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    Activate Hoover

    4.9 (13 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Lathan B.

    I enjoy a place where I can bring out the inner child in me and this place definitely allowed me to do just that lol. I discovered this place about 2 months ago but finally made it my point make a reservation. You can attend by yourself but I highly recommend to attend with a group of friends, it is way more fun.

    Ashley S.

    If you love competitive, interactive games then make sure you stop by Activate ! When I say this place will remind you if you are in shape or not... whew!! We came here as a team building exercise and we definitely bonded (lol). We played all sorts of games from basketball to hide and seek (lol) to jumping on colored squares. This place is for all ages and could also be great for date night. Just remember to wear closed toe shoes and athletic wear and get ready to sweat and you'll do just fine. They have different levels from easy to hard so don't feel like you have to be in shape to have a great time. The staff was super nice and patient with us as they were explaining how Activate works and the place was super clean. And for us to get there early, it was quite a few people there, so keep that in mind when trying to determine what time to go. But they have so many rooms that we only had to wait for a few minutes to play a game. I hope Activate opens in different cities across the state so other people can experience how much fun we had. Can't wait to come back!!

    Clarissa D.

    This place is so much fun!!! I would definitely recommend it for all ages (kids may need to be with an adult for some games though). Everything is well put together and there are so many game options for each room and different puzzles. Its around $20 for the week and $25 for the weekend which is very reasonable. They give you lockers and you also have to sign a waiver before you go in. You are given a wristband that allows you in to each game and it automatically keeps score for you that is presented on a screen out in the lobby area. The workers also give you instructions and a small tour before your first game. Very helpful. Its perfect for a date night. I will be back here.

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    So much fun!! Great workout. Awesome idea for date night!! Great price point as well. Super fun and would definitely go again!

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    super fun and clean! im a teen so not many things are super stimulating for me, but i went to activate and it was sooo much fun!

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