FIVE ACTIVITIES GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY ACTIVE THIS SUMMER

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School’s out for summer! Now is the time to take advantage of the great weather and activities that make summer one of the most anticipated seasons. If you’re looking for quality programming and events to keep your family active and make this summer memorable, consider visiting your neighborhood park, pool, tennis, or rec center.KEEP YOUR FAMILY ACTIVE THIS SUMMER WITH THESE FIVE NORD ACTIVITIES

Every summer NORD provides residents of New Orleans with an array of quality programming, classes, and events, all at no cost. From swimming lessons, family game nights, fishing, canoeing, summer sports leagues, piano, guitar, and dance lessons. There is something for everyone.

Here are the top five activities guaranteed to keep you and your family active this summer:

  1. Summer camps
    42 youth summer camps (ages 4-12) and 14 teen summer camps (ages 13-17). Youth camps offer a wide array of programming, including academic, cultural and recreational activities; field trips and water safety classes. Free breakfast and lunch are provided.
  2. Swim lessons and open swim opportunities at 17 pools across the City
    Parents and children participate in guided activities that emphasize water safety, survival skills, and foundational swimming concepts in a safe and fun environment. Pools are open daily for recreational and leisure swim as well.
  3. Fishing and canoeing at Joe W. Brown Park
    Joe W. Brown Park sits on 54 acres of urban oasis and features outdoor picnic areas, a walking trail, and lagoon. Canoeing and fishing lessons, as well as birdwatching, and walking opportunities are available daily and open to all.
  4. Tennis
    Atkinson-Stern and Joe W. Brown tennis centers provide weekly lessons and fitness classes throughout the summer. Participants have an opportunity to learn the game or improve physical skills. Opportunities are available for all ages and abilities. 
  5. Guitar lessons
    Guitar lessons are offered at Rec Centers across the city, providing residents of all ages the opportunity to get started on the guitar; learn how to properly hold the instrument, and how to strike the strings; how to tune a guitar & the secrets of guitar posture; learn scales, chords, and songs while developing basic music skills.

There are lots of summer programs and events taking across the City that your family will love. To find out more about summers at NORD, please visit http://nordc.org/activities/. Summers are better at NORD! 

About NORD

The New Orleans Recreational Development Commission (NORD) provides safe, wholesome, educational, recreational and culturally engaging opportunities to the residents of New Orleans. 

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