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Laugh, Learn & Play Daycare Services
Welcome to Laugh, Learn & Play (LLP) – the kid-friendly gym with childcare services exclusive to members at The St. James Flagship, Springfield, VA. While you work out, your kids can experience our 1,725 square-foot play space with a small climbing wall, basketball hoop, arts and crafts, and arrays of colorful class programs.
Hours + Information
- Childcare is available for members only, ages 8 weeks to 11 years.
- Open Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Saturday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Sunday 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
- Each child may stay for up to 3 hours daily.
- We offer two classes every weekday. Please sign up through the app before drop-off. Classes have age limits of 0–1, 2–4, or 4–11. Children must meet the age requirement, be signed up, and arrive on time.
- Arts and crafts take place around 10am on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
- STEM lessons are offered on Wednesdays at 10am and 5pm.
- Read-aloud sessions are held twice daily.
Reservations
- Reservations are required for children younger than the age of one. We limit 3 infants at a time. Reserve online, through The St. James app, or call 703.239.6936. Please book three slots if staying for three hours.
- Children older than one year do not need a reservation. Room capacity is 30. Please arrive early if you have a group class or training appointment to ensure you aren't delayed.
- Member trial visits must be arranged in advance with our sales team. Guests are welcome at a rate of $25 per visit if space is available.
Childcare Programs
At Laugh, Learn & Play, kids are encouraged to discover their passions, meet new friends, and keep their bodies and minds active! Our class series is updated frequently to provide ample opportunities to try different sports, activities, and hobbies. Most classes are geared towards ages 4-11, though younger kids are welcome with a parent present, if approved by the instructor and based on skill ability and safety.
Check in and drop off with be in Laugh, Learn & Play, and staff will escort the class to each venue. (Please note: Parents will need to bring their child to the venue if they arrive late and the class has already departed. We are unable to accept arrivals who are more than 15 minutes late.)
Monday
Super Squash
- Ages 4 - 11
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Introduce your child to one of the most prestigious sports, SQUASH! Squash originated in England and will help your child learn reaction time, agility, and strength, all while having fun and burning energy!
Tuesday
Physical Education
- Ages 0 - 1 (with parent)
- 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM
You're never too young for group fitness! One of our amazing group fitness instructors is bringing the fun for babies in this stroller stride class that's mommy and me style. Mommys get toned while their babies take a ride!
Wednesday
Mommy & Me Dance
- Ages 2 - 4 (with parent)
- 11:00 AM - 11:35 AM
One of our fabulous group fitness instructors will get you and your child moving and grooving in this mommy and me style toddler dance class!
Thursday
Physical Education
- Ages 4 - 11
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
One of your child's favorite school specials is being hosted here at STJ! Help your child develop their active lifestyle by signing up for this fun and engaging class. They won't leave without breaking a sweat first!
Friday
Little Climbers
- Ages 4 - 11
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
If your child loves to be mobile and has no fear, little climbers is the perfect class for them! It works on physical upper body strength as well as mental strength. They get to explore climbing our Rock Wall with the help of our Rock Wall instructors!
Monday - Friday
Little Explorers
- Ages 4 - 11
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Every evening your child has the opportunity to be active in this engaging, creative, and fun kid class, where they will explore all that Super, Awesome & Amazing has to offer!
Saturday - Sunday
NO CLASSES
State of Play: LLP Rules
We welcome children between the ages of 2 months and 12 years. For children under the age of 1, reservations must be made in advance through our app.
- Our facility has a maximum capacity of 30 children at a time. We accommodate up to 4 infants (under 1 year old) per reservation session.
- We encourage parents to bring a water bottle for their children, however children are not allowed to eat food or other drinks in the childcare area. Infants are allowed bottles.
- LLP staff are not responsible for changing diapers – we'll contact parents if children need a diaper change.
- Children are allowed to have an iPad or other electronics at the parents' discretion.
- If your child is crying continuously for more than 15 minutes, we will call a parent to pick them up. You’re welcome to try again the next day.
- First-time parents may stay 10-15 minutes to help their child feel comfortable before transitioning out of the room to enjoy the complex amenities.
- Have fun and relax! We specifically designed this gym with daycare services so that you can workout without having to worry about the little ones!
- Review full policies here.
Testimonials
Our kids love the LLP programming! From Kids Yoga, to Sign Language, Rock Climbing and Little Leaders, they are constantly challenged and engaged. Whether it’s building confidence or muscle, the kids...
The childcare is amazing and a huge part of why we remain members....