Burlington Recreation Center
(620) 364-8484
Youth Activities
Member Registration begins January 27, 2026
Non-Member Registration begins January 30, 2026
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Instructional Volleyball
4th graders join us for volleyball skills camp led by Middle School coaching staff. Basic skills will be introduced to prepare for future leagues. Don’t miss this great opportunity for your girls to work on volleyball fundamentals and have some fun!
FREE but must fill out registration.
Practices will be held on Wednesday nights:
February 4th, 11th, and 18th.
5:15-6:15pm
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High School Boys Summer Baseball
Boys 16-19 years of age as of January 1, 2026 can play high school boys summer ball (15 years old if space is available). If you are 19 years of age, you must have played in 2025. Must have 12 signed up to play.
Boys 16-19
$200; additional $35 if a jersey is needed
DEADLINE: March 20 by 7pm
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Girls Night Out
Swimming, pizza and fun will be on the agenda for this girls-only evening out!
Bring a towel and a swimsuit.
1st—6th grade girls
Thursday, March 5
7:00pm—11:00pm
$20 Member; $23 Non Member; $5 Late Fee
DEADLINE: Monday, March 2
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Easter Coloring Contest
Show off your coloring skills by entering the Easter
coloring contest. Pick up a coloring sheet any time after
March 2 and turn it in by April 3.
· 4 and under
· 5-7 years
· 8-11 years
· 12-15 years
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Youth Track & Field
If you are in 3rd—6th grade and like to run, jump, throw and be outside then youth track and field is for you! Practices will be @ BHS Track. Days/times to be determined. The season will run from March 23—May 2. Must have 10 kids to hold this event.
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Events will include:
100m 3rd and 4th grade standing Long Jump
200m 5th and 6th grade High Jump
400m Shot Put
800m Softball Throw
Long Jump
Hurdles (50 m) (6th grade only)
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Kids 3rd—6th grade
March 23—May 2
Meets on Saturdays: April 11, 18, 25 & May 2
Practices TBD
DEADLINE: March 13
Cost: $40/person; $5 Late Fee
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Easter Egg Hunt for Kids
The Easter bunny is ready to make its annual visit to Burlington! Pictures, Easter eggs and prizes make this a great day for the kids! Once again you will get Easter eggs and travel to local businesses to claim your Easter treasure! This event is sponsored by the Burlington Jaynes. Ages birth—11 years old.
Saturday, April 4
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Daddy Daughter Dance
Are you ready to shake, rattle and roll at the 23rd annual Daddy Daughter Dance? Dads, don’t miss out on this memorable event with your daughter! You will dance the night away to the tunes of the oldies. Girls, wear your finery and plan to have a good time with dear ole’ dad! Girls of any age are invited to attend this event with their dad or father figures (uncle, grandpa, friend, etc). An hors’ d’oeuvres table will be set up for refreshments. Pictures start at 6pm for an additional fee.
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Friday, May 1
7:00pm—8:30pm
$30/couple; $10 for each additional girl; $5 Late Fee
DEADLINE: Thursday, April 16
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Middle School Dance
Middle schoolers—enjoy a dance just for you amidst the beautifully decorated gym at the Rec Center. The D.J. will be playing some of your favorite songs and light snacks will be included! Support this event and have fun with your friends! This is not just for Burlington kids—everyone is invited!
$5/person at the door!
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Grades 6—8
Saturday, May 2
7:30pm—9:00pm
$5/person pay at the door
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Cupcake/Cookie Make & Take
Love is in the air...let’s have some fun decorating some cupcakes and cookies for Valentine’s Day. You can either make them for yourself or share them with family/friends! Who doesn’t love some extra sweets! Each kiddo will leave with 3 cupcakes and 3 sugar cookies in a box.
Grades K-2nd 3:30-4:15
3-6th 4:15-5:00
Tuesday, February 10th
Fee $25; Limit 12 per class
Deadline: February 2nd
Kids in the Kitchen
Let’s have some fun making some easy recipes that any kiddo can do!
Grades K-2nd
Tuesdays, Feb 17, 24, March 3, 10
3:30-4:15
Fee $25; Limit 10
Deadline: Friday, February 7
Kids in the Kitchen
Let’s have some fun making some easy recipes that any kiddo can do!
Grades 3rd-6th
Tuesdays, Feb 17, 24, March 3, 10
4:15-5:00
Fee $25; Limit 10
Deadline: Friday, February 7
Make & Take May Day Baskets
Let’s get together and make some May Day baskets for you to take home with you so you can surprise someone on May 1!
Grades 1st-6th
April 30
3:30-5:00
Fee: $10
Deadline: Monday, April 20
Weights with Trevor
Middle schoolers, join Trevor at the rec center on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:15pm for a weight’s workout. You will be guided through a workout using machine weights and dumbbells. Safety and proper lifting technique will be a key focus along with knowledge of lifting for a lifetime of fitness.
Boys & Girls 6th-8th Grade
Wednesdays, January 21st-March 11th
3:30-4:15pm; Max of 10 kids
(sessions will depend on number of participants)
FREE
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2026 Youth Baseball and Softball Leagues
All boys and girls playing recreation league baseball/softball must enroll in the league/grade/age categories as listed below. Players will be placed on teams based on the school grade they are completing in May 2026. Late sign-ups WILL ONLY be placed on teams IF space is available. All players will be provided a jersey.
Registration Deadline —Friday, March 20 @ 7:00pm
FEE: LEAGUE GRADE REQUIREMENTS
$12 Coach Pitch (Co-Ed) Must be entering Kind or 1st grade
$30 Midget Boys 1st—2nd Grades (machine pitch) Not 10 before Sept 1
$30 Pixie Girls 1st—2nd Grades (machine pitch) Not 10 before Sept 1
$35 Minor Boys 3rd—4th Grades Not 12 before Sept 1
$35 Pigtail Girls 3rd—4th Grades Not 12 before Sept 1
$50 Major Boys 5th—6th Grades Not 14 before Sept 1
$50 Ponytail Girls 5th—7th Grade Not 15 before Sept 1
$55 Junior Boys 7th—9th Grade Not 17 before Sept 1
$55 Junior Girls 8th—10th Grade Not 18 before Sept 1
Non Member Fee $5
Late Fee $5 (Only if approved by Trevor and IF space is available)
