YOUTH PROGRAMS
The David Phillips Foundation partners with youth sports providers to offer free and low-cost after-school sports & recreation programs in elementary schools and low-income communities, bringing opportunities for play to kids across Austin.
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Our youth programs are rooted in the belief that play is the work of the child. Play is necessary to a child's growth, learning, and development, in all areas - physical, mental, and social/emotional. Our programs foster children's innate love of, and critical need for, physical movement and play. By removing cost barriers,
we strive to provide fitness & fun for ALL kids!
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
DPF after-school programs run throughout the year, for 10 weeks in the fall and spring semesters.
Groups meet for 1-2 hours on school campuses,
parks, and partner facilities.
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Further, DPF offers additional free and low-cost opportunities to play, including one-day clinics,
pop-up camps, and the annualÂ
New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays at Pease Park
to kick off the New Year.
SUMMER CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS
During the summer, DPF works with our partner vendors to provide scholarships for youth in our programs to participate in summer camps, as well as supplemental program activities and
pop-up camps.
Scholarship applications for 2026 Summer Camps are now closed.
RUN CLUBS
Austin Youth Fitness' running groups focus on improving running endurance and overall fitness, developing “functional" strength, flexibility, and improving core strength and body alignment. Participants will participate in drills, practice form, run in relays, and our groups always end with a fun-filled game!Â
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BIKE CLUBS
Austin Youth Fitness' focus is to improve biking skills as well as improve endurance and the participant's overall fitness. Bikers will become familiar with bicycle safety, learn the rules of the road, learn to utilize their gears, and will gain strength in their biking ability. ​In AYF Biking Club kids go on a new adventure each week, and learn different routes through their school neighborhood, with the rides progressing gradually from 2-6 miles over the 5-week session.Â
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YOGA CLUBS
Austin Youth Fitness' yoga clubs focus on improving flexibility, mobility, and strength. Flexibility and mobility are essential for growing bodies and are beneficial for other sports and preventing injury. Introducing the practice of yoga at a young age is valuable as it helps children connect with their bodies and how they are feeling.
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SOCCER & TEAM SPORTS CLUBS
AYF’s Soccer Club is a fun and dynamic soccer skills program for 2nd-5th graders. Kids will develop foundational soccer skills, while building character and confidence in a safe and positive environment.
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Team Sports Club is where "Play Leads the Way." Students are introduced to a new sport each week, while growing their skills not only as individuals, but also as a team. As they work to improve, our goal is to help kids discover the happiness that sports bring and to inspire lifelong athletes. Each session will always end with a fun filled game!
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KARATE CLUBS
Grounded in child development principles and best practices in martial arts training, Kula Karate programs emphasize children's holistic health - physical, mental, emotional, and social. Kula classes are designed by Chief Instructor Master Wayne Key, and teach a curated mix of Karate, Taekwondo, and Tai Chi that is specifically designed for kids ages 4-13. Each week we introduce a new martial arts fundamental skill set that builds on the previous class. Ninjas develop a solid foundation of martial arts skills that serve them in school and life!
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SKATEBOARDING CLUBS
Drip SB has hosted skate camps in Dripping Springs since 2014, helping hundreds of kids develop their skateboarding skills. Skate Clubs focus on fostering a love of skateboarding, having fun, building self-confidence, and creating a sense of community. DripSB loves teaching new skaters the fundamentals and helping them overcome fears and challenge themselves. That’s what skateboarding is all about!
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BASKETBALL CLUBS
SPONSORED BY: SHEPHERD 5 POINTS FAMILY FOUNDATION
Freestyle Sports basketball clubs focus on personal development, and players work on decision making, creativity, confidence, sportsmanship and work ethic. All vital skills that go a long way, even beyond the basketball court. Whether you have never played basketball before or are looking to take your game to the next level, Freestyle has got you covered with classes that are about working hard, playing smart and most of all, having fun!
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CLIMBING CLUBS
Austin Bouldering Project Climbing Clubs teach climbers foundational skills and help them progress to more advanced techniques and challenges. ABP emphasizes challenge-by-choice, offering enthusiastic direction and feedback, and celebrating every moment of growth. Saturday's at ABP Springdale are a great place for your child to develop self-confidence and make new friends!
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SPORTBALL CLUBS
Sportball's Multi-Sport Clubs are the perfect way for little movers to explore the world of sports. This fun and engaging program lets kids try just about everything including soccer, baseball, basketball, football, hockey, volleyball, golf, and tennis. Backed by Sportball methodology and led by trained coaches, Multi-Sport teaches kids new skills through new ways to move. You never know – it might just be where your kiddo gets introduced to their new favorite sport.
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