Beyond Day Camps: Discovering the Full Range of Austin Youth Fitness Programs

Beyond Day Camps: Discovering the Full Range of Austin Youth Fitness Programs

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…

Discovering Austin’s Amazing Baby & Me Activities: A New Mom’s Journey
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Discovering Austin’s Amazing Baby & Me Activities: A New Mom’s Journey

Posted by Amy Kiska, Co-founder & CEO of Recess Seven months ago, my world completely changed when Maya arrived. As a new mom and the co-founder of Recess, I’ve been on an incredible journey exploring the rich landscape of baby & me activities. What I’ve discovered has not only strengthened my bond with Maya but…

Recess Recs: Asian American Cultural Center’s Summer Camps

Recess Recs: Asian American Cultural Center’s Summer Camps

If your kid’s ideal summer includes messy art projects, new best friends, stories from around the world, and maybe even a little Tai Chi, the Asian American Cultural Center’s Summer Camp might just be your new summer staple. This beloved Austin program invites children ages 5–12 to spend their summer diving into a vibrant mix…

Recess Recs: Soccer Stars (South Austin)

Recess Recs: Soccer Stars (South Austin)

When it comes to finding a program that’s just as fun as it is enriching, Soccer Stars in Austin scores big. This isn’t your typical soccer experience—it’s an action-packed, confidence-building adventure designed specifically for young children, making it a perfect first step into the world of team sports. Soccer Stars combines skill development with plenty…

Recess Recs: CrossFit Central Kids Summer Camp

Recess Recs: CrossFit Central Kids Summer Camp

If your kid is bouncing off the walls and you’re dreaming of a little “me time” to fit in your own workout, CrossFit Central’s Kids Program might just be the parenting win you’ve been waiting for. This energizing, confidence-building program is hosted right here in Austin and offers a smart, supportive way for kids to…

Recess Recs: Austin Parks & Rec’s FREE Summer Playgrounds Program

Recess Recs: Austin Parks & Rec’s FREE Summer Playgrounds Program

Swing into Summer: Free Drop-In Fun at the Summer Playgrounds Program! Summertime with kids can often feel like a never ending loop of sticky popsicle fingers and the age-old question, “What do we do now?”—particularly once you’ve exhausted just about every popsicle stick craft on Pinterest. Enter the Austin Parks & Rec’s Summer Playgrounds Program—Austin’s…