REC Kids / REC Stars
What is REC Kids?
Many of our members with children struggle with finding someone to keep their children while they try to fit in a much needed workout. The Student Activity Center offers the REC Kids Program, an activity based child care program designed to keep children having fun and “on the move” while their parents are completing their workouts.
Who is eligible?
Student Activity Center member’s children ages between the ages of 3 and 11.
Where is REC Kids held?
In various locations throughout the Student Activity Center. Children are checked in and checked out in the Wellness Suite.
How much does REC Kids cost?
Members have the option of paying monthly or daily.
Monthly: $15 per month for the first child, $5 for the second
Daily: $ 2 per child for the first hour, $1 per additional hour
Can I leave the Student Activity Center while my child is in the REC Kids program?
No. Because are not a licensed childcare facility
What do members say about REC Kids?
Malinda tells us that REC Kids has provided evening structure for her two sons and daughter. They now do their homework immediately after school so that they can go to REC Kids. “It’s a real leverage tool for my husband and me,” she tells us. “If they misbehave, a consequence can be not going to REC Kids that particular day, and it really works! They truly, truly enjoy REC Kids, and my husband and I exercise a great deal more because of the program.”
“My daughters enjoy the activities, but they really enjoy the relationships they’ve developed with the friendly REC Kids staff,” Michele tells us. “Besides the flexibility of the program’s hours, what I really appreciate is the professionalism of the student staff. I believe that they are excellent role models for my children.”
Rick says, “My children sleep better at night…the extra physical activity for them can’t be beat! Plus, we can use the program Sunday through Friday, so we’re there as much as possible.”
Who are the REC Kids staff?
Our staff consists of Recreational Sports and Wellness staff with the following qualifications:
- Daycare or camp counseling experience
- Pedagogy degree students
- Passed criminal background checks
- Received 5 hours of additional Recreational Sports and Wellness staff training relating specifically to working with children.
For more information on our popular REC Kids program, please call the Member Services Desk at (985) 549-5734.
_____________________________________________________________________

What is REC Stars?
Got an adolescent interested in health and wellness .... or maybe participating in sports? REC Stars is a daily after-school program designed to teach young adults about the importance of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle! Our qualified staff works one-on-one with each participant to learn his or her personal goals and abilities. Activities are taken outdoors and all around in order to offer them a wide variety of physical activities as well as knowledge.
Who is eligible?
Student Activity Center member’s children ages between the ages of 11 and 15.
For more information on either program, please contact Ms. Demetra Dantzler at (985) 549-2144.