What We Offer - For Kids

The YMCA has long been at the forefront of providing quality, low-cost programming for youth.  Our programs are run by caring, experienced staff with a focus on youth development principles: safety, relationship building, skill building, community involvement, and meaningful youth participation.

Camp

YMCA Summer Day Camp provides youth with supervised activities that teach core values, conflict resolution and leadership skills.

Childcare

The YMCA is committed to providing high-quality, affordable programming at ten locations. From preschool to high school, the YMCA has a program for your child.

Aquatics

YMCA Aquatics is about water safety, skill development and fun for everyone. We have an aquatic program for every skill level and interest.

Childwatch

Drop your kids off at ChildWatch while you workout, where they will have fun playing age-appropriate games in this semi-structured and supervised program.

Youth Sports

Like Basketball? Soccer? Sign up for one of our leagues today!

Birthday Parties at the Y

Having a birthday party? The YMCA is the ideal place to celebrate your child’s special day!

Family Fun

From annual camping trips to Friday Family nights, our family programming has something for everyone!

Dance

Give your child the opportunity to express themselves through dance!

Tae Kwon Do

Get a “kick” out of our awesome Tae Kwon Do classes!

Resident Camp at Jones Gulch

Experience a week of camp at our 900+ acre facility nestled among old-growth redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains.