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The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium adventure sports center in Kempsville, VA
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The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium

4.7(1,881 reviews)$$Trampoline Park
🕑 1.5-2.5 hours👶 Best for ages 5-14. Younger elementary-aged kids thrive on the trampolines and basic climbing areas, while tweens and teens love the competitive dodgeball games and more challenging obstacle courses. Children must typically be at least 4 years old and able to follow safety instructions.

About

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium is an indoor trampoline and adventure sports complex that turns active kids loose on wall-to-wall trampolines, challenging obstacle courses, and exciting climbing walls. With dodgeball courts and dedicated party spaces, this high-energy venue is perfect for burning off steam year-round, rain or shine.

Highlights

  • Wall-to-wall interconnected trampolines for freestyle jumping
  • Multi-level obstacle courses testing agility and coordination
  • Climbing walls with varying difficulty levels
  • Dodgeball courts for friendly family competition
  • Climate-controlled indoor environment perfect for any weather

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Purchase special grip socks at the facility or bring your own,regular socks aren't allowed on trampolines for safety reasons.
  2. 2.Visit on weekday afternoons (Wednesday-Thursday 12-3 PM) for smaller crowds and more space to jump freely.
  3. 3.Sign the online waiver before arriving to speed up check-in, especially important if you have multiple kids.
  4. 4.Bring water bottles as kids will get thirsty quickly, though drinks are also available for purchase on-site.
  5. 5.Consider booking during the first hour of opening for the cleanest facilities and freshest energy from staff.

Best Time to Visit

Weekday afternoons (Wednesday and Thursday from 12-3 PM) offer the least crowded experience. Saturday mornings right at 10 AM opening are also good for families who want space before the birthday party rush hits in the afternoon.

What to Know

Admission is typically charged per jumper by the hour, with special grip socks required (available for purchase if needed). The facility is located at the Virginia Aquarium complex, offering ample parking and the option to combine your visit with aquarium exploration.

Seasonal Notes

Being fully indoors, this venue is ideal year-round, especially valuable during hot Virginia summers and rainy days. Summer weekdays may see camp groups, so weekends might actually be better during June-August. The park is closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

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Nearby Eats

Chicho's Pizza & Subs (less than a mile away) offers quick, filling meals kids love. For healthier options, try Tropical Smoothie Café nearby for wraps and smoothies that refuel active kids after all that jumping.

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