Benton Parks and Recreation offers a big list of activities for Spring 2025. Play, compete or take lessons in one of these programs: Archery, Speed Running, Kayaking, Tennis, Game Cooking, Jiu Jitsu, Rhythmic/Dance, and Pickleball. For questions or info on any of these opportunities, Visit the link after each event.
See the detailed list below.
April & May Youth Archery Lessons – For Beginner and Experienced Archery students, this program provides a 4-week, one night per week program at the Benton Archery Complex to sharpen up their shooting skills. Lessons are instructed by Certified Coach, Evan Yarberry. For more information contact the Daniel Torchinsky at daniel.torchinsky@bentonar.org.
Speed & Explosion – Looking for a fun way to help your kids running form, speed, or explosiveness? Then look no further than these camps taught by Trainer, Carlos Bellamy, with Bell & Me Fitness. This is a 6 Session, Sunday only camp for ages 5 to 15. Cost is $45 per child. For more information contact Alex Richardson at alex.richardson@bentonar.org.
Adult & Youth Kayaking Classes – Provided by Certified ACA Instructors, Benton Parks hosts 1 Day Kayaking Sessions for Adults and Youth for Beginner and Experienced paddlers. Sessions are held on our very own Saline River to help families enjoy and feel more safe enjoying the beautiful outdoors! For more information contact the Programming Team at recprograms@bentonar.org.
Junior Team Tennis – Tennis is coming FULL SWING this Spring! For ages 7 to 18, this program offers an exciting way for youth to learn the game of tennis as well as compete on locally made teams for some fun competition during the months April-June. For more information contact the Programming Team at recprograms@bentonar.org.
Youth/Adult Tennis Lessons – Come check out our tennis program opportunities with Certified Tennis Pro, Brandon Kiker. Lessons include Tiny Tots/Juniors/Adults 18+, Groups/Semi-Privates/Privates, Ladies/Men’s/Mixed Group Lessons, and Intro to Tennis Lessons! All ages and abilities welcome! For more information contact Brandon Kiker at kiker_brandon@yahoo.com.
Game Cooking – Provided by the Arkansas Game & Fish, Benton Parks will host an education class on how to prep and cook game meats including deer and fish! So, make sure not to miss out on this fun fellowship opportunity held on Thursday, May 8th at 5:30pm. For more information contact the Programming Team at recprograms@bentonar.org.
Jiu Jitsu – Continuous monthly training program. For Youth and Adults! Cost begins at $40.00/month, and you can join in anytime! For more information contact the Programming Team at recprograms@bentonar.org.
Rhythmic & Dance (Ages 3-12) – Sessions meet weekly on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons and serves ages 3 to 12. Mrs. Aleksandra has 22 years of experience and education in higher pedagogical education from Russia. She holds Master’s Degrees in Musical Education of Children and Choreography. For more information contact the Programming Team at recprograms@bentonar.org.
Open Pickleball – Open play is available at River Center! All equipment provided. Available to beginners or advanced players. FREE for River Center Members, Drop Ins $5.
See the full list of Saline County events at www.mysaline.com/events.
