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Holiday Camps
BREC Holiday Camps
Click the links below for Holiday Camp information.
Athletics
HOLIDAY BASKETBALL CAMP
Sports Academy Holiday Camps will teach new drills and techniques that will help you dominate on the court during this holiday season! Campers will go through various stations, competitions and five vs. five games that will help improve their overall game as well as individual abilities and basketball IQ.
SPORTS ACADEMY
Fall Camp: Nov. 20-22 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Ages: 6-14 / $42 per child
Registration: Oct. 1-31
Winter Camp
Session 1: Dec. 18-22 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$70 per child
Session 2: Dec. 26-29 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$56 per child
Session 3: Jan. 2-5 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$56 per child
Ages: 6-14
Registration: Nov. 1-30
HOLIDAY SPORTS FALL CAMP
This year Oschner Performance Training Camp with be joining the BREC Athletics Fall Holiday Sports Camp!
Athletes ages 7-14 will get stronger, become faster and improve their overall athleticism with workouts, drills and more!
Oschner Performance Training Camp -- 9am-noon: Each day will consist of a great Warm-up, Speed/Agility, Plyometric, Strength Training, Core/Conditioning, and Flexibility. Athletes will learn proper Sprinting Techniques, as well as how to properly change direction. Plyometric will begin with jumping and landing techniques, and then progress to more complex plyometrics that include small hurdles and/or different directions. During Strength Training, the athletes will learn the basic movements of Strength Training which create a foundation to build upon as they mature in their athletic careers. Core and Conditioning will be the most challenging portion of the workout, as the athletes will be pushed through tough calisthenics and cardio training. There will also be Competitions to create a fun, competitive environment! All athletes will participate in Baseline Testing and Post-Testing to see some great results in their overall speed, jumping, strength, and conditioning!
BREC Fall Holiday Sports Camp -- Noon-5:30 pm: BREC Kathy Drive Sport Camps will teach new drills and techniques that will help you dominate on the court and field during this holiday season! Campers will go through various stations, competitions and focus on varies sports like baseball, football, and soccer, that will help improve their overall game as well as individual abilities in various sports.
KATHY DRIVE PARK
Nov. 20-22 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Ages: 7-14
Cost: $100 for 9 a.m.-noon / $142 for All Day
Registration: Oct. 1-Nov. 15
HOLIDAY SPORTS WINTER CAMP
BREC Kathy Drive Sport Camps will teach new drills and techniques that will help you dominate on the court and field during this holiday season! Campers will go through various stations, competitions and focus on varies sports like baseball, football, and soccer, that will help improve their overall game as well as individual abilities in various sports.
KATHY DRIVE PARK
Winter Camp
Session 1: Dec. 18-22 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$70 per child
Session 2: Dec. 26-29 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$56 per child
Session 3: Jan. 2-5 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$56 per child
Ages: 6-14
Registration: Nov. 1-30
Baton Rouge Zoo
3601 Thomas Road
225-775-3877
brzoo.org
The Baton Rouge Zoo offers Zoo Camps year-round including spring break, fall break, and winter break. Every Zoo Camp offers guided hikes through the Zoo, behind-the-scenes tours, animal encounters, keeper chats, crafts, games and snackss.
Fall Camp: Nov. 20 + 21 + 22
Winter Camp: Dec. 27 + 28 + 29
9 a.m.-4 p.m. / Ages: 6-12
Early drop off at 7:30 a.m. / Late pick up at 5:30 p.m. No additional fee
Daily: $35/child
Fall + Winter camps offer single day registration. Refunds are not available.
Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center
10503 N. Oak Hills Parkway
225-757-8905
brec.org/swamp
facebook.com/brecnaturecenter
swampevents@brec.org
Bring your child to Bluebonnet Swamp for three days of fun during the holiday breaks. They’ll be treated to nature-based activities such as arts and crafts, live animal encounters, hikes, games, and a themed afternoon snack. Each day will be comprised of different activities, and campers will need to bring a bag lunch and drink each day. Activities for fall camp will focus on living off the land and preparing for the cold; activities in winter camp will revolve around hibernation and migration. Registration opens the first day of the month prior to camp.
Autumn Harvest Camp: Nov. 20-22
Winter Wonders Camp: Dec. 27-29
7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. / Ages: 6-12 / $75
BREC Art
Milton J. Womack Park
6201 Florida Blvd
jpoulter@brec.org
brec.org/BRECart
WINTER HOLIDAY ART CAMP
Campers will create “cool,” holiday inspired art projects in an atmosphere of fun and encouragement. Art projects includes paint, clay, watercolor, pastels and mixed media.
Dec. 20-23 / 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. / Ages: 7-10 / $75
robin.mcandrew@brec.org
Camp Sunshine Holiday Camp
BREC offers holiday camps, which are perfect for school vacations, filled with friends and fun activities. This holiday camp follows the local school schedules for City of Baker, City of Central, East Baton Rouge Parish Schools and City of Zachary. Our Camp Sunshine program offers a fun-filled, holiday themed recreational curriculum for children with cognitive and developmental disabilities to include arts and crafts, passive and active games, socialization with peers and a field trip. Must have 5 campers registered for the camp to take place.
Fall Camp:
Nairn Drive Park (Ages: 8-17)
Milton J. Womack Park (Ages: 18+)
Nov. 20-22 / 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Winter Camp:
Nairn Drive Park (Ages: 8-17)
Milton J. Womack Park (Ages: 18+)
Dec. 26-29 + Jan. 2-5 + 8-9 / 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
$75 per camper
Community Recreation
Fall Holiday Community Recreation Camps
BREC offers holiday camps, which are perfect for school vacations, filled with friends and fun activities. Your children are going to have a blast! This fun filled holiday themed camp includes various arts and crafts, guest speakers, games, friends, a field trip, and much more. Holiday camps will follow the school schedules of Zachary, Baker, Central, and East Baton Rouge Parish Schools systems.
ANNA T. JORDAN COMMUNITY PARK + CHURCH STREET PARK + FOREST COMMUNITY PARK + HIGHLAND ROAD COMMUNITY PARK + INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY PARK + LOVETT ROAD PARK
Nov. 20-22 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. / Ages: 6-12 / $75
Winter Holiday Community Recreation Camps
BREC offers holiday camps, which are perfect for school vacations, filled with friends and fun activities. Your children are going to have a blast a fun-filled variety of holiday themed recreational curriculum to include various arts and crafts, guest speakers, passive and active games, socialization with peers and much more.
LOVETT ROAD PARK:
Dec. 26-29 + Jan. 2-5 + 8-9 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
ANNA T. JORDAN COMMUNITY PARK + FOREST COMMUNITY PARK + INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY PARK + HIGHLAND ROAD COMMUNITY PARK:
Dec. 18-22 + 26-29 + Jan. 2-4 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
CHURCH STREET PARK:
Dec. 21-22 + 26-29 + Jan. 2-5 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Ages: 6-12
Conservation
Palomino Drive Park - 14100 Palomino Drive, Central, LA 70739
conservation@brec.org
brec.org/conservation
NATURE EXPLORERS FALL CAMP
Nature Explorers Camp is all about getting your child outside for a hands-on exploration of nature. Bring your camper to Palomino Drive Park for three days of fun during the Spring Break. Campers will explore the park, learn exciting facts, and enjoy the great outdoors. Our activities are designed to keep your camper engaged, learning, and having a blast throughout the entire camp. These will include themed outdoor games, fishing, crafts, and experiments. Each day will be comprised of different activities, and campers will need to bring a bag lunch, drink, and snack each day. This Fall Camp will be focused on preparing for winter the natural way, looking both at how plants and animals transition for winter and how Nature Explorers can help with this process.
Nov. 20-21 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. / Ages: 7-12 / $50
Farr Park Equestrian Center
6402 River Road
225-769-7805
brec.org/farr
Camille.chapman@brec.org
Our Holiday Riding Camps will teach your child basic riding skills, horsemanship, horse care, and stable management, in addition to fun crafts and friendship, while enjoying the beautiful weather outdoors. These camps will focus on either English or Western riding in a smaller, more concentrated environment. Campers are taught by an instructor specializing in the chosen discipline. All campers will have their own horse and ride for a total of 1-2 hours per day. Maximum of 10 riders per camp.
Fall Camp
Western: Nov. 20 / English: Nov. 21
$75 per camper
Winter Camp
Western: Dec. 20 + 21 / English: Dec. 27 + 28
$150 per camper
8 a.m.-1 p.m. / Ages: 9-12
Highland Road Park Observatory
13800 Highland Road
225-768-9948
hrpo.org
observatory@brec.org
SPACE EXPLORATION CAMP
Campers review highlights of American space program via interactive demos and games. Each session has a theme, chemical rocket construction and science inquiry activities. Registration deadline is one week before camps begin.
Fall Camp: Nov. 20-21 / 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Winter Camp: Dec. 27-28 / 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages: 9-13 / $55
Magnolia Mound
2161 Nicholson Dr.
225-343-4955
brec.org/magnoliamound
facebook.com/brecmagnoliamound
Campers will explore early 19th century history and make Fall-themed crafts. From touring the historic house to playing old-fashioned games, campers will love learning about the past. The two days will end with an open-hearth cooking demonstration and a visit to the museum store.
Nov. 20-21 / 9 a.m.-4 p.m. / Ages: 7-12 / $50
Early Drop-off: 7:30 a.m.-9 a.m.
Late pick-up: 4-5:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Nov. 16
Outdoor Adventure
No upcoming holiday camps at this time
Tennis
Capital One Tennis Center at City Park
1515 Dalrymple Dr.
225-343-3767
GOBBLE GOBBLE TENNIS CAMP Three-day camp includes tennis instruction.
Nov. 20-22 / 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Ages: 6-16 / $130
Registration deadline: Nov. 17
JINGLE BELLS TENNIS CAMP Four-day camp includes tennis instruction.
Dec. 18-21 / 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Ages: 6-16 / $160
Registration deadline: Dec. 15
Greenwood Community Park Tennis Center
13350 Hwy. 19
225-778-4040
FALL HOLIDAY YOUTH PICKLEBALL CLINIC
Clinic offers options for one or two days.
Nov. 20 + Nov. 22 / 8:30-11:30 a.m. / Ages: 6-17
One Day: $10
Two Days: $18
Registration deadline: Nov. 17
WINTER HOLIDAY YOUTH PICKLEBALL CLINIC
Clinic offers options for one, two, or three days.
Dec. 18 + Dec. 20-21 / 8:30-11:30 a.m. / Ages: 6-17
One Day: $10
Two Days: $18
Three Days: $25
Registration deadline: Dec. 15
Highland Road Community Park Tennis Center
14024 Highland Road
225-766-0247
TURKEY JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP Three-day camp includes tennis instruction.
Nov. 20-22 / Ages: 4-16
Full day: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
$45/day or $125/all three days
Half day: 9-11:30 a.m.
$35/day or $98/all three days
Registration deadline: Nov. 17 / $10 late fee
HOLIDAY JUNIOR TENNIS CAMPFour-day camp includes tennis instruction.
Dec. 18-21 / Ages: 4-16
Full day: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
$45/day or $165/all four days
Half day: 9-11:30 a.m.
$35/day or $128/all four days
Registration deadline: Dec. 15 / $10 late fee
AFTER HOLIDAY JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP
Three-day camp includes tennis instruction.
Dec. 27-29 / Ages: 4-16
Full day: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
$45/day or $125/all three days
Half day: 9-11:30 a.m.
$35/day or $98/all three days
Registration deadline: Dec. 22 / $10 late fee
Independence Community Park Tennis Center
7505 Independence Blvd
225-923-2792
FALL HOLIDAY JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP
Three-day camp includes tennis instruction.
Nov. 20-22 / Ages: 5-16 / $115
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Monday + Tuesday)
8:30-11:30 a.m. (Wednesday)
Registration deadline: Nov. 17
HOLIDAY JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP
Four-day camp includes tennis instruction.
Dec. 18-21 / Ages: 5-16 / $155
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Monday-Wednesday)
8:30-11:30 a.m. (Thursday)
Registration deadline: Dec. 15