Activities and lessons are at the heart of a fun, imaginative childhood. In Fredericksburg, we have everything from martial arts and yoga to art, music and theatre lessons. Below are your 2023 Activities & Lessons winners.

 

PRESCHOOL

WINNER: Lighthouse Academy of Fredericksburg

The Lighthouse Academy was established to protect, love, respect, and appreciate the learning capacity and human potenti al of every child who walks through our doors.

TOP PICKS

• Fredericksburg Academy
• Hazelwild Country Day Preschool
• Holy Cross Academy
• Fredericksburg Christian Schools

PRIVATE SCHOOL

WINNER: Fredericksburg Academy

Premier private education for ages 3 through grade 12 featuring:

• small class size with individualized instruction
• nature-based learning on 44 acres
• experiential travel and dynamic field experiences
• challenging, college-preparatory curriculum

TOP PICKS

• Fredericksburg Christian School
• Saint Patrick Catholic School
• Brompton Community School
• Holy Cross Academy

DAY CAMP

WINNER: Master Y.J. Kim’s Martial Arts Center

We want to give a huge thank you to our community, especially our taekwondo family, for your continued support. You are the reason we do what we do!

TOP PICKS

• Fredericksburg Academy
• Fredericksburg Parks & Rec.
• CYT Fredericksburg
• Rappahannock Area YMCA

 

THEATER CLASSES

TIE-WINNER: CYT Fredericksburg

Christian Youth Theater (CYT) of Fredericksburg is an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4-18 providing classes, camps and on-stage opportunities for over 15 years.

TIE-WINNER: Riverside Center for the Performing Arts

Riverside Center’s illustrious stage has been the site for over 100 mainstage musical and dramatic productions, and more than 120 musical adaptations of popular children’s stories for our Children’s Theatre.

TOP PICKS

• Stage Door Productions
• STEP VA
• Hazelwild Country Day School

 

DANCE STUDIO

TIE-WINNER: CYT Fredericksburg

Christian Youth Theater (CYT) of Fredericksburg is an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4-18 providing classes, camps and on-stage opportunities for over 15 years.

TIE-WINNER: Fredericksburg Ballet Centre

FBC’s mission is to provide a carefully planned environment where students can pursue their personal dance goals under the guidance of highly-trained professionals.

TOP PICKS

• Academy of Ballet
• Avery Ballet
• Creative Movement

 

CHILD CARE CENTER

TIE-WINNER: Kids’ Station

At Kids’ Station, powered by KinderCare, everyone belongs in our circle. Every day, our teachers work hard to build children’s confidence, while ensuring they can learn and grow in a safe and fun environment.

TIE-WINNER: Minnieland Academy

Minnieland Academy is committed to supporting families and children throughout the communities of Virginia. We provide engaging educational experiences for infants through school-age children that meet their emotional, physical, social and intellectual needs.

TOP PICKS

• The Merit School at the Castle
• The Good Shepherd Preschool and Day Care
• Rappahannock Area YMCA
• Faith Baptist Childcare

 

GYMNASTICS

WINNER: Paragon Gym for Kids

Paragon Gym For Kids offers gymnastics classes to children of all ages, ninja classes for boys and girls, tumbling and trampoline classes, boys and girls competitive gymnastics team, birthday parties, open gym, summer camps, field trips and homeschool open gym.

TOP PICKS

• Stafford Gymnastics & Rec Center
• Rappahannock Area YMCA
• Spotsylvania Parks & Recreation
• The Gymnastics Barn

 

MUSIC LESSONS

WINNER: Bang! Music Store

We are an independent, locally owned and operated, full-line music store servicing the I-95 corridor between Richmond and Washington, DC.

TOP PICKS

• Harmony Kids
• Zachary Ware Percussion Lessons
• KBI Music Shoppe
• Fredericksburg Area Young Musicians
• Melodious Music Studios

 

ART CLASSES

WINNER: Wine & Design Art Buzz Kids

Wine & Design is the perfect place to unwind and have fun. We offer a range of affordable private and public paint-and-sip parties for all ages, groups and talents. From girls' nights out to birthday parties, work events to date nights, Wine & Design has you covered.

TOP PICKS

• Pots & Palettes
• Art Time 4 Kids
• Figure 8 Ink Studios
• Liberty Town Arts Workshop

 

MARTIAL ARTS

WINNER: Master Y.J. Kim’s Martial Arts Center

We are honored to have been voted a winner of the Family Favorite Award in two different categories for several years. We want to give a huge thank you to our community, especially our taekwondo family for your continued support.

TOP PICKS

• Spotsylvania Parks & Rec
• Wall 2 Wall Martial Arts
• Jett Martial Arts
• Mountain Kim Martial Arts

 

TUTORING

WINNER: Sylvan Learning Center

We are honored for this recognition. At Sylvan Learning of Stafford, Fredericksburg and King George, we’re focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning—all of which make a big impact in school and in life.

TOP PICKS

• Parrish Learning Zone
• Learning Enhancement Centers
• Mathnasium
• Central Rappahannock Regional Library