We love it here! I've been riding since I was 5 years old (I'm almost 40 now) and a few years ago…read moremy daughter and I began riding at JREC Riding School together. I've been consistently happy with their instruction style, horses, knowledge, and programs overall. I can't imagine riding anywhere else. The horses are all incredibly well cared for and LOVED, and each receives personalized care depending on it's needs. It warrants mentioning: I saw a very old review posted to Yelp that sounded horrible (from 2012 by a Janet C.). That review does NOT match what goes on at JREC. I can only guess that the reviewer MUST have be referring to a different location, and got confused when posting on here. Or perhaps there was a different owner/operator of the barn at that time, but that is not a reflection of the Riding School at JREC today.

Our family has been coming here for years and we love it! The riding lessons are informative and…read morefun and the staff goes above and beyond to work with each rider individually as needed. We do the weekly riding lessons (every Tuesday) and participate in the family-friendly competitions throughout the year. One other thing worth mentioning is that all of the horses are happy, clean, and healthy. They are extremely well-cared for! It's amazing to see the relationships that the horses develop with each person. It's a great place.

Art Adventures has two locations: this one and one in Chester and they offer fun art classes for…read moreall ages, beginning with Pre-K through adult. A friend of mine, who is a talented artist and paints on silk, is on the staff and I believe all the instructors are working artists. One of the best features of these classes is that everyone gets one-on-one instruction, and it's all about fun and expressing your creativity so nobody feels self conscious. There are a variety of classes to choose from and they do summer camps for kid as well.

Communication about classes was flaky at best when trying to enroll my son. I heard from someone…read morethey are going out of business due to the owners personal issues. Don't waste your time.

It was the perfect place to spend a cold morning and catch up with a friend. I had heard of the…read moreplayroom for kids 2-5 and we met there in late morning and got spots for our kiddos. The decaf peppermint mocha iced latte I got was very good and reasonably priced. My total with the $8 playroom fee was around $13. I usually spend that much at other coffee shops! I will be back for more than the playroom!

I will have a party here any day. The hostesses here were 100% hands on. All I did was bring the…read moredecorations and food I wanted, but I didn't even have to do that. They have supplies and partner with a pizzeria nearby. I'm extra and so is my child. She wanted a "Mermaid Glow Dance Party". This venue has the glow dance party down to a science. They allowed me to bring my own ballon theme in, but they also have ballon options as an add on. Booking was EASY, but the best part for me was when I dropped everything off the morning of the party (because they set everything up for you), and ordered from the cafe. Their muffins. . . SO good. They have lots of other options in the café also. All I can sum it up with is you have to look at their website and visit their cafe. They have SO much to offer, including cookie decorating, camps during breaks, and so much more. The best venue I've ever used and was definitely worth the price.

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).

The experience was super thrilling and entertaining. The rapids were amazing on our Lower Rapids…read moreride!! Ty, our guide, made it more enjoyable and interesting -- but don't plan on staying dry!

My 5 year old started at VIGS about 4 months ago. We ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! Since we are homeschooling…read morethis year we were able to join a class at a discounted rate which an awesome surprise. I am personally not a fan of sports activities after 5pm so the 1:15pm class is perfect for us. The instructors have all been great with the kids. I did prefer the class when it was a bit smaller but who can blame all these kids for wanting to come here! (They also added another instructor when the class got bigger.) It's not just kids running around here, they are learning real technique & get a serious workout while having fun. I definitely recommend VIGS! PS. For anyone worried about Covid they follow all reccomendations. Masks, temperature checks, distancing, & they sanitize between each session.

I have been beyond frustrated with my experience at VIGS. They have recently switched to a new…read moreonline registration system, which even their office manager admits is frustratingly difficult. Your kids are auto-enrolled in each subsequent 5-week session prior to the current session ending. They refuse to offer a refund for a 5 week session that 2 of my kids were auto enrolled in. They will not allow the payment to be applied to a different session or summer camp. Their online system does not keep track of unused sessions for make-up purposes. Customer service is not even on their radar here - staff is openly rude. Choose a better option for gymnastics for your kids! We've had a great experience at CORE Kids Academy!

The staff is so friendly and truly care about the kids. The gym is kept clean and I feel totally…read moresafe having my daughter go without potentially getting sick. This is such a gem for kids and has helped build my daughter's confidence in her physical development.

I took my 13 month old son here to visit and wow I loved it. I did the free trial for a day for $10…read moreto see how I liked it. Honestly it exceeded my expectations. Very clean place. All foam flooring. The only thing I would've preferred to make things perfect would be to have some toys or something for babies to interact with. My son got bored quickly because he can't walk or get into the equipment without help so all he can do is crawl around. Maybe some sensory things out for babies to find and explore. This would've made me get a membership but since it didn't I'm still on the hunt for another indoor play place. Edit 5/19/2023: I have found the perfect place I was looking for. Highly recommend Richmond children's museum. Lots of fun things for baby to get into. This place is more of a safe gym for kids.

I absolutely love Ms. Manaly at The Learning Experience! I'm convinced she's part chef, part…read moresuperhero, and part toddler whisperer. She wears many hats and somehow manages to handle them all with professionalism, patience, and genuine love for the children. I can truly see her passion in everything she does, from preparing balanced meals for the infants and toddlers to nurturing and caring for each child as if they were her own. The kids light up around her, and honestly, I think my daughter Rain, might love her cooking more than her parents' home-cooked meals! It takes a special person to make sure little ones are fed well, cared for emotionally, and still keep a smile on their face all day. Ms. Manal is truly one of the hearts of TLE. Her warmth, kindness, and dedication do not go unnoticed. Please keep her forever because the kids would probably organize a toddler protest without her! Well done, Ms. Manal you are appreciated more than you know! Shaka

This childcare is awesome. The director Ms. Heather is very caring, and so knowledgeable, it is…read moreimpressive. The school is so clean, bright colors, and those characters on the wall are so cute. My son always has a smile and he is always happy to go every morning. This is a great place for your kiddos.

My daughter attended Kiddie Academy for 3 years. First at their Woodlake location then transferred…read moreto their Watkins location once they opened. The staff has always been attentive, caring & knowledgeable in their childcare practices. I cannot express how grateful I am to them in how they nurtured my kiddo and made her feel safe during these developmental years.

From the owner: Kiddie Academy of Midlothian - Watkins, an educational daycare in Midlothian, offers age-specific…read morechild care programs. Our flexible, standard-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life. We pride ourselves in providing a daycare that focuses on developing positive character traits for kids, while providing a nurturing learning environment. Our programs can range from infant and toddler to kindergarten and school age. Read our child care reviews, take a virtual tour and learn more about Kiddie Academy to find the best "daycare near me" for you and your child.