BEST MARINA
EMPIRE POINT BOATING CENTER
2 Empire Blvd, Island Park
(516) 889-1067 empirepointmarina.com
It is hard to mention Long Island without
someone bringing up the water seeing as
the beaches are what attract so many to the
Island over the summer months. Empire Point
Boating Center is a family owned and operated
marina that has been serving Long Island
since 1985. This marina is basically a one stop
shop for all of your boating needs. The marina
offers 65 boat slips, 4 racks, 10 personal
watercraft ramps and a parts shop. The marina
also keeps a fiberglass specialist, carpenter
and a canvas/interior technician on staff to
assist with any problems their customers may
have. Empire Boating even offers brokerage
programs that include free winter and summer
storage.
BEST MARTIAL ARTS
WAVERLY MARTIAL ARTS
620 Waverly Ave Ste K, Patchogue
(631) 569-2090 www.waverlymartialarts.
com
Karate chop your way into success at Waverly
Martial Arts! Learn how to use your body’s
natural instincts through challenging classes
taught by experienced instructors that dive
into hand-to-hand combat techniques, which
will simultaneously whip you into shape and
prepare you to defend yourself when you need
it most. Whether you’re young or old, amateur
or ready to compete like the Karate Kid, you
will leave Waverly with soaring confidence and
a sense of peacefulness as you hit the streets.
You’ll never know how strong you truly are
until you sign up for a class with the best!
BEST MINI GOLF
TIKI ACTION PARK
1878 Middle Country Rd, Centereach
(631) 471-1267 www.tikiactionpark.com
Golf is one of Long Island’s most popular
outdoor sports, but it certainly isn’t for
everyone. Luckily, for those of us who are sunaverse,
don’t have our swing quite down and
want to keep our kids busy, there’s mini golf.
Tiki Action Park is a tropical-themed mini
golf paradise perfect for the whole family. Its
18 long courses are spread out among elegant
waterfalls, winding streams, spacious caves
— all leading to a goldfish pond that houses
its famous 10-foot Tiki Fountain. The facility
is happy to host school field trips, company
outings, social groups and camps of all kinds.
When it comes to the best mini golf on the
island, Tiki Action Park is a hole-in-one!
BEST PARK
JONES BEACH STATE PARK
2400 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh
(516) 785-1600 www.parks.ny.gov
Take in the great outdoors of Long Island at
Jones Beach State Park. Jones Beach is home
to 6.5 miles of beautiful white-sand beach on
the Atlantic Ocean and made up of more than
2,400-acres of maritime environment on the
South Shore. The park has little development
or advertising, creating a natural and relaxing
environment that takes visitors back to presuburban
Long Island. From swimming and
fishing to surfing and even golfing, there’s no
shortage of activities to take part in on this
scenic isle away from the mainland. Play in
the sand, cast your line and soak up the sun at
Long Island’s favorite park!
BEST POOL HALL
MICHAEL’S BILLIARDS
4060 Austin Blvd, Island Park
(516) 548-7707 www.michaelsbilliardsny.
com
Rack ‘em up! If you’re looking for a chill night
of fun and healthy competition over a game of
pool, head over to Michael’s Billiards in Island
Park. Michael’s has plenty of pool tables and
dart boards available to use, so swing through
with your friends for a day of fun. The hall has
multiple televisions inside, allowing players to
enjoy some sports during the game. Michael’s
has APA and dart teams that you can join, or
you can make your own team! Be sure to order
some snacks and drinks to enjoy while you
sink that 8 ball into the corner pocket. Stop by
today so you can make some memories.
BEST RECREATION
CENTER
EPIC ESCAPE ROOMS LI
357 Hempstead Tpke, West Hempstead
(516) 427-5977 www.epicescaperoomsli.
com
Epic Escape Rooms LI offers 6 different
rooms depending on the level of difficulty
you would like as well as the vibe you are
going for. Their rooms range from super
scary to mystery. In order to keep everyone
safe during the pandemic masks are required
and your party will be the only one in the
room at the time of your choosing. All of the
rooms require teamwork, critical thinking and
communication so it is a great way to get to
know your friends better or build teamwork
among coworkers. Whether your group is
going for fun, or business, there is no denying
the fun that will be had by all.
BEST SKATE SHOP
BUNGER SURF SHOP
50 E Main St, Babylon
(800) 698-7873 www.bungersurf.com
If skateboarding holds a piece of your heart,
then there is a good chance that you’ve heard
of Bunger Surf Shop in Babylon. This familyrun
business has been servicing the Island for
all of their skateboarding needs since 1962.
It all started with then 20-year-old Charlie
Bunger, working on neighborhood kids’
boards for fun and quickly developed into an
enterprise. Since opening Bunger Surf Shop,
Charlie Bunger Sr. has passed the reigns to
his kids but not before opening up the Long
Island Surfing Museum which is a part of the
shop’s impressive history. Don’t wait to check
out this Long Island staple for all of your
skateboarding needs!
BEST SOCCER CLUB
PLAINEDGE SOCCER CLUB
PO Box 1296, Massapequa
plainedgesoccerclub.com
It is never too early for your child to learn
how to play the world’s most popular sport!
The Plainedge Soccer Club is dedicated to
providing lifelong memories through soccer to
the children of the Long Island community. Its
goal is to set the foundation for a physical life
which emphasizes participation, teamwork,
sportsmanship, leadership and community
service. Children from as young as two years
old can develop the coordination and skill to
successfully pass the ball and score a goal. The
instructors at Plainedge hope that the time
spent in their club will leave each member
with a lasting appreciation for fitness, team
and community.
BEST SOCCER SHOP
MASSAPEQUA SOCCER SHOP
1004 Park Blvd, Massapequa Park
(516) 798-7769 massapequasoccer.com
Gooooal! It’s time to suit up for soccer season!
Massapequa Soccer Shop has everything you
could possibly need to outfit your kids for the
soccer season ahead. The store is constantly
stocked with some the coolest and best cleats,
ensuring that your child will have the proper
footwear to score the winning goal, plus tons
of options for athletic shorts and shirts that
they can get down and dirty in. Plus, the store
has outerwear options so you and your kid
can stay bundled up on cold or rainy game
days. Not sure what where to start? The
knowledgeable staff lives and breathes soccer,
so the team at Massapequa Soccer Shop will
make sure you are out on the field with the
right gear.
BEST SPORTING GOODS
STORE
SOUTH SHORE SPORTSMAN
9 Lansdown Ave, Merrick
(516) 992-0004 www.sportsmanli.com
Looking to plan your next hunting adventure
in the wilderness? Eager to take the top prize
in your next shooting competition? When it
comes to shooting and hunting equipment,
South Shore Sportsman truly hits the target.
Long Island’s top sporting goods store offers
the best in firearms, ammunition, optics and
hunting accessories at competitive prices.
They carry the most reputable brands on the
market, including Smith & Wesson, Colt and
Remington. South Shore Sportsman fosters
a safe and inviting environment where all
clients’ questions are answered. Their staff can
help recommend the perfect equipment for
specific animal seasons and prey. And if you’re
a novice at gun sports, they’ll turn you into an
expert in no time with instructional lessons.
For all your shooting needs, think of South
Shore first!
BEST SPORTS
MANAGEMENT
CAMELOT SPORTS MANAGEMENT
Farmingdale
(516) 268-6800 www.
camelotknightsbaseball.com
Camelot Sports Management/Knights Nation
Baseball looks to develop the skills, discipline
and strong character necessary for their
athletes to reach their highest potential and
personal growth, while emphasizing a strong
commitment to teamwork. They provide
opportunities and exposure while competing
at the highest levels; always instilling
discipline, while learning to work hard, play
hard, and have fun in doing so. Character is
revealed in times of adversity and by putting
these young baseball players in extremely
competitive situations they help them develop
their character which will benefit them not
only in baseball, but in life. Knights Nation
Baseball Teams take great pride in being
ranked respectively by Perfect Game and TBR,
at 8th in the Mid-Atlantic, 3rd in NYS and 91st
Nationally. If you’re looking for the perfect fit,
please contact Camelot Sports Management,
and Remember; “It’s not where you start – It’s
where you finish!”
BEST SPORTS TRAINING
MAX EFFORT TRAINING
127A E Carmans Rd, Farmingdale
(631) 693-4025 www.mxetraining.com
Max Effort Training, established in 2017
provides high quality instruction to baseball
and softball players of all ages, and skill
levels. They are conveniently located on an
acre of land with ample parking, and housed
inside a state of the art, 20,000 sq. ft. facility
with 25-foot ceilings. MXE utilizes high tech
equipment and technology, and fosters an
environment where any skill type can come
to train and work on their craft. MXE offers
private instruction, small group training, team
training, camps, clinics, off-site workouts
and more! Their staff of over 30 employees
features former collegiate ballplayers, former/
current professional players and collegiate
coaches. Their friendly and knowledgeable
administrative staff can walk you through
scheduling, pricing, and provide you all the
information pertaining to their operation, as
well as what is best for the athlete overall. All
MXE Trainers are trained under the same
system and work together to give their athletes
the complete package. #MXETrained
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BEST SURF SHOP
BUNGER SURF SHOP
50 E Main St, Babylon
(800) 698-7873 www.bungersurf.com
There is no way to talk about the Long Island
surf scene without mentioning Bunger Surf
Shop. Bunger is a family-run business that
has been in business for nearly 60 years. Not
only is this the place to visit if you need a
board or some advice, but the shop also has
the Long Island Surfing Museum attached
to it. The museum features classic photos as
well as the Bunger family collection of some
150 vintage boards. Charlie Bunger Sr., who
established the shop, has long been a crusader
for better access and sponsor for local surfing
competitions. Bunger is more than just a shop;
it has served as a place for surfers to hang out,
converse and swap advice since 1962.
BEST TENNIS STORE
GRAND SLAM TENNIS - COMMACK
214 Commack Rd, Commack
(631) 499-6444 www.grandslamtennisny.
com
Expertise, good prices and wide selection of
top brands are store hallmarks of this shop
where beginners to advanced players can
take classes and outfit their game. Among
championship service is a customized
experience you only get in a well-run family
owned and operated business. The store
philosophy judging by its customer service
priority is seen in staff alawy super helpful
and informative whether you go in to have
a racquet strung on site or need a new one.
What’s cool is there’s a demo station to test
the buyer’s options. Clothing and tennis
accessories are well inventoried here and your
selection decisions can be made in a relaxing
and friendly atmosphere among pros who are
as enthusiastic as you are about enjoying and
getting better at tennis.
BEST VIDEO ARCADE
DAVE & BUSTER’S
Multiple Locations
(888) 300-1515 www.daveandbusters.
com
Who says going to the arcade is just for
kids?? Whether it’s video arcade classics like
Pop-A-Shot, Pac-Man, and Skee-Ball, or the
newest games in their Million Dollar Midway,
everyone in your group is guaranteed to have
a blast at Dave & Buster’s. Try one of its many
simulator experiences that put you right in the
action, challenge your friends on the arcade’s
two or four player games, or engage in 60
minutes of power hour video games. Add to
the mix a menu filled with juicy burgers, tasty
wings, classic American entrees along with
an unbeatable drink selection and you’ve got
yourself a perfect night out. No matter who’s
ready for fun—there’s something for everyone
at Dave & Buster’s!
BEST WATER SPORT
RENTAL
EMPIRE KAYAKS
4 Empire Blvd, Island Park
(516) 889-8300 www.empirekayaks.com
Situated on the water in Island Park, NY,
Empire Kayaks carries a complete line of top
quality SUP’s, kayaks and accessories for sale
and rent. Its waterfront location provides
access to sensational paddling. Experience
nature and wildlife from a new perspective as
you paddle the bays, creeks, and marshes of
Nassau County’s South Shore. Stop by Empire
Kayaks’ store for all your kayaking needs. Life
jackets, paddles, sprayskirts, racks, etc. Sales,
equipment, rentals, instruction and tours: they
have it all! In business since 1998, it is open
year round and conveniently located for all of
your most important water sport rental needs.
Nowhere else around prepares you for the
waters like Empire Kayaks!
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