Start Smart Baseball

Start Smart Baseball is a developmentally appropriate introductory baseball program for children 3-5 years old. The program prepares children for organized tee ball, baseball and softball in a fun non-threatening environment. Start Smart Baseball prepares children and their parents for organized baseball and softball without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Age appropriate equipment from Franklin Sports® and Hasbro® is used in teaching throwing, catching, batting, running and agility.

About the Sessions

• Age Requirements:
  3-5 years old
• Fees:
  Resident: $35 / Non-Resident: $45
• Location:
  Bryan Regional Athletic Complex
• Days / Times:
  Wednesdays / 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
• Fall 2019 Session Dates:
  Aug. 28 – Oct. 2
• Spring 2020 Session Dates:
• April 8 – May 13
• Registration:
  Register Online Here

Start Smart Basketball

Start Smart Basketball teaches children the basic motor skills necessary to play organized basketball while they work one-on-one and spend quality time with their parents. The program focuses on teaching children skills in dribbling, ball handling, passing, catching, shooting and running without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Parents are encouraged to actively participate with their children.

About the Sessions

• Age Requirements:
  3-5 years old
• Fees:
  Resident: $35 / Non-Resident: $45
• Location:
  Neal Recreation Center
• Days / Times:
  Mondays / 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
• Fall 2019 Session Dates:
  Nov. 4 – Dec. 9
• Winter 2020 Session Dates:
• Jan. 23 – Feb. 27
• Registration:
  Register Online Here

Start Smart Soccer

Start Smart Soccer is a developmentally appropriate introductory soccer program that teaches children the fundamental skills of soccer to prepare them for competitive play. Parents are encouraged to actively participate with their children.

About the Sessions

• Age Requirements:
  3-5 years old
• Fees:
  Resident: $35 / Non-Resident: $45
• Location:
  Bryan Regional Athletic Complex
• Days / Times:
  Tuesdays or Thursdays / 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
• Fall 2019 Session Dates:
  Sept. 17 – Oct. 22 (Tuesdays)
  Sept. 19 – Oct. 24 (Thursdays)
• Spring 2020 Session Dates:
• March 17 – April 21
• March 19 – April 23
• Registration:
  Register Online Here

Start Smart Tennis

Start Smart tennis teaches children the basic motor skills necessary to play organized tennis while they work one-on-one and spend quality time with their parents. The program focuses on teaching children and without the threat of competition or getting hurt. Parents are encouraged to actively participate with their children.

About the Sessions

• Age Requirements:
  5-7 years old
• Fees:
  Resident: $35 / Non-Resident: $45
• Location:
  Tiffany Park
• Days / Times:
  Wednesdays / 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
• Spring 2020 Session Dates:
  April 8 – May 13
• Registration:
  Register Online Here

Gymnasium

The gym is designed for athletic programming and is equipped with a curtain, which allows it to divide in half. New game clock and recently installed wood floors.

Classrooms

The Classrooms include an arts and crafts room, multi-media room, and multi-purpose room.

Fitness Room

Equipped with updated cardio machines, weight –training circuit, single –station machines and a complete range of free weights, bench press and dumbbells as well as a pull up machine, leg strengthening machines, TV and Radio.

After School Program 2018-2019

Neal Recreation Center staff provide supervised activities for children in grades Pre-K – 6th grade. Activities include homework help and tutorials through the America Reads and Counts program, arts & crafts, organized games and open gym time. Children are placed in groups according to their grade level: Kindergarten & 1st, 2nd & 3rd, and 4th & 5th.

• Days / Times:
  Monday – Friday / 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Program Duration:
  The program start the first day of school until school end. No transportation provided to the site.
• Fees:
  Whole School Year: $55 / Semester: $27.50

Big Brothers and Big Sisters

Texas A&M student mentors work with children on school work, lead games and activities and serve as positive role models for the children at the Neal Recreation Center. Call (979) 209-5210 for more information.

America Reads and Math Program

The Neal Recreation Center is host to the America Reads and Math Program that begins in September. This Program was developed to enhance children’s abilities in reading and math skills. Call (979) 209-5210 for more information.

Fall Carnival

Put on your Halloween costume and join the fun and games! Activities include, face painting, costume and dance contest, ring toss and much more. Admission is free. This event is for all children under the age of 10.

• Age Requirements:
  10 years old and under
• Date / Time:
  October 17 / 6 PM – 8 PM
• Cost:
  Free

Breakfast with Santa

Pictures with Santa, breakfast and Christmas –themed games and crafts. A gift will be given to the children who attend the NRC after school program.

• Dates / Times:
  Saturday, Dec. 14 / 9 AM – 11 AM
• Cost:
  Free

Thanksgiving Break Camp

• Age Requirements:
  Ages 6-14
• Location:
  Neal Recreation Center
• Dates / Times:
  Nov. 23-27 / 8 AM – 5:30 PM
• Fees:
  Resident: $5 per day / Non-resident: $7 per day

Neal Recreation Center Winter Break Camp

• Age Requirements:
  Ages 6-14
• Location:
  Neal Recreation Center
• Dates / Times:
  Dec. 23, 30, 31 & Jan. 2-3 / 8 AM – 5:30 PM
• Fees:
  Resident: $5 per day / Non-resident: $7 per day