My son has been attending summer camps at idea lab since he was 5 (now turning 10) and he LOVES it…read morethere! He has tried several others and Idea Lab is the ONLY one he has consistently wanted to return to each summer. It's a relatively small group of kids which he likes and he has freedom to be creative and exposure to so many new things and also has made some good friends there. He played chess for the first time there and came home and beat me! I've also found it to be the most flexible and most convenient camp in our area which is honestly why we chose it in the first place. We can drop off as early as 7:30 and pick up at 6 which is so helpful for working parents. They also serve snacks and a catered lunch so we can order ahead and don't have to worry about bringing lunch. Adam the owner is super communicative and accessible if we have any questions or need any help at any time (just a phone call or email away).

Wonderful afterschool program!!! My daughter is always delighted with the activities she gets to do…read morethere! And Adam is a wonderful owner I suggest this place if you are looking for day/afterschool care! I would give this place 100 stars if I could!!!!

My granddaughter has been attending this school for one year. Her experience has been wonderful…read more Her teachers are also so kind and loving. My granddaughter learns a lot and she loves to come home and show me what she has learned. As part of the teaching criteria, in addition to academics, they are also taught gymnastics. I went to a gymnastics recital today. My little four year-old granddaughter was walking down the balance beam including little jumps. Amazing! The balance beam is not very high off the ground maybe 12 inches so she's not gonna get hurt and there's teachers right there protecting her. I was so proud of her and she was so proud of herself! By watching all the other children, our experience is not unique. All the children were so happy to be there and so well behaved and so comfortable to speak to their teachers and to each other. I am so happy that my children chose to put my grandchild at this school, where we can feel confident that she is being treated with dignity and respect, kindness, and love while being educated in a very good manner. Thank you

We have been going to Jump South for about 4 years now and have absolutely loved our experience…read more Coach Amaya has been so great practicing patience and teaching confidence to my daughter. She is a very kind and thoughtful coach, bringing a lot of encouragement to each student. Camps are excellent and worth every penny, my kiddo looks forward to class every week and begs for me to sign her up for camps!

The gymnastics program here is fantastic. The ratio is low in the classes and the coaches take the…read moretime to really hone in on how to make your gymnast stronger. Coach Jen walks around and is able to identify any modification the girls need. I've watched students have the "ah ha" Moments with coach Jen watched a student do a back bend Our 8 year old boy is really enjoying the ninja class, i believe it's boosting his self confidence and definitely helping with his body awareness & strength. We are moving soon, and this is the only thing I'm Sad about leaving. We may have drive to keep going. Thank you, Electric Avenue for all you are doing for kids!

The manager of the After School program seems to let a lot slide. A child that i'm related to has…read moregotten hurt and bullied by a child and the young girls who work there have tried to inform the parent, but instead they get in trouble for involving themselves. This kid has come home almost everyday telling us what happened that day and it's very disheartening that she is avoiding doing anything about it and letting it continue. I hope something will actually get done about this. I like the owners very much, so it's disappointing seeing one person bring the place down.

My son had the best experience! Each day was a unique adventure in Austin. It was a perfect blend…read moreof indoor and outdoor activities. The camp itself is well organized and provides lunch and snacks each day. It's a great camp to meet new kids and hang out with friends. We will definitely be back!

I can't say enough about Camp 512's founders and counselors, Blake Pankonien, Brooke Alkire and…read moreCourtney Rimkus. All are former Eanes ISD elementary school teachers with a love and a passion for working with children. The low staff-camper ratio makes for a special and engaging experience. Each Camp 512 week hosts its own unique and fun-filled theme. The well thought out yet flexible schedule includes exploring Austin favorites such as Mount Bonnell, the Blanton Museum and the State Capitol as well as introduces the children to local food resources, cooking and baking and animal adventures to name a few activities. Guaranteed fun!

Can't recommend Natureversity enough! My child THRIVED at their summer camp and attended multiple…read moreweeks (Round Rock location). Chris the owner is truly passionate about getting kids immersed in nature and off screens! The counselors were kind, knowledgeable, and caring for all the kids at camp. If you have an adventurous kid, I HIGHLY recommend Natureversity!

You're gonna have a blast!…read more I've attended several of Chris Hyde's Natureversity classes through the Buzzmill Lumber Society and have learned a ton while having the absolute most fun! Fire making, cordage making, survival knot tying, bow making & archery, wound care, wound salve making, foraging skills, plant identification and a million other things. If you're already an outdoorsy, nature-y person you're going to learn something. If you're not one of these people but you want to be, you're definitely going to learn something. Chris is a nature/survival skills knowledge god and as a bonus, he's just extremely entertaining. Probably one of the most genuine, down to earth, fun people you're ever going to meet and an awesome teacher! I can only imagine he's 10x more fun for your kiddos if you send them out Natureversity's way for his kids programs. I wish I'd had classes like these when I was a kid that's for sure. You won't be sorry. Check out Natureversity now!

Our 4th grader had a fantastic time during his week of summer day camp with ATX Kids Club and we…read morecan't wait for the next opportunity for a field trip with Tammy's wonderful crew. What's so great? 1) Small groups with a low child-to-teacher ratio. During our week, there were approximately 8-10 kids and almost always 2 or more counselors at each outing. The curriculum has an educational/health & fitness focus, and the well-trained counselors are managed by a certified teacher (Tammy) who is often present during the week. 2) Exercise & being outdoors. The kids are moving most of the day, walking around town to see the sights, playing on splash pads & playscapes, or taking a hike. ATX Kids like to move it, move it! 3) Being a tourist in your own city. The kids (ages 4 - 12) learn to use public transportation and recognize city landmarks while exploring many of the cool destinations available in their hometown. During our week in Summer 2016, our child toured several art museums and historical sites, visited a few parks and walked urban trails. A highlight at the end of the week was visiting the Governor's Mansion and having snack time with the First Dog of Texas, Pancake. 4) Supporting a community-based, local nonprofit. ATX Kids Club offers discounts for children whose families might otherwise be unable to afford this kind of summer camp. They also serve as a CCMS provider through the Texas Workforce Commission. 5) Having a "normal workday" schedule for a reasonable fee. Summer camp hours are 9a-5p ($275/wk), and you can add extended care for 8a-6p for an additional fee ($65/wk). This is such a relief compared to other summer camps that require parents to juggle work hours for drop-off and pickup. I do recommend the extended care unless you work very close to the drop point. Downtown rush hour traffic is horrific! It was fun for us to see the play-by-play pictures of the kids in action on the ATX Kids Club FB page each day, confirming that our child was enjoying camp and making new friends. We're looking forward to signing up for Summer 2017, as well as trying out some of the school holiday and Saturday adventures later this year.

Did two days over spring break for our 6.5yo boy and he loved it. We were lucky enough to get Ms…read moreMiller herself, the program director/founder, as the spring break sessions are smaller than the summer ones. (That's also why we were able to enroll for individual days.) She's selective in hiring guides, and extremely creative in finding things to do around the city, many accessed via public transportation. Kid came home tired and happy each day, with stories to tell about the "main" activities and the "bonus" activities which they keep in their back pocket depending on how the day goes. Will be back!

My kid did a week of this camp at the beginning of summer, and we liked it so much that we signed…read morehim up for two more weeks at the end. Kids are given a good mixture of guided "we're all working on this type of project" as well as free construction time to make side figures and add personal touches. He is hooked. I love that he is getting to explore a new creative outlet with practical applications. A+

This camp is truly awesome! We have done it for a couple of years now and my kids always look…read moreforward to it! Kami and her team are amazing! The kids come home exhausted, dirty and with a huge smile on their face! Highly recommend this awesome Austin organization! Looking forward to next year!!

Enchanted Rock is absolutely breathtaking! The views from the top are incredible, and the hike is…read morevery doable--as long as you're okay with heights. It's a great spot for nature lovers and worth every step!

So we didn't use a guide but I highly recommend checking this place out. The atmosphere is serene…read moreand the view is lovely. The price is $7 a person for day persons. There were parts climbing the rock that were pretty step but it's definitely manageable. I recommend taking your time coming down and honestly going up.