Our program is designed for school-age children, 5-13 years of age, where campers will enjoy a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities (field trips, swimming, arts & crafts, games, and so much more - weather permitting, of course!). We strive for a welcoming and safe environment - where your child(ren) can make new friends, try different things, and play lots of games! Each day, your child(ren) will need to bring (2) snacks and an enclosed /no spill water bottle. Through the generous Summer Meal Program at Central Elementary, breakfast and/or lunch can be provided for each child attending camp, as well. The first session ($80) will be May 26th - May 29th, the second session ($350) will be June 1st - June 26th, and the third session ($350) will be July 6th - July 31st. Each individual week is just $100 per child!

If you aren't able to register your child online, please reach out to me thru email at [email protected].

Fencing is the Olympic sport of sword-fighting that teaches discipline, dexterity, and endurance. You use footwork and handwork to score touches on your opponent with the tip of your blade. There are three weapons in fencing: the Foil, Epee and Sabre. This session will include more bouting and blade drills.

Ages: 8 and older

Dates: Monday and Wednesday; June 8-July 1 and/or July 6 - July 30

Time: 2:45pm - 4:00pm

Location: Oxford Activity Center

Registration Fee: $200 per session (does not include the $2.00 service fee & credit card convenience fee)

Class Size: Maximum 12

Ages: 8 and older

Dates: Monday and Wednesday; June 8-July 1 and/or July 6 - July 30

Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Location: Oxford Activity Center

Registration Fee: $250 per session (does not include the $2.00 service fee & credit card convenience fee)

Class Size: Maximum 12

Ages: 10 and older

Dates: Monday, Wednesday and Friday; June 8-July 1 and/or July 6 - July 30

Time: 5:30p-7:45p on M/W; 4p-6p on Fri

Location: Oxford Activity Center

Registration Fee: $300 per session (does not include the $2.00 service fee & credit card convenience fee)

Class Size: Maximum 12

Head Instructor: Margarette Linda Davis, United States Fencing Instructor

The Oxford Park Commission has been awarded the opportunity to host the 2026 MHSAA State Pickleball Invitational, which will take place at Stone Park in Oxford, Mississippi, October 19–22, 2026.

To support the continued growth of high school pickleball across the state, the Oxford Park Commission is offering MHSAA-affiliated schools the opportunity to attend a Pickleball Coaches Clinic designed to help schools establish, train, and develop competitive club teams.

This clinic will provide coaches with a strong foundation in:

Instruction will be led by Worth duPerier, a USA Pickleball Ambassador, who will provide hands-on guidance and practical insight for building a successful program.

There are two clinics scheduled and confirmed so far. But you should be on the lookout for more locations and dates to be announced soon.

 

 

Registrations for either clinic will be at www.oxfordparkcommission.com

Tennis with Russell is back in May at John Leslie Tennis Facility

This session will be for beginners

Mondays 5-6pm

Tuesdays 5-6pm

Wednesdays 5-6pm

Mondays 6-7pm

Tuesdays 6-7pm

Wednesdays 6-7pm

Please contact Emily Bryant at [email protected] with any questions

Join us for a morning of fishing as the MDWFP and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sardis Lake Field Office host a Fishing Rodeo at the Cypress Point Recreation Area of Sardis Lake. Whether you are planning for a day or a week; or if you are into the outdoors, hunting, fishing, boating or camping, you are going to discover a wide selection of activity options. Sardis Lake stretches over 98,000 acres through Panola, Lafayette and Marshall counties in beautiful Northwest Mississippi. Come explore and discover for yourself our forest, lakes and recreational activities.

Participants will need to bring their own fishing pole and catfish bait. Please hang around for a free lunch following the event provided by First Security Bank of Batesville.

Items to bring: a fishing pole and catfish bait, water bottle, sun protection, BUG SPRAY. Also, a cooler and/or stringer for your fish.

Ages: Youth ages 15 and younger (accompanied by an adult)

Date: Saturday, April 18th (On site registration begins at 7:00a)

Time: Event begins at 7:30am

Location: Lower Sardis Lake at Cypress Point Recreation Area

Cost: FREE registration

Class size: Maximum 25

Hosted by: Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks & the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sardis Lake Field Office.

Our Summer Boys Volleyball program is offered for players ages 9-14 as of 9/1 of the current year. The 2026 Season Games will be played only on THURSDAYS.

The season will run from June 11th to July 23rd, on Thursday evenings at the Coach Howell Center or Oxford Activity Center.

Fee for the program is $45. There will be an additional $3.53 fee for service fee and credit card fee.

Come be a superhero for the day!

April 28th is national superhero day and we want to celebrate all of you :)

For any questions please contact Emily Bryant at [email protected]

The Oxford Park Commission's Youth Cheerleading program is for kids age 6 – 14. Participants must turn 6 years of age on or before September 1st of the current year. The Cheer teams will be lead by Kristi Yancy, who cheered for many years before starting her family! Each season, the squad will learn between 10-15 cheers, and will be given the opportunity to cheer at basketball games. This is not a competitive team or setting, but will offer your child(ren) the opportunity to explore a possible interest into the sport of cheerleading!

Cost is $50/player if you are a new cheerleader, $25 if your child is returning from the 2026 Spring Flag Football season.

Barton Outfitters Youth Summer Fishing Camp is an immersive, instructive and practical fishing experience where youth ages 6-16 will learn about fishing ecology, fish biology, angling rules/ethics/regulations, fish identification, knot tying, basic rigging, casting, species targeting, lure making, trot line and gross fishing, and cleaning and cooking your catch. Participants will have the opportunity to fish each day for a variety of species at a local body of water including bass, catfish and crappie, culminating with two days of guided fishing on Sardis Lake with local licensed fishing guides. 

Day camp is our primary fishing camp offering and will largely follow the format of our 2024 camps. Depending on the bite and weather conditions, we will fish primarily at Sardis Lake or Enid Lake. Drop off will be communicated prior to the first day of camp (and adjusted, if necessary, by communication via text). Day camp is run by the CPR and First aid-Certified, Licensed Professional Fishing Guides of Barton Outfitters. We also employ CPR and First Aid certified counselors who are subject to stringent background checks. Campers will receive a hat, fishing rod and fillets of their catch, ready for the table. On poor weather days, we will meet at Lamar Park/Lake Patsy.

All participants will receive a rod/reel combo and hat.

Fish Camp activities may include Fishing (bank and boat), Knot tying, Species ID, Archery (youth bow, safety tip) 1 on 1 Instruction, BB gun (Eye gear) 1 on 1 Instruction, Tubing, Open Water Swimming, Stad up paddle board, Football, Trash clean up, Visit to aquarium and hatchery, Visit from Conservation Officers, Fish cleaning with knives, Bait cutting with knives, Jug Fishing, Trot line fishing, Slip n slide, Kayaking. (100% use of Lifejackets even on shore).

Ages: 6 - 16 (Participants that are 16 yrs old will need to purchase their own fishing license)

Dates: Session 1 May 25 - 29

Session 2 June 1-5

Session 3 June 8-12

Session 4 June 15-19

Session 5 June 22-26

Session 6 July 29-July 3

Session 7 July 6-10

Session 8 July 13-17

Session 9 July 20-24

Times: Camps will run from 8am - 12pm Monday - Friday

Location: Plum Point, Enid Lake

Fee: $375/participant, $50 discount for siblings registering at same time/$50 discount for multiple session registration (does not include the $2.00 service fee & credit card convenience fee)

The Oxford Park Commission sponsors a youth basketball program for kids age 7–15 as of 9/1/2024. Registration for this program will come to a close on April 26, 2026. The 2026 Youth Basketball Summer Season Games will be played during the week on Wednesday evenings, early June - late July, while practices begin in May. Fee for the program is $45. There will be additional fees for service fee and credit card fee.

Our Youth Coed Kickball League is a fun and active way for kids to enjoy summer while learning teamwork, sportsmanship, and the basics of the game. Open to ages 5–15, this recreational league is designed for players of all skill levels.

Games will be played on Monday evenings throughout June and July, giving kids a chance to stay active, make new friends, and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Kickball is easy to learn and keeps everyone involved, making it a great summer activity for youth. Our focus is on fun, participation, and positive sportsmanship while giving players the opportunity to develop confidence and teamwork on the field.

OPC's Fall Youth Flag Football is offered for kids 6-14. 

The 2026 Summer season games will be played on Thursday nights. Practices are expected to start the week of May 4th

Cost is $45 per player. (This does not include the service fee & credit card convenience fee.)

Special requests for team placement are limited only to family members. Special circumstances related to coaching may be accommodated based on direct need. Each team will have a head coach, who can request one assistant coach.

This Senior Tai Chi class is a gentle, low-impact exercise program designed for older adults to improve balance, flexibility, and mental focus. It typically includes:

Slow, flowing movements combined with deep breathing

Focus on posture, coordination, and relaxation

Standing or seated exercises suitable for all mobility levels

A calm, meditative atmosphere that reduces stress

This class helps enhance physical stability, reduce the risk of falls, and support overall well-being in a safe and supportive environment.

Adaptive Chair Yoga

In Adaptive Chair Yoga we structure the class to fit your needs with the use of props that can include a chair, blocks, straps, or bolsters. We will cover all the basic yoga poses with an emphasis on breath and alignment to work on strength and mobility without stress or strain. The class can be done exclusively sitting on a chair, or you can use the chair for support in standing or kneeling poses. You choose the level of adaptation that is right for you.

This Senior Aerobics class is a fun, low-impact workout tailored for older adults to improve heart health, coordination, and overall fitness. It typically includes:

Rhythmic aerobic movements set to music

Gentle cardio exercises to raise the heart rate

Light strength and balance training

Stretching for flexibility and injury prevention

The class is instructor-led, easy to follow, and often done standing or seated, with modifications available for all fitness levels. It's a safe and social way for seniors to stay active and energized.

Dancing with a twist is a cardio-dance workout that uses music and choreographed steps to form a fitness party atmosphere. People of all ages, shapes, and sizes are encouraged to attend this class. You do not have to be a great dancer to attend just be ready to “shake what your mama gave you”.

Practice mindful breathing and slow-moving gentle yoga postures for flexibility, strength, balance, and mental focus. Class can be adapted for all levels of experience and ability. 

This Senior Strength Training class is a low-impact fitness class designed to help older adults build and maintain muscle strength, improve bone density, and support daily function. It typically includes:

Resistance exercises using light weights, bands, or body weight

Focus on major muscle groups for overall strength

Seated or standing options to suit all fitness levels

Emphasis on proper form, balance, and safety

The class promotes independence, mobility, and a healthier, more active lifestyle in a supportive group setting.

Tuesdays 9:30a-10a

This Senior Art Class is a creative and relaxing program designed for older adults to explore artistic expression while enhancing cognitive and motor skills. It typically includes:

Activities like painting, drawing, collage, or crafts

Step-by-step guidance from an instructor

A focus on creativity, not perfection

A supportive, social environment that encourages self-expression

The class promotes mental well-being, fine motor coordination, and social interaction, making it a fulfilling and enjoyable experience for seniors of all skill levels.

Fridays 10:30a-11:30a

Senior Pilates is a gentle, low-impact exercise class designed for older adults to improve core strength, flexibility, balance, and posture.

It typically includes:

Controlled movements focused on breathing and alignment

Exercises done on a mat or in a chair for accessibility

Focus on strengthening the core, back, and pelvic muscles

Modifications to accommodate various fitness levels and mobility needs

This class helps enhance stability, reduce the risk of falls, and support overall well-being in a safe, supportive environment.