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Youth Programs

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Babysitter’s Training

This American Red Cross course helps participants develop leadership skills and build their babysitting business. The course covers basic care for infants and children, child behavior, age-appropriate activities, emergency protocols, professionalism, and leadership, with a focus on safety for both the sitter and children. First aid and CPR will not be covered. Upon successful completion, participants receive a certification to share with potential employers. Space is limited.

  • Ages: 11 – 15
  • Registration: Jan. 6 – Feb. 14
  • Class: March 10, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Fees: Resident: $60 | Non-Resident: $70
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

Register for Babysitter’s Training

Child and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

This American Red Cross course complements the Babysitter’s Training class. Participants will learn to respond to first aid emergencies, including choking, bleeding, overdose, and shock, and receive CPR/AED instruction. The course is divided into two sessions: pediatric (newborns to 1 year old) and child (ages 1 – 12). Sign up for one session or both. Successful participants receive a two-year certification for each session completed. Space is limited.

  • Ages: 11 – 15
  • Registration: Jan. 6 – Feb. 14
  • Fees: Resident: $60 | Non-Resident: $70
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

Sessions

  • Pediatric: Tuesday, March 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Child: Wednesday, March 12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Register for First Aid/CPR/AED


Fundamental Football is an introductory program that prepares children for organized football in a fun, nonthreatening environment. The program uses age-appropriate equipment to teach basic skills such as throwing, catching, communication, and footwork. Participants also learn the fundamentals of offense and defense and showcase their skills in a scrimmage at the end of the program. Equipment is provided, and participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. Football gloves and cleats are welcome but not required. Parents or guardians are encouraged to participate with their child. There will be no class on March 12.

  • Ages: 5 – 7
  • Registration: Jan. 6 – Feb. 7
  • Season: Feb. 12 – March 26 (skip March 12) | Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
  • Fees: Resident: $45 | Non-Resident: $55
  • Location: Austin’s Colony Park, 2400 Austins Colony Parkway

Register for Fundamental Football


600 N. Randolph Avenue | 979-209-5528

*These programs and camps are not licensed child-care programs

After-School Program

This affordable after-school program offers a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for children ages 5 – 12. Designed to complement the Bryan ISD curriculum, it provides a balance of educational support, physical activity, creativity, and social development in a supervised setting.

Participants receive dedicated time for homework, along with academic tutoring opportunities. The program also includes structured outdoor play, sports, and games to promote physical health, coordination, and teamwork.

Transportation is not provided. The program is unavailable during Bryan ISD full-day holidays and the last week of the spring semester.

  • Ages: 5 – 12
  • Registration: Open through May 16
  • Fees (per month): Resident: $40 | Non-Resident: $50
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center

Spring Semester

  • Dates: Jan. 7 – May 16
  • Days/Times: Monday – Friday, 3 – 6 p.m.
  • Closed: Jan. 20; Feb. 17; March 10 – 14; April 18, 21

Register for After-School Program

Holiday Camp

Holiday Camp is offered during Bryan ISD full-day holidays throughout the academic year. Participants spend the day with peers in their age group to enhance engagement and promote age-appropriate activities. Activities include arts and crafts, educational programs, structured outdoor play, games, and sports.

  • Ages: 5 – 12
  • Registration: Jan. 6 – April 21
  • Camp: Feb. 17; March 10 – 14; April 21 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Fee (per day): Resident: $6 | Non-Resident: $8
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center

Register for Holiday Camp


Start Smart Sports prepares children ages 3 – 5 for organized sports with progressive motor skills drills using age-appropriate equipment tailored to specific sports. Participants build confidence and develop crucial motor skills for future success in youth sports, all without competition or injury concerns. Equipment is provided, and participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. Parents or guardians are encouraged to participate with their child.

Baseball/Softball

Throwing, catching, batting, running, and agility

  • Ages: 3 – 5
  • Registration: Jan. 6 – March 3
  • Season: March 4 – April 8 | Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
  • Fees: Resident: $45 | Non-Resident: $55
  • Location: Bryan Regional Athletic Complex Baseball Fields, 5440 N. Texas Avenue

Register for Baseball/Softball

Soccer

Kicking, dribbling, trapping, throw-ins, and agility

  • Ages: 3 – 5
  • Registration: Jan. 6 – March 24
  • Season: March 27 – May 1 | Thursday, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
  • Fees: Resident: $45 | Non-Resident: $55
  • Location: Austin’s Colony Park, 2400 Austins Colony Parkway

Register for Soccer


Not sure which little league is yours? Search by the player’s home or school address at littleleague.org.