The New Haven YMCA Youth Center provides child care, recreation and learning opportunities for youth from age 3 to 23. We offer a full day NAEYC accredited preschool program for 3 and 4-year-olds; an afterschool care program for children between 5-12; and for our older youth, we offer a walk-in program for recreation, open basketball, and support.
Learn more about the New Haven YMCA Youth Center and how to participate.
Hours of Operation:Monday – Friday: 7:30 am–6:00 pm |
Address & Phone:50 Howe Street |
The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA has new technology to help us engage with our Members AND help you manage your YMCA membership on-line.
If you want to try it, please click here to access your YMCA Membership account. Click here to register for a program or class.
To make donations please give us a call or stop by the Y.
The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA has transitioned to a new technology partner that is providing the Y with member management, payment processing and other solutions. We’ve transferred our data and now we’re triple checking to ensure it is correct.
We can’t wait to introduce you to the new platform. It’s great! You’ll be able to access your YMCA account from our web site, adjust your contact information and payment methods, make payments, change passwords, easily register for programs and classes and make Annual Campaign Donations.
No worries, somethings will never change! We will always assist you with your YMCA transactions one-on-one, face-to-face at the Y and on the telephone.
We’re working hard to build a Better Us.
FIND WHAT MOVES YOU!At the Y, you’ll find countless opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. All it takes is one step!
Check out our Program Guide for classes, programs and events. Fall 1 2022 Program Guide NHYYC
Fall 1 Session runs August 29-October 23.
Register on-line, at the Y or give us a call.
Fall 1 Session registration opens Monday, August 8 for Members / Monday, August 15 for a Program Participant.
YMCA360 ON-DEMAND AND LIVEAt the YMCA we believe that when people experience all that our Y has to offer, they will be drawn into supportive, healthier relationships with one another and their community.
YMCA360 is an on-demand video platform for our Y community. YMCA360 offers 1000+ group exercise classes, youth sports training, well-being classes and more to serve you wherever you are. Whether you are at home or on the road, take the Y with you along with your favorite classes, instructors and more. Watch this brief introduction!
These programs are free to all full-facility members of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCAs.
From your desktop, laptop, tablet, smart TV or mobile device, YMCA360 is available wherever you are with an internet connection. Instructions for access:
Please reach out to the Y with questions or check our YMCA360 FAQs for CCCY Members. If you have a recommendation for a new program, please let us know.
SUMMER is a time for kids to be kids!Y Day Camp is the place to make every precious summer day a great one! Because the YMCA believes all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve.
YMCA Camp Mountain Laurel provides kids with a safe, healthy, familiar, and fun-filled environment for them to explore, build confidence, develop skills, make lasting friendships and memories so they can grow as individuals and leaders. For families, day camp offers a peace of mind knowing that your child is in a safe and enriching place.
Learn more: YMCA Camp Mountain Laurel 2022 Day Camp Brochure and YMCA Camp Mountain Laurel 2022 Day Camp Parent Handbook
Registration Forms: 2022 YMCA Camp Mountain Laurel Day Camp Registration Packet Fillable
If your child will require special assistance or medicine while at camp, these forms may also be required: Individual Care Plan_Medicine Authorization.
If you would like to apply for financial assistance, please fill submit this application: CCCY Financial Assistance Application Materials
If your child is 14-15 years of age, they may be interested in our Counselor in Training program. In our CIT program, they will receive valuable job interviewing skills, child care training, leadership experience, team building, and problem-solving skills. To apply please fill out the application and contact the Y for an interview. CCC YMCA CIT Application_References
The Y is here to meet your school age child care needs! Our program combines academics with play, and offers a caring and safe environment where kids can achieve, feel a sense of belonging, build friendships and explore new interests. Once homework is complete and snacks finished, Y staff will lead the participants in various enrichment activities including STEAM, kids fitness and fine arts.
We help kids reach their potential and thrive in a safe, trustworthy setting. We offer a curriculum that aligns with the school day and supports growth in literacy, science, math, science, engineering, and technology (STEM) while infusing the arts, physical activity, and fun. We teach kids confidence, encourage self-expression and enrich social development. Providing our youth with the support, encouragement and positive role models that they need, will not only increase their ability to succeed in school but in life. For families, we offer peace of mind knowing that your child is in a safe and educational program building new relationships and achieving more.
As a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen, supporting their social-emotional, cognitive and physical development. The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA continues to give youth an enriching and safe experience. Our experienced and caring staff and volunteers model the positive core Y values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility that help build character. Our core values are woven throughout our child care program to create a warm, nurturing, home away from home. Your child’s growth, development, and education are important to us, as we do our best to ensure their future is bright.
Everyone belongs at the Y. To ensure that all youth have the chance to participate, the Y offers financial assistance to those in need. Please talk with us to learn more. If you’d like to help send a child to child care, you can donate easily on our web site or at our Y. We also participate in the State of CT Care4Kids program.
2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION
Please review our SACC Brochure and Parent Handbook. Please fill out our 2022_2023 CCCY SACC Registration Packet Fillable and if necessary an Individual Care Plan_Medicine Authorization form. Financial aid may be available, to apply please fill out the CCCY Financial Assistance Application_C4K Forms.
At the New Haven YMCA Youth Center Walk-in program kids build self-esteem, values and leadership skills.
Our Walk-in Program provides a safe environment where teens can focus on developing confidence and character with trained professionals guiding them. Participants will be able to take part in open gym basketball, open swim and have access to computers for homework support on scheduled days.
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays
Time: 4:15pm-7:15pm
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm-6:45pm
Early Learning Preschool ProgramOur child care programs allow parents to answer the inevitable questions: Where can my child be safe and learn what they need to know to be prepared for school, and for life? The New Haven YMCA Youth Center provides a full day NAEYC accredited Preschool program for 3-5 year-olds all year. We are proud to be helping youngsters gain self-confidence and social skills while developing positive attitudes about school and learning! Please take a look at our brochure: NHYYC 2022 ELC Brochure
All the forms and information you’ll need is right here. Click on any item from the listing below to get started!
Preschool Forms:
2022-23 CCCY Early Learning Center Registration Packet
NHYYC-Early-Learning-Parent-Handbook
CCCY-Financial-Assistance-Application-Materials
Care 4 Kids helps low to moderate income families in Connecticut pay for child care costs. This program is sponsored by the State of Connecticut’s Department of Social Services (also called DSS).
