easy
1 hour
Suitable for all fitness levels; basic coordination and mobility recommended to swing comfortably.
Looking for an active way to sharpen your softball skills? Enjoy a one-hour batting cage session at NOVA Parks - Climb UPton in Arlington, VA. No reservations needed, just bring your shoes and get ready to swing!
All Ages • Each Token is Redeemed for 14 Balls
Experience the thrill of hitting in our batting cages, where you can rent time without reservations! Enjoy complimentary bats and helmets, with safety gear required. Perfect for all skill levels, just bring your closed-toe shoes and get ready to swing your way to fun in a unique, energetic environment.
Bats and helmets are provided free of charge. Helmets with face cages are required in all cages. Closed-toe shoes are required. Batting cages are available by walk up with no reservation required for general use. All cages are token operated. Cage reservations require a minimum of 48 hours advance notice and can be rented by the half hour.
Bring sturdy closed-toe shoes to ensure safety and comfort while batting.
Visit during off-peak hours to avoid wait times, especially on weekends and evenings.
Always wear the complimentary helmets and any other safety equipment provided to protect yourself.
Bring water and take breaks as batting can be physically demanding even during a short session.
Upton Hill, the location of NOVA Parks - Climb UPton, was historically a strategic Civil War site with remnants of fortifications still nearby.
NOVA Parks actively manages the area to balance recreational use with protecting native plants and preventing erosion around the facility.
Provides necessary protection and stability while batting.
Wear flexible clothes that allow a full range of movement during swings.
Stay hydrated especially during warm and humid summer sessions.
summer specific
Helpful to stay warm during cooler fall days or breezy conditions.
fall specific