Top Virginia Classes & Workshops

The York River is a favorite spot for boaters of all size vessels. Get out on the water and experience the joy of sailing down the York on this cruise launching from Gloucester Point. Join your captain on a 32-foot sloop and ride down the York at a relaxed pace. Find a quiet place to enjoy the view on the bow of the boat. Aspiring sailors can head to the helm, hoist the spinnaker, and captain the boat.

Laughter Yoga enables the spirit of child-like laughter, teaches self-laughter and promotes long-term and short-term health benefits.

Saturday mornings are the perfect time to capture photos in Colonial Williamsburg. Staff dressed in period attire everywhere, delicious treats at the Saturday Market (bring cash if you plan to stop by after the tour)... and vibrant scenes just waiting to be captured on camera. Join us as we share photography tips at our favorite photo stops, along with historic and current facts about the area. We welcome guests of all photography skill levels. Cell phone or dedicated cameras are both perfect for this walking tour.

Join us for this fun and easy craft that will allow you to make a unique accessory to give as a gift or keep for yourself! We use genuine pressed flowers and hand cut glass to make each other truly special.

Paddle alongside the wild dolphins of Virginia Beach on a small-group kayak tour from North End Beach. Watch for sea birds and other wildlife as you steer an easy to use, sit-on-top kayak along the coast to the Cape Henry Lighthouses. Learn about the Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that swim past the Virginia coast each summer, and explore the shore with an experienced guide.

This Mother’s Day, create family memories that will be treasured forever with an amazing Mother's Day Signature Dinner Cruise on Elizabeth River. While onboard, treat the mom in your life to a special evening with our holiday buffet, classic cocktails, and Norfolk's most incredible views. Celebrate with dining and dancing from our climate-controlled interior, or soak in the picturesque backdrop from our outdoor decks. Our Signature cruises are perfect for all ages!

Our cooking classes are designed to be both informative and entertaining. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, you'll learn new skills and techniques that will help you elevate your cooking game. We use only the freshest ingredients, and our recipes are inspired by Leo's family traditions, passed down from generation to generation. Come and join our cooking family, and discover the joy of cooking with La Bella Pastarella!