Public Parks and Recreation Programs
WHO: Municipal
FEES: Program fees
SCHOLARSHIPS: May be available
AGES: PreK-Adult
ACTIVITIES: Team (Floor hockey, soccer, flag football, softball, etc.) and individual sports (swimming tennis, gymnastics, dance rock climbing, archery, etc.).
TRYOUTS: No.
Area parks and recreation programs offer many sports programs, some of which have a link to local schools, but anyone can join.
FEES: Program fees
SCHOLARSHIPS: May be available
AGES: PreK-Adult
ACTIVITIES: Team (Floor hockey, soccer, flag football, softball, etc.) and individual sports (swimming tennis, gymnastics, dance rock climbing, archery, etc.).
TRYOUTS: No.
Area parks and recreation programs offer many sports programs, some of which have a link to local schools, but anyone can join.
Michigan 4-H Clubs
Michigan 4-H clubs exist throughout the rural, suburban, and urban areas of the state. The program offer many educational opportunities beyond livestock clubs. All children, including homeschoolers, can join clubs in their area based on their interests.
"4-H programs are open to youth aged 5 to 19. Adults aged 19 and older are
encouraged to join 4-H as volunteers. To join call the closest MSU
Extension office by dialing toll-free 1-888-MSUE-4MI (1-888-678-3464) and
entering the first five letters of your county’s office. Ask to speak with
someone about joining 4-H. To join a club, the participation fee per youth is $10 per year or $30 per
family (with three or more youth). Some types of projects have additional costs
for supplies, equipment, travel, etc."
"4-H programs are open to youth aged 5 to 19. Adults aged 19 and older are
encouraged to join 4-H as volunteers. To join call the closest MSU
Extension office by dialing toll-free 1-888-MSUE-4MI (1-888-678-3464) and
entering the first five letters of your county’s office. Ask to speak with
someone about joining 4-H. To join a club, the participation fee per youth is $10 per year or $30 per
family (with three or more youth). Some types of projects have additional costs
for supplies, equipment, travel, etc."
YMCA of Greater Lansing
The YMCA offers classes for all ages and some branches offer specific homeschool physical education and swimming classes. Financial assistance is available to those who qualify.