Austin Parks and Recreation

A park on a sunny day with cityscape of Austin Texas in the background.

George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center

 

GMDS Front

The George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center opened its doors on March 28, 1998 to provide citizens of the Dove Springs community recreational and educational resources.

George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center offers Youth, Adult and Senior Programs as well as Sports Leagues and Special Events. The 18,000 square foot center contains: full court gymnasium, weight room, arts and crafts room, computer lab, class room, dance studio, conference room, lobby and television room. On the property are: 3 baseball fields, 3 soccer fields, 1 swimming pool, 1 futsal court, 1 outdoor basketball court, 1 pavilion, 1 playscape, 1 sand volleyball pit, and a nature walking trail.

 

Online Youth Registration Button_3.jpg
form and documents_4.jpg

Out-Of-School Time Youth Programs

DD_ratio.jpg

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.

  • Youth After School Program (PDF)
  • After School Payment Schedule (PDF)

Youth Sports

youth_soccer_ratio.jpg

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department offers year-round co-ed youth sports that teach 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.

  • Yearly Sports Calendar League (PDF)

Teen Programs

teen3_ratio.jpg

The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to offering programs that encourage Youth Development through outdoor exploration, the arts, critical thinking, and leadership development.

  • Totally Cool Totally Art (TCTA)

Toddler Programs

toddler_ratio.jpg

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.

  • Tiny Tots (ENG)
  • Tiny Tots (SPN)

Adult and 50+ Programs 

garden3_ratio.jpg

The Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of Senior Programs and Services 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.

  • Varsity Generation Calendar (PDF)

Community and Special Events

mont_ratio.jpg

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.

Open Play and Weight Room Hours

Fitness_005_ratio.jpg

 

George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center (GMDSRC) will be open for fall programming!
Call 512-974-3840 for details.

  • Gym Schedule (PDF)

     

Weight Room Hours

  • 9 a.m.–8:50 p.m. Monday-Friday
  • 10 a.m.–3:50 p.m. Saturday
  • 12 p.m.–3:50 p.m. Sunday

Facility and Grounds Rental Information

User Guide and Rental Agreement

George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Staff

Russell Diggs, Program Supervisor

Ashlynn Payne, Program Coordinator

Bennett Johnson, Program Specialist

Nikki Cook, Program Specialist

Manuel Puente, Program Specialist

Nicolasa Kahmann, Administrative Associate

Maria Briones and Grounds Assistants