Scramble Parkour
Rating
Family of 4
Approximately $50-70 for a family of 4.
Duration
1.5-2.5 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 2 and up
About
Scramble Parkour in Arlington's Shirlington neighborhood occupies a specific niche in the DC-area family activity landscape: a parkour and movement gym designed explicitly for kids. This is different from a standard trampoline park or indoor playground — the space and programming are built around movement skills like jumping, vaulting, climbing, and balance rather than passive bouncing or themed equipment.
For kids who've outgrown soft play gyms but aren't old enough for adult fitness facilities, Scramble fills a gap. The open gym format lets children work on movement challenges at their own comfort level, while structured classes provide instruction in parkour fundamentals. The athletic framing tends to appeal to kids who feel too mature for 'playground' language.
The Shirlington location is convenient for Arlington and south-of-DC families, with access from I-395 and the Shirlington bus transit hub. The broader Shirlington Village area has excellent dining for a pre- or post-visit meal.
Scramble also operates an Alexandria location (also listed in this directory) for families in the Alexandria corridor. Check goscramble.com for both locations' schedules, pricing, and current programming.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Limited
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings or early afternoons for the quietest experience
Wait Times
Minimal wait; drop-in friendly
Nearby Food
Shirlington Village (about 1 mile) has excellent dining: Busboys and Poets, Capital City Brewing, and numerous other restaurants in this walkable neighborhood.
Why Kids Love It
Scramble in Arlington's Shirlington neighborhood is a parkour and movement gym designed for kids — a somewhat rarer category that specifically appeals to kids who love climbing, jumping, and acrobatic movement. The open gym format lets kids work on skills at their own level, from basic jumping through more advanced parkour techniques. Kids who feel like traditional indoor playgrounds are for younger kids tend to respond well to the more athletic framing of a parkour gym.
What Parents Say
“My two year old son and I visited last week to check out the new toddler section by the cafe.”
Pro Tips from Parents
- Scramble is a parkour/movement gym — different from a standard indoor playground or trampoline park
- Both Arlington (Shirlington) and Alexandria locations exist under the Scramble brand — confirm which location you want
- Best for kids with physical curiosity and interest in movement sports
- Classes and open gym times both available — check goscramble.com for the schedule
- Shirlington neighborhood location near I-395 — easy access for Arlington and south DC families
What to Bring
- Comfortable athletic clothing
- Sneakers with grip
- Water bottles
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Approximately $50-70 for a family of 4.
Check goscramble.
com for current pricing.
Tips to Save
- Check goscramble.
- com for any punch card or membership options if you plan to return.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 9AM-8PM
- Monday
- 9AM-6PM
- Sunday
- 9AM-6PM
- Tuesday
- 9AM-6PM
- Saturday
- 9AM-8PM
- Thursday
- 9AM-6PM
- Wednesday
- 9AM-6PM