We know that parks and recreation isn't always all fun and games, but this July, we want to celebrate everything that makes our field fun, joyful and full of excitement! This year's theme for Park and Recreation Month is Game On! So, start lacing up your fun shoes and get ready to get in the game this July!

Let's Get Physical offers the opportunity to get in shape and stay healthy while enjoying morning exercise with new friends, Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Chris Hays Community Center.

EVENT: USA Olympic Weightlifting Program (Youth) DATE(S): Mondays-Thursdays and Saturdays (Year-Round Program) TIME(S): 3:00pm – 7:00pm on Weekdays, 10:00am – 12:00noon on Saturdays WHERE: LSUS Health and Physical Education Building (One University Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105) PROGRAM OVERVIEW: This program teaches the fundamentals of armature weightlifting for all abilities, from beginners to advance. This athletic program is Free, registration required. Ages: 6th – 12th grade (boys and girls). For additional information, contact Josh Redden at (318) 205-0901 or divestart@gmail.com.

Weekly talks by men to give boys ages 6-16 advice on how to become positive young men of society.

EVENT: “Girls Only” Youth Basketball League DATE(S): Monday, June 3, 2019 (League games start). All games played on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays TIME(S): 6:00pm, 7:00pm and 8:00pm WHERE: SPAR Community Center Gyms CONTACT: SPAR Athletics (318) 673-7748 / www.myspar.org PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Organizational Meeting: April 17th. Registration Dates: April 18th - May 10th. Roster Deadline: May 24th. Coaches’ Meeting: May 29th. Ages: 10-16 yrs. old. Registration Fee: $10 per individual. For additional information, call SPAR Athletics office at (318) 673-7748 or go to www.myspar.org.

EVENT: RBI Youth League ( T-Ball , Coach Pitch, Baseball and Softball) DATE(S) : April 8, 2019 (League games start). All games played on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays TIMES: Weekdays- 6:15 pm, 7:15pm and 8:15pm / Saturdays, 9am – 12noon WHERE: Cargill Sports Complex (2800 Cargill Dr.) PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Organizational Meeting: February 20th. Registration Dates: February 21st – March 29th. Roster Deadline: March 29th. Coaches Meeting: April 3rd. Ages: 5-12 yrs. Old. Registration Fee: $10 per individual. For additional information, call SPAR Athletics office at (318) 673-7748 or go to www.myspar.org.

Youth Basketball League (Girls and Boys) DATE(S): Monday, January 7, 2019 (League games start). All games played on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays TIME(S): Weekdays- 6:15pm, 7:15 pm, and 8:15 pm / Saturdays, 9:00am – 4:00 pm WHERE: SPAR Community Center Gyms PROGRAM OVERVIEW: This youth basketball league is designed to promote competition and fundamentals of basketball. Ages: 6-18 yrs. old. Registration Fee: $10 per individual. For additional information, call SPAR Athletics office at (318) 673-7748 or go to www.myspar.org.

YOUth FIT provides children, 7 – 17 years old, with skill and fitness instruction for successful Cross County (distance/endurance) running. YOUth FIT believes that teaching the foundations & strategies for health and fitness associated with running is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. Fundamental knowledge, skill development, proper progression, lead-up games & seminars will provide participants with an opportunity to emphasize development of Cross Country running skills and healthy lifestyles in a fun and stimulating environment. All levels are welcome! Tuesdays: YOUth FIT training includes a group warm-up, dynamic stretching, plyometrics, drills, games, relays, hills, interval and endurance conditioning. After the cool down, health and fitness topics are discussed, as well as individual goal-setting assistance. Thursdays: YOUth FIT participants apply their training and goals to weekly fun runs, ranging from 1 mile - 5K. All participants end the program with the 5K.