Recreation

Recreation

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The City of Belton has a number of recreational programs that take place at the Harris Community Center, (401 N. Alexander St.) and elsewhere. These programs provide a broad range of quality recreational programs for citizens of Belton and surrounding communities. The Parks and Recreation Department is always looking to provide new recreational programs to the community. If you have the ability to teach a recreational class or have a suggestion for one, please lets us know.

 


Community GardenCommunity Garden

Located at Heritage Park (100 Park Avenue). The Garden has 39 plots, each 4 ft by 8 ft. Plots are available to residents of Belton upon request. Membership requests require applicants to show proof of residency within Belton city limits. There are no fees associated with being granted a plot, however, members are required to adhere to Garden Rules, and commit to participating in a Spring and Fall cleanup each year. To request a plot, fill out the application and return to the Belton Parks and Recreation office. Community Garden Application


Story Walk ProgramStorywalk MLK Book

The StoryWalk Program is a fun, educational, self-guided activity that places pages from Children’s books along a trail. StoryWalk was created as a way for people of all ages to combine physical activity with books and to help build children’s interest in reading while encouraging healthy activity for all. (The StoryWalk program was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg Hubbard Library). All StoryWalks will take place at the Nolan Creek Hike and Bike Trail. Tip: Park at the Harris Community Center and walk towards Yettie Polk Park. Story will be along the Hike and Bike Trail.

                 StoryWalk 2024
January 18-23: Corduroy by Don Freeman
February 15-20: A Small Kindness by Stacy McAnulty
March 1-5: What Makes Texas Texas? by Kelly Kazek
April 18-23: A Tree Is Nice by Janice May Udry
May 9-14: Love You Forever by Robert Munsch
June 13-18: Tad And Dad by David Ezra Stein
July 4-9: This Land Is Your Land by Woody Guthrie
August 8-13: Clovis Keeps His Cool by Katelyn Aronson
September 12-17: The Empanadas That Abuela Made (Bilingual) by Diane Gonzales Bertrand
October 10-15: Different: A Great Thing To Be by Heather Avis
November 14-19: Sharing The Bread by Pat Zietlow Miller
December 19-26: ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore


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Youth Advisory Commission (YAC)

The City of Belton Youth Advisory Commission is an official commission of high school students residing in Belton. The goal of YAC is to make a difference in the community and the lives of youth. YAC members coordinate and run our annual One Community One Day event. 

If you are interested in learning more about our YAC please email parksandrec@beltontexas.gov                                                                                                                                                       
                                                                                                               2023 - 2024 YAC Application   


Youth Sports Associations

League play that takes place in City of Belton Parks are ran by Youth Sports Associations. Please reach out to each association directly for information regarding registration, weather cancellations/field conditions, or scheduling.

BYBA
Belton Youth Baseball Association
Contact
P.O. Box 1111, Belton TX 76513
Games Played at: Heritage Park & Jaycee Field

BYSA
Belton Youth Softball Association
Contact
P.O. Box 1684, Belton TX 76513
Games Played at: Chisholm Trail Park Softball Complex

FC Belton
FC Belton (Soccer)
Contact
P.O. Box 147, Belton TX 76513
Games Played at: Heritage Park

BCYC
Belton Christian Youth Center
(Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball)
Contact
505 East Avenue C, Belton TX 76513
Location of Games Varies


ZumbaZumba Women Dancing

Zumba is Tuesdays, 6-7 PM, at the Harris Community Center. First class is free! After that the cost is $5 per class.  Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance-fitness program which blends red-hot international music, created by Grammy Award-winning producers, and contagious steps to form a “fitness party” that is downright addictive. Classes are taught by Ms. Ivy Foster (Licensed Zumba Instructor).  


 FencingFencing


Interested in Fencing? Join us for the Swordplay Recreation Fencing Program at the Harris Community Center on Wednesdays from 6-7 PM. $50 monthly registration and all equipment is provided upon pre-registration. This is a recreational Fencing Program with an optional achievement level that students may choose to attain through academic study, physical practice and development of skills in the program. Students of all levels learn to spar with other students in the class. Focus is on the fencing skill of decision making, speed, point control, concentration, strategy, and FUN!
For more details regarding this class, please call us at 254-933-5860.


  Untitled design (4) - CopyYoga Basics Community Class

Join instructor Andrea Steele on Thursday evenings at 6pm at the Harris Community Center. Slow down and tune inward for 60 minutes of mindful movement. All levels and bodies are welcome!
                                                  *$5 per session 
                                                  Register or sign up at soulrevivewellness