Back-to-School Birthdays Made Easy at Flying Squirrel Lutz

Let’s be honest—back-to-school season is already a whirlwind. You’re juggling new routines, sports sign-ups, homework meltdowns, and forgotten lunch boxes. And in the middle of it all… your kid’s birthday shows up on the calendar like, “Hey, don’t forget about me!”

I’ve been there. After one too many chaotic, home-based parties—frantically blowing up beach balls while placing a last-minute pizza order as kids burst through the door—I finally found a better way: Flying Squirrel.

This place? It’s birthday party heaven. No setup. No cleanup. Just pure, bounce-off-the-walls fun and zero stress for parents.

Here’s why it’s perfect for those back-to-school birthdays—and how to pull off an epic celebration with minimal effort.

Why a Trampoline Party Is a Back-to-School Lifesaver

When your brain is already full of class schedules and school emails, planning a party from scratch can feel like climbing a mountain in flip-flops. That’s where Flying Squirrel Lutz comes in. Their parties are basically plug-and-play: you bring the birthday kid and a cake, and they handle the rest.

They’ve thought of everything—pizza, party decor, water bottles, a personal party host, and 2 hours of jump time that burns through every last bit of kid energy (so yes, they sleep well after). It’s indoors, so no weather stress. And it’s all taken care of, so you can actually enjoy the celebration instead of managing it.

Two Party Options—Both Awesome

At Flying Squirrel Lutz, you’ve got two simple choices: keep it fun and easy with the Bounce and Soar package, or upgrade to the VIP version for a more private experience. Either way, you win.

Bounce and Soar Party Package – $350 Mon–Thurs / $400 Fri–Sun

• 2½ hours of party time (2 hours of jumping + 30 mins for cake & presents)
• 10 party guests included (up to 22 total, extra guests can be added)
• 2 large pizzas
• 10 bottles of water
• Reserved party table
• Custom birthday sign
• Colored tableware
• Birthday crown
• Flying Squirrel water bottle for the guest of honor
• Free 1-hour jump pass for guest of honor
• Plush squirrel gift (in pink or multicolor)
• Full party host service from check-in to cleanup
• Option to party during Neon Nights on Fridays and Saturdays from 9–11pm (no extra charge!)

VIP Party Package – $400 Mon–Thurs / $450 Fri–Sun

Includes everything above, but your group gets their own private party room for an even more relaxed and exclusive experience. Perfect for bigger families, shy birthday stars, or just parents who don’t want to yell over the fun.

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What It Actually Feels Like (From a Parent Who’s Done It)

We arrived 15 minutes early, signed the waivers, and our host took it from there. Kids jumped, climbed, battled on the battlebeam, and tried to dunk like NBA stars. My job? Take pictures and enjoy it.

Midway through, the host did a birthday shoutout over the speakers, brought out our pizza and drinks, and even helped wrangle the kids for group photos. After more jumping, it was time for cake and presents. Then we packed up the gifts and left. That was it. No dishes. No stress. No post-party vacuuming.

Want a Theme? Keep It Simple and Fun

You don’t need to go big on decorations here (Flying Squirrel handles most of it), but if you want to add a little flair, here are some easy theme ideas:

• Super Jumper Showdown – Let the kids come dressed as their favorite superhero and rule the trampoline court.
• Ninja Challenge – Use the park’s obstacles like a ninja warrior course.
• Neon Night Glow Party – Book Friday or Saturday night and add glow sticks and light-up accessories.
• Stuffed Animal Sidekick – Each kid brings their favorite plushie for jumping adventures (plus, the birthday kid gets their own new squirrel!).

The Quick Checklist for a Stress-Free Party

✅ Book online early (especially for weekends)
✅ Share the waiver link with guests in advance
✅ Add socks at checkout or buy in-store ($3.50/pair)
✅ Bring a cake, candles, and lighter
✅ Charge your phone for pics
✅ Relax—you’ve got this

What Other Lutz Parents Are Saying

“We had our daughter's birthday party here a couple of days ago, and it was such an amazing time! The facility is very clean, and the restrooms are clean, so to me that means they make cleanliness a high priority…The party was just perfect for this milestone birthday. So many fun memories were made, and we couldn't have asked for a better, stress-free afternoon. Thank you!” — C. H.

“We had my daughter’s 7th Birthday party here today (our 2nd birthday spent here-she loves it) and I was blown away by our host Katie. She was very informative on what we would be doing throughout the party, kept our drinks filled, and was never hard to find. What really impressed me though was that amongst the chaos of 16 kids she was very level headed and never missed a beat on our needs and that took a load off my anxiety today. We will most likely be back next year for another party! Thanks Katie.” — Kelsey M.

Let Flying Squirrel Handle the Chaos

Back-to-school season is crazy enough. Your kid’s birthday doesn’t have to be. Flying Squirrel Lutz takes care of the details so you can actually enjoy the party—and still make it home in time for bedtime.

Book your party at Flying Squirrel Lutz today and get ready for happy kids, tired legs, and no mess to clean up.