At Recess, we're not just a marketplace —
We're a partner in your parenting journey, committed to making
every day a little easier and a lot more fun.
Mission
At Recess, we're on a mission to simplify the lives of parents while enriching the experiences of children. We connect families with high-quality, safe afterschool programs, classes, and camps, all in one convenient marketplace. By elevating local businesses and reducing the stress of parenting, we're creating a community where children thrive and parents find peace of mind.
Meet the founders
We're thrilled to welcome you to Recess!
We're Molly and Amy, two moms and the co-founders of Recess. We started Recess because we know firsthand how challenging it can be to find and book the right activities for your kids. We believe that discovery should be easy, registration should be seamless, and finding great programs should feel like a joy, not a job.
With Recess, we're building a better way to explore afterschool programs, classes, and camps, all in one place. Our goal is to make your life a little easier while helping you unlock incredible experiences for your kids.
We know the hard work never stops when it comes to creating something better for our kids. With years of experience in startups, we've tackled big problems with innovative solutions. When we saw how frustrating it was to juggle afterschool schedules, we knew we had the tools to make it easier for families everywhere. So we built it.
Molly with her daughter, Isla
Amy with her daughter, Maya
On Recess, you can search for specific providers or browse thousands of local after-school programs, camps, and activities. Filter by date, price, interest, age, and more to find exactly what fits your family’s schedule and budget.
Book select providers directly on Recess—with more added every day—or we’ll direct you to the provider’s page to complete your booking. Stay tuned for exciting group booking features coming soon, so you can easily coordinate classes and camps with friends!
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Welcome to Recess!
Molly & Amy
Co-Founders, Recess