Serving Kensington, MD

Parkour classes near Kensington.

Bolt Parkour is in North Bethesda, about 10 minutes from Kensington. Small classes for ages 3 to adult, with 8 students per coach (6 in Preschool).

About 10 min from KensingtonAges 3 to adult8 students per coachIntro class from $35
Student training at Bolt Parkour in North Bethesda

Classes

Open classes, live.

Classes with open spots right now. Weekday classes start at 4pm or later, after MCPS elementary dismissal, so most kids can come straight from school. Intro classes start at $35; monthly tuition starts at $135.

Adults

Adult parkour, 18+.

Beginners welcome. You don't need a gymnastics background or to get in shape first. Adult classes run on a weeknight evening and on Saturday afternoon.

Getting here

From Kensington in about 10 minutes.

It's about 2.5 miles via Knowles Avenue and Beach Drive. Google Maps puts it at about 9 minutes on a Saturday and 12 at weekday rush hour. We're at 4950 Boiling Brook Pkwy, North Bethesda, MD 20852, with free parking.

Programs

A class for every age.

Ages 3–5

Preschool

Climbing, jumping and balance games that build coordination and confidence.

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Ages 5+

Parkour

Vaults, jumps, rolls and climbs, from a first class to advanced levels.

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Ages 5–18

Tricking

Flips, kicks and aerials with step-by-step progressions. Classes for ages 5–7, 7–10 and 10+.

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Invite only

Parkour & Freerunning

For advanced athletes, ages 10 to adult.

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Ages 18+

Adult Parkour

Beginners welcome. Build strength, agility and confidence.

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Ages 5+

Open Gym

Friday-night open gym, $15 for 1 hour or $30 for 2. Book ahead.

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School's Out camps

Camp on MCPS days off.

When MCPS is closed, Bolt is open. 2026–27 camp days include Nov 2–3, winter break (Dec 28–31), MLK Day, Presidents Day and spring break (Mar 26–Apr 2). Camp is $130 a full day or $85 a half day, for ages 6+.

FAQ

Kensington parents ask.

How far is Bolt Parkour from Kensington?

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About 10 minutes, roughly 2.5 miles via Knowles Avenue and Beach Drive. We're at 4950 Boiling Brook Pkwy in North Bethesda, with free parking.

When are classes?

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Classes run 7 days a week. The live schedule above shows every class with open spots.

Does my child need experience?

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Not at all. Parkour Basics and Intro Parkour are built for first-timers, and coaches place students at the right level.

Can my child come straight from school?

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Usually, yes. Weekday classes start at 4pm or later. Standard MCPS elementary dismissal is 3:25, and middle and high schools let out earlier.

Do you host birthday parties?

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Yes. A Bolt party is 90 minutes: a coach leads parkour games and obstacle courses on the equipment, then cake and presents in the lobby. Parties are for ages 6+ and run on weekends, so book 4–6 weeks ahead.

How much does it cost?

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Intro classes start at $35. Monthly tuition starts at $135 depending on class length, and additional classes get a 15% discount.

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Try a class this week.

Book an intro class online, or call 301.770.2727 and a coach will help you pick a class.