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Are any of your programs staffed by paid or professional instructors?: CARA Track & Field, CARA Tennis, Youth Tennis Lessons and Challenger and Skyhawks camps are staffed by paid/professional instructors.

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1. Are parks and open spaces closed because of COVID-19?: Parks and playgrounds are once again open. Please be sure to follow Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment guidelines while out recreating.

2. What programs are currently open for registration?: We have currently have adult 4s volleyball scheduled to begin in January and hope to have T-Ball, Youth Soccer, Pee-Wee Soccer, and Adult Softball in the Spring.

3. Will I receive a refund if a program gets canceled by the City of Brighton?: Yes. We will issue household credits for all canceled programs. If you would like a different accommodation or a refund, please email sports@brightonco.gov

4. Who will contact me about my child's sports program?: A volunteer coach who is assigned to the team will contact you at the contact information you provide. It is important that your phone number and email are up to date in our system. If you have not heard from a coach a week prior to your first game please reach us at 303-655-2200

5. How can I register for Brighton Youth Sports?: You can register in person at the Brighton Recreation Center (555 North 11th Ave, in Brighton) via phone at 303-655-2200 during regular business hours, and online. Online Registration

6. What age(s) can participate in youth sports programs?: Programs are offered for ages 4-17. Please follow this link to see what Youth Sports we offer: Youth Sports

7. Who will coach my child's team?: The vast majority of our programs are coached by volunteers. A majority of our coaches are also parents of participants. These volunteers are prepared and trained by the Brighton Youth Sports Department.

8. How can I become a youth sports coach?: You can begin by emailing sports@brightonco.gov, stopping by Brighton Recreation Center, or indicating on your child’s registration that you would like to coach. We are always looking for great coaches!

9. Are volunteer coaches screened? Do you perform background checks?: Absolutely! All of our volunteers are thoroughly screened for the safety of our participants. As an extra safety measure we also have all of our coaches complete a concussion training.

10. Can I request a team, coach or teammate for my child?: Yes, we do accept requests and are able to accommodate many of these requests. However, these requests are NOT GUARANTEED.

11. Are any of your programs staffed by paid or professional instructors?: CARA Track & Field, CARA Tennis, Youth Tennis Lessons and Challenger and Skyhawks camps are staffed by paid/professional instructors.