Turner-Roberts Recreation Center
About
Address: 7201 Colony Loop Dr. Austin, TX 78724 See Map
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.
Phone: 512-978-2690
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.
Youth Programming
- Out-Of-School Time Youth Programs
2026 - 2027 Afterschool Kids Club
Camp Days/Spring Break Camp/Winter Break Camps
Boredom Busters
2026 Youth Summer Camp (ESP)
Girls Club
Lego Club
RC Car Club
Cooking Class
Boys to Men Club
Photography Club
Reading Club
DIY Art Club
Sports Fundamentals Club
Chess Club - Youth Sports
Basketball
Soccer
Flag Football
Spring Youth Sports (PDF)
** Multipurpose Field and Baseball Field temporarily Closed June 15th-September 15th (Field Maintenance) ** - Teen Programs
Totally Cool Totally Art (TCTA)
Cooking Class
Summer Teen Challenges
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.
- Developmental Youth Sports and Fundamentals
- Mommy and Me Art Class
Other Programming and Rental Information
- 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.
- Varsity Generation Program (PDF)
- 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
- Howl-O-Scream
- Holiday Event
- Easter Spring Fling
- Open Play and Weight Room Hours
Open Play Basketball: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 6:00pm - 8:30pm; Saturday 10:00am - 3:30pm; Sunday 1:00pm - 4:30pm (Weeknight evening free play will return August 11th)
Weight Room Hours: Hours of Operation
- Facility and Grounds Rental Information
Areas of Turner-Roberts Recreation Center and grounds can be rented at various times. Rental spaces include:
- Gym
- Multipurpose gym
- Multipurpose Room
- Arts and Crafts Room
- Outdoor stage and pavilions
- Residential kitchen or commercial kitchen (for heating use only)
- Ice Machine (with other space rental)
All information can be found on the
User Guide and Rental Agreement (PDF)
Video Tour of Turner-Roberts Recreation Center
** Multipurpose Field and Baseball Field temporarily Closed June 15 to September 15, 2026 (Field Maintenance) **
Staff
DJ Pettus, Recreation Supervisor
Manuel Villalobos, Program Coordinator
David Blackwood, Program Specialist
Vacant, Program Specialist
Brittany Nobles, Program Specialist
Stajhai Shelton, Administrative Associate
Vacant, Building & Grounds Assistant
Kyra Speights, Building & Grounds
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Totally Cool Totally Art Soap Box Derby Event
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Spring Fling Event
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Bring Senior Together Event
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Sculpture at Turner-Roberts Recreation Center
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Turner-Roberts Recreation Center Gym
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Colony Park Playground
Watch Videos
Turner-Roberts Recreation Center Video Tour
Take a virtual tour of the Turner-Roberts Recreation Center.
Turner-Roberts Recreation Center Shoulder Exercise
Take a break from your busy day and keep your body active with this simple shoulder exercise! All you need are some weights to get started.