Aviator Sports & Events Center – Marine Park
Floyd Bennett Field, 3159 Flatbush Avenue near the Belt Parkway
This massive athletic facility offers all kinds of sporty parties, from ice-skating to rock climbing, gymnastics, golf, and soccer. There's even a Tiny Tykes package aimed specifically at preschoolers. Basic packages include invitations, balloons, table covers, paper goods, food, and beverages.

Bounce your way to a happy birthday at BounceU.

BounceU – Dyker Heights
6722 Fort Hamilton Parkway near 67th Street
We've raved about this chain of indoor bounce gyms before and with good reason. There's all kinds of inflatable fun to be had here. The Premier Party lets up to 25 guests bounce, slide, and mess around for two hours and includes food, invitations, balloons, and goodie bags. Note: Parents are welcome to bounce, too, and often do, but you must include them in your headcount.

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Climb your way to the top at a birthday party at Brooklyn Boulders. 

Brooklyn Boulders – Gowanus
575 Degraw Street near Third Avenue
We're big fans of this dedicated rock climbing gym, which offers programs for kids, grown-ups, and families. Don't worry if your guests have never gone rock climbing. The staff works with all skill levels and makes sure everyone feels safe. An onsite party room allows you to refuel after your session.

Brooklyn Gymnastics Center – Bensonhurst
1635 Bath Avenue near Bay 13th Street
This serious gymnastics spot boasts top-notch equipment (balance beam, uneven bars, parallel bars, and an Air Trak), which are great for aspiring gymnasts. Packages include invitations, paper goods, pizza, soda, balloons, party favors, a souvenir T-shirt for the birthday kid, and a Carvel ice-cream cake.

Obstacle courses, a climbing wall, and parkour are just some of the activities offered for birthday parties at Everyday Athlete.

Everyday Athlete – Brooklyn Heights
130 Clinton Street and 153 Bridge Park Drive
This gym's two locations introduce kids to climbing, ninja obstacle courses, and parkour. A party package can get you exclusive use of their 4600-square-foot play area, plus food, paper goods, and party games.

Gymboree – Brooklyn
Visit the website for locations.
The last of the big play space chains has locations in Bay Ridge/Dyker Heights, Marine Park, and Park Slope. It also offers party packages for preschoolers. While most gym party places cater solely to the running and jumping set, Gymboree can accommodate new walkers and even cruisers.

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Dance and wiggle at a Kidville Birthday Party. 

Kidville – Brooklyn
Visit the website for locations.
This national chain of play spaces has two Brooklyn outposts in Carroll Gardens and Park Slope. The preschool set can pick from a variety of themes, like superhero, princess, trains, rock and roll, or a straight up gym party. Regardless of which one you choose, all options are active and engaging. Packages are all-inclusive.

The Little Gym – Brooklyn
Visit the website for locations.
With three borough locations in Bay Ridge/Bensonhurst, DUMBO, and Brooklyn Heights, this chain of kids' gyms offers all kinds of athletic parties, including gymnastics, karate, and dance for children up to age 12.

Ms. J's Gymnastics & Dance – Williamsburg
43 South First Street at Kent Avenue
At this popular local gym, children can tumble, flip, slide, jump, and climb under the supervision of professional instructors. There are a number of packages and parents have the option to just rent the space (available for members only) or book the all-inclusive package and have the staff do all the work.

My Gym  – Park Slope
367 Fifth Avenue between Fifth and Sixth Streets
Offering popular themes like Spiderman and Thomas the Train, this kid's gym is sure to please. Party celebrations include games, relays, rides, songs, puppets, and more. Beyond supervising the fun, the staff can also take care of paper goods, party favors, and food. 

NY Kids Club – Brooklyn
Visit the website for locations.
Like Kidville, NY Kids Club offers a variety of themes, including "animal planet" and "castles and kingdoms." One big difference: The spot hosts parties for children up to age 12, though it's probably best for younger kids.

Powerplay – Gowanus
432 Third Avenue between Seventh and Eighth Streets
This beloved Brooklyn gym offers party packages for toddlers, preschoolers, kids, and even adults. Choose from a variety of packages, including gymnastics, rock climbing, mini golf, or adventure challenge—you can even combine activities. Balloons, paper goods, pizza, and juice are included, but parents need to supply goodie bags and cake.

Recess – DUMBO
81 Washington Street
Birthday party packages include food, party favors, and access to the play area, with plenty of space for little ones to climb, run, jump, and slide. Add-ons like face painting, balloon animals, a bouncy house, and a magician are also available.

Streb the School – Williamsburg
51 North First Street between Kent and Wythe Avenues
The activities offered at this acrobatic dance school's parties differ from your usual usual running, jumping, and climbing. At Streb, kids can bounce off huge trampolines, do the flying trapeze, and learn patented Pop Action moves developed by choreographer Elizabeth Streb. Parents provide all the food, cake, beverages, and favors.

Check out our Party Guide for more awesome birthday bash ideas.

Photos courtesy the venues

This post originally published in 2013 is updated regularly. Katie Nave Freeman contributed additional reporting.