Choosing to learn how to ride at Woodpecker Farm has been one of the best decisions that I have…read moremade. Over the course of 2 1/2 years, Elizabeth and Beth have taught not only taught me how to ride but they have taught me how to be a good horsewoman. Since learning to ride, I have made many new friends and feel like part of the Woodpecker Family. As an adult student, riding a 1000lb animal can be pretty scary and they have helped me overcome my fears and become a more confident equestrian.

We LOVE Woodpecker Farm! The facility is clean, secure, spacious and well maintained. Our horses…read moreare meticulously cared for- and so are we as clients! My kids have been riding here for years and my daughter recently received a college scholarship for riding- I give the owner, Beth, so much credit for her dedication and attention to building up her skills over the years. She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind and attentive. I highly recommend Woodpecker Farm.

My son's did a workshop here and they could not have loved it more! My boys are 5 and very active,…read moreso I was concerned about how they would be able to sit through a session, but the chef held their attention the entire time. This was over a week ago and they are still raving about it. Also the food that they made was delicious and it inspired them to eat vegetables! We will definitely be back.

We took the kids there on Friday. Sometimes they have free classes for kids where they teach them a…read morefew cooking skills and give them free samples of food. Such a great idea. Get them involved in cooking young so they can help in the kitchen later. Anyhow they made cinnamon and sugar dog shaped bones (for ppl not made for dogs). They gathered flour in a cup. Idk u gwt a huge cupful thats overflowing and to tap it three times to get air pockets out and then go across it with a knife or something similar to get rid of extra flour and get a nice evening cup of flour. They loved that and my 4 year old ended up with flour all over her pants. SHE REALLY GOT INTO IT. LOL. Then to complete the dog biscuits they rolled dough, pressed the dog shaped biscuit cookie cutter into the dough and added a few swipes of butter to coat it and added a pinch of cinnamon and sugar and since its just a,short class, they let them try samples of them they had already baked. Next station was strawberries with mascapone icing. They used a straw to push out the stem and then cut it in half and added icing. Oh man think that was the favorite station for all three of my kiddos. My 4 year old was like, "mmmm." Hehe. The other two kids inhaled it without much talking which means it was agreeable to their sometimes fussy pallets. You know how kids are if ur a parent or nanny. FUSSY. LOL. NEXT and final station was biscuit/croissant making. It was equivalent to making Pillsbury dough biscuits but way cooler. They told them ingredients used to make dough, played with flour and made a cup of flour again as before, rolled out dough again, rolled into a small crossaint, buttered it and added spices to it. If there has been time to make it they would have done something for 8 mins I think. Idk what temperature tho. They tried yet another sample. Seriously I can't rave about this place enough. Staff was amazing. The bakers/employees hired are professional to be on TV, super helpful and FUN. They have cooking classes for like $30/kid or $99 for monthly classes I think she said. Not sure of exactly details but that's what I gathered. Take your kids there, you won't regret it and your kids will love it!!!!

STEM Central Va. is an amazing learning experience for any child. The instructors are…read moreknowledgeable, informative and caring, teaching the children science, technology, engineering with math in many formats. My son comes home from camp every day with new skills learned and new ideas formed. His creativity sky-rockets when surrounded with technology and with teacher's who encourage his left brain ideas. Fiv e star rating seems too little...

Rockit Sports allowed my team to come in and hold pregame shootaround before the State Championship…read moregame. Great customer service and wonderful facility.

RockIt sports was a great host for our basketball team. they sincerely took care of us and exceeded…read moreall our needs. we appreciate their time and efforts to make a it world class environment for young athletes.

We have been twice now, each time we come to Virginia we will be using them for trail rides. Their…read morehorses are so well loved (spoiled in the best way) which leads me to feel so incredibly safe riding up and down hills on their horses. My two young children are also able to ride the solo without a worry. It's extremely easy to book and a great price for an hour and a half ride. The staff also are so easy going and fun to chat with along the trail. My kids always say this is the best part of visiting Virginia.

Leslie and our other sweet guide were amazing and the conversation was great - the scenery was…read moregorgeous and serene. The horses are well cared for and gentle. We can't wait to return in the spring !

Outstanding place to learn how to ride AND to care for horses…read more My daughter began taking lessons over 8 years ago and not only has she learned how to ride, she learned how to be a great horsewoman as well, thanks to Colleen. The barn is a great mix of boarders and lesson riders, adult riders and kid riders, riders who show, riders who don't. Everyone is welcome. You just have to love horses.

I loved horseback riding as a kid, so when I signed my children up (10 & 5) for lessons at Fox…read morePointe Farm, I signed up too. They have schooling horses for any level of riding and offer affordable private, group and boarder lessons. Colleen helped me find and purchase my childhood dream, my perfect horse!

On behalf of myself and my group, this was one of the best Richmond experiences we've ever had…read more Collin was our guide and it could not have been any more fun. Not only did he help with any slight nervousness we had but he also was so attentive towards my amputee fiancé on our first time white water rafting. Needless to say, this was absolutely amazing and we will be back

Me, wife, and 2 daughters (16 & 11) went the last week of July '25 and it was a great time. I never…read moreknew there was rafting in Richmond but will def be going back for a quick trip on the water that is quite fun. Tom was our guide, Hailey, was the other rafts guide, and both were awesome. Tom knew so much about the area history and is very experienced guiding. Such an easy trip to make with fun rapids (III's and sometimes IV's). I'm sure all the guides are great, but we will ask for Tom and Hailey first next trip. Pretty impressed with this outfit. (Wish they had more merch to purchase though, just imo).

Both my children have been a part of this studio for two months, attending about two times a week…read more Since the beginning they have been very motivated to earn their belts and they have enjoyed the exercise. I have also noticed how much they focus on the values that Rise teaches - respect, leadership, politeness - which I see them practicing at home. I have caught both of them practicing at home and tell others about what they are doing. Both of them attended on a full day experience when school was closed and they were both excited to be a part of that experience, when I asked them about their favorite part of the day, they both answered the LESSON!! I highly recommend as the staff has been very supportive and connected with the kids, which has been a great experience.

my girls have gotten so much out of attending these classes. Not just learning a skill but also…read morereinforcing the things we tTy to teach them at home, respect, self-gratification, confidence, ect. They are having fun and learning life skills too.

Great summer camp experience for my son! My son just finished his 5th year at Camp Varsity and he…read moreabsolutely loves it. He talks about it all year long and can't wait to go back. This camp is did everyone. The campers have activity packed days filled with swimming, competitions and a weekly day long special trip. My son has climbed Old Rag, swam in the Rapidan, fished and many other things. This camp is simple and fun. No cell phones. Highly recommend this camp.

Summer camp is done right at Camp Varsity. Our kids enjoy every aspect of their experience there…read more Multiple daily activities, games, crafts, hikes, stories, horse-back rides, seeing nature in all its glory and of course, playing in the lake! The staff is incredible... welcoming each week's campers and making every camper feel welcome and help to build the anticipation of endless fun. With no electronics and only "snail-mail" to keep in touch, the kids really get a chance to develop independence and build life-long friendships. Our kids are always exhausted and full of stories when we pick them up...and they never want to leave!!! The owners grew up going to CV and are committed to continuing its traditions...and enhancing the camp experience for the future. We'll always take our kids here (330 miles away by the way)! CV!!!