Warped walls, swivel steps, hanging grips: the obstacles are unconventional, but the lessons—for both kids and adults—are universal, at Richmond’s own ninja gym, Traverse Fitness.

As long-time fans and participants of ninja and parkour competitions, Loudoun residents Joye and Rick Elsbury and Eli Miernik wanted to create a destination for the sport in Loudoun County.

Membership fees include one 90-minute class and two hours of open gym per week. Enroll younger siblings in the toddler parkour classes. Intown Tumbling offers ninja classes for kids ages 3-8.