The Rec is located at 240 West Church Street in downtown Marion, Ohio.
The Rec Center comprises a gymnasium, teen lounge, art/maker space room, and Tech Lab. Teens will be able to access the facility using a membership card.
Membership Details:
📋 How to Access:
📞 More Info? Call us during hours at 740-725-9622, ext. 200
Come check it out and find your space at the Rec!
The Teen membership can be used at the Rec Center and the Y.
Hours at the Rec Center starting March 10th will be Monday - Thursday 1:00pm-8:00pm
Phone number Monday - Thursday, 1:00pm-8:00pm is 740-725-9622, ext 200.
The Rec Center will be closed May 5th & May 6 for the Marion county Board of Elections to use for voting.
Membership Details:
📋 How to Access:
📞 More Info? Call us during hours at 740-725-9622, ext. 200
Come check it out and find your space at the Rec!
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!
Tie-Dye Night
May 28
Create your own colorful wearable masterpiece!
$5.00 per session
Sharpie Tie-Dye Art
June 10 & 11
Use Sharpies and rubbing alcohol to design unique tie-dye effects.
FREE
Pour Painting
June 24 & 25
Get messy with paint and make stunning abstract art.
$5.00 per session
Clay Pots & Trays
July 9 & 10
Design and decorate your own clay creations.
$5.00 per session
Suminagashi Paper Marbling
June 16
Learn the Japanese technique of marbling with ink on water.
FREE
Friendship Bracelets
July 23 & 24
Weave colorful bracelets to keep or share with friends.
FREE
3D Fabric Paint
Baseball Caps
July 14
Customize your own baseball cap with raised paint designs.
FREE
Paper Mâché Creations
August 6 & 7
Build and paint your own paper mâché sculpture.
FREE
Stress Balls
August 19 & 20
Make and decorate your own squishy stress-relief balls.
FREE
Location:
Marion Family YMCA Rec Center
Grades 6–12 only
Sign up early — space is limited!
Bring a friend and enjoy creating something awesome together!
For Teens in Grades 6–12 | FREE Event
Join us at the Marion Family YMCA Rec & Resource Center every Third Thursday of the month for a night just for teens! Whether you’re into sports, gaming, art, or just hanging out with friends, there’s
something for everyone. And best of all—it’s totally FREE!
🏀 Play basketball in our full-court gym
🎮 Compete in gaming contests or explore 3-D printing
in the Tech Lab
🎨 Get creative in the art room
🛋 Chill in the teen lounge
🎉 Join in on themed activities
📍 Where: 240 W Church Street, Marion
🕔 When: Every Third Thursday |
1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💸 Cost: FREE
📝 No registration required
⚠️ New guests must bring a waiver
signed by a legal guardian. You can
download the waiver at
www.marionymca.org or pick one
up at the Y or Rec Center
2025 Third Thursday Themes:
· May 15: 🌸 Spring Fling
· June 19: 🎨 Art in the Streets
· July 17: 🎄 Christmas in July
· August 21: 🎒 Back to School Bash
· September 18: 🍔 BBQ Bash
· October 16: 🍁 Fall Fest
Bring your friends and make new ones—we’ll see you there!
May 15 | 5:00 - 7:30 PM
THE REC CENTER
240 WEST CHURCH STREET
MARION, OH 43302
740-725-9622 ext. 200
WWW.MARIONYMCA.ORG
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 Amazon gift card prizes!
What’s Included?
Competitive 1v1, 3-stock, no items matches
Double elimination format
Snacks & a craft for all participants
Amazon gift cards for 1st & 2nd place winners!
Registration Details:
$5.00 for members & guests
Teens grades 6-12
Registration required – closes May 14 at 11:59 PM
Sign up today and smash your way to victory!
QUESTIONS? Contact Andrew Grimes at agrimes@marionfamilyymca.org
WHEN: June 9 – June 12 | 9 AM – 12 PM
WHO: Grades 5 – 8
WHERE: 240 West Church Street
COST:$90 for Members & Guests
Create Your Own Stop-Motion Film!
What do Wallace and Gromit, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and James and the Giant Peach all have in common? They're Claymation characters who have captivated the world with the magical realities they bring to life! Tap into the incredible practice of stop-motion film production and learn the technique from the ground up.
Claymation camp engages campers in grades 5 - 8 in creative exploration of stop-motion animation. Campers will learn to use camera and animation software as they work together to produce short Claymation films. Through this camp, campers will work through the entire creative process, from storyboard to post-production, with their own Claymation creations. On the final day of camp, campers will get the popcorn ready and invite their families for a viewing party to celebrate their work!
Now it’s your turn to bring your own creations to life!
At this half-day art camp, campers will:
· Learn the magic of stop-motion Claymation
· Design characters & bring them to life
· Use Cameras & Animation Software
· Develop Storyboards & Produce Short Films
Celebrate with a family viewing party on the last day! Space is limited – Register now, at the Y or Rec Center
June 6 | 5:00–8:00 PM
The Rec Center
FREE FOR ALL Teens in Grades 6–12
Come dressed as your favorite animated character and
join us for the first ever Rec Comic Con!
Enjoy an action-packed evening with:
✨ Cosplay Contest (no weapons)
🧠 Trivia Contest (teams of 2)
🎲 Tabletop Gaming
🎮 Computer & Console Gaming
🎨 Art Projects
...and so much more!
Grand Prizes: VIP Tickets to Animate! Columbus!
June 13–15 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center
VIP access includes:
✔ Exclusive badge ✔ Swag bag ✔ Fast lane autographs ✔ And more!
Guests must have a signed waiver by a legal guardian.
Don’t miss the fun—come geek out with us!
Light Up the Night at the Rec Center!
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
8PM–11PM
The Rec Center 240 West Center Street
Teens in Grades 6–12 $10 per team
Join us June 27th, from 8PM-11PM for a fun night of Glow in the
Dark Dodgeball at the Rec Center.
Prizes for the winning team and contest for best team glow uniform. Pizza and drinks for all participants.
Divisions: Teens entering 6th-8th Grade
Teens entering 9th-12th Grade
5v5 (Teams consist of a minimum of 5 players with a maximum of 7 players to allow for substitutions).
Register now & get ready to GLOW!
Call 740-725-9622 or Sign up online at www.marionymca.org OR
Visit the Y or Rec Center to register in person!
The Marion Family YMCA has partnered with City of Marion, Marion City Schools, and other community partners to operate the Rec and Resource Teen Center downtown. The passion and direction behind this project are to offer a centralized, safe location for teens to socialize, seek support, and engage in activities and resources that will help prepare them for success.
The Rec is located at 240 West Church Street in downtown Marion, Ohio.
The Rec Center comprises a gymnasium, teen lounge, art/maker space room, and Tech Lab. Teens will be able to access the facility using a membership card. Teen members will have access to both the Rec Center and the YMCA facility.
The center will be for grades 6 -12 and the cost is $16.00 per month.
Must purchase memberships in person and must be the legal guardian.
Financial Assistance is available.
The Teen membership can be used at the Rec Center and the Y.
Hours at the Rec Center Monday - Thursday 1:00pm-8:00pm
Phone number starting March 10th, Monday - Thursday, 1:00pm-8:00pm is 740-725-9622, ext 200.
Programs and services planning to be offered at the Rec Center are:
Don't miss this chance to get ahead and enjoy everything the Rec Center has to offer.
Contact Andrew Grimes at agrimes@marionfamilyymca.org if you have any questions.
We've made a great start, but we need your help to keep it going!
Your donations will help us continue building a safe, engaging space where teen can learn, grow, and connect.
If you would like to donate, click on this link or contact Matt Bruns at matt@brunscoachconsult.com or Jeremy Byers at jbyers@marionfamilyymca.org.
Every contribution brings us one step closer to making this vision a lasting reality.
