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YOUTH PROGRAMS - Prince Edward Square

Carpenter:

 

My Wild Backyard:

A fun filled exploration of the Glenn Carpenter Centre’s 250 acres of pristine wilderness. Our young hikers will learn safe travel techniques, how to build shelters, play map and compass games, learn how to identify animal tracks, and local flora and fauna.

 

Ages 7-12                    June 12-13, 19-20       8:30-4:30                     Carpenter Centre

 

Family Picnic

Looking for a perfect family outing? Come out to the Glenn Carpenter Centre where you can walk our trails, cool off in the lake, paddle a canoe or kayak, and enjoy a picnic with your family.

 

All ages                       Sundays June 13, 20   11am-2pm                   Carpenter Centre

 

Youth:

 

Coffee House:

An open mic night for all youth and teens interested in sharing their musical talents, or for those interested in listening to live music in a comfortable atmosphere.

Ages 11-18      April 29th         6:30-9pm                                            Body/Spirit Room

Leader-Corps:   A chance for youth aged 12-14 to learn more about community, team work and themselves. Participants meet every Thursday at the Saint John YMCA.

Ages 12-14     April 4-June 12           (Thursday) 6:30-7:45                     Body/Spirit Room

Babysitting Course:   Designed by the Canadian Red Cross, this one day course offers those potential babysitters the necessary skills for what to do in emergencies, safety practices, first aid, diapering and feeding as well as basic babysitting activities.

Ages 11 and up          April 24th         9:00 - 4:00 pm                      4 yr old room

Birthday Parties: Birthday party packages are available for your child on Saturdays and Sundays at our Prince Edward Square location.  Children will enjoy using the traverse wall, XR Dance and a variety of games - all supervised by a YMCA Staff.  With pizza, cake and decorations your child will have a great experience!   Call 634-7720 for more information.

Saturdays        5:00 to 7:00 p.m.                                                    Spirit/Body/Mind

Sundays         12 noon to 2:00 pm

                    3:00 to 5:00 pm

Kids Can Climb

Encourage your child to climb to new heights. This class explores the basics of indoor climbing, focusing on wall safety and basic fundamentals. Your child may participate in age-appropriate climbing games while learning how to boulder along the wall.

7 - 13 years     Saturday          1:45 - 2:30 pm                                  Spirit/Body Room

Family Jujutsu: Today with the enormous interest in mixed martial arts this traditional art is presently the most popular one around.  It teaches stand up combat techniques and grappling - not to mention it is an excellent work-out for the whole family!

Ages 7 and up                       Saturday:  2:30 - 4:30 p.m.                          Spirit/Body Room


Youth Drop-in Saturday programs:   Come and join in the fun on Saturdays at the 'Y' Prince Edward Square.  We will be offering a 2 hour drop-in program that will be filled with activities.

Sticky Fingers:  for the young cook in the family                            Spirit/Body/Mind Room

Ooey Gooey Art:  for the creative child

Traversing Wall:  for all those who like to monkey around

XR Dance:  for those who can't keep still and need to dance to the beat and much, much more.

5-12 years       Saturdays: 11:30 p.m.- 1:30 p.m. 

Pre-school Body Rock: A total Body Work Out! Your preschooler will be active with various pieces of equipment, games and music designed to promote fun and fitness.

1-4 years         Saturdays: 10:45am-11:30am                                  Spirit/Body Room

Pre-School Drop In: Have our fun and caring staff look after your child while you work out or run errands.

2-5 years         Saturdays: 11:30-2:30am                                          4 year old room.

Friday Night Youth Drop In:   Start the weekend with a social gathering at the Y. Each week we’ll have great activities to keep youth busy in a positive atmosphere, we’ll offer, Dances, Movies, XR Dance, bingo, and more!

7-12 years       Friday nights: 6:30pm-8:30pm                                Spirit/Body/Mind

 

For more Youth Programs please visit the Millidgeville Community Centre, Forest Glen Community Centre and the Quispamsis Recreation Centre webpages.

 

 
  
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