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Air Force
School Liaison Specialist (SLO)/Community Schools
117 McMillan Street
Bldg 90304
Hurlburt Field, FL 32544
850-280-5766
850-884-6938
312-579-6938
Contact information for key programs and services at this installation.
A wide range of programs are available for youth and teens, including youth sports and recreation programs, educational programs and programs that support leadership and career development. Please review the information to learn what programs and services are available at this installation.
Hurlburt Field Youth Center offers comprehensive programs to satisfy the needs of young family members. Youth Programs cater to youth, ages 5-18. Many of the programs are sponsored on a year-round basis. Special summer classes and activities are alsooffered. Call 850-884-6355 for more information.
Youth Sponsorship Program
Hurlburt Field provides a peer-to-peer club called Anchored4Life to connect youth while building change and resiliency skills.
The club provides opportunities for peers to enhance social skills, learn leadership skills, build character, improve self-esteem, and integrate into their community.
New youth are giving a tour of the Youth Center from a peer at the Youth Center that serves as an ambassador for the program. They also receive a welcome box.
Families can reach out to the Hurlburt Field Youth Center at 850-884-3766 for more information on sponsorship and Anchored4Life.
The School Age Programbefore and after school care for children 5-12 years of age 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Children must attend kindergarten to attend if 5 years of age. Children are dropped off in the morning and are offered breakfast and a variety of free choice activities until they depart to school. Transportation to and from school is provided. Upon arrival after school, they are offered a nutritious snack and choice of activities and clubs based on interest.
The Summer Camp Program -- serves children 6 to 12 years of age and operates from 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Children are served breakfast, lunch and a snack and participate in activities such as field trips, swimming, bowling, and free choice activities. Fees for these programs are on a sliding scale based on total family income.
Open Recreation Program
The Open Recreation program is for 9-12 year old youth of active duty, retired, reserve and base civilian ID card holders to enjoy. Its purpose is to keep youth engaged and active in their community in a positive way through service to community. The Boys & Girls Club military partnership allows us to provide youth with the tools and resources to create a positive place to offer Leadership Groups which encourage youth to plan and assist in overseeing their own recreational program needs supervised by trained qualified staff. Youth plan and implement their own activities with staff supervision. The youth plan to meet their goals for partnerships, mentoring younger youth and promote service to their community. All youth must be registered with Youth Programs in order to participate. Guests must be accompanied by a registered youth and a $2 guest fee will apply. Yearly membership is $120. Special events, camps or trips may require additional fees. Registration year runs from August – July.
Our program provides a wide variety of programs for youth and families to enjoy.
Overview as follows:
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Teen Center
The Teen Center provides a safe and positive place for teens to spend time. The center features flatscreen tvs, wifi, and the latest game systems and technology. There are also many structured programs that provide opportunities for youths to develop their physical, social - emotional and cognitive abilities. Youth of the Year, Keystone Leadership Club, Fine Arts, Photography, Money Matters, Summer and Specialty Camps, Life Skills and Smart programs are just a few of the programs offered. Youth participate in Air Force Teen Council and all types of community services projects and documented volunteer hours.
A $120.00 registration fee is required annually.
Youth Sports
The youth sports league and programs are organized to teach basic fundamentals of team and individual sports and improving on those skills as youth progress through their development. Our goal is to provide youth with a learning environment that is positive, fun and contributes to the well-being of the military family. Youth sports include: basketball, baseball/coach-pitch, cheerleading, flag football, and soccer. Specialty clinics are offered during Spring Break, Fall Break and Summer to include Archery, Tennis, Volleyball, Fitness Boot Camp, and soccer. Also available for ages 3-5 is our Start Smart parent/child one-on-one instructional program for basketball, baseball, and soccer.