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BEST BATTING CAGE
CAGE-BASEBALL INC.
62-40 Metropolitan Ave, Middle Village
(718) 366-2122–www.thecagenyc.com
Looking for a great day activity with the kids,
or possibly a fun first date idea? Head out
to Middle Village and check out The Cage
Baseball batting cages! The Cage Baseball
will rent out batting cages in half hour and
hour increments, so you can practice that
major league swing for baseball or softball.
As a female-owned and operated business,
The Cage Baseball aims to show its passion
for baseball and softball both on and off the
field and does everything it can to service New
York City players. The Cage Baseball is open
7 days a week until 10 p.m. on week days and
9 p.m. on weekends, but be sure to make a
reservation before you show up and slug.“
BEST BICYCLE SHOP
BIKELANE BICYCLE STORE
8404, Jamaica Ave, Queens
(718) 441-4011–www.facebook.com/
bikelanebicyclestore
If you ask the staff at BikeLane Bicycle Store
in Woodhaven what makes it tick, it’s the
customers they serve every day. This small
business has operated in Woodhaven since
2013 and offers the best bicycle service
possible. It carries a variety of bicycle brands,
accessories and repairs. What really sets
the shop apart from the competition is its
dedication to educating 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
Grab your ball and lace up your shoes — it’s time
to roll a few frames at Whitestone Lanes! With
48 lanes of fun, Whitestone Lanes has quickly
become a staple within the Queens community.
Whether you’re playing a leisurely game with
friends or are looking to sharpen your skills,
Whitestone Lanes has everything you need to
leave no pin standing. Whitestone Lanes is open
late, so you can get your strikes and pick up your
spares on your own time. Be sure to swing by
their snack bar for something to munch on, which
you can actually do while bowling, as well as the
cocktail lounge for a drink to wash it down.
BEST BOXING GYM
BUTCH’S BOXING & MMA
203-18 35th Ave, Bayside
(646) 421-9749–www.ny-mma.com
When it comes to boxing gyms in the borough,
Butch’s Boxing & MMA takes the heavyweight
title. Butch’s gym features 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 pride themselves on bullyproof
training, which teaches your child how to
verbally diffuse the bully using worksheets
and role-playing. Butch’s Boxing & MMA’s
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
At The Dance Project in Whitestone, children
of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to
learn the basics of dancing and its respective
backgrounds. Your child can partake in group
and private tap, ballet, jazz and hip-hop
classes where the acclaimed instructors work
with them to reach their full potential. Since
1984, Queens residents have attended The
Dance Project to learn to dance in a warm and
nurturing environment. Children especially
love The Dance Project’s ability to make
dancing a highly fun and positive experience
they’ll be able to take with them for years to
come.
BEST CHILDREN’S
DANCE SCHOOL
THE DANCE PROJECT
150-47 Willets Point Blvd, Whitestone
(718) 353-2450–www.
danceprojectofwhitestone.com
Is your child suddenly developing an interest
in dancing? Allow them to hone those skills
at The Dance Project. Since 1984, The Dance
Project has been serving the Whitestone
community and beyond. Children of all ages
partake in tap, jazz, ballet and hip-hop classes
whether they’re a beginner or a pro. The
experienced staff is committed to making all
its students feel relaxed and focused while
simultaneously absorbing the history of dance.
Every student is welcomed into a warm and
nurturing environment which ultimately
lends itself to a positive and exciting dance
experience.
BEST CHILDREN’S
GYMNASTICS GYM
FOREST HILLS RHYTHMIC
GYMNASTICS
106-06, Queens Blvd, Forest Hills
(718) 813-1700–www.queensgymnastics.com
At Forest Hills Rhythmic Gymnastics, lessons
learned go beyond perfecting a tumble or
doing a plie. Children develop self-confidence,
discipline, willpower and passion in each
and every activity they participate in. From
the moment your child steps in to the studio,
instructors Mila and Alex are helping them
improve their flexibility and composure one
step at a time. Like a true rhythmic gymnastics
center, there’s no time for slacking off or
sitting on the sidelines. For your child to be
the best gymnast, they have to pay attention to
routine and work their very hardest to reach
their potential all while having fun and letting
loose.
BEST CHILDREN’S
PARTY PLACE
DREAM CITY
108-48, Queens Blvd, Forest Hills
(718) 880-2352–www.dreamcityfohi.com
Looking to celebrate your child’s birthday in
style? Dream City in Forest Hills is the place
to throw the best birthday party for your kids.
The party package at Dream City is one that is
hard to beat. Your child and their guests will
have the time of their lives playing on Dream
City’s many fun rooms that are complete with
swings, places to climb and explore and so
much more. It offers its space for play time for
the kids, decorations, a disco ball for a dance
party, a helpful staff to assist in set-up and
clean-up and so much more, plus add-ons like
its exclusive Dream City birthday cake and
food options for guests to enjoy.
BEST DANCE SCHOOL
FOR ADULTS
THE DANCE PROJECT
150-47 Willets Point Blvd, Whitestone
(718) 353-2450–www.
danceprojectofwhitestone.com
It is never too late to embark on a dancing
journey. At The Dance Project in Whitestone,
adults have the opportunity to indulge in all
things dance. From tap to jazz to hip-hop,
you’re able to move to the beat of your own
drummer. Yoga, meditation and body back
transformation classes are also offered to
those who desire a little mindfulness and
strength and conditioning to go along with
their dance lessons. You can even learn to
prepare for the “first dance,” as The Dance
Project offers wedding preparation lessons
for the dance imparied bride and groom to
move like royalty on the big day. Every student
is welcomed into a warm and nurturing
environment which lends itself to a positive
and exciting dance experience!
BEST GOLF COURSE
DOUGLASTON PARK GOLF COURSE
6320 Marathon Pkwy, Douglaston
(718) 224-6566–www.golfnyc.com
Queens is home to many great golf courses,
but few compare to the Douglaston Park
Golf Course. Formally known as North Hills
Country Club, the course became a municipal
course in the early 1960s. Its location provides
for picturesque views of the Manhattan skyline
as golfers soak in the fresh air and make that
hole-in-one! That isn’t all the Queens staple
offers though — there is also a wonderful
clubhouse that includes a lavish catering
facility and affordable memberships. Both
the clubhouse and the golf course underwent
a major renovation in 2004 by acclaimed
architect Stephen Kay. Once you visit the
course, it isn’t hard to see why Douglaston
is the number two overall best golf course in
New York City and the premier golf course
destination for Queens golfers!
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