Youth Programs
Start Smart (Pee Wee) Sports
Start Smart Sports is a six-week instructional program that helps parents work one-on-one with their children while teaching them the fundamentals of the game. The program helps prepare children for organized youth sports by using safe and fun equipment to teach them the basic motor skills needed to compete. For more information about the program, please call 979.209.5528.
Start Smart Baseball
- Age Requirements:
3-5 years old - Fees:
Resident: $35 / Non-Resident: $45 - Location:
Travis Fields at Midtown Park - Days / Times:
Tuesdays / 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. - Fall 2023 Session Dates:
Sept. 12 – Oct. 17
Start Smart Soccer
- Age Requirements:
3-5 years old - Fees:
Resident: $35 / Non-Resident: $45 - Location:
Bryan Regional Athletic Complex - Days / Times:
Thursdays / 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. - Fall 2023 Session Dates
Sept. 14 – Oct. 19
Start Smart Basketball
- Age Requirements:
3-5 years old - Fees:
Resident: $35 / Non-Resident: $45 - Location:
Neal Recreation Center Gymnasium - Days / Times:
Wednesdays / 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. - Fall 2023 Session Dates:
Oct. 11 – Nov. 15
American Red Cross Babysitting Certification Course
Our in-person babysitter class gives you access to the best-in-class instructors who will share the latest information on child care, offer tips, and can answer all of your questions so that you’re ready to start your own babysitting business. With lecture and class activities, these courses are engaging, informative and fun.
- Ages: 11-15
- Dates: Oct. 17 – 19 (three classes available)
- Time: Noon – 5 p.m.
- Where: Neal Recreation Center
- Cost: $60 (includes first aid/CPR certificate)
- Registration Deadline: Oct. 6
- Contact: 979-209-5528
- Basic Care for Infants and Children
- Basic First Aid
- Child Behavior
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Emergency Protocols
- Professionalism
- Leadership
Neal Recreation Center Programs
600 N. Randolph, Bryan, Texas 77803
Phone: (979) 209-5210
After-School Program 2023-2024
Affordable after-school program that provides organized games and activities as well as homework assistance led by Neal Recreation Center staff and volunteers. Additional opportunities are available to participate in Girl Scouts and Big Brothers/Big Sisters. For ages 5 – 12.
- Days / Times:
Monday – Friday, Aug. 14 – May 17, 2024
3 p.m. – 6 p.m. - Program Duration:
The program occurs Monday – Friday from the start of school and ends the week before the school year ends. Early release days are included. Student Holidays are not included. *Not a state licensed child care program. - Fees:
One-Time Registration Fee: $20;
Monthly Fees: $30
Youth Sports Leagues and Clubs
Bryan Thunderbolts Track Club
The Bryan Thunderbolts Track Club is for all levels of experience with track and field events and distance running. Athletes will learn the proper techniques of running and individual track and field events, which will improve speed, agility, strength and endurance.
This is a summer only program and the season traditionally starts in June and ends in early August.
- Age Requirements: 5-18 years old
- Fees: $45
- Location: Merrill Green Stadium at Bryan High School
- Coaches: Samuel Pittman II; area coaches; Texas A&M University Track and Field Athletes
- Uniforms: T-shirt provided (Additional shirts are available for purchase)
- What to bring to practice: Water bottle, tennis shoes, and spikes (not required)
- For More Information: L.R. Heffernan : 979.209.5515
Baseball/Softball
Not sure which league is yours? Search by the player’s home or school address at littleleague.org.
(Click here for league boundaries map)
- Bryan United Little League | bryanunited.com
- Bryan National Little League | bryannationallittleleague.com
- Harvey Little League | bryanharveylittleleague.com
- Spring Pony & Bronco League | Tony Gongora 571-8899
- Pride Baseball Academy | bvpride.com
- Brazos County Softball Little League | brazoscountysoftball.com
Soccer
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- Bryan Soccer Club | www.bryansoccerclub.org
For information about other youth sports leagues in Bryan, including football, soccer, basketball, archery, swimming and wrestling, please contact the Parks and Recreation office at 979.209.5528.