2025 Family Favorites Winners - Activities & Lessons
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 theater lessons. Below are your 2025 Activities & Lessons winners.
Preschool
WINNER: Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Preschool
FUMC Preschool and Kindergarten offers preschool classes for children ages 2-5, as well as one half-day kindergarten class. Our students enjoy music and PE classes, daily recess on our outdoor playground, chapel services, and classroom experiences which include dramatic play, arts and crafts, math and science exploration, literacy activities, field trips, and other special events throughout the year. FUMC Preschool has happily served the Fredericksburg community for over 34 years.TOP PICKS
- Hazelwild Country Day Preschool
- Holy Cross Academy
- Fredericksburg Christian Schools
- Fredericksburg 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
- Celebree School of Stafford
- Hazelwild Country Day School
- Fredericksburg Parks & Rec
- Rappahannock Area YMCA
Private School
WINNER: St Patrick Catholic School
The mission of Saint Patrick Catholic School, rooted in the richness of Catholic tradition, is to provide a Christ-centered learning environment, leading our students to do God’s will in this world. Recognizing that our students are unique creations of God that are blessed with special talents and gifts, we strive to empower them to become active and creative 21st century learners.TOP PICKS
- Fredericksburg Christian Schools
- Fredericksburg Academy
- Brompton Community School
- Holy Cross Academy
Theater Classes
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
- CYT Fredericksburg
- STEP VA
- Fredericksburg Studio of the Arts
Dance Studio
WINNER: Fredericksburg Ballet Centre
More than just ballet! FBC offers professional dance instruction for all ages and abilities, helping you achieve your dance goals.TOP PICKS
- Virtuous Dance Center
- Avery Ballet
- Polaris Dance Institute
- Stafford Dance Company
Child Care Center
WINNER: Celebree School of Stafford
Celebree School of Stafford offers a nurturing,
safe environment for early childhood education,
fostering creativity, curiosity, and social skills
through engaging programs that support every
child’s growth and development.
TOP PICKS
- The Goddard School of Fredericksburg
- Kids' Station Powered by Kindercare
- Massad Family YMCA
Gymnastics
WINNER: Paragon Gymnastics
Paragon Gym for Kids has served our community since 1993. We offer gymnastics
classes for children of all ages, Ninja classes for boys and girls, tumbling and trampoline classes, girls’ and boys’ competitive gymnastics, open gym, birthday parties,
school break camps, and special events.
TOP PICKS
- Stafford County Gymnastics
- Spotsylvania Parks & Recreation
Music Lessons
WINNER: Yamaha Music School
The Yamaha Music School in Fredericksburg, VA, is located
at 207 William St. It’s part of the Yamaha Music Education
System, which focuses on music education for students
ages three and up, emphasizing foundational musical skills
and ear training.
TOP PICKS
- The Music Studio
- KBI Music Shoppe
- Creative Music Academy
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
- Jett Martial Arts
- Majest Martial Arts
- Spotsylvania Parks & Rec
Art Classes
WINNER: Art Time 4 Kids
As we celebrate ten years of business, Art
Time 4 Kids thanks all the local parents who
support Art and Music Education. Our incredible staff make it possible to offer 28 weekly
classes for ages 0 through 16 years old!
TOP PICKS
- Liberty Town Arts Workshop
- Pots & Palettes
- Wine & Design Fredericksburg
- Bad Truck Pottery
Tutoring
TIE WINNER: Central Rappahannock Library
Live online tutoring at librarypoint.org/tutor,
available 7 days a week, 2:00-11:00. On-demand
tutoring, homework help, test preparation, and
writing assistance, with many services in Spanish
for all subjects. No appointment necessary!
TIE WINNER: Parrish Learning Zone
Parrish Learning Zone is an educational center that
provides personalized tutoring and academic support to students in grades K-12. We focus on building skills, confidence, and success through tailored
instruction and enrichment programs.