Youth Development
Youth Development: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
The Y believes that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That’s why, through the Y, thousands of Erie’s youth today are engaged in programs that encourage Y core-values – character, honesty, respect and responsibility. Unique community partnerships with the City of Erie and the Erie Housing Authority serve Erie’s most at-risk, underserved kids and teens directly in their neighborhoods. In our membership and program centers, award-winning early learning & education, school age centers, summer camp, youth sports, swimming, youth fitness, leadership, mentoring and volunteerism, are all Y programs that are helping Erie’s kids and teens reach their full potential.
Youth
Birthday Parties
Looking for something different for your child’s next birthday party? Have a “Y” Birthday Party! Contact the Monica Olesnanik for availability and pricing.
Stroke Development Classes
Stroke Development is designed specifically for your aquatic needs. Through one on one instruction, you can master the techniques needed to perform swimming strokes efficiently and effectively. A minimum of four classes is required so our instructors can evaluate and create a session plan just for you. To register please contact Emily Lander at 452-3261 Ext 228.
Swim Lessons
Join us for an 8 Week Session beginning Monday, January 9th, 2012. Swim Levels will include Adult, Polliwog, Tadpole and Pike. Registration begins Monday, January 2nd. Click Here For More Details.
Y-Splash
Free water safety classes for kids. Held each summer. See the 2011 Schedule.
Youth Fitness Course
Designed for ages 11-14 years. Under the supervision of trained instructors, the course concentrates on flexibility, cardiovascular and strength. After the completion of the course, youth are given a card to participate with their family and utilize the fitness center. Participants must attend each session as a requirement
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Teens
Teen Center
Teens are offered a safe place to socialize, provided a wide selection of teen fitness and healthy living programs and supported by Y staff with homework help and self-esteem building activities. Our program is open until 8:30 p.m. and includes a healthy evening meal. Ages 13-18 years. Teens enrolled in the Teen Center must be Y youth members at a cost of $5.60/week
