Kids Play

Kids Play

WHERE KIDS GO FOR FUN!

a child draws a colorful scene on a piece of paper

Looking for on-site childcare while you work out in Austin, Buda or Dripping Springs? Kids Play at the Greater Austin YMCA provides safe, supervised, drop-in childcare exclusively for household memberships. 

While you focus on your workout, your child enjoys a structured, engaging environment designed for fun, learning and connection.

🏰 Fantastic Forts
🧲 Magnet Zone
🚧 Master Builder
🎨 Arts & Crafts
👋🏼 Gross Motor Skills
📖 Story Time

WHERE KIDS GO FOR FUN!

Kids Play is the complimentary, on-site childcare exclusively for YMCA members and their children. A haven for the youngest members of our community, Kids Play is where kids go for fun, education and care while you work out.

Here, kids benefit from a range of activities that promote learning and socialization, laying the groundwork for a strong foundation in their early years.

🏰 Fantastic Forts
🧲 Magnet Zone
🚧 Master Builder
🎨 Arts & Crafts
👋🏼 Gross Motor Skills
📖 Story Time

WHY THE Y?

🌟 Take A Break, Connect & Build Relationships!

By providing on-site, drop-in as a benefit of household membership, we create opportunities for parents to take a break, connect and build lasting relationships.

It’s our commitment to supporting families who balance responsibility and community engagement. We’re dedicated to providing more than just a gym. Kids Play is staffed with low child-to-adult ratios, ensuring your child receives the best attention during their time with us.

As we continue to evolve as a community, our promise to uplifting and enhancing our members’ lives remains steadfast. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community that values the well-being of each of our members.

WHY THE Y?

🌟 Take A Break, Connect & Build Relationships!

By providing on-site, drop-in as a benefit of household membership, we create opportunities for parents to take a break, connect and build lasting relationships.

It’s our commitment to supporting families who balance responsibility and community engagement. We’re dedicated to providing more than just a gym. Kids Play is staffed with low child-to-adult ratios, ensuring your child receives the best attention during their time with us.

As we continue to evolve as a community, our promise to uplifting and enhancing our members’ lives remains steadfast. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community that values the well-being of each of our members.

Building Blocks that Power Positive Change

kids smile while making art

ENGAGING PLAY

At Kids Play, your child will have fun playing with peers, exploring seasonal themes and engaging in self-directed learning.

A YMCA employee smiles in a colorful room

NURTURING STAFF

Kids Play staff provide your child with safe and watchful leadership. These caring, devoted professionals bring a passion for guiding youngsters to explore their interests.

THE POWER OF FUN

Kids Play brings all the fun while you spend time at the Y. Enjoy some time just for yourself. We’ve got the kids covered, and they’re already busy having fun at Kids Play!

KIDS PLAY POLICIES & FAQ

We serve ages 6 weeks through 12 years old.

Hours vary by location. Find Kids Play details for your favorite Greater Austin YMCA location here.

Northwest Family YMCA also offers co-play hours where caregivers may play alongside your child. No drop-off care is offered during co-play hours.

Children ages 6 weeks through 12 years old may stay for a maximum of 2 hours per day. Please note for children ages 6 weeks to 12 months, during peak times, YMCA staff may limit stays to a maximum of 1 hour per day.

Kids Play is only available as part of a One Adult Household or Two Adult Household membership. Parents and guardians of children on one of these memberships may leave their children in Kids Play for up to 2 hours per day.

Yes, you must remain on property grounds to use Kids Play. Our property grounds are specific to each location.
For members visiting our Townlake, Springs, and Hays Communities Centers, parents/guardians may use the hiking and running trails adjacent to the Centers. A cell phone contact number is required.

Yes, you may bring age-appropriate and nut-free snacks. Kids Play areas are peanut and tree-nut free and snacks may only be consumed in designated areas of Kids Play.
We ask that children only bring water or juice. Water bottles must be spill-proof, labeled with a child’s name, and we do not allow glass containers.

YMCA staff do not change diapers or clothing. A staff member will locate the parent/guardian if a diaper or clothing needs to be changed.
If your child is in the process of toilet training, let us know so we can encourage them to use the restroom! We strongly recommend pull-ups.