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2023 Preview Party
What is in store for 2023? Come find out with HRPO! This event will have all the excitement of the coming calendar year wrapped up into one fantastic night. Dec. 30 / 6-10 p.m.
Adult 7V7 Flag Football Tournament
BREC Athletics will host its annual 7v7 Adult Flag Football Tournament at BREC. Individuals cannot be beaten for good times and a competitive atmosphere. Join us for BREC Athletics 7v7 Flag Football tournament at BREC! Nov. 19-20 Registration: Oct. 1-31
Adult Paint Night
Join us for an adult-only art event with a twist. It is designed to encourage and inspire creativity while enjoying your favorite wine. All art supplies will be provided. Nov. 12 / 6:30-9 p.m.
Advanced Pickleball Program
This is an on-going program for advanced pickleball players who want to improve their game.
Afterschool Adventures
Afterschool just got a little more adventurous! Introducing our new afternoon recreation program for youth ages 6-12. We will focus on fitness, health, Steam activities and 21st Century Skills. Daily programming will take place from 3:30-5:30 p.m with one extended, enrichment day which will end at 7 pm (days for an extended time may vary). Our enrichment days will include field trips, guest speakers and special programming to provide unique experiences for participants. We will work with local school districts to provide transportation to our Adventure locations. Monthly fees include daily after-school programming including early release days. The optional, extended service offering will be provided for teacher workdays and participants will also receive benefits of early bird registration and discount rates for our holiday camps when enrolled in the current monthly programming. Antioch starts on Aug 8 Zachary starts on Aug 9 Lovett Starts on Aug 11 Monday-Friday / 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Archery Academy
Archery Academy is designed to take you from archery newbie to bullseye bound in four short weeks. Our instructors will provide you with basic archery instruction, and educate participants on common archery equipment, and safe archery practices. You will spend lots of time shooting with plenty of opportunities to practice your newfound archery skills. We meet once a week for four weeks to review and practice skills, ending in an explosive conclusion! Both youth and adults are welcome. All equipment is provided.
Art Imagination
Join us today, we offer great hands-on classes for ages 5+. You will find all the things that you love most about art. Participants will create arts and crafts projects while enjoying soft music. Wednesdays / 5-6 p.m.
Art In Motion: Independence
Want to learn how to dance? This program will teach you the basics of the genres of jazz, tap, ballet and hip hop. It is open to all levels of dance skills. Bring your moves and come join us to get your groove on. A recital will be held at the end of the program to show off the dance routines learned. Tuesdays / Sept. 6-Dec. 27 5-6 p.m. / Ages 3-5 6-7 p.m. / Ages 6-9 7-8 p.m. / Ages 10-17 Registration begins: Aug. 8
Art In Motion: Perkins Road
Want to learn how to dance? This program will teach you the basics of the genres of jazz, tap, ballet and hip hop. It is open to all levels of dance skills. Bring your moves and come join us to get your groove on. A recital will be held at the end of the program to show off the dance routines learned. Tuesdays / Sept. 6-Dec. 27 5:30-6:30 p.m. / Ages: 6-9 6:30-7:30 p.m. / Ages:10-15 Registration begins: Aug. 8
Art UnWined
Tired of the same ol’paint and drink?! If so, then check out BREC’s adult-only, fun and creative grown-up time outs. Each of these classes are designed to encourage and inspire while enjoying beverages and nibbles. All art supplies, nibbles and adult (or not) beverages included. Great for friend get-togethers, bridal parties, corporate team building or just making new friends! Private ART UnWINEd bookings are also available. Must be 21 to join the fun. This Fall’s Art UnWined themes have something for everyone!
Beginner Adult Tennis Clinic: Independence
This four-week program is for adults who want to learn the game of tennis.
Beginner Adult Tennis Instruction: Highland
This four-week program for beginners introduces and reinforces fundamental tennis techniques. Walk-ins accepted.
Beginner Pickleball Program
This on-going program is for adult beginners who want to learn the game of pickleball.
BREC Beginnings
BREC offers this Mother’s day out type of program as an opportunity for children ages 3-4 to experience the power of play. The recreation based curriculum focuses on peer socialization, creativity, interest exploration and more. Staff will guide children through hands-on arts & crafts projects, sing-along songs, story time, physical activity, and more. Sept. 6-Dec. 16 Monday-Thursday / 9 a.m.-noon
BREC Green Force Volunteer Training
BREC is looking to train a dedicated force of volunteers in resource management, education and programming. Learn how to help keep our habitats clean and healthy and earn rewards doing it. Only 20 volunteer hours a year commitment! Whether you want to learn more about invasive species removal, trail clearing or how to be a program or event aid, this training is for you! The training counts towards your total hours for the year. Lunch provided. MILTON J. WOMACK PARK + FIELD LOCATION Dec. 10 / 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Background check required
BREC Youth Basketball - Winter League
All Coaches are required to complete and submit a BREC Volunteer Coaches Background Check Form by September 1 of each year: www.volunteer.brec.org Teams/organizations with multiple teams and/or age groups are required to have more than one (1) coach per team per age group. Registration: Sept. 1-Dec. 16
Busy Bodies
Busy bodies are a program where seniors enjoy doing exercise with an instructor while using chairs, weights, strength bands, and balancing bars. This program addresses some of the major wellness components needed for optimal health. These areas include strength, flexibility, balance, cognition and nutrition.
Cardio at the Pavilion
Join BREC on the Geaux for active, physical movement in cardio exercise at the pavilion on Mondays. The program promotes health, wellness, and physical activity. Exercise genres will vary from week to week.
Cardio Kickboxing
Cardio Kickboxing is a martial art inspired group fitness format that is both heart-pumping and exhilarating. Using punches and kicks from disciplines such as karate, Muay Thai, and traditional boxing, participants receive a total body workout that involves utilizing multiple muscle groups to elevate the heart rate and train participants in speed, agility, and quickness while improving coordination and flexibility.
Classic Ceramics Open Studio
Spark your interest in ceramics. Participants bring their own supplies: paint/brushes/pieces or can purchase a piece from our selection. Seasoned participants provide insight on the techniques involved in the painting and glazing of ceramics. The focus of this class is not the forming of the ceramic piece but administering the paint and glaze to preformed ceramic pieces.