• Crenshaw Athletic Club

    Welcome to Crenshaws.com!

    We are a family owned and operated business
    with over 60 years in the Austin Child Education
    and Gymnastics.
  • Our Gymnasium
    Our gym 12,000 square foot air conditioned
    gymnasium with an emphasis on
    Tumbling and Trampoline.
  • Our Pool
    Our indoor heated pool was specifically
    designed with a large shallow area which
    is great for teaching beginners while
    maintaining a 5 foot lap area
  • Our Weight Room
    A complete weight training circuit with
    Paramount Equipment and a trainer on staff
    to help you with your fitness needs and goals.
    We also have free weights and a
    rubberized indoor track.

Crenshaw Athletic Club

Crenshaw was founded in 1949 by Bill and Bee Crenshaw as one of the first private gymnastic studios in the United States. The first tumbling classes were held in the old University Methodist Church. In 1951, they built and moved their gym to 42nd and Burnet Road. In 1976, Art and Gil Elsass purchased the business to continue the tradition of excellence in teaching. Originally started as a part time business, Crenshaw Athletic Club is now a full-time endeavor. In May of 1984, the club made its present move to 5000 Fairview and became one of the most prestigious gymnastics facility in the country. The programs under Gil and Candace Elsass now include Gymnastics, Swimming, Pre-school Education, After School Care, Birthday Parties and an Adult Fitness Center. Crenshaw is also a pioneer in creating a popular program called Palaestra which is a unique combination of academics and athletics for preschoolers.

When the new facility was built in 1984, it was decided to expand into adult fitness. Art and Gil again used their experience and foresight to pioneer the tangent health industry. The facility offers a complete weight room, a 440' indoor running track, a 40' heated lap and aerobic pool, whirlpool, steam and sauna. The club also offers water workout classes for senior citizens with limited movement. A no contract policy made Crenshaw unique among fitness centers.

Crenshaw Athletic Club is located on the northwest side of beautiful Austin, Texas. The facility houses a fully equipped 12,000 square foot Gymnasium, Indoor Heated Pool, Spa, Steam Sauna, Assorted Classrooms, Fully Equipped Weight Room, Indoor Running Track and Locker Rooms for our adult fitness program. Take time to come by and tour the facility and ask about special programs for children and adults. Crenshaw truly is "A Full Family Fitness Center."

News

May 27, 2013

Closed for Memorial day

Don't forget that Crenshaw will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 27th.

 

May 28 - June 1, 2013

Pool Closed

Our pool will be closed starting Tuesday, May 28th through Saturday, June 1st because we are resurfacing the pool deck.

 

June 10, 2013

Term 1 Starts

Summer Term 1 starts on Monday, June 10th!

 

Have a great summer!

We hope you have a wonderful summer! If you are not going to be joining us for any of our summer programs don't forget that July 1st is the first day to start signing up for fall classes.

 

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Site updated on: May 23, 2013

 

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