The Marion Family YMCA is excited to announce our new Teen Leaders Club. Teen Leaders is for teens grades 8+. Teens participating in this program will engage in programming and activities created to increase youth confidence, leadership, Social and Emotional Learning skills, peer relationships, life skills, and community engagement.
This program is free to the community and you DO NOT need to be a Y member to join!
Teen leaders will take part in scheduled meetings, teen nights, community volunteering, and planning events within the YMCA and community. This club is facilitated by an adult Y staff member, but youth-focused and youth-led.
If you are interested in learning more or joining Teen Leaders Club please contact Haley Wilkes, Director of Mentoring, Diversity, and Inclusion at hwilkes@marionfamilyymca.org OR (740)725-9622.
FREE membership will last through all three sports seasons (Winter, Summer, and Fall)
ELIGIBILITY
Athletes must check in with their Special Olympics Ohio local, accredited organization director to fill out the necessary form. the returned letter will indicate that the athlete is in good standing with the local organization and that they have a current physical on file. Bring this letter to the local, participating YMCA.
AGES 7-13
Starts October 10 and ends January 27
Monday & Wednesday 6:30pm - 7:15pm
This class is for kids looking to make changes for a healthier life-style. The program will meet twice a week for 4 months for physical activities and some basic nutrition. Registration taken at any time.
The $50.00 registration includes a FREE family membership for the duration of the program. To maintain this membership, the child must attend the classes 80% of the time on average and the family must participate 2 times a month on family class night.
Program Participants can pay $10.00 a month with no attendance requirements.
Contact Heather Wright at hwright@marionfamilyymca.org for more information.
All Marion youth entering / in 6th grade during the 2022 - 2023 school year have the opportunity for a free membership to the Y.
Membership period is May 2022 through August 31, 2023
Requirements for the free membership include:
Must be in 6th Grade for the 2022-2023 school year.
Must be registered in person at the Y by a parent / legal guardian.
Child and a parent / guardian are required to participate in an orientation session which can be held in via phone call.
For more information, contact Jason Gorby at 740-725-9622 or email jgorby@marionfamilyymca.org.
Getting started on a proper weight training program at any age offers many benefits and will set you up for optimal progress in the long run. Kids ages 9 - 13 years old are required to sign up for an orientation on the equipment in the Family Wellness Center. Set up an appointment at the Service Center or contact Heather Wright at hwright@marionfamilyymca.org
Looking to introduce fitness to your teen?
Looking to improve sports skills?
Looking to implement healthy workout habits?
FEE:
$20/hour member or bring a friend for $25 member (two person rate, split the cost)
Discounted rate for ages 13-17
Monday – Friday Mornings – 9:05 – 11:20am
Monday – Thursday Evenings – 4:45pm – 7:50pm
Kids can play in a fun, safe environment under the supervision of responsible Y staff so members can work out or take a class.
