DEFY Iowa City
Iowa City, IA
Iowa City trampoline park with open jump, ninja course, parkour-style attractions, memberships, GLOW sessions, and bookable birthday packages.
Official activity image for the park’s open-jump attraction.
Photo 1 of 2. Official activity image for the park’s open-jump attraction.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best for older kids who want jump-park intensity and don’t need a dedicated toddler zone.
Good fit
- Older preschoolers, grade-school kids, and tweens who want active challenge-based play
- Families comfortable booking a 120-minute visit ahead online
- Birthday parties where pizza, drinks, and a private room matter
Consider another option if
- Toddlers who need a clearly protected younger-kid play space
- Families looking for a café-like or low-stimulation visit
- Parents who want an all-day open-play model instead of timed sessions
Know Before You Go
- Socks
- DEFY parks typically require grip socks for attractions; confirm during ticket checkout
- Waiver
- Signed waivers required; observers are also covered in the party FAQ
- Timing
- Current official ticket page centers on 120-minute visits
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Trampolines
- Ninja course
- Open play
For caregivers
- Snack bar
- Food available
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Timed action park visit
Read more about this location
DEFY Iowa City is a trampoline and aerial action park for kids, teens, and adults who want a more extreme-style indoor play outing. The park lineup includes open jump, ninja course, parkour, wall tramp, battle beams, and other high-movement attractions, plus GLOW sessions and birthday packages. This is a stronger fit for older preschoolers through tweens than for toddlers, although all ages are welcome with signed waivers. Families who like buying ahead online and timing a 120-minute visit will find the official ticketing flow straightforward.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
DEFY is a bold, high-stimulation environment, especially during busy sessions and GLOW
Location
851 Highway 6 East Suite 102
Iowa City, IA, 52240
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Sources & Updates
3 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 5, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
Checked: operating status, address, phone, official hours, core attraction list
- DEFY Iowa City ways to play pagedefy.com
Checked: single-day ticket price, membership pricing, timed-visit structure
Checked: party package pricing, pizza and drink inclusions, weekday birthday promotion
What changed
April 5, 2026
Verified the official Iowa City park page, current hours, and 120-minute pricing structure.