The Turner-Roberts Recreation Center offers recreational and leisure opportunities for Northeast area residents. Programs include: cultural arts, sports, community/family events, life skills, recreation leagues and numerous classes. Inclusive programs for youth with special needs are also offered. Turner-Roberts Recreation Center is an 18,700 square-foot facility that includes the 7,700 square-foot Danny L. Thomas Sr. gymnasium, offices, locker rooms, a multi-purpose room, an arts and crafts room, a weight room, a computer room, a kitchen facility and a corridor art gallery. In 2011, a stand-alone building containing a gymnasium and a state of the art kitchen was added to the park.
Turner-Roberts Recreation Center Video Tour
- Out-of-School Time Youth Programs
- Toddler Programs
- Youth Sports
- Teen Programs
- Adult and 50+ Programming
- Community and Special Events
- Open Play and Weight Room
- Facility and Grounds Rental Information
- Turner-Roberts Recreation Center Staff
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.
- Afterschool Kids Club
- Parents Night Out
- Camp Days and Spring Break Camp
- Boredom Busters
- Youth Summer Camp
- Girls Club
- Lego Club
- RC Car Club
- Cooking Class
- Gymnastics
- Boys to Men Club
- Urban Adventures & Wood Crafts
Youth Sports
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.
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Flag Football
- Volleyball
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 Turn Ups
- Friday Night Hoops
- Totally Cool Totally Art (TCTA)
- Girls Club
- Cooking Class
Toddler 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 to help explore interest through enhancements, arts, and active play.
- Toddler Fundamentals and Fun League
Adult and 50+ Programs
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.
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.
- Trick or Treat Feat
Open Play and Weight Room Hours
Open Play Basketball: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 6:00pm - 8:30pm; Saturday 10:00am - 3:30pm
Weight Room Hours: Hours of Operation
- Facility and Grounds Rental Information
Turner-Roberts Recreation Center Staff
Vacant Recreation Supervisor
Mannuel Villalobos Program Coordinator
David Blackwood Program Specialist
Victoria Diaz Program Specialist
Vacant Program Specialist
Stajhai Shelton Administrative Associate
Andrew Perez Building & Grounds Assistant
Justin Taylor Building & Grounds