Adult & Senior Programs

Ongoing Programs

Cardio Dance classes turn your workout into a dance party. Enjoy high-energy line dances and choreographed routines set to upbeat R&B and old-school favorites while getting your heart rate up and your body moving.

Led by a professional instructor, each class delivers a high-energy workout with a variety of step combinations that keep muscles engaged, burns calories and make the workout feel fun rather than forced.

  • Ages: 18+
  • Days: Tuesdays | 6 – 7 p.m.
  • Fee: $5 per class
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue 
  • Registration is not required.

Get ready to step into better health with Walk with a Doc! The City of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with Baylor Scott & White, invites you to join a walk led by a doctor or health professional each month. It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends while exercising and learning ways to improve your health.

It’s free to participate, but registration is required and a waiver must be completed on-site before the walk begins. All ages are welcome, however those 17 and younger must be with an adult.

Walks are held on a Saturday from 9 - 10 a.m. The schedule is below:

Feb. 7: Benefits of Walking
Dr. Eschberger, Family Medicine
Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

March 7: Joint Health
Dr. Jadye Kee, Orthopedics
Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

April 4: Cybersecurity
Kasey Lamb, LCSW, JD, Psychology
Austin’s Colony Park, 2400 Austin’s Colony Parkway

May 2: How to Avoid Weight Regain
Dr. Kris Knoop, Family Medicine
Austin’s Colony Park, 2400 Austin’s Colony Parkway

For outdoor walks, participants will meet at the Austin’s Colony Park pavilion. In the event of inclement weather, outdoor walks will be held inside Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue.

Register for Walk With a Doc


About Walk with a Doc

Since its inception in 2005 by cardiologist Dr. David Sabgir, Walk with a Doc has grown into a nationwide movement that creates healthier communities by combining the power of physical activity, health education, social connection and time in nature.

For more information, contact Maddie Green by email at mgreen@bryantx.gov or call 979-209-5518.

Ongoing Programs Ages 55+

Senior adults are invited to a new weekly game day, with fun games, coffee and a chance to hang out with new and old friends! Games include Jenga, dominoes, cards, Scrabble, Uno, chess, plus a special game day each month.

  • Ages: 55+
  • Dates: March 5 – May 28
  • Day / Time: Thursdays, 10 – 11 a.m. 
  • Special Game Days:
    • March 26: Singo (’70s)
    • April 30: Loteria
    • May 28: Singo (’80s)
  • Fee: $5 per person at the door 
  • Location: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

Looking for a fun way to stay active, meet new people and learn something new? Our Parks and Recreation Department invites ages 55 and older to take part in monthly socials, offering a variety of engaging activities and discussions.

The following socials are free, and registration is not required.

Upcoming Socials

Tuesday, Jan. 13: Seniors Eating Well Presentation by the Brazos Valley Food Bank

1-2 p.m.
Clara B. Mounce Library, 201 E. 26th Street

Discover easy, affordable ways to eat well, stay active and support your health. This free class covers nutrition basics using MyPlate recommendations, physical activity guidance for older adults and how to read labels to make informed choices. Attendees will learn how fiber, saturated fat, added sugars and sodium affect chronic disease prevention, and get strategies for eating well on a budget. Participants will leave with practical tips, easy recipes for up to two people and helpful resources for healthy living at any budget.


Tuesday, Feb. 17: Café Game Time

10 – 11 a.m.
Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

Enjoy coffee and games with new and old friends. Play popular games like Scrabble, chess, dominoes, cards and more.


Tuesday, March 10: Texas A&M Cognitive Lab Discussion & Activity

10 – 11 a.m.
Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

Come for an interesting discussion about keeping your brain healthy, stay for a fun game of Brain Health Bingo! This social will be led by the Texas A&M University Cognitive Lab.


Tuesday, April 14: Sunshine & Steps

10 – 11 a.m.
Tanglewood Park, 3901 Carter Creek Parkway

Enjoy a springtime walk with friends. Hats, closed-toe shoes and a water bottle are recommended, although water will also be provided.


Tuesday, May 12: Loteria

10 – 11 a.m.
Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

Loteria is a traditional Mexican game of chance, similar to bingo but played with a deck of illustrated cards instead of numbers. 


For more information, email mgreen@bryantx.gov or call 979-209-5518.

Seasonal Programs

Down, set, hut!

  • Ages: 18+
  • Season: March 19-April 30 (End date may vary based on the number of teams and weather.)
  • Game Nights: Thursdays | 6:30, 7:15, 8, 8:45 and 9:30 p.m.
  • Fee: Residents: $250 per team | Non-Residents: $275 per team
  • Location: Bryan Regional Athletic Complex, Soccer Fields, 5440 N. Texas Avenue
  • Registration: Jan. 5 – March 6

Register for Co-Ed 5-on-5 Flag Football

League Information

Schedules: League schedules are created after registration closes and emailed to the team manager or designated contact. Schedules, standings and league updates are also available on the Team Sideline website at teamsideline.com/bryantx. Teams are responsible for checking the website regularly.

Refunds: No refunds will be issued once schedules have been finalized.

Season Format: The regular season consists of six to eight games, depending on the number of teams registered. The season concludes with a single-elimination tournament featuring the top six teams from each division.

League Format: Thursday night 5-on-5 league with an open division format.

Equipment: Flags are provided for game days.

Rosters: Signed team rosters are due before the first game. Players may be added through the end of the regular season. Rosters are limited to a maximum of 12 players and must include each player’s name, signature, address and phone number. All roster changes must be submitted in writing or in person at the City of Bryan’s Parks and Recreation Office. All teams must follow proper registration procedures to remain eligible for league play. A free agent list is not available.

Rules: TAAF rules apply unless otherwise noted in local league rules. Managers will receive a copy of local league rules before the season begins.

Awards: The championship team will receive a team trophy and championship T-shirts.

Cornhole is a popular lawn game where teams take turns throwing bean bags at an inclined wooden board with a hole at one end. Points are scored by landing a bag on the board or tossing it through the hole, with the first team to reach 21 points winning.

This league runs for eight weeks and includes up to 10 games per team, with teams playing up to two games per week. The season concludes with a single-elimination tournament to determine the league champion.

  • Ages: 21+
  • Dates: May 7 – June 25 
  • Days / Times: Thursdays, 7 – 9 p.m.
  • Fee: $50 per team
  • Location: Bryan Regional Athletic Complex, Soccer Fields, 5440 N. Texas Avenue
  • Registration: March 1 - May 1

League Information

Schedules: League schedules will be created after registration closes and emailed to the team manager or designated contact. Schedules, standings and league updates will also be available on the Team Sideline website at teamsideline.com/bryantx. Teams are responsible for checking the website regularly.

Refunds: No refunds will be issued once schedules have been finalized.

Season Format: The League will consist of a 10 game minimum for each team. Teams will play 2 games per week. The season will end with all teams participating in a single elimination tournament to determine the league champions.

Teams: Each team consists of two players. An alternate may be used if added to the roster before play. Once an alternate begins a game, they must complete the entire game.

Equipment and Rules: Cornhole boards and bags are provided by the City of Bryan’s Parks and Recreation Department. Players may bring their own bags, but they must be approved by the American Cornhole Organization (ACO) or American Cornhole League (ACL). Bags may not be switched during a game. Games are played to 21 points and must be won by two points. There is no bust rule for exceeding 21.

Awards: The championship team will receive a plaque.

Interested in learning to play pickleball, but don’t know where to start? Sign up for this five-week program to join other beginners. Participants must bring their own paddle and pickleballs.

  • Ages: 18+
  • Fee: $30 for all five sessions
  • Schedule: Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6 p.m.: Warm up and stretching | 6 – 7 p.m.: Session
    • March 4: Rules, ground strokes and drives
    • March 11: Serving and volleying
    • March 18: Serving, volleying and dinking
    • March 25: Skill practice rotations
    • April 1: Mini tournament
  • Location: Bryan Tennis Center in Austin's Colony Park, 2496 Austin's Colony Parkway
  • Registration: Jan. 5 – Feb. 27

Register for Introduction to Pickleball

Questions? Contact: Maddie Green, Recreation Coordinator, mgreen@bryantx.gov or 979-209-5518

Hit for the fences in the City of Bryan’s co-ed and men’s softball leagues.

Co-Ed League

  • Ages: 18+
  • Season: Feb. 23 - April 27 (End date may vary based on the number of teams and weather.)
  • Game Nights: Mondays | 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m.
  • Fee: $300 per team
  • Location: Bryan Regional Athletic Complex, Soccer Fields, 5440 N. Texas Avenue
  • Registration: Jan. 5 – Feb. 13

Register for Co-Ed Softball League


Men’s League

  • Ages: 18+
  • Season: Feb. 24 - April 28 (End date may vary based on the number of teams and weather.)
  • Game Nights: Tuesdays | 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m.
  • Fee: $350 per team
  • Location: Bryan Regional Athletic Complex, Soccer Fields, 5440 N. Texas Avenue
  • Registration: Jan. 5 – Feb. 13

Register for Men's Softball League


League Information

Schedules: League schedules are created after registration closes and will be emailed to the team manager or designated contact. Schedules, standings and league updates are also available on the Team Sideline website at teamsideline.com/bryantx. Teams are responsible for checking the website regularly.

Refunds: No refunds will be issued once schedules have been finalized.

Season Format: Each regular season consists of six to eight games, depending on the number of teams registered. The season concludes with a double-elimination tournament featuring the top six teams from each division.

League Format: 

  • Co-ed league: Monday night recreational league
  • Men’s league: Tuesday night “D” Division league

Equipment: Flags are provided for game days.

Rosters: Signed team rosters are due before the first game. Players may be added through the end of the regular season. Rosters are limited to a maximum of 20 players and must include each player’s name, signature, address and phone number. All roster changes must be submitted in writing or in person at the City of Bryan’s Parks and Recreation Office. All teams must follow proper registration procedures to remain eligible for league play. A free agent list is not available.

Rules: USA Softball/TAAF rules apply unless otherwise noted in local league rules. Managers will receive a copy of local league rules before the season begins.

Awards: The championship team will receive a team trophy and championship T-shirts.

Facilities

2496 Austin’s Colony Parkway | 979-209-5528

Covered courts are located within Austin’s Colony Park, adjacent to Harvey Mitchell Elementary School. The facility features three lighted tennis courts and 12 lined pickleball courts. Pickleball nets are available for setup. Restrooms are located at the pavilion within walking distance.

A membership is required to access and reserve the facility. Courts are first-come, first-served unless reserved. Membership also provides access to the pickleball courts at Neal Recreation Center during open gym.

Purchase your membership by visiting the Parks and Recreation Office at 1309 E. Martin Luther King Street. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Renewals and reservations can be completed online.

Facility Hours: Monday – Sunday | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.

  • Quarterly Memberships
    Individual: Resident: $50 | Non-Resident: $60
  • Annual Memberships
    Individual: Resident: $180 | Non-Resident: $216
    Family (two people): $360 | Non-Resident: $432
  • Court Reservations (per hour)
    Resident: $15 | Non-Resident: $18
  • Facility Reservations (per hour)
    Resident: $45 | Non-Resident: $54

Renew Membership

Open gym hours are designated by sport. Courts are available first-come, first-served. Reservations aren’t accepted.

Programs will not be held when the facility is closed for holidays. View this web page to view holiday closure information. 

Rules: 

  • Players are required to form teams from the player who paid for open gym time. 
  • Players are required to call their own fouls
  • Sportsmanship is required at all times; profanity or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated. 

Location address: Neal Recreation Center, 600 N. Randolph Avenue

Pickleball

Three courts are available. Bring your own paddle and pickleballs.

  • Ages: 18+
  • Days: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
  • Fee: $5 or Bryan Tennis Center Membership

Basketball

One full court. Basketball provided upon request and must show ID. 

  • Ages: 18+
  • Days: Tuesdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
  • Fee: $5

Volleyball

Two courts and volleyballs are available.

  • Ages: 18+
  • Days: Thursdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
  • Fee: $2 per person