Dottie Jordan Recreation Center
The Dottie Jordan Recreation Center offers activities for youth, adults, and senior citizens, including Therapeutic Recreation programs for youth, teens and adults with disabilities. The park consists of a multi-use field, a playscape, two-lighted tennis courts, a lighted basketball court, a walking trail, one multi-purpose room, kitchen/computer lab area, a community garden, and a swimming pool.
Named after an AISD orchestra teacher, Dottie Jordan lived across the street and died in March 1973 at the age of 32. Interested in the park, Miss Jordan first spoke to City Council in 1972 when the park was threatened with a plan to build condominiums. The City of Austin purchased the 11.5 acres of parkland that comprises the Dottie Jordan Park in November, 1973.
Therapeutic Recreation Programs
Since Spring 2020, Dottie Jordan Recreation Center has been offering Therapeutic Recreation programs for adults with differing abilities. These therapeutic programs are designed by Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS) and facilitated by our team of trained therapeutic Activity Specialists to ensure a meaningful and successful leisure experience.
How do I register for Adult Therapeutic Programs?
Therapeutic Services Registration Process
- Complete the Adult Day Program Intake Assessment & Participant Waiver and email your completed forms to trservices@austintexas.gov.
- Schedule a Therapeutic Assessment .
- After the assessment, you will be contacted to schedule a trial day. Program recommendations will be based on findings and program availability.
Please contact trservices@austintexas.gov if you have any questions or require assistance with the registration process.
Inclusive Adult Enrichment Programs
Job Readiness Workshop
The Job Readiness Workshop is a 6-week program for individuals 18+ with an emphasis on job skills practice and positive social skills. Some of the topics covered include professionalism, problem solving, job skills practice, career exploration and more. Please contact Stuart.Little for more information.
Warrior Fitness Program
Let's get moving! Come join us for a fun 5-week session of fitness. The program is open to individuals 18+ and the cost of the program is $15 for the entire 5-week session. Each class will focus on low impact, core strength, flexibility and resistance training. Please contact Alex Dominguez for more information.
Adaptive Bowling
Dottie Jordan Recreation is offering a bowling club at the Millennium youth entertainment complex located at 1156 Hargrave St. Austin, TX 78702. The club will meet on Wednesdays from 4-6pm and each session will last 10 weeks. Bowlers are responsible for the game and shoe rental fees of $4.50 per game and the Austin Parks and Recreation registration fee is $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents. Please contact Alex Dominguez for more information.
Inclusive Youth Enrichment Programs
Grow Together
The Grow Together program is offered for ages 3-5 and 6-10. The goal of the program is to improve fine and gross motor skills, build social connections that promote problem-solving and creativity, and support language development, life skills, friendships, and positive social interactions. The program fosters a safe, adaptive, and welcoming space where all children can build confidence through recreating with peers. Dottie Jordan has 4 Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialists on staff that specialize in working with individuals with varying degrees of neurodivergence and abilities. Independence is promoted by Austin Parks and Recreation staff, and the program is tailored to meet the specific needs of each participant.
Each day has a different theme to enhance youth development and will be utilizing the newly renovated center as well as the brand-new playground. The cost of the program is $25 for the entire 6-week session. Please contact Evan Kessler for more information.
Summer Grow Together
Join us for an exciting exclusive program with nature filled activities, social opportunities, and engaging summer games. During the Summer, the program will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-2pm. The sessions will run, June, July and August and the cost is $70 per month.
Sibshops: Support for Siblings
Sibshops provide opportunities for siblings aged 8-14 of kids with disabilities to interact with peers in a supportive and fun environment. This program is offered quarterly at Dottie Jordan. Please contact Katie Mikulcik for more information.
Summer Enrichment Programs
This summer at Dottie Jordan we are offering a variety of new enrichment opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Youth:
Summer Grow Together
Pre-K Sensory Play
Kid's Night Out
Teens:
Lego flyer
Beginner Filmmakers Club
Teen Night Out
Board Games
Sibshop Summer Squad
Family:
Family Splash and Play
Open Play
Come drop into Dottie Jordan on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4-5:30pm and try out our new interactive toys and games. Adult supervision is required for all individuals under the age of 16. Drop-in schedule is subject to change due to program needs. Please contact the recreation center to confirm availability 512-978-2380.
Inclusive Community Events
Dottie Jordan Recreation center fosters a thriving and inclusive community through diverse year-round events hosted in the Dottie Jordan Neighborhood park. Current events offered include movies in the parks, adaptive field day, Halloween event and more to come!
- Movies in the Park
- Adaptive Field Day
- Community Craft
- Halloween Event: Trail of Treats
- Holiday Hullabaloo
- Facility and Grounds Rental Information
Dottie Jordan Recreation Center
Staff
Evan Kessler, CTRS Site Supervisor
Alex Dominguez, CTRS Program Coordinator
Katie Mikulcik, CTRS Program Specialist
Stuart "Cal" Little, CTRS Program Specialist
Linda Rico Building & Grounds Assistant