YOUTH PROGRAMS

Welcome to Texas A&M Rec Sports’ Youth Programs! Our mission is to offer recreational opportunities for youth in the Bryan-College Station community, while enhancing the education experience of Texas A&M students. Specifically designed for children, our program aims to instill a lifelong appreciation for fitness, camaraderie, and enjoyment. We extend a warm invitation to young Aggies to discover the engaging side of physical activity through recreational games, team sports, swimming, and outdoor adventures. Our activities are thoughtfully curated to not only cultivate a lasting interest in recreational sports but also to foster a sense of accomplishment across physical, social, and emotional realms.

In addition to benefiting local kids, our program also provides valuable work experience for students at Texas A&M, who now have the opportunity to become camp counselors for summer camps. This offers a chance to actively contribute to the positive experiences of young participants while gaining essential leadership skills.

Spring Break Camp

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Join Youth Programs at this year’s Spring Break Camp!

​Join ​us ​for ​an ​adventure-packed ​spring ​break ​at ​Rec ​Sports! ​Led ​by ​energetic ​Texas ​A&M ​University ​students, ​campers ​ages ​6-12 ​will ​enjoy ​sports, ​games, ​arts ​& ​crafts ​and ​exciting ​on-campus ​field ​trips. ​Every ​day ​is ​filled ​with ​fun, ​friendship ​and ​Aggie ​spirit!

Events Details:

    • Date: March 9 – 13, 2026
    • Time: 7:45am – 5:15pm
    • Ages: 6 – 12 (must be 6 by the start of the camp)
    • Price: $210* / $250**

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for your kids to have a blast over Spring Break. We can’t wait to see you there!

*Member Price **Non-Member Price |  Activities are subject to change

Registration Information

Registration opens on Monday, Feb. 2. For updates and future offerings, join our listerv.

“Summit Seekers” Specialty Climbing Camp

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Large indoor bouldering wall with colorful climbing holds and padded flooring beneath it.
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Alt text: Child wearing a harness climbs a tall indoor rock wall with blue and black holds.

Rise, climb, repeat — all summer long!

In partnership with our Outdoor Adventures team, this specialty half-day climbing camp gives campers hands-on experience with the fundamentals of indoor rock climbing on our brand-new climbing wall. Campers will learn climbing techniques and skills while building confidence, teamwork, and a spirit of adventure!

Events Details:

    • Date: June 8 – 12, 2026
    • Time: 7:45am – 12:30pm
    • Ages: 10 – 15(must be 10 by the start of the camp)
    • Price: $225* / $250**

*Member Price **Non-Member Price |  Activities are subject to change

For Summit Seekers, we are now offering an optional classic summer camp afternoon add-on exclusively

Events Details:

    • Dates: ​June ​8 ​- ​June ​12, ​2026
    • Time: 12:30pm – 5:15pm
    • Ages: ​10-12​(must ​be ​10 ​by ​the ​start ​of ​the ​session ​you ​are ​signing ​up ​for)
    • Price: ​$75* / ​$90**

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity for your kids to enjoy an unforgettable summer. We can’t wait to see you there!

*Member Price **Non-Member Price |  Activities are subject to change

Registration Information

Registration opens on Monday, Feb. 2. For updates and future offerings, join our listerv.

Summer Camp

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Experience the Ultimate Summer Adventure
at Rec Sports Summer Camp!

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of fun and excitement at Rec Sports Summer Camp! Designed for kids ages 6 – 12, our weekly sessions run Monday through Friday and are led by enthusiastic Texas A&M University students. Campers will dive into cool swimming sessions, unleash their creativity with arts & crafts, play action-packed sports, and enjoy classic camp games. Every day is a chance to make new friends, try something new, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Join us for a summer filled with 9 weekly session of adventure, learning, and Aggie spirit!

Events Details:

    • Dates: ​June ​1 ​- ​July ​31, ​2026
    • Time: ​7:45am ​- ​5:15pm
    • Ages: ​6 -12 ​(must ​be ​6 ​by ​the ​start ​of ​the ​session ​you ​are ​signing ​up ​for)
    • Price: ​$210* / ​$250**

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity for your kids to enjoy an unforgettable summer. We can’t wait to see you there!

*Member Price **Non-Member Price |  Activities are subject to change

Is lunch provided?

No – campers need to bring their own lunch and two snacks that do not require refrigeration or heat.

Is there an option to pay by day or a discount if they can’t attend the full week?

No – the price of camp is charged per session. We are not able to offer a refund for missed days within a session.

Are sibling discounts offered?

No – discounts are offered for current members of Rec Sports.

Can I transfer my child to a different session if our plans change?

Transfers are available depending on availability in other sessions. Contact [email protected] to request a transfer.

Are we allowed to pack peanut butter?

We do allow nuts and nut butter. We offer nut-free seating at lunch and snacks for any campers with nut allergies. Please notify us if your child has a nut or other food allergy.

Is there a swim test?

Yes – swim tests are conducted on the first day of each session by the lifeguards at Rec Sports. Campers who do not pass the test must wear a coast guard certified life jacket. Campers will have the option to retest on Tuesday of the same session.

Are life jackets provided?

A limited number of life jackets are available for those who do not pass the swim test. We encourage you to pack your own if you prefer that your camper wears a life jacket.

What is the EIN number?

The Rec Sports EIN is 746000531.

Registration Information

Registration opens on Monday, Feb. 2. For updates and future offerings, join our listerv.

Summer Camp Add-On: Swim Lessons

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New this summer! In partnership with our Aquatics team, Youth Programs now offers weekly swim lessons as an exciting add-on option for campers to build confidence and water safety skills.

  1. Dates: June 1 – July 31, 2026 (9 weekly Sessions)
  2. Time: 8:45am – 10am (lessons are 30 minutes and occur during the regularly scheduled free swim time. campers will still get to participate in free swim when their lesson is complete)
  3. Ages: 6-12 (must be 6 by the start of the session you are signing up for)
  4. Price: $75

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity for your kids to enjoy an unforgettable summer. We can’t wait to see you there!

Activities are subject to change

Youth Programs Staff

Sarah Beth Heiar, Youth Programs Director

Sarah Beth Heiar
Director, Youth Programs
[email protected]
(979) 458-3769

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Jason Kurten
Associate Director – Programs
[email protected]
(979) 845-0383