check out all youth programs
Don't let your kids miss out on a great recreational experience this summer! We have a variety of camps for all ages.

• See the online recreation guide for more information.

special youth activities
A variety of youth activities are offered throughout the year. Upcoming activities include:

Saturday Night Rec N Roll is hosted for 3rd through 6th graders on most Saturday nights during the summer and school year (except holidays) from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center. Advance (prior to Saturday night drop-off time) $5 registration for one-time ID card is required and must be shown for activity admission. An $8 admission fee is charged for each event night if you pre-register. No refunds will be issued for withdrawal. If participation is not possible, you must cancel before 8:30PM the Friday prior to the Saturday scheduled to attend. You may transfer into a future SNRNR that falls within the current school year. If you do not pre-register the admission fee is $10 at the door, but you are not guaranteed to enter the event. Activities include live DJ, dancing, games, contests, gym activities, prizes and more. Call 214-509-4750 for more information. Attention: For the upcoming fall/winter, all participants must fill out a registration form and purchase an ID card. There is a fee of $5 and the card must be purchased during business hours at Joe Farmer Recreation Center. On Saturdays, the card must be purchased before 5 p.m. For the safety and security of all participants, an ID card is required to participate - no exceptions made.

programs at the recreation center
Check out the Joe Farmer Recreation Center as the first source for great youth recreation programs including a full line-up of parent and me and child drop off classes for infants through kindergarten. A complete list of courses is available by accessing the online activity guide listed as a link above.

Special programs for older youth include:

• Babysitting with American Red Cross
• Build a Custom Skateboard
• Interventions Outreach - An alcohol education program
• For more recreational activities for youth and teens, visit the The Edge at Allen Station Park page.

programs at the natatorium
Most aquatic and land fitness courses are open to youth 14 years old and up. The Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium offers year-round swimming lessons for all ages with a low student/teacher ratio. Other programs include synchronized swimming, diving, and lifeguard certification classes.