Youth Programs

The Marshall Rec Center is home to a variety of youth camps and programs for kids of all ages. Our youth camps, such as Healthy Herd Rec Camp and Kid’s Night Out, emphasize developing healthy lifestyles through participation in physical activities. We also offer multiple youth fitness programs here at the Rec!

Winter Kid’s Camp

The Marshall Rec Healthy Herd Winter Camp is an active full-day camp complete with FUN, games, activities, and swimming. Specific activities vary on a day to day basis. Our camp counselors have the energy to match the campers, and act as mentors and coaches to provide a safe environment for campers to grow. Rec Camp is for children ages 5-12. Children are required to bring their own lunch during winter camp. Snack will be provided each day or campers may bring their own snack. The camp day will be from 8am-5pm with no before or after care available. Advanced registration is required as capacity is limited.

DATES:

December 23rd
December 27th
December 30th
January 1st
January 3rd

REGISTRATION:

Open November 4th

Single Day

Members: $30
Non-members: $36

5 Days

Members: $130
Non-members: $165

Register Here!

CAMP TIMES:

Monday-Friday | 8am-5pm

LUNCH:

Campers will need to bring their own lunch.

ENROLLMENT PACKET:

If campers attended HHYC over the summer, they do not need to submit any additional paperwork. If they did NOT attend, then we will need the ENTIRE HHYC Enrollment Packet filled out and submitted to our office. All campers must have the completed registration paperwork on file at the Marshall Rec Center. All paperwork is due prior to the child’s first day of camp. Completed paperwork should be dropped off at the Rec Center, mailed or emailed to reccamps@marshall.edu.
Enrollment Packet

Download our helpful Family Handbook for all of your camp questions. Please review the drop-off and check-in procedures. If you have additional needs, please reach out to Lindsey Peterson.

Family Handbook

Pick-up & Drop-off Procedures

 

Kid’s Night Out

Drop the kids off for a night out at the Marshall Rec! They won’t even miss you with a full line-up of activities at the Rec. Swimming, climbing, and playing team sports will keep them busy while you enjoy some free time. Dinner will be provided. Max of 60 kids. Kids Night Out is for children between the ages of 5-12 and takes place from 5 pm-9 pm.

Members: FREE
Non-members: $15

Friday 11/22 – Gobble n’ Gab Gathering

Friday 12/6 – Toy Factory Mystery

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Youth Fitness Orientation

To help young members ages 9-17 learn the basics of proper, effective and safe use of cardio and strength equipment, our Personal Trainers offer private equipment orientations. This complimentary service is available and free to all current and new youth members. They will learn training techniques to maximize the benefits of their exercise program and review appropriate etiquette and behavior guidelines. The orientation is 30 minutes long. Youth fitness orientations are available upon request, by filling out the request form.

Fitness Service Request

Youth Aquatics Programs

Learn more about our Swim School group lessons and private swim lessons on our Aquatics page.

Healthy Herd Youth Camp

Join the action-packed Healthy Herd Youth Camp for a day of games, activities, and swimming. Energetic counselors mentor and coach kids aged 5-12 in a safe environment. Activities change daily, and advanced registration is a must due to limited capacity. Bring a water bottle, wear comfy clothes, pack lunch, towel, and swimwear for a thrilling experience!

Summer 2025 Dates: TBD

Healthy Herd Youth Camp provides equal opportunities to all applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of enrollment at Healthy Herd Youth Camp.

For more information about Youth Programs, please contact:


Lindsey Peterson
Assistant Director of Facility Operations 


Email: recrentals@marshall.edu


Telephone: 304-696-4107


 

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Huntington, WV, 25755

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