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Teen Program
10119 Windhorst Road
Tampa, FL 33619
Telephone: (813) 635-3500
Fax: (813) 635-3527
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The Enhanced Teen Program provides supervised recreational
activities for teens as part of a community effort
to keep teenagers busy and off the streets in fun,
supervised environments. Providing alternative activities
builds self-esteem and deters unacceptable behavior
in this age group. The program also includes middle
school aged participants. Most activities are free
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| Arts & Culture:
Art instructors conduct a variety of art and cultural activities at local parks targeting the teen population.
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Athletics:
Most recreation sites coordinate park teams to play in an intramural league in flag football, basketball and
summer softball.
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| Educational Activities:
The Teen Enhancement program offers a variety of classes and activities that include mentoring, speakers,
employment skills, etc. Teen Court, conducted by the Office of the Court Administrator, allows youth to decide
the fate of their peers in a "real-life" court room at the County Courthouse.
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| Girls Clubs:
Offered at most of our recreation sites and implements a variety of girl's activities including guest
speakers from the Center for Girls, Ophelia Tampa Bay and Big Brothers, Big Sisters.
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| Park Activities:
In addition to the programs offered by the Teen Enhancement Program, each recreation site also provides a variety
of teen activities. Please contact your local recreation center for more information.
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| Teen Camps:
Teen Camps are offered for one entire week during the summer and are packed with one activity after another. Activities
include: Video games, go-cart racing, fishing, laser tag, and a variety of field trips. This very popular program fills
up quickly so call our office for more information.
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| Teen Councils:
The councils are a vital source of information and play a huge part of our decision making process regarding youth activities
here in Hillsborough County.
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| Annual Special Events: |
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Limo Scavenger Hunt |
- March |
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Girls ONLY Conference |
- March |
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Beach Bash |
- July |
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Teenage Battle of the Bands |
- November |
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Flag Football Tournament |
- December |
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| Other Activities: |
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Punt, Pass and Kick Competitions |
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Pitch, Hit and Run |
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Inflatable Games |
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Music Programs |
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Acting and Theatre Groups |
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Volunteering:
There are always opportunities
for young adults to volunteer in any of our teen programs.
One of our more successful volunteer programs is the "Leader in Training" (LIT) program that
is offered at all of our recreation sites. Teens, ages
12, and up can volunteer on our playgrounds assisting
with a variety of recreation activities. Volunteers
are recognized annually at a banquet held in July.
How to Register:
To register simply visit your local recreation area and complete a Teen Registration Form. There is no cost to register, however,
some activities include a minimal fee to participate.
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Donations:
Donations are always needed, especially for this important population. In kind services and goods are always appreciated and are tax
deductible. Financial contributions are also accepted through our "Friends of the County Parks", a 501C-3 not-for-profit
organization
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