Youth Programs

Ongoing Programs & Camps

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

Neal Recreation Center After-School Program

Our affordable program is designed to complement and support Bryan ISD curriculum, offering a balanced blend of educational support, physical activity, creativity and social development in a safe and supervised environment.

The program consists of:

  • Homework Assistance and Tutoring: Dedicated time and support for completing homework assignments. Participants have an opportunity to receive academic tutoring to review material from school.
  • Physical Activities: Structured outdoor play, sports, and games, to promote physical health, coordination and teamwork skills.

Transportation is not provided.

  • Ages: 5 – 12
  • Dates: Jan. 7 – May 15
  • Days / Times: Monday – Friday, 3 – 6 p.m.
  • Closed: Program is not offered during Bryan ISD Student Holiday Breaks: Jan. 6 & 19; Feb. 16; March 9-13; and April 3 & 6
  • Monthly Fee: $40 Residents | $50 Non-Residents
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Ave.
  • Registration: Ongoing

Register for After-School Program

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

School Holiday Camp

Need a safe and fun place for your child to go during school holidays? Sign them up for our School Holiday Camp where they will get to hang out with their own age group and participate in age-appropriate activities that include arts, crafts, educational programs, structured outdoor play, games, sports and more.

  • Ages: 5 – 12
  • Dates: Feb. 16; March 9 -13 & April 6
  • Days / Times: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Daily Fee: $10 Residents | $15 Non-Residents
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Ave.
  • Registration: Ongoing, register before your desired camp date

Register for School Holiday Camp

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

Camp HERO

Camp HERO is a full-day summer camp designed to promote health, self-esteem and active engagement through games, field trips and swim days. Weekly themes guide activities that teach valuable skills, including first aid, leadership and fitness.

Campers should bring a sack lunch, snacks, a reusable water bottle, a hat, sunscreen, a towel and a change of clothes for swim days. Field trips are included in the weekly fee. Spots are limited.

  • Ages: 5 – 12
  • Dates/Times: Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 1 - July 24
  • Registration Fee: Single Child: $30 | Family: $40
  • Weekly Fee: Varies
  • Field Trip Fee: Varies
  • Location: Bowen Elementary
  • Registration: March 1 – July 17

Register for Camp Hero

Camp Schedule

Week 1 | June 1 – 5

  • Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $125 per child | $115 per additional child
  • Theme: HERO Training Academy
  • Field Trip: June 5 | Henderson Harbor

Week 2 | June 8 – 12

  • Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $135 per child | $125 per additional child
  • Theme: Team H.E.R.O.
  • Field Trip: 
    June 9 | Henderson Harbor
    June 11 | Cameron Park Zoo, Waco
    June 12 | Henderson Harbor

Week 3 | June 15 – 19

  • Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $135 per child | $125 per additional child
  • Theme: Villains Beware
  • Field Trip:
    June 16 | Henderson Harbor
    June 18 | Grand Station (ages 5 – 8)
    June 19 | Topgolf (ages 9 – 12)

Week 4 | June 22 – 26

  • Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $140 per child | $130 per additional child
  • Theme: Titans Tropical Takeover
  • Field Trip: 
    June 23 | Henderson Harbor
    June 24 | Incredible Pizza Company, Conroe
    June 26 | Henderson Harbor

Week 5 | June 29 – July 2 (Shortened Week)

  • Monday – Thursday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $100 per child | $100 per additional child
  • Theme: Mind Over Might
  • Field Trip: July 1, 1-3 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Center

Week 6 | July 6 – 10

  • Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $135 per child | $125 per additional child
  • Theme: Heroic Acts of Kindness
  • Field Trip: 
    July 7 | Henderson Harbor
    July 9 | Bryan Premiere Cinema
    July 10 | Henderson Harbor

Week 7 | July 13 – 17

  • Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $140 per child | $130 per additional child
  • Theme: HERO Creation
  • Field Trip: 
    July 14 | Henderson Harbor
    July 16 | Hawaiian Falls, Waco

Week 8 | July 20 – 24

  • Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • $125 per child | $115 per additional child
  • Theme: Nature Heroes
  • Field Trip:
    July 21 | Jumping World
    July 23 | Battle of the Camps, Neal Recreation Center

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

Neal Recreation Summer Camp

Neal Recreation Center’s full-day summer camp promotes social skills, self-esteem and active engagement, fostering growth in future leaders. The camp features weekly themes, sports, swimming, educational programs, games, crafts and field trips.

Campers should bring a reusable water bottle, hat, sunscreen, towel, a change of clothes for swimming days and a snack. Breakfast and lunch are provided by the Bryan ISD Summer Feeding Program. Field trips are optional, with an additional fee, and spots are limited.

  • Ages: 5 – 12
  • Dates: Monday - Friday, June 1 - July 24
  • Registration Fee: Residents $20 | Non-Residents $30
  • Monthly Fee: Residents $80 | Non-Residents $100
  • Field Trip Fee: Varies
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center
  • Registration: March 1 – July 17

Register for Summer Camp

Enroll in Summer Camp Session 1

Enroll in Summer Camp Session 2

Sessions

Session 1 | June 1 – 26
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Session 2 | June 29 – July 24
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Theme & Field Trip Schedule

Week 1 | June 1 – 5
Theme: Summer Kickoff
Field Trip: None

Week 2 | June 8 – 12
Theme: Sports Spectacular
Field Trip:
June 9 | Ages 5 – 8 | Jumping World | $20 per person
June 12 | Ages 9 – 12 | Grand Station Bowling | $20 per person

Week 3 | June 15 – 19
Theme: Nature Explorers
Field Trip:
June 17 | Ages 5 – 8 | Henderson Harbor | Free
June 19 | Ages 9 – 12 | Top Golf | $20 per person

Week 4 | June 22 – 26
Theme: Superhero Week
Field Trip:
June 23 | Ages 5 – 8 | Bryan Premiere Cinema | $20 per person
June 26 | Ages 9 – 12 | Spirit Ice Arena | $20 per person

Week 5 | June 29 – July 2 (Shortened Week)
Theme: Party in the USA
Field Trip: June 30 | Ages 5 – 12 | Henderson Harbor | Free

Week 6 | July 6 – 10
Theme: Christmas in July
Field Trip:
July 7 | Ages 5 – 8 | Jumping World | $20 per person
July 10 | Ages 9 – 12 | Bryan Premiere Cinema | $20 per person

Week 7 | July 13 – 17
Theme: Splash Bash
Field Trip: 
July 14 | Ages 5 – 8 | Grand Station Bowling | $20 per person
July 15 | Ages 9 – 12 | Hawaiian Falls, Waco | $45 per person

Week 8 | July 20 – 24
Theme: Camp Olympics
Field Trip: July 23 | Ages 5 – 12 | Battle of the Camps, Neal Recreation Center | Free

Seasonal Programs

Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Course

This American Red Cross certification course teaches aspiring babysitters how to respond to pediatric emergencies, including choking, bleeding, overdose and shock, as well as CPR and AED use. Enrollment is limited to 10 participants. Upon successful completion, participants earn a two-year certification.

  • Ages: 11 – 16
  • Date: Friday, April 3 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Fee: $75 Residents| $80 Non-Resident
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue
  • Registration: March 1 – April 2
  • Contact: 979-209-5528

Register for Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED 

Bryan Thunderbolts Track Club is open to athletes of all experience levels. The program focuses on proper techniques for running and individual track and field events while improving speed, agility, strength and endurance. Instruction is led by area coaches and Texas A&M athletes. Runners should bring a water bottle, tennis shoes and spikes (optional). A t-shirt is provided, and additional apparel is available for purchase through CC Creations.

  • Ages: 5 – 18
  • Program Dates: June 2 – Aug. 3
  • Fee (per person): $45
  • Location: Merrill Green Stadium, 3450 Campus Drive
  • Registration: March 1 – May 27

Register for Bryan Thunderbolts

Divisions / Years Born

  • 6U: 2020 – 2021
  • 8U: 2018 – 2019
  • 10U: 2016 – 2017
  • 12U: 2014 – 2015
  • 14U: 2012 – 2013
  • 16U: 2010 – 2011
  • 18U: 2008 – 2009

Practice Dates

  • June 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, & 30
  • July 1, 7, & 8
  • July 14, 15, 17, 21, 22, 24, 28, & 29 (State Qualifiers)

Practice Times

  • 6U: 5:15 – 6 p.m.
  • 8U & 10U: 5:45 – 7:15 p.m.
  • 12U – 18U: 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Meets

  • June 12 (Bryan): Practice Meet, Track Club only
  • June 20 (TBD): TAAF Invitational Meet
  • June 27 (TBD): TAAF Invitational Meet
  • July 10 – 11 (Waco): TAAF Region 5 Qualifier
  • July 30 – Aug. 2 (Bryan): TAAF Games of Texas

Full meet schedule details will be available soon.

Start Smart Sports prepares children and builds their confidence for organized sports without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Age-appropriate equipment is used to teach basic skills of the specific sport. Participants are encouraged to wear athletic clothes that are easy to move around in. Different drills and games will be used every week to teach different facets of the game. Parents or guardians are encouraged to participate with their child.

Start Smart Baseball / Softball

Participants will learn throwing, catching, batting, running and agility for organized tee ball, baseball and softball.

  • Ages: 3 – 5
  • Dates: March 24 – April 28
  • Days / Times: Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
  • Fee: $50 Residents | $60 Non-Residents
  • Location: Bryan Regional Athletic Complex, 5440 N. Texas Avenue
  • Registration: Feb. 1 – March 20

Register for Baseball/Softball

Facilities

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