When searching for the perfect activity for your child, it’s easy to get caught up in flashy studios and competition-focused programs. But sometimes, the most transformative experiences happen in places that prioritize something deeper – like M.A. Dance Project in Cedar Park, where founder Marianne Hakanson has been “cultivating art” for over two decades. We…
School calendars are full of student holidays and staff development days, and we know how it feels to be left scrambling for coverage. To combat those pesky gap days, we’ve pulled together a guide to help you plan ahead, with programs and camps for each upcoming day off. Whether your kids want to burn energy,…
Teaching your child to ride a bike is one of those magical childhood milestones – but let’s be honest, it can also feel overwhelming for parents! That’s why we’re thrilled to partner with woom bikes, the kids’ biking experts who’ve been revolutionizing how children learn to ride with their innovative balance bikes and thoughtfully designed…
When parents think of Austin Youth Fitness, they might immediately picture energetic summer day camps filled with bike rides and running adventures. But as we kick off the school year, we wanted to highlight that this beloved Austin institution offers so much more than seasonal programming. We sat down with the Austin Youth Fitness team…
If you’re looking to boost your kiddo’s water confidence while having a blast, Big Blue Swim School in Austin is the place to be. With expert instructors, sparkling clean facilities, and a teaching method built around safety and fun, this swim school makes a big impact whether your child is just starting out or already…
If you’re a parent in Austin, you already know: the first few weeks of August are peak logistical chaos. Those odd-gap days: like Monday 8/11, Tuesday 8/12, and Monday 8/18, somehow fall between the end of summer camps and the first day of school, leaving parents scrambling for coverage. We heard the collective SOS loud…
Last Updated: May 2026Posted by Amy Kiska, Co-founder & CEO of Recess One of the best parts of building Recess has been getting to take my daughter to so many of the incredible activity providers we work with here in Austin. What started as founder research quickly became something I looked forward to every week:…
If your kid has a flair for fun, a love for music, or just a whole lot of energy to burn, it might be time to introduce them to the vibrant world of Bollywood dance. At Bollywood Dance Central in Austin, kids can leap, spin, and shimmy their way into something truly special. These aren’t…
Here at Recess, we know the recent flooding has disrupted more than just routines. For many families, it’s changed the shape of summer altogether. If your original camp plans were canceled or your childcare needs have suddenly shifted, you’re not alone. We’ve gathered a list of programs across Central Texas that still have last-minute openings…
We’ve heard from many parents who are struggling with how to talk to their children about this tragedy. The question of how to begin (what to say, how much to share, and how to support their grief) can feel overwhelming in the face of such profound loss. To help, we partnered with Little Otter and…