KIDS & TEENS Millions of adults have a Y Story from their youth. Why? Because the Y plays an integral part in helping children grow and thrive. It's where they learn about caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility because that’s what the Y is all about. Our programs aren’t just about winning, they are about building character, challenging yourself, and trying to be your best. Sign up for one of our programs and someday your kids will be telling their own Y stories! Seasonal Programs The Y has so many programs to choose from, it’s hard to pick just one! Want to learn how to swim? Interested in playing soccer? Or, are science experiments more your passion? Browse our many offerings throughout the year and sign up for fun! These are extraordinary times that have moved us all to a new normal, and we have made adjustments to our programs to keep everyone healthy and safe while still having fun and staying active & engaged. VIEW COVID SAFETY INFORMATION VIEW PROGRAM POLICIES Next Session: Winter! Class Preview Opens: December 2, 2021 Member Registration Opens: December 8, 2021 Non-Member Registration Opens: December 10, 2021 Online Registration Closes: January 9, 2022 In-House Registration Closes: January 16, 2022 Classes Begin: Week of January 3rd, 2021 Swim Lessons It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a stroke and turn clinic to help your advanced swimmer accomplish specific goals or an introductory class to get your child into the water, the Y has you covered. We offer a range of courses and our YMCA trained and certified instructors will work with each student to maximize their chances of success in the water. These classes are a lifesaver...literally! FIND A LESSON Gymnastics Life is all about balance, and you’ll be sure to find that in all of our gymnastics programs at the Y. From parent/child courses to competitive teams, we can meet you where you’re at and our professional coaches can help you take that next step on your gymnastics journey. So, make one of our gymnastics courses part of your daily routine. When you’re finished you’ll be beaming with joy. (come on, that’s a little bit funny…) FIND A PROGRAM Sports From soccer to basketball, tee-ball to tennis, hockey to flag football, the Y offers a wide variety of sporting options for athletes from pre-school to high school. We work with some of the region’s most amazing coaches to develop and deliver an outstanding sports experience. Mixed with all of our tactical and technical training, our instructors actively work to instill our 4 core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility into the young athletes in the program. BROWSE SPORTS Dance Our dance classes are en pointe. Whether you’re into ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, or modern classes, we’ll help you find your rhythm and take the next step towards Broadway. Join us in the studio to work on choreographed routines designed to improve flexibility, stamina, endurance and muscle memory. It doesn’t matter if your aspirations are a concert hall stage or simply to be Tik-Tok famous, this class will raise the barre and help you achieve your goals. Give it a cha-cha-chance. LET'S DANCE Art, Science & Music Bring out your creative side and check out our Art, Science, & Music programs, which help to foster independent expression through a variety of creative experiences. Children can develop their creative talents while engaging in problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail. FIND A CLASS Martial Arts The Y offers a range of Martial Arts designed to help students improve their focus, self-discipline, physical fitness, and confidence. In addition to teaching the principles of self-defense, our senseis will re-enforce character development. Graduates of these classes will leave with the fundamentals of these ancient techniques, an awareness of when to use them, and a roadmap on how to continue on their journey as a future martial artist. BROWSE PROGRAMS Special Needs Programs The YMCA’s recreational program setting provides a unique experience with an emphasis on sports, social interaction, and fun. We strive to positively impact youth with special needs in the Philadelphia and the surrounding regions by providing safe, fun, and interactive programs to grow and socialize in a nurturing environment. We offer several programs for all abilities including swim lessons, gymnastics programs, and more! Plus our facilities are accessible for everyone and provides specialty equipment to serve every member’s ability level. VIEW CURRENT CLASSES Teen Programs From mentoring to music, tech to fun Fridays, Model UN to Y Achievers - the Y offers many programs for teens to experience a variety of career, college, and civic engagement pathways, opportunities, and activities. We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. Because of the Y, more young people in neighborhoods around our community are taking a greater interest in learning and making smarter life choices. At the Y, children and teens learn values and positive behaviors and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow. All programs are centralized around 3 core areas. College Readiness We offer middle school and high school students ways involved in many of our college readiness programs. Through Y Achievers, middle and high school students meet weekly for projects, our OnTrack College Prep program, financial literacy training, and more. High schoolers can also engage in our mentorship programs to find support, guidance, and engaging mentors. Civic Engagement Want to make the world a better place? Have a passion for a particular topic? Join one of our many civic engagement programs to collaborate, learn, and grow with like-minded peers. Whether you want to get involved with Model UN, Youth & Government, our Crisis Resolution Program - or want to experience hands-on problem solving with world leaders in our Y Impact Lab - the opportunities are endless! Career Readiness Learn real-world skills that will propel you into the career of your dreams! Take on virtual projects, connect with mentors, learn skills like programming, graphic design, and much more. Participate in special programs like DASH - Destined to Achieve Successful Heights that partners with Grammy award-winning producers and artists to teach the Business of Music. We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to cultivate their talents and achieve their dreams. YMCA + WORKREADY PROGRAM That's why here at the YMCA, we have partnered with the Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) WorkReady program to provide young people in our Philadelphia communities with the skills and experiences that will prepare them for success in the workplace and beyond through work, internship, and volunteer opportunities at the Y for students ages 13-22 in any zip code within Philadelphia County. LEARN MORE 400 Fayette St., Suite 250, Conshohocken, PA 19428 (215)-220-9199 Click here to contact us DONATE CONTACT US OUR STORY CAREERS LEADERSHIP POLICIES © Greater Philadelphia YMCA 2021. Website management and hosting by i76 Solutions. View our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. 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