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FAQs
Questions? We have answers! Here are answers to our most frequently asked questions.
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What activities do you do in the gym?
GRIT is known for its gym and our incredible coaches. For your party, you can pick up to two activities such as:
- Parkour/ Obstacle Course Racing
- Dodgeball
- Chase Tag
- Among Us!
- Nerf Gun Battles* (Ultimate Party only!)
- Tug of War ( a crowd favorite)
Check out our Birthday page for an expanded list and details on each!
Do you have Digital invitations?
We have a set of standard invitations for your party. They are available for $25 for BASH parties and are available for free with ULTIMATE and UNLIMITED Parties. GRIT will add your child's name, date, and details. All design changes require an extra fee of $25 per change request.
Where can my guests park?
GRIT is located just a few blocks from City Hall but in a residential neighborhood. There is typically street parking available in the area ( no parking meters, no crazy permits). For those that want to park in a lot, Edison Park, located behind City Hall is the closest pay parking lot being only 2.5 blocks away.
Where should I get my cake from?
The best place for cakes is Jam Cakery. The have a wide range of Birthday Cakes and Cupcakes that are simply yummy!
And they cater too! We love Tere and her team! And you will too!
Make your party special with JAM!
It says that you provide paper goods. Does GRIT provide cups, plates, etc.?
GRIT provides all the basics for your party.
All party packages come with the following:
White Paper Plates and Plastic Cups
Red Table Cloths
Plastic Spoons, Forks and Knives
Juice boxes or Water Bottles for kids
We also have on hand:
2 Refrigerators to keep things cold and a freezer if you bring an ice cream cake
Cake Knife
Bottle Opener
Matches
Bowls for food and a Drink Tub for wine/beer
Please note- Bring your own ice as we don't own an ice machine.
How early can I arrive for my party?
Our coaches will start setting up your Private Party about 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled start time, so feel free to arrive around that time. If you arrive any earlier, GRIT may not be ready due to another party occurring before yours.
Can we have a Pinata?
We love the idea of pinatas! They can be so much fun! But they can also be dangerous, very messy, and typically result in someone crying because they did not get the same or more candy or prizes as someone else!
If you want to have a pinata, we do have a perfect spot for it, but we ask that it has a string to pull, is only filled with candy, and does not need to be batted open.
The bat while fun, is also a bit dangerous. We have had some close calls and would rather avoid someone getting hit. So please, no pinatas that need to be hit to break open.
We also love the idea of confetti! But please, not at GRIT. A pinata or special birthday popper with confetti is certainly thrilling, but it also creates quite a mess that needs to be cleaned up when your party is over.
A confetti pinata gets everywhere and, as such, is subject to a special $150 cleaning charge. Why so much? Because we would rather you didn't:)
Is there a place to put presents?
Yes, as your guests enter GRIT there will be a special table for your guests to put your child's birthday gifts on.
What is the maximum number of guests I can have at our party?
This is your private party. We do not have a maximum, but we recommend at most ~ 50 people to keep the party comfortable.
For parties with 30+ kids, an Ultimate Party Package is required, as is the hiring of an additional third coach for safety.
How much should I tip the coaches running my party?
Gratuity is not included for your private party. Our coaches know how to party and will be there to help you set up, clean up afterwards and most importantly... have FUN! Blow out the candles and clean up so you can focus on your child having the best party ever! We encourage providing a tip to the coaches directly at the end of the party or we can add it to your bill if you wish. A minimum tip of $25 for each coach for a Birthday BASH, $35 for a ULTIMATE Birthday party, and $50 for UNLIMTED is required ( less than 10% of the cost of your party rental) . Your coaches will be working hard to make sure your party is a success. Please tip them accordingly!
What is the deposit amount?
A $250.00* non-refundable and non-transferable deposit is required to reserve a private BASH or Ultimate party and $600 for UNLIMITED parties. Deposits are applied to the remaining balance at the end of the event. You can book a party any time online by clicking the BOOK A PARTY link at the bottom of the Birthday Party page or by contacting the GRIT Birthday Hotline at 201.596.6626 (text or call) or by emailing BIRTHDAYS@GRITSPORTSTRAINING.COM
If my child doesn't like cake, can I bring cookies/brownies, cookie cake or cupcakes?
Yes, of course, this is your party! We recommend Jam Cakery! They make yummy cupcakes!