Northwest Recreation Center
Northwest Recreation Center offers year-round activities and programs for youth and adults as well as sports leagues and special events. The beautifully remodeled center contains: full court gymnasium, fitness studio, arts and crafts room, meeting room, multi-purpose room, teen room and a lobby with free WiFi, ping pong, chess and foosball. Located on the grounds are: play scape, large grassy field, sand volleyball court, five disc golf baskets, horseshoe pit, and picnic tables.
Northwest Recreation Center opened in 1979 and was named for the area of town for which it is located. In 2006, Austin voters approved Proposition 3 – Parks and Parkland bond, issuing $84.7 million to construct, renovate, improve and equip public parks, recreation centers, natural areas and related facilities. Among those was the expansion and improvement of Northwest Recreation Center. The project included additional 7,500 sq ft to expand the center with modern amenities accommodating the growing Northwest Austin community. The center reopened its doors after renovations on July 9th, 2011 to a larger “green” facility located in Northwest Austin near the corner of Northland Drive (2222) and Mopac (Loop 1).
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Out-Of-School Time Youth Programs
The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to offering programs that foster Youth Development in a safe and caring environment. We believe in creating opportunities for youth that expose them to critical thinking and leadership development while helping explore interest through enhancements, arts, and active play. Come and experience the spectrum of opportunities with the Parks and Recreation Youth Programs.
- After School Program
- School Year Camps
- Youth Summer Camp
- Austin Society of Karate
Youth Sports
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department offers year-round co-ed youth sports that fundamentals and stress sportsmanship. Our seasonal leagues provide a safe recreational setting structured for a beginner to intermediate player. Lead by volunteer coaches, games are noncompetitive in order to emphasize teamwork and physical fitness.
Teen Programs
The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to offering programs that encourage Youth Development through outdoor exploration, the arts, critical thinking, and leadership development.
- Teen After School
- TCTA - Totally Cool Totally Art
Toddler Program
The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to offering programs that foster Youth Development in a safe and caring environment. We believe in creating opportunities to help explore interest through enhancements, arts, and active play.
Adult and 50+ Programs
The Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of programs for adults and people 50 years of age and older. We are committed to providing an environment that encourages active and healthy lifestyles through recreational and educational programs and services.
- Austin Sports and Social Club
- SPORTSKIND Austin
- Jazzercise
- Nooners Basketball Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Thursdays 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
- Yoga
- Tai Chi
- Varsity Generations Programs and Services
- Judo
- Aikikai
- Austin Israeli Dance
- Austin Society of Karate
- Art Mingle (PDF)
- Meet, Play, Learn Pickleball
- Bridge Club
- Ma-Jhong Club
Community and Special Events
The Parks and Recreation Department provides opportunities for families, friends and neighbors to come together and socialize, meet new people, enhance existing relationships, and create community.
- Bunny Bonanza
- Kite Workshop
- Movie Night
- Fall Festival
- Storytime with Santa
Open Play, Weight Room and Shower Hours
- Open Play Basketball - Saturdays 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Open Play Pickleball - Mondays and Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Shower Hours: Monday thru Saturday
- September thru May:
- Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Sunday: CLOSED
- June thru August:
- Monday - Friday: 6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Sunday: CLOSED
- No showers on school year camp days
- September thru May:
- Weight Room - Availability varies. Please call ahead. 512-974-6972
- Facility and Grounds Rental Information
Northwest Recreation Center
Staff
- Iliana Dominguez Site Supervisor
- Tondre King Program Coordinator
- VACANT Program Specialist
- Chris Aguilar Program Specialist
- Allison Patrick Administrative Associate
- Scott Allen Building and Grounds Assistant