YOUTH (6-12 YEARS)
At the Y, nurturing the potential of every child and teen is our focus. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That’s why, through the Y, thousands of local youth today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement.
With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests.
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Visit the School Age Child Care page for information on options available through the Y.
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Check into additional programs that are currently being offered.
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Swim
AUSTIN MARTINY MEMORIAL SWIMMER SAFETY DAY
The Austin Martiny Memorial Swimmer Safety Day was created to help parents to teach their children about water safety. Children will take part in a 45 minute classroom presentation on water safety and then spend one hour in the pool participating in water safety demonstrations. This is a fun and exciting way to learn swimming and boating safety.
Saturday, June 9
Time: 1:00 -3:00 PM
Fee: FREEJUMP INTO Y SWIM LESSONS!
We teach children to swim through the five components of Y swim lessons: Personal safety, Personal Growth, Stroke Development & Water Orientation, Water Sports & Games, and Rescue. Using both instruction and play, kids build their skills as they are ready, ensuring that they succeed often, build confidence and have fun.SWIM EVALUATIONS
The Y makes deciding which swim class to enroll your child or yourself in fun and easy. Swim evaluations are offered 3 days a week and can be scheduled at the Y’s Welcome Center or by calling 810-987-6400.
Session: Spring I & II
Tuesday/Thursday 3:30 – 4:00 PM
Saturday 8:30 - 9:00 AM
Age: 6 months and up
Fee: FREEYOUTH SWIM LESSONS
During these 45 minute classes, children practice and build upon skills
previously learned. These progressive lessons introduce the front crawl,
back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke and diving. To choose
the correct class for your child, please read the following descriptions
and select the class that best describes what your child will learn. If they
are beginners with few or no water skills, they should be placed in the
Polliwog class.
Session: Spring I & II
Age: 6 years old and up
Member Fee: $30
Non-Member Fee: $60Polliwog: Introducing school-age children to the pool to help them adjust to the water. Swimmers will learn front and back fl oating skills, paddle stroke on both front and back, personal safety the use of flotation devices. Participants must be comfortable putting their head underwater and jump into the shallow end of the pool on their own.
Tuesday 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Thursday 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Saturday 9:00 - 9:45 AMMinnow: Swimmers advance their swimming stroke in the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke while increasing endurance and technique. Swimmers will be introduced to butterfly stroke and open turns. Students must have completed Polliwog or able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke, tread water 15 seconds and be able to jump into the deep end of the pool with little or no assistance.
Tuesday 4:00 - 4:45 PM or 5:00 - 5:45 PM
Thursday 4:00 - 4:45 PM or 5:00 - 5:45 PM
Saturday 9:00 - 9:45 AM or 9:45 - 10:30 AMFish: This advanced level of swimmers work on stroke refinement and endurance. Students are introduced to dolphin kick, butterfly and learn standing dives and open turns. Swimmers must have completed Minnow or be able to swim 25 yds freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke in addition to treading water for 25 seconds.
Tuesday 4:00 - 4:45 PM - 2 classes availalbe
Thursday 4:00 - 4:45 PM - 2 classes availalbe
Saturday 9:00 - 9:45 AM or 10:00 - 10:45 AMShark: Swimmers focus on perfecting their strokes and increasing endurance with the use of open turns and standing dives. Swimmers will be introduced to starts and fl ip turns. When joining Sharks swimmers must have completed Fish or can swim 25 yards of butterfly along with the ability to tread water for 30 seconds.
Tuesday 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Thursday 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Saturday 9:00 - 9:45 AMPorpoise Club: Swimmers are encouraged to join Porpoise Club after completing Shark. This club will further improve advanced skills preparing swimmers for a more advanced swim team.
Tuesday 5:00 - 5:45 PM
Thursday 5:00 - 5:45 PM
Saturday 10:00 - 10:45 AMASD INSPIRE!
Created for children with an autism spectrum disorder and their parent(s) or caregiver. This program uses group music, movement, play and swimming activities to foster interactions between children and their parents. Scholarships available.
Session: Spring I & II
Saturday 11:00 - 12:00 Noon
Age: 3 years old and up
Member Fee: $30
Non-Member Fee: $60BLUE WATER OTTERS SWIM TEAM
The goal of the Blue Water Otters Swim Team is to teach competitive swimming techniques and Y core values, to develop self-esteem, and to meet new friends and have fun. The swim team is open to those ages 6 to 18 that can swim one length of the pool. Swimmers participate in swim meets against other YMCAs. Participants must also be Y members.PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
One-on-one or one-on-two swim instruction catered to your individual needs.
Members Private Fee: $10 (1/2 hour) or $20 (1 hour)
Members Semi-Private Fee: $15 (1/2 hour) or $30 (1 hour)
Non-Members Private Fee: $20 (1/2 hour) or $40 (1 hour)
Non-Members Semi-Private Fee: $30 (1/2 hour) or $60 (1 hour)4TH GRADE WATER SAFETY
This program offers the opportunity to each 4th grade class in the PHASD and parochial schools to come to the Y for a 45 minute classroom presentation and an hour water safety lesson in the pool. This program runs during the school year and is sponsored by the Noon Optimist Club. Port Huron Area School District provides transportation. Contact the Y for more information!Click here to go back to the top.
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Enrichment
HOLIDAY AND SNOW CAMP
Looking for help while schools is out? Kindergarten through 5th grade children will grow stronger together in a positive, safe environment during school holiday breaks and on snow days. A fun day of activities, including swimming, crafts and snacks, will keep your child active and happy.
Upcoming Dates:
April 2 - 9 Spring Break
May 25 Friday before Memorial Day Weekend
June 15 First day of summer vacation/last day before summer day camp beginsCREATIVE CRAFTS
More than just paint and glitter, participants will create new and creative Spring crafts. Have fun and create fun and exciting craft projects at the Y’s Creative Craft Class.
Tuesday, April 3
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Age: 6 - 12 years old
Member Fee: $5
Non-Member Fee: $10ICING FUN
Learn the basics of cake decorating in this fun and tasty class. Participants will learn how to make and tint frosting, practice using basic decorating tools and decorate their own tasty treats to take home. Fee includes all supplies including a basic Icing tool kit.
Session: Spring I
Tuesday 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Age: 6 - 12 years old
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $80KIDS NIGHT OUT
Children 6 - 12 are invited to enjoy a night filled with new friends and new games. School age kids will swim, play games, do crafts and participate in fun age-appropriate activities. Kids will receive a light snack and drink.
Friday, March 16
April 20
May 18
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Age: 6 - 12 years old
Member Fee: $10
Non-Member Fee: $20KIDS NIGHT OUT EXTREME!
Every other month the Y offers Kids Night Out EXTREME! In addition to our regular Kids Night Out activities, kids can stay later and take advantage of the Kid Zone room and enjoy pizza and a movie!
Friday, April 20
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 PM
Age: 6 - 12 years old
Member Fee: $8
Non-Member Fee: $16NATURE CRAFTS
Create beautiful projects using natural materials such as plants, rocks, twigs, flowers and more. Working with natural objects can inspire a love for the natural world and promote an appreciation for biology, ecology and the natural world. Fee includes all craft supplies.
Session: Spring II
Tuesday 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Age: 6 - 12 years old
Member Fee: $35
Non-Member Fee: $70Click here to go back to the top.
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Sports & Recreation
Check out the offerings and get in the game. Improve your skills, make new friends, and learn to love a new sport at the Y.
BASEBALL – INDOOR TRAINING
This fun interactive program aims to improve your child’s ability in all areas of the sport. Class will focus on proper techniques for throwing, catching, hitting, and base running. This training session is a great opportunity to prepare your child for the upcoming baseball season. Our exciting educational drills are guaranteed to improve your child’s ability in the sport of baseball. So bring your baseball mitts and athletic apparel and enjoy the great game of baseball.
Session: Spring I
Tuesdays
6:00 - 7:00 PM (6 - 9 year olds)
7:00 - 8:00 PM (10 - 13 year olds)
8:00 - 9:00 PM (14 - 16 year olds)
Age: 6 - 16 years old
Member Fee: $25
Non-Member Fee: $50BASKETBALL - YOUTH
Competiton with a side of extra fun is what you'll get withthe Y's Youth Basketball League. There will be an evaluation on the first day ot determine teams while our volunteer coaches prepare their rosters. A referee will be assigned to each court.
Session: Spring I
Tuesday Practice 5:30 - 6:30 PM (6 - 9 year olds)
Saturday Games 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Tuesday Practice 6:30 - 7:30 PM (10 - 12 year olds)
Saturday Games 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday Practice 7:30 - 8:30 PM (13 - 16 year olds)
Saturday Games 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Age: 6 - 16 years old
Member Fee: $30
Non-Member Fee: $60BULLY PREVENTION
This class is designed to correctly teach kids the steps and techniques to protect themselves from bullying. Kids will learn bully prevention while playing games and exercising as well as get an introduction to the gentle art of jiu-jitsu to learn how to defend themselves and control the bully with various proven jiu-jitsu techniques.
Session: Spring I & II
Saturday 10:00 - 12:00 Noon
Age: 8 - 12 years old
Member Fee: $12
Non-Member Fee: $24CHEERLEADING
It’s time to make some noise! Our beginner session of cheerleading will focus on tumbling, cheers, jumps, arm movements, flips, voice technique, and cheerleading chants. Safety and technique will be stressed as an important part of the program.
Session: Spring I
Friday 5:00 - 6:00 PM (7 – 9 year olds)
6:00 – 7:00 PM (10 – 13 year olds)
Age: 7 - 13
Member Fee: $25
Non-Member Fee: $50FITNESS FOR KIDS
Build strong kids in a fitness class designed specifi cally for them! This circuit class has stations with jump ropes, steps, cones, exercise bands and agility games. Kids will have fun warming up with different activities, training cardiovascular and body resistance skills.
Session: Spring I & II
Monday 5:30 - 6:15 PM
Age: 6 - 14 years old
Member Fee: FREE
Non-Member Fee: $35GLADIATOR
Become a Gladiator with this fun active adventure game that combines dodge ball, flag football and capture the flag. Players defend their team flag while trying to capture the other team's flag and avoid being hit by balls or having their flag-football ribbons pulled. Get active with a fun Gladiator adventure at the Y!
Saturday March 24
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Age: 8 - 14 years old
Member Fee: $10
Non-Member Fee: $20HOME SCHOOL GYM & SWIM
A great way for home-schooled children to get their gym credit during the school year and make new friends. This program is open to all kids in 1st - 12th grade. Children must be 6 years old to participate. Children are split during gym time into age appropriate groups.
Session: Spring I & II
Thursday 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Member Fee: FREE
Non-Member Fee: 1st Child $50, 2nd Child $40, 3rd Child $30SOCCER - SPRING MIGHTY GOAL DIGGERS
Welcome all beginning soccer players. Boys and girls ages 4 - 6 years old will have fun while learning the game of soccer during their weekly practices (Tuesday) and games (Thursday) on the Y's beautiful waterfront soccer field. Shin guards required. Volunteers are needed as team coaches!
Session: Spring II
Tuesday/Thursday 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Age: 4 - 6 years old
Member Fee: $25
Non-Member Fee: $50SOCCER - SPRING DEFENDERS
This program is designed for beginners and serious soccer players. Boys and girls ages 7 - 9 years old will advance their knowledge of soccer while having fun at weekly practices (Tuesday) and games (Thursday) on the Y's beautiful waterfront soccer field. Shin guards required. Volunteers are needed as team coaches!
Session: Spring II
Tuesday/Thursday 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Age: 7 - 9 years old
Member Fee: $30
Non-Member Fee: $60SPINNING - YOUTH
Spinning® is an innovative way to work out, combining a challenging and exciting cycling experience. This is a great class for the riding enthusiast or someone that wants to try it for the first time. Beginners please arrive 10 minutes early to learn how to set up your bike.
Session: Spring I & II
Thursday 5:30 - 6:15 PM
Age: 10 - 15 years old
Member Fee: FREE
Non-Member Fee: $10 drop-in fee or Flex CardSTRENGTH TRAINING - YOUTH
A fun, interactive class for our youth members only! Youth Strength Training provides supervised introduction on the foundations of physical fitness and personal wellness. Activities include flexibility training, cardiovascular training, strength and conditioning, basic anatomy and principles of nutrition.
Session: Spring I & II
Tuesday/Thursday 6:00 - 6:45 PM or 7:00 - 7:45 PM
Age: 10 - 12 years old
Fee: FREE (members only)TAE KWON DO
This Korean martial art is for the whole family, whether you are interested in self-defense, competition or physical fitness. Each progressive class is specifically designed for the appropriate age group. Individuals have the opportunity to test for higher ranks and are encouraged to compete at the local, state, regional and national level tournaments. This program is affiliated with Michigan AAU Tae Kwon Do. Parents and their children can join this class together!
Session: Spring I & II
Wednesday: 5:30 - 6:15 PM – Beginner (Ages 5 - 9)
6:15 – 7:00 PM - Int/Advanced (Ages 5 - 9)
7:00 – 8:30 PM - 10 to adult and parents with
children 7 years old and up
Age: 5 - Adult
Member Fee: Beginner $20, Intermediate $20 & 10 - Adult $25
Non-Member Fee: Beginner $40, Intermediate $40 & 10 - Adult $50ZUMBA FOR KIDS
Zumba fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a fun and dynamic workout.
Session: Spring I & II
Monday 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Age: 6 - 14 years old
Fee: FREE
Non-Member Fee: $30Click here to go back to the top.
