EXCITING NEWS FOR MARION COUNTY TEENS!
FREE ACCESS TO THE REC CENTER
We’ve got BIG news — the Marion Family YMCA Rec Center will be 100% FREE for ALL teens in Marion County — no YMCA membership required!
Location: 240 West Church Street
Contact: 740-725-9622, ext. 200
6th -12th Grade
Monday – Friday | 2:30 PM – 7:00 PM
What’s at the Rec?
• Full-size Gymnasium
• Teen Lounge
• Art/Maker Space Room
• Tech Lab
How to Register:
• Stop by the Rec Center
• OR download the Guest/Participant Form
➤ Form must be signed by a legal guardian
✔️ Marion City Schools will also provide forms to families at Grant & Harding!
After-School Transportation Provided
By Marion City Schools from:
• Grant Middle School
• Harding High School
Teens must arrange their own ride home and may leave the Rec Center at any time.
Snacks Provided – Thanks to MCS, free snacks will be available every day!
Want to use the main YMCA on Barks Road?
You’ll need a Youth Membership ($16/month).
But for the Rec Center only — no membership needed!
TEEN ART NIGHTS AT THE REC CENTER
Get Creative, Get Connected, Have Fun!
Grades 6–12
Join us for hands-on art projects designed just for teens! All sessions run from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Marion Family YMCA Rec Center. Whether you're into painting, crafting, or designing, there's something for everyone!
DECEMBER:
CROC CHARMS October 21st-22nd (Tuesday-Wednesday) $3.00
GINGERBREAD HOUSE ORAMENTS - December 9th $3.00
Painting a Christmas Ceramic 22nd -23rd (Tuesday-Wednesday) FREE
GAMING TOURNAMENTS:
Super Smash Bros
Ultimate
Are you ready to battle it out and prove you're the best? Join us for an epic Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament where teens in grades 6-12 can
compete for prizes!
What’s Included?
Competitive 1v1, 3-stock, no items matches
Double elimination format
Snacks for all participants
Amazon gift cards for 1st & 2nd place
winners!
January 22nd
5:00-7:00 PM
Members & Non Members $10.00
Registration ends January 21st.
Rocket League- 2VS2
March 19
5:00-7:00 PM
Members and Non-Members $10.00 NM
Solo Registration $5.00
Registration ends March 18th.
Bring a friend and join us March 19th from 5:00-7:00PM and compete in a duo's tournament in Rocket League, a cross-genre arena battle game that combines high-octane reckless driving and soccer, the world's most popular sport.
Never played before? No worries! Rec Center gaming tournaments are fun for all players and are intended for casual and competitive players. So, grab a friend and join us in the Tech Lab for a fun night of car soccer!
Only one team member needs to register, but they will need to enter the name of their team member. Solo players can register and be placed on a team.Amazon Gift cards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
LEVEL-UP GAMING CLUB:
Electronic Sports, or Esports, takes on the form of organized, multiplayer online video game competitions and is one of the fastest growing trends for youth engagement. Through the Y’s Esports Level-Up program, youth are welcome to be who they are, excel at what they love, and develop the social, strategic and problem-solving skills necessary to grow into thriving adults all in a safe, moderated and inclusive environment. The Level-Up Gaming Club will include games such as Super Smash Bros, Rocket League, Fortnite, and Mario Kart Super 8. Sessions are 6 weeks with weekly supervised competitions. Participants will participate in weekly coaching sessions involving both casual and competitive gameplay. Teens can join in-person leagues in the Rec Center’s Tech Lab. The Y's Esports Level-Up programs are for teens in Grades 6-12, with youth and teens competing in a supervised setting. We will play on both PC, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation, and all equipment will be provided. Space is limited. Sign up fast!
Two Different Groups:
Grades 6-8: Wednesdays 5:00-6:30 PM Feb 18 - March 25
Grades 9-12: Mondays 5:00-6:30 PM Feb 16– March 23
Members & Non-Members $30.00
Winter 1: Sessions: Fortnite
Registration ends February 13
CLAYMATION SPRING BREAK CAMP:
March 23-27
Grades 6-9
Members: $75
Non-Members: $90
9AM-12PM
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
5 V 5
March 27
Grades 6-8
5:00-8:00PM
$5.00 entry per participant
BOOK YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION WITH US
Are you looking for a space for a party or event?
RENTAL OPTIONS:
Weekdays: M-F 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Weekend: Saturdays and Sundays as available
Gym Rental Includes:
Full-Court Gym
Table/Chairs for up to 30 people
Gym supplies upon request
Lounge Rental Includes:
Tables/Chairs for up to 25 People
TV with HDMI cord and WIFI
Board Games
Air Hockey/Pacman Machine
Access to Fridge and Microwave
Members: $75 Per hour
Non-Members: $100 Per hour
Birthday Party/Other Events
(Facility Rental):
Full-Court Gym
Table/Chairs for up to 30 people
Gym supplies upon request
Teen Lounge
Tables/Chairs for up to 25 People
TV with HDMI cord and WIFI
Board Games
Air Hockey/Pacman Machine
Access to Fridge and Microwave
Art Studio
Tables and Chairs for up to 20 people
Art Supplies Upon Request (May come with Additional Fee)
Tech Lab
Tables and Chairs for up to 30 people
Access to 5 High-Speed Gaming Computers, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch
3-D Printing (This must be requested and will be discussed more upon request)
2 TVs with HDMI cord and WIFI
Members: $175 for 3 hours
Non-Members: $225 for 3 hours
Form request at https://www.marionymca.org/rec-center/
VALENTINE’S MASON JAR PAINT POUR CRAFT
February 9th
5:00-6:00pm
All materials are provided. After finishing your creation, take your jars home and fill them with candy, love notes, little toys, gift cards, and more for a special someone.
Registration Required.
Registration opens December 15th and closed February 6th
DIY GALAXY TUMBLER
March 18th
5:00-6:00pm
Create your own DIY Galaxy
tumbler. All materials provided.
Registration Required.
Registration starts January 1st and
ends March 16th.
Members and Non-Members: $8.00
DIY GEOMETRIC ART PAINTINGS
April 15th
5:00 - 6:00pm
All materials are provided. Create simple and beautiful geometric art paintings using canvas, abstract art patterns, cut paper strips, and other creative techniques.
Registration Required.
Registration opens January 1 and ends April 13th.
Members and Non-Members: $5.00
DIY GEL AIR FRESHENER
May 20th
5:00 - 6:00pm
All materials are provided. Make your own DIY Gel Air Freshener. Personalize your air fresheners with your favorite color and scents of essential oils. These Gel Air Fresheners smell great, look
pretty, and they are super easy to make.
Registration Required.
Registration opens January 1 and ends May 18th,
Members and Non-Members: $5.00
