Thankfully, the cooler days of autumn are approaching, and that means football games and excited kids going back to school, among other delights. For the Parks and Recreation Department, the subsiding heat also means an impressive lineup of engaging fall programs and events for all ages. Continue reading Registration is underway for our dazzling fall lineup of adult and youth recreational programs
The upcoming new year offers a superb lineup of fresh and engaging programs and events for all ages and abilities. Registration is already underway, and we have no residency requirements. Here’s a look at the Parks and Recreation lineup through April 30. Continue reading The new year offers a superb lineup of fresh and appealing parks programs and sports leagues
While sports fans can create a great atmosphere, they can also become a serious distraction when their behavior becomes inappropriate. Being an enthusiastic fan supporting your favorite team can be a tremendous and rewarding experience – if you participate positively and constructively.
Continue reading Don’t allow your intense passion as a fan overpower the pure beauty of sports
Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and Ping-Pong. If you’re at least 16 years old, you can learn to play or hone your skills through College Station Parks and Recreation’s intro pickleball program, which is scheduled from 4:30-5:30 p.m. each Sunday from Sept. 23 through Oct. 28 at Bee Creek Park. Continue reading How to become part of the pickleball craze
By Ward Davis, Athletic Activities Assistant
The Parks and Recreation Department prides itself on providing quality athletic programs, including the addition of exciting new sports to our lineup of adult and youth leagues.
One of those recent additions is Ultimate Frisbee, a non-contact team sport that has quickly gained popularity around the world.
By teaming up with BCS Ultimate, we hope to encourage local interest and participation. Registration is underway for our Coed Ultimate Frisbee League for ages 16 and up, and play begins Feb. 24.
“Ultimate Frisbee is a team sport focused on camaraderie and good sportsmanship as well as athleticism,” BCS Ultimate League Manager Stephanie Browning said. “Coed teams are led by members of Bryan-College Station Ultimate. Players from novice to advanced levels participate together on balanced teams in a multi-week league. Fundamentals, strategy, and instruction are integrated each week.”
Continue reading “Fast-paced Ultimate Frisbee comes to College Station”
Ah, the golden years. A time for dominos, naps, knitting, bingo, and the occasional trip to Luby’s followed by the 6 o’clock news.
Sound familiar?
Well, it’s not reality these days because older adults are much more likely to be participating in sports and recreational activities than living those stereotypical sedentary lifestyles. Some active seniors are satisfied with walking, water aerobics, tai chi and watching the grandchildren, while others are eager to find some friendly competition.
You must be logged in to post a comment.