Sports & Play
Team sports at the Y build character and self-esteem. Participants cultivate values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. Kids will not only learn the fundamentals and how to work together on a team, but also who they are and what they can achieve.
Dance for Beginners
Learn the basics of dance with us each week developing skills and confidence, while making friends and having fun!
AGES: 5-10 years old
WHEN: Tuesdays, 6:00pm-7:30pm
FEE: Member: $85 Program Participant: $170
Unlimited Potential
Teen Leaders Club
“A good leader inspires others with confidence in him; a great leader inspires them with confidence in themselves.”
Join us on Thursdays at 6:30 pm for the Hamden/North Haven YMCA & New Haven YMCA Youth Center’s Teen Leaders Club! Invite your friends!
Leaders is a Nationwide YMCA program for Middle School and High School teens that teaches leadership skills through community service, volunteerism, and personal growth.
In Teen Leaders Club you will have fun and can…
• Meet other teens from our community and from the New England area.
• Be a leader in the YMCA and in the community.
• Plan events and field trips.
• Participate in regional leadership retreats.
• Earn volunteer service hours and recommendations.
WHEN: Weekly club meetings will be held on Thursdays at 6:30pm for about an hour and a half.
WHERE: New Haven YMCA Youth Center 50 Howe Street, New Haven
HOW TO REGISTER: Show up anytime! New leaders can participate in two meetings before making the decision to join. For more information, contact Mush by calling 203-776-9622
Get Crafty
Set your creativity free with our spring craft session. Each week, participants will have the opportunity to complete crafts to take home with the assistance of our arts & crafts director.
WHEN: Thursdays: 5:30-6:15 at YMCA Camp Mountain Laurel
FEE: Member: $65/Community: $130
Youth Basketball
Learn the basic skills of basketball from our experienced staff members. Kids will learn how to dribble, shoot, and pass while learning the importance of teamwork.
WHEN: Tuesdays: 4:45pm-5:30pm
WHERE: New Haven YMCA Youth Center
FEE: Member: $50 Program Participant: $100
Soccer
Learn the basics of soccer while having fun and practicing with friends! Each week will be dedicated to learning a different skill and each session will conclude with a game.
WHEN: Thursdays: 4:45-5:30pm
WHERE: New Haven YMCA Youth Center
FEE: Member: $50/Program Participant: $100
Kids Zumba
Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, Kids Zumba is the way to go! Kids Zumba is movement through dance combined with Spanish language.
WHEN: Thursdays: 4:45pm-5:30pm
WHERE: New Haven YMCA Youth Center
FEE: Member: $50 Program Participant: $50