In mid-June BFR begins sport programs and camps, including tennis, basketball, t-ball, volleyball, field hockey and soccer. A family scavenger hunt and pre-school adventure camp are also scheduled.

June 16 is the start date for summer tennis lessons at BFR. Youth entering grade 2 or above are invited to register for the 6 week lesson package. Tennis groups are assigned based on skill levels; classes meet on Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  Cost varies depending on the level ($55-70).

Youth ages 5-8 years are encouraged to participate in the Rookie Sport Camp to be held June 16, 17 and 18 at BFR. Camp will be held from 3-5 p.m. each day and campers will learn basic sport skills and play modified versions. Sports to be highlighted will include basketball, t-ball, volleyball, field hockey, tennis and soccer. There will be lots of
hand-eye and foot-eye coordination activities in a fun learning environment. Advance registration is required by calling 419-358-4150; cost is $35 ($15 BFR members).

Families are invited to participate in an outdoor scavenger hunt on Tuesday, June 17 beginning at 6 p.m. Families will meet at BFR for their first clue then head out around Bluffton to snap photos of each location. Preferred methods of transportation are on-foot or by bike. Cost is $10 per family. Registration is requested.

The next Pre-school Adventure Camp is planned for Thursday, June 19. The theme of the day will be Olympic Games; activities, crafts and snacks will be included.  Children ages 4-6 years are welcome for the Camp offered from 9-10:45 a.m. Cost is $12 ($8 BFR member).  Additional Adventure Camps will be offered on Thursday, June 26 (Fairy Tales), Thursday, July 31 (Animals), and Thursday, Aug. 7 (Sports Sampler). Registration is required at least 2 days prior to each event.

T-ball League will begin in early July. Youth are invited to a T-ball Clinic on June 24 and 25 from 6-7 p.m. to learn more about this sport. The clinic will cover the basics of base running, fielding and hitting. Registration for the T-ball league will end on June 26 with team play beginning Tuesday, July 8. Cost for the clinic is $20 ($10 BFR) and the league fee is $40 ($20 BFR member).  A registration form is required for the league; forms may be printed from the www.bfronline.com website or by stopping at the BFR facility located at 215 Snider Road, Bluffton.

For more information about BFR programs for youth and about the Fitness Center, contact the center by calling 419-358-4150 or stopping by 215 Snider Road, Bluffton. Summer hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturdays.