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JUNIOR ADVANCED FUN TENNIS TOURNAMENT
This tournament is for yellow ball players only and features
a singles round robin format for boys and girls ages 10-12. Provides an opportunity for those just starting yellow ball to experience tournament play and for advanced players to have competitive play. Free snacks and awards for players.
HIGHLAND ROAD COMMUNITY PARK TENNIS CENTER
June 1 / 8:30 a.m.-noon / Ages: 10-12 / $20
To register: webtrac.brec.org 225-766-0247 Registration deadline: May 29
PROGRAMS + CLINICS
Athletic Clinics + Sports
BADMINTON
Quick! Name the fastest racket sport in the world. Nope, it’s badminton! Faster than tennis, squash, jai lai and others by as much as 100 m.p.h! You may remember playing in your backyard or at picnics, but now you can play every week
at Highland Road Community Park. You will get a fabulous workout, and all ages and skill levels are welcome.
HIGHLAND ROAD COMMUNITY PARK
Tuesday + Friday / Jan. 2-May 31 / 3:30-7:30 p.m. Ages: 10+
More info: lashawna.lindsey@brec.org 225-767-4003
To register: On-site
VOLLEY UP
Participants will be inspired to learn the basic fundamentals in a creative way with other experienced volleyball players. It's designed to encourage others to get back into the fun and entergtic game of volleyball. Let's volley up and have fun!
ANNA T. JORDAN COMMUNITY PARK Thursday / Jan. 11-May 30 / 6-8 p.m.
ANTIOCH BOULEVARD PARK Tuesday-Thursday / Jan. 9-May 23 / 6-8 p.m.
BEN BURGE PARK
Wednesday / Jan. 10-April 24 / 5-7 p.m.
HIGHLAND ROAD COMMUNITY PARK Monday / Jan. 8-May 20 / 4:30-7:30 p.m.
MAYFAIR PARK
Friday / Jan. 5-April 26 / 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Ages: 16+
vselvage@brec.org 225-775-1707 (Anna T.) To register: webtrac.brec.org
Indicates Volunteer Opportunity
VOLLEY UP ACADEMY
The Volley Up Academy educates athletes so they can excel in Middle and high school. Participants will be strengthening the body, learning drills, bonding with teammates, coaches, and improving volleyball technique through thrilling and modern volleyball exercises. Volley Up will helps with molding your passion and developing respect, trust, and discipline.
HIGHLAND ROAD COMMUNITY PARK Wednesday / Jan. 3-April 24 / 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages: 11+ / $10 per session
More info: lashawna.lindsey@brec.org 225-767-4003
To register: webtrac.brec.org
Equestrian
GUIDED TRAIL RIDES
BREC's Farr Park Equestrian center is proud to offer guided trail rides on select Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy a one-hour gentle ride through the park or in the indoor arena on one of the BREC horses. This fun activity is perfect for families, groups and friends. Trail rides are by appointment only, and all riders must be at least 9 years old.
FARR PARK EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Jan. 13 + Feb. 3 + 17 + March 16 + April 13 + 27 Ride times: 9 a.m. + 10:30 a.m. + noon
Ages:9+ / $50/rider
Maximum 8 riders per ride time
More info: camille.chapman@brec.org 225-769-7805
HEARTS + HOOVES THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAM SPRING
Riders ages 6 and up with physical, mental, and social disabilities will participate in a 6-week session of riding lessons tailored to their needs. Riders enjoy a one-hour
class on horseback while learning stretching exercises, basic equitation, and games. Horseback riding is known to improve core strength and co-ordination and provide a unique social opportunity with peers. Maximum class sizes of 8 riders, with 3 instructors and up to 3 volunteer assistants per rider.
FARR PARK EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Session 1: Monday / Jan. 22-Feb. 26
Session 2: Monday / March 11-April 15
Available class times: 4:30 p.m. + 6 p.m. / Ages: 6+ $130
Pre-registration + Assessment required
Scholarships are available
To register: camille.chapman@brec.org 225-769-7805
lashawna.lindsey@brec.org 225-767-0710 (Mayfair + Highland)
More info:
To volunteer:
More info:
volunteer.brec.org camille.chapman@brec.org
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