Youth Programs

Big achievements in life start with small successes. Like learning how to be part of a team. Or figuring out that excellence comes from a daily commitment of time and hard work. Tampa's parks give children a chance to learn those life lessons, to experience success early and to dream big. Parks build future leaders by giving youth the opportunity to lead. Personal Achievements - It Starts in Parks!

Our community centers and playgrounds provide a safe, structure and fun environment for children 5-17 years old as well as for adults, seniors and people with disabilities. We provide opportunities for living, learning and leading full and productive lives. The City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department is offering a variety of classes, after school activities, and homework assistance.

Tot Program

The Children's Adventure and Movement Program (C.A.M.P.) is offered to children 3 years to 5 years of age at several facilities throughout the City. This exciting program was created to give children in this age group an opportunity to participate in recreational activities such as physical fitness, arts & crafts, drama, singing, dance, and games. The program is conducted by trained leaders. For more information, please contact the program coordinator at 274-7717.

After School Activities Program

Your park is the coolest place to be after school. Parks offers structured after school programs for youth ages 5-17 at 29 sites throughout Tampa. The After School Activities Program includes homework help, computer instruction, arts and crafts, and sports and athletics.

Program Schedule:       Monday - Friday
                                         2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

The After School Activities Program will begin on Monday, August 18, 2008 and will be held Monday-Friday from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the 29 park locations listed below. The fee is $12/school year, plus material fees. Registration is held at each site and is filled on a first-come first-serve basis. Class size is limited.

To register your child for the After School Activities Program, parents must go to the facility in person. Space cannot be reserved over the phone.
 

After School Activity Program Locations

American Legion Park Activity Center 106 E. Sligh Ave. • 33604 231-5275	Grant Park Activity Center 3724 54th St. •33619 622-1910	Marcelo Chelo Huerta Friendship Activity Center 4124 W. Bay to Bay Blvd. • 33629 832-1200
Benito Activity Center 10065 Cross Creek Blvd. • 33647 907-2863	Henry and Ola Park 502 W. Henry Ave. • 33604 231-5279	Oak Park Community Center 5300 E. 14th Ave. • 33619 622-1904
Copeland Park Community Center 11001 N. 15th St. • 33612 975-2743	Highland Pines Activity Center 4505 E. 21st Ave. • 33605 620-3296	Port Tampa Community Center 4702 W. McCoy St. • 33616 832-1215
Cuscaden Park Activity Center 2900 N. 15th St. • 33605   242-5311	Hunt Community Center @ Al Lopez Park 4810 N. Himes Ave. • 33614 348-1172	Rey Park Community Center 2301 N. Howard Ave. • 33607 259-1673
Cyrus Greene Community Center 2101 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. • 33610 242-5350	NFL YET Center @ Jackson Heights 3310 E. Lake Ave. • 33610 242-5346	Robles Park Activity Center 3305 N. Avon Ave. • 33603 274-7877
Desoto Park Activity Center 2617 E. Corrine St • 33605 242-5307	Kate Jackson Community Center 821 S. Rome Avenue •33606 259-1704	Temple Crest Community Center 8116 N. 37th St. • 33604 989-7606
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center 2200 N. Oregon Ave. • 33607 259-1667 (259-1668 – Gym)	Kathryn Malone Activity Center @ Giddens Park 5209 N. 12th St. • 33603 231-5284	Wellswood Park Activity Center 4918 N. Mendenhall Dr. • 33603 348-2060
Fair Oaks Community Center 5019 N. 34th St • 33610 231-5277 or 231-5276	Kid Mason Community Center 1101 N. Jefferson Ave. • 33602 274-8366	Williams Park Activity Center 4362 E. Osborne Ave. • 33610 622-1900 or 635-3482
Forest Hills Community Center 724 W. 109th Ave. • 33612 931-2105	Kwane Doster Community Center @ Southwest Port Tampa Park 7506 S. Morton St. • 33616 832-1202	Woodland Terrace Activity Center 6410 N. 32nd St. • 33610 231-5211
George Bartholomew North Tampa Community Center 8608 N. 12th St. • 33604 931-2109	Loretta Ingraham Community Center 1615 N. Hubert Ave. • 33607 348-1175

Mayor's Youth Corps

The Mayor’s Youth Corps provides young people with a voice, helps them be more involved in decisions that affect their lives, and strives to advance their participation in society and civic life. Learn more.