The Directory

A space for breath, movement, and connection. Scott’s Addition

The 43rd Street Festival of the Arts is a juried fine arts and craft show featuring 75+ local and regional artisans, music and food. The annual festival is organized with the help of the neighborhood pottery studio, 43rd Street Studio and others.

Clay community in the Southside of RVA. Memberships, classes, events and pottery sales.

804 Dance Place is Hanover, Glen Allen and Ashland’s favorite dance studio located in the NorthCross Center off of Lakeridge Parkway.

All Brands Sewing Center has always been a family affair. Since 1965, Mom and Dad worked hard to provide the community with top-of-the-line sewing machines and vacuum cleaners, and the service expertise to back them up. When they retired, the sisters picked up right where they left off and with Gayla leading the way, our love of sewing grew into a sewing store full of creativity that is still blooming today.

Building bright futures for children through language and culture since our founding.

Our music teachers focus on individual attention and lessons that are tailored to your particular skill level and personal preferences.

A ceramic studio in RVA’s East End, located in the School House at Artisan Hill. We offer clay classes, events, membership, & more.

Family Fun and Things To Do With Kids in RVA! Visit our website for the single most comprehensive guide in Richmond and the surrounding counties!

The Discovery Center at Stony Point™ is Richmond’s hub for AI readiness, chess programs, STEAM learning, and family events. We offer year-round enrichment, tournaments, discovery zones, teacher PD, and seasonal camps where learning feels like play.

Come learn a new skill with other fellow crafters and relax with a fun class! Enjoy a more structured, creative experience with instructor-led classes where you will focus on creating a project in longer crafting sessions.

Elevated crafting workshops where creativity meets connection
Pop-ups and private gatherings in RVA.

Honcho is a pickleball community that is accessible to anyone and everyone. Whether it’s your first game or your 100th win, Honcho’s community is there to help you get to the next level and have a blast while doing it. The court is calling!

Honcho Pickleball League is played indoors at Performance Pickleball. Players get scheduled weekly court time, organized matchups, and a clear season format without having to coordinate games from scratch. Register for Honcho Pickleball League today.

Register for the Richmond league here.

JRW is a literary nonprofit in Richmond. We build community by inspiring and connecting writers and word lovers.

KYTRG Mission statement – Rope is for EveryBody.
Safe, Inclusive, Rope Education in Richmond, Va.

At Let’s Mahj RVA, we believe in the power of connection. Whether you’re a total beginner or have a few games under your belt, you’re invited to take a seat at our table. Here, mahjong is more than a pastime- it’s a shared experience, a space to unwind, laugh, grow and belong.

We’re building a community of women in Richmond who are ready to learn, play, and connect- one tile at a time.

United by the Beat. Join us in the heart of Richmond’s historic Shockoe Bottom for a monthly celebration of Latin dance. Every 3rd Saturday, 4-7pm.

We focus on intentional movement with alignment-based cueing and class formats that are designed to focus on form and precision. We offer Pilates classes and private sessions using a variety of exercises and equipment, from mat Pilates to apparatus Pilates. The Niche community is inclusive, supportive, and excited to see you reach your own unique movement goals.

A community-oriented padel & pickleball club, and your new third place in downtown RVA.

Passion Fiber Club is a place for ALL fiber artist.

Building confidence and independence in students with disabilities through evidence-based instruction | Now enrolling!

Performance Pickleball RVA (PPBRVA) is the premier pickleball facility in the Richmond, VA area designed for players of all ages and skill levels. It offers 12 indoor courts with 6 outdoor courts on the way. Plus, leagues, clinics, instruction, events, and community programming.

A creative studio for kids & grownups!
Craft Classes + Clubs + Birthdays + Events
Located in New Kent & RVA

Plant Store & Terrarium Workshop
Sun to Thurs 11A-6P
Wed CLOSED
Fri 11A-8P
Sat 10A-8P
3356 W Moore St, Richmond, VA 23230

RVA’s only non-alcoholic bottle shop carrying NA wines, beers, spirits, THC, Kava, & functional products with mood-enhancing ingredients. Women owned.

A friendly, welcoming shop for anyone who creates with fabric. We now offer long-arm quilting services. Make every day a quilting adventure!

Looking for a place to shoot pool in the River City? Lucky for you, RIC Today has compiled a few options in our pocket.

RichMahj offers numerous mahjong classes and events that fit whatever you have planned, parties, girls nights, private and group lessons, team building and fundraising events! There are multiple packages to choose from, read the details below and book today!

Events and lessons hosted in the Richmond, VA area.

The City of Richmond loves our public pools. We’re the only municipality in our region to offer free outdoor and indoor public pools for our community members to gather, play, and learn to swim.  

The Richmond Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer-based program trains citizens to prepare for and respond to emergencies in your community. The City of Richmond is a component of the national Citizen Corps Program, which aims to make communities safer, stronger and better prepared through education, training and volunteer service. On the local level, the City of Richmond CERT program maintains the City’s commitment to safe communities. Training is free.

A clay studio to bridge the gap between the accessibility of community education and the quality of higher education.

An inclusive fiber arts group in Richmond, Virginia. Come join us on Facebook to find out about upcoming events!

Supporting and promoting the sport of tennis among adults and juniors in the Richmond area.

Riverside Camps & Climbing provides outdoor adventure programming, youth summer camps, and professional arborist training in Richmond.

RVA Bachata was born out of our love of dancing and our belief in the importance of community. Every Thursday night 7-11 at the Lilly Pad.

Queer social group in Richmond, Virginia hosting free crafting events and a monthly crochet/knit circle. Take a break and create.

“From shared stories comes a better understanding of our communities and each other.”

RVA R+W offers writing groups, book clubs, social events, and more.

We are blending the ancient movements of Yoga and the hard science of Physical Therapy to Treat Pain, Prevent Injury & Transition you to a Safe, Active Lifestyle. There is NOTHING like bodyweight challenges to promote lifelong strength, mobility, endurance & function.

A new sewing club.

“I want to learn to sew”
join the club!

Bring your old shoes and give them the glow-up they deserve! In this hands-on UPCYCLING workshops, you’ll transform tired footwear into bold, eye-catching fashion using foil leaf techniques for a stunning shine effect.

SPARC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1981 and is one of the nation’s most comprehensive, community-based youth performing arts education organizations. We provide an atmosphere where creative expression flourishes, meaningful connections are built, and individuality is celebrated.

Performing arts programs ages 4-18. Open to all. Celebrating creative expression, meaningful connections, individuality, & inclusion.

Ice Cream Making Workshop. Create Your Own Ice Cream Flavor.

Indoor Golf Course. The industry leader in player development—featuring simulators & state of the art strength training.

Climbing, fitness, & yoga.

Universal Arts Teaching Gallery supports regional artists through inclusive instruction, exhibitions, and advocacy.

Authentic Argentinian Tango
Serving #RVA #Cville #Virginia + Beyond
Sign up for Group Classes, Private Lessons + Events

The Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts) has helped adults and children explore their creativity and make art since 1963. Each year, the organization touches the lives of more than 50,000 people through its classes, exhibitions, community programs, camps, and special events.

WeeWheel is a cycling league & team for kids ages 2-12 years old located in Richmond, VA. From balance bikes to pedals, we work with all abilities. No matter if your kiddo is learning to ride for the first time, or is shredding big trails – there is a team for everyone.

Our membership offers flexible scheduling, parent app, free races, and more!