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Programs
Boys & Girls Clubs of America has a lineup of tested and proven nationally recognized programs that address today's most pressing youth issues, teaching young people the skills they need to succeed in life. More than 25 national programs are available in the areas of education, the environment, health, the arts, careers, alcohol/drug and pregnancy prevention, gang prevention, leadership development and athletics. Our Boys & Girls Clubs of Brazoria County offers five Core Areas of programming which meet the diverse needs, interests and inclinations of all members. Our trained professional staff incorporate the following themes into daily activities, allowing youth to learn in a fun and educational environment.
Character & Leadership Development empowers youth to support and influence their Club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process and respect their own and others’ cultural identities.
Keystone Club
Torch Club
Peer Leaders/ Junior Staff
Youth of the Year
Education & Career Development enables youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines apply learning to everyday situations and embrace technology to optimize employability.
Power Hour/Tutoring
Career Exploration
Computer Technology/Training
Ultimate Journey - Outdoor Exploration (Fishing, Boating Safety, Angler
Certification)
Reading Club
Health & Life Skills develops young people’s capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nurture their own well being, set personal goals and develop the competencies to live successfully as self-sufficient adults.
SMART Moves - Drug and alcohol abuse prevention
SMART Girls - Building self-esteem for girls
Passport to Manhood - Building self-esteem for young men
Street SMART - Gang prevention
The Arts enable youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of visual and tactile arts and crafts, performing arts and creative writing.
Arts & Crafts
Dance/Cheerleading
Photography
Saturday Art Club
Sports, Fitness & Recreation develops fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment and social and interpersonal skills.
Fitness Authority
Basketball - Jr. NBA/WNBA
Swimming
Flag Football
Soccer
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