Apply for a Summer Camp Scholarship

Sports and Leisure is proud to offer 50 scholarships for Summer Blast Camp. Apply today!

Become A Recreation Member at G.T. Bray and John Marble Recreation Centers

All of our memberships offer a tremendous opportunity to take advantage of the County’s finest facilities at great savings.

Download Our Mobile App

Manatee Explore and Play allows you on the go access to your favorite recreational activities! Register for your weekly Group fitness classes, reserve facilities for your family gatherings, enroll in youth or adult programming, and receive important push notification updates! 

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Join a Youth Little League

Join a baseball or softball Little League

Join a Youth Soccer League

Join a youth soccer league.

Join an Adult Basketball League

Join the Adult Basketball League for competitive games on premium wood courts with certified officiating. Connect, compete, and showcase your skills while staying active and having fun!

Join an Adult Coed Kickball League

Get ready for the hottest sport in Manatee County. The adult co-ed kickball league will take you back in time to the days when you were a child playing kickball on the playground!

Join an Adult Flag Football League

5-on-5 Flag Football combines the fast-paced feel of 4-on-4 field dimensions with the familiar rules of 7-on-7 leagues, offering a perfect balance for players who enjoy both styles.

Join an Adult Soccer League

Join an adult soccer league.

Join an Adult Softball League

Join our year-round softball leagues, featuring team and individual play for all skill levels. Enjoy competitive games, playoffs, and resources like schedules and rules on the Team Side Line website.

Join an Affiliated Adult Softball League

Join an adult softball league

Join an Affiliated Youth Cheerleading Squad

Join a youth cheer squad.

Join an Affiliated Youth Football League

Join on of our affiliated youth football teams.

Manage your GT Bray and John Marble memberships

Manage your GT Bray membership or sign up for one.

Meet with a Personal Trainer

G.T. Bray and John H. Marble Centers offer Personal Training with certified trainers to guide, motivate, and create personalized workouts for all fitness levels.

Register for Group Fitness Classes

Register for group fitness classes at the GT Bray and John Marble Recreation Centers

Register for Holiday Blast Camps

To keep your children active, engaged, and safe, Manatee County offers Holiday Camps featuring exciting activities like swimming, arts and crafts, PE games, and a game room. You can register online or in person at the G.T. Bray and John Marble Recreation Centers

Register for Pickleball Programming

Come elevate your game with our Drills and Skills or our small group Pickleball Clinics!

Register for Tennis Programming

Adult and youth programming designed to enhance your game.

Register for the Junior Blast Camp

Build leadership skills and gain valuable job experience by joining our Junior Blast Camp Program! As a participant, you will be assigned to younger age groups to help organize and lead activities under the guidance of our camp counselors.

Register for Youth Basketball Camp

Week-day basketball practice for youth from 8-11 years old.

Register for Youth Basketball League

Join Manatee County’s youth basketball program for ages 3-17, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a fun, supportive environment.

Rent a Room at G.T. Bray or John Marble Recreation Centers

The G.T. Bray Recreation Center provides the perfect atmosphere for birthday parties, reunions, corporate gatherings or special family events. 

Reserve a Park Pavilion

With 38 pavilions spread across the county, we offer a perfect venue for every occasion—whether you're hosting a family gathering, a special event, or a community celebration. There's a space for everyone to enjoy and create lasting memories.

Reserve an Athletic Field

To reserve an athletic field for a birthday party, group event, or travel ball team, email alexis.barr@mymanatee.org with your requested dates, times, and preferred location. Be sure to review all fees and provide detailed information. Note that staffing, building access, parking, and field markings are not included in the rental.

Sign Up for Summer Blast Camp for Kids

Sign up early to secure your spot!
Registration for Summer Blast begins April 1.

Sign up for the Pickleball Newsletter

Keep up-to-date on clinics, drills, tournaments, new programming and everything pickleball!

Signup for Sports & Leisure Newsletter

Stay up to date on what's happening in Manatee County Parks.

Tee Off In Paradise at a Manatee County Golf Course

Manatee county owns two public 18 hole Golf Courses, located in Bradenton and Palmetto, Florida. Each course offers a challenging layout and nice greens. Public Tee Times and Season Passes available.

Volunteer at Manatee County

 Welcome to our Manatee County Volunteers in Action community!