Let mother nature bring out the best in you

We're dedicated to getting you outside, active, and grounded. Our mission is to provide creative experiences in the outside world to build a happier, healthier, and stronger community.

 
 

Based in Washington, D.C., we gather, adventure, and connect in D.C., MD, VA, and beyond.

 
 
 

We offer after-school programs for kids in the Winter; and programs for adults throughout the year.

Programs for kids meet locally for a 6–8 week season for a one hour session. Programs for adults range in length from a couple of hours (RECESS), to a couple of days (reTREAT), to a week (reBOOT). We also offer custom programs for adults. Consider Elements RECESS or reTREAT for celebrations or company excursions. 

 
 
 
 

We're hiring

We're looking for the very best to join our crew!

 
 
 
 

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We're @TheElementsDC on Instagram
 

Nothing better than getting outside and active to strengthen family and community ties! #outside #active #grounded #summer
So proud of our Elements Crew members, Norma and Iisis, who summited The Grand in Jackson, Wyoming this week! What an incredible achievement for these DC high school students! #outdoors #active #grounded
Margaret, Ben and Sheila showing us how to get it done! Strengthening families and friendships in the outdoors. Nothing better! #active #outside #grounded #hikingbuddies #haute-route #theelementsdc
At Elements we are all about celebrating being active outdoors. It warms our hearts when two of our amazing 2018 Crew get together for a summer hike. We love you @potatopatatapatacca and Lexi! #outside #active #grounded #community #summer2018 #theelementsdc
Today Elements celebrated June 1 with 2 Adult custom RECESS programs. Morning yoga with @chaiadc staff and an afternoon hike with a Fannie Mae group in Rock Creek Park which included a trailside picnic. Bring it on.... Schedule your celebration or company restorative RECESS today! #outside #active #grounded #chaia #fanniemae #recess
Eagles game time!!! Let’s go Boston College!