parents start
making your plans... Enjoy some adult time
alone or with friends, perhaps catch a movie
or dinner. Drop your children off with us for
two and a half hours of safe and supervised
fun... Each child will be receiving pizza, choice
of drinks and a snack. There will be bouncing,
movie, and other fun filled activities. All this
and a craft to take home. There’s nothing
quite like it for the children of Brooklyn, and
nothing quite like the peace and quiet it’ll give
their parents.
BEST GOLF COURSE
CITYPARKS JUNIOR GOLF CENTER
8850 14th Ave.
(718) 259-2999 – www.cityparksfoundation.org
Located next to the Dyker Beach public golf
course in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn,CityParks
Junior Golf Center is a comprehensive training
facility that offers free instruction and use of
equipment for all ability levels. The Center
features a 6-hole par 3 course, putting and
chipping greens, a driving range, clubhouse and
classroom. The Golf Center is open to New York
City residents ages 6-17, with lessons held once
a week for 7 weeks in Spring, Summer and Fall.
When you want your kids to hit the links and
learn one of the most beautiful sports on earth,
Brooklyn CityParks in Bay Ridge can be the
place your children thank you for taking them
to inspire a love of sport and a love of nature at
this beautiful course.
BEST MARTIAL ARTS
CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS
362 7th Avenue
(718) 788-5425 – www.championstkd.com
Nationally Ultimate Champions Taekwondo
has been recognized to be one of the top
Taekwondo organizations. Their proven
network of highly skilled Masters & Instructors
help us provide the best instruction for
students. Their strength in unity help to
provide not only the best instruction but
work together to do great community work
including doing events for St. Judes Childrens
Hospital which they raised over $100,000.
All schools are individually owned and
operated. Ultimate Champions Taekwondo
locations unify in Taekwondo to participate in
tournaments nationally and internationally.
Ultimate Champions Taekwondo participates
in demonstrations in the tri-state area
providing a fun filled demonstration with
flying kicks, flashing nunchakus, bos, kamas.
You can expect to see board breaking, balloon
popping, brick & cement power breaks along
with flashy fire breaks as well. The team has
performed for most major league sports teams
as well as many large organizations.
BEST PARK
PROSPECT PARK
(718) 965-8951
Prospect Park is a world unto itself: a 585-
acre oasis of scenic beauty for relaxation and
recreation. We hope this section inspires
and informs your visit. From baseball to
birdwatching, and skating to nature programs,
there are thousands of ways to enjoy Prospect
Park.
BEST POOL HALL
STATUS Q BILLIARDS
8218 3rd Ave.
(718) 836-0805 – www.statusqbilliards.com
Status Q Bar & Billiards, located in the heart
of Brooklyn, has an extensive beer, wine and
liquor selection. They offer six brunswick and
four diamond pool tables. They also have a
foosball table and two dart boards. They have
competitive leagues for pool and darts that will
excite both beginner and advanced players,
as well as also host tournaments for pool and
darts.
BEST SOCCER CLUB
CREATIVITY SOCCER PRO
9215 Avenue A
(718) 495-5382 – www.creativitysoccerpro.com
Creativity Soccer Pro offer a variety of weekly
classes across NYC, L.I and NJ for boys and
girls, ages 2 and up to learn the elements of
playing the game while also helping your child
to develop their fine motor, social, imagination
and psychological skills. They connect you
and your child with skillful, professional
soccer coaches to help your child reach his or
her full potential. Through Creativity Soccer
Pro’s Player Development Curriculum we
offer parents the reassurance of knowing
there is a plan to guide the children soccer
playing experience from the time they enter
the program to the end of their youth playing
experience. There’s nothing like learning
the beautiful game in an international city
like New York and a diverse borough like
Brooklyn.
BEST SPORTING GOODS
STORE
LEGENDS
8224 5th Ave.
(718) 680-8957
Legend’s is a Brooklyn fixture. If you need
any type of sporting equipment, they’ve got
it. Want some memorabilia, sports jerseys,
retro or current? They have it. The store lives
up to its name as it offers custom uniforms for
leagues as well as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.
Get your gear here.
BEST SURF SHOP
AEGIR BOARDWORKS
99 Water St.
(347) 987-3825 – www.aegirboardworks.com
Set in a converted warehouse, this summer
surf shop & winter snowboard/ski shop also
offers repairs. You might not immediately
think of surfing when you think of New York,
but from Rockaway beach down the island,
there’s a chance to catch some waves in the
Atlantic Ocean. Aegir Boardworks helps you
find your footing in the water and gives you
the best quality and deals on surf gear. If
you’re more of a winter sports fan, they can
find you what you need to head to the slopes
for some snowboarding or skiing when the
weather gets a little bit colder. It’s a unique
place in Brooklyn, serving unique customers
who all share the same interesting passions
for enjoying the weather in the summer and
winter.
BEST YOUTH LEAGUE
AMITY LITTLE LEAGUE STADIUM
2222 Knapp St.
(718) 648-8135 – www.amitybaseball.com
Are you looking for a better playing
experience? Well, you’ve found it. At Amity
Baseball, the goal is to make sure each player
is better at the end of the season than he/she
was at the beginning. Amity Baseball’s teams
are coached by certified staff members (Cal
Ripken/Babe Ruth certified). They encourage
kids to learn new skills and positions all
without the fear of failure. They aim to develop
players, teach advanced skills and most of all
let the kids play and have fun! Amity Baseball
strives to give both the players and parents an
enjoyable experience. Players from ages 4-18
are welcomed to join. They teach all players,
regardless of ability. They want motivated
participants who love baseball and want to
improve. While the goal is to teach the games
they play, they will not stress winning at all
costs.
SPORTS & ACTIVITIES
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/www.bounceu.com
/www.cityparksfoundation.org
/www.championstkd.com
/www.statusqbilliards.com
/www.creativitysoccerpro.com
/www.aegirboardworks.com
/www.amitybaseball.com
/www.aviatorsports.com
/www.aviatorsports.com
/www.brooklyngymnastics.com
/www.bounceu.com
/www.cityparksfoundation.org
/www.championstkd.com
/www.statusqbilliards.com
/www.creativitysoccerpro.com
/www.aegirboardworks.com
/www.amitybaseball.com