MAKE FRIENDS, FIGHT BOREDOM, AND GAIN NEW SKILLS

Junior Leadership and Enrichment is a newly revamped summer program for teens that has been expanded to include a collection of our best teen programs and events just for students who have completed grades 7-11. Thanks to generous donors, this year's $900 program is just $550! Y Family members save an additional 20% off.

From June 3 through August 2, enjoy a mix of popular youth leadership activities, including:

  • A free Y Summer Teen Membership with full access to the fitness facilities and classes at your local Y to stay active and have fun.
  • Day camp internship, working with kids, under the mentorship and guidance of Y youth leaders. It’s an opportunity to work in our community, explore your strengths, develop new skills, and discover career options.  
  • Setting goals for yourself—related to physical, mental, spiritual, and community well-being and connecting with a mentor to work toward these goals at an overnight teen leadership retreat at Camp Erdman, July 12-14.
  • The Youth and Government program, which helps you become a more active citizen and leader, and includes hands-on experiences in researching community issues, understanding the legislative process, and advocating civilly for causes you care about. 
  • Participating in fun social and community service events.

Ages:

Teens who have completed grades 7-11

Dates/Times:

June 3 - August 2, 8am - 4pm [Drop Off: 7-8am and Pick Up: 4-5:30pm]

Fee:

Regularly priced at $900, thanks to generous donors…
Registration Fee: $440 for Y members and $550 for non Y members. 
Financial aid is also available.

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Weekly Summer Junior Leaders Newsletters & Welcome Letter

Weekly Summer Junior Leaders newsletters for your day camp site will be available by the Wednesday before that camp week starts. The newsletters will also be distributed and posted at your camper's site.

Also, please review our YMCA Parent Handbook for Children & Youth Programs, which provides information to help you and your child have a successful camp experience.

Week 1: June 3-7

Includes Welcome Letter

Week 2: June 10-14
Week 3: June 17-21
Week 4: June 24-28
Week 5: July 1-5
Week 6: July 8-12Coming Soon
Week 7: July 15-19Coming Soon
Week 8: July 22-26Coming Soon
Week 9: July 29 - August 2Coming Soon