The YMCA is the perfect place for a kid to grow up! With programs and activities that spark their imagination, test their skills, teach values, and build self-esteem, it's no wonder why parents want their kids to be Y Kids! Come enjoy sports, arts, swimming, enrichment programs and much more as we build strong kids at the YMCA every day.

 

Youth Programs

Birthday Party

You’re Invited to an “EVERYBODY” BIRTHDAY PARTY! If you were born between January 1 and December 31, (yup that’s you!) come celebrate with us!  Sign up at the front desk to reserve your seat.

Schedule: Wednesday, July 21, 1:30 pm
Location: Community Center

Before And After School Care (4-12 years)

The YMCA is pleased to provide school-age child care for you and your children. We know how important it is to have affordable, convenient, quality care for your child while you are at work. We believe there is a great deal of difference between "baby-sitting" and family-center childcare.

The YMCA School Age Program seeks to involve parents in ways which strengthen family life and make it more fulfilling. The YMCA School Age Program is a unique program. The "Y" operates with the endorsement and collaboration of the Hernando County Schools. At the "Y", we share your belief that a childcare program must be dependable, safe, creative, and fun.

A Typical School Age Day

Circle Time A special time for discussion, sharing and finding out about oneself and others.
Snack Time A break for active bodies. (Parent Provided)
Homework Time A quiet time to get the homework done in the afternoon while our staff is there to help.
Project Time Time for a child to learn a new skill.
Activities Homework Assistance, Snack Time, and Games Skits/ Songs/ Arts/ Crafts/ Sports Character Development Science Projects
Special Events May Include Field Trips, Skating

The YMCA of The Suncoast provides nonstop care throughout the Hernando County Public School year.

Zumbatomic

Lead by a certified Zumba instructor, Zumba is a combination of high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the participants to dance away their worries!

Tuesdays, 4:30 pm
Age: school age and above

Dance

Age: 2 and older 
Fee: $32 Facility Members; $50 Program Members
Schedule: Four-week session meets every month.
Sessions start the 1st Monday of each month or the 1st Saturday of each month

Hip Hop Dance (ages 6-12):  Mondays, 5:30 pm
Hip Hop Dance (ages 13-18): Mondays, 6:30 pm
Tiny Tot Dance (ages 2-3):  Saturdays, 11:00 am
Ballet/Tap/Jazz Beginners (ages 3-5):  Saturdays, 12:00 pm
Ballet/Tap/Jazz Intermediate (ages 4-6): Saturdays, 1:00 pm
Ballet, Tap, Jazz (ages 6-10):  Saturdays, 2:00 pm
Broadway Jazz (ages 7-10): Saturdays, 3:00 pm

Toddler and Preschool Classes

These six-week programs meet twice a week introducing children to a variety of activities such as art, music, creative play, outdoor adventure, and more!!!

Age: 18 months-3 years
Fee: $42 Facility Members; $60 Program Members
Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10-11:00 am

These new class sessions incorporate a combination of activities from the following:

Animal Adventures

Activities that allow children to have fun exploring different animals and their habitats through art, songs, and activities.

Little Explorers

Activities relate to nature and environment.

ABC123

Some activities will prepare children with all they need to know for kindergarten.  Numbers, letters, days of the week, and more…

Uno, Dos, Tres

Activities teach kids to have fun while learning a new language.  Vamonos! as we visit a new country through arts, songs, and words!!

Oodles and Doodles of Art

Activities that allow kids to have fun and be creative in designing their own masterpieces!

Silly Willy Workout

Activities that incorporate learning with a high-energy workout that includes warm ups, cool downs, and stretches!

Tiny Tot Tunes

Activities that allow kids to have fun and develop motor skills and social skills through music, song, and dance! 

Ooey, Gooey Science

Activities that allow children to explore and have fun with science through different hands-on activities and experiments. 

Little Chefs Academy

Activities that allow children to put their chefs hats on while working with simple recipes, eating their creations and having fun. 

Guitar Lessons

Beginning and advanced guitar lessons for youth and adults are offered Saturday mornings. New four week sessions begin the first Saturday of every month. Class times are as follows:

Age: Advanced (Youth & Adult) – 8:00 am
Beginner Youth (ages 8-12) – 9:00 am
Beginner Adult (ages 13 & up) – 10:00 am
Intermediate (Youth & Adult) – 11:00 am
Fee/monthly: $32 Facility Members; $50 Program Members
Schedule: Saturday of every month

Youth Fitness

This program is a four week supervised program that introduces strength, flexibility and cardiovascular training in the Fitness Center. Students will learn about exercise, nutrition, muscles, free weight, Nautilus, as well as, Cybex machines. Upon completion of this four week course, students between the ages of 10 to 13 years will be allowed regular use of the Fitness Center when accompanied by an adult.

Age: 10-13
Fee: $45 Facility Members; $55 Program Members
Schedule: Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday or Saturday

Kids' Zone

Your kids will beg you to work out so they can play! The Kids Zone is a suitable environment for children ages 6 weeks to 10 yrs. The Kids Zone offers a variety of activities such as two outside playgrounds, a 2 story play structure, coloring, crafts, and so much more!  Staff on duty are CPR/AED and First Aid trained and attentive to the children's needs.  What a great place to help your children develop spirit, mind and body!

During the School Year:

Monday - Friday

8:30 am –1:00 pm

3:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Saturday

8:30 am - 3:00 pm

No evening hours

Sunday

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

No evening hours

 

Summer Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:30 am –9:00 pm

Saturday

8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Sunday

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

 

Policies:

  • Must have Family or Single Parent membership.
  • Children must wear socks while in the Kids Zone.
  • Parents must remain in the facility while their child/children are in the Kids Zone.
  • Children must be signed in and out by their parent/guardian only.
  • For your child's safety, we will collect the child's and parent's photo membership cards when you sign your child into the Kids Zone.
  • No food or drinks allowed in the Kids Zone.
  • Please refrain from bringing sick children into the Kids Zone.
  • For a complete set of rules, please see a Kids Zone attendant

Come join us in Kids Zone for some of our fun activities scheduled throughout the year.  Our staff like to have fun, so we have created some extra fun just for you!

2010 Kids Zone Activity Schedule
July—Wacky Day, July 20, All Day
August—Back to School/9-1-1 Demo, August 9, 10:00 am and 6:00 pm
September—We’ve Got to Move It, Move It!, September 19-25, times vary
October—Halloween Festival, October 23, 6:30-8:00 pm
November—Turkey Trot Olympics, November 23, 10:00 am and 6:00 pm
December—Holiday Party, December 15, 10:00 am and 6:00 pm

Parent’s Night Out

Enjoy a night out while we watch your child in our Y Kids Zone. Children attending need to be potty trained. We provide dinner, snacks, drinks, fun and games. Every child goes home with a craft! Sign up today!

Age: 3 - 12
Fee: Facility Member $18 per child; Program Member $20 per child
Schedule: Every Friday night of every month from 6 - 10:00 pm

Mommy and Me

Open to moms and/or dads, this interactive class will help your young child develop strong gross motor skills while spending quality time with you! The focus of this class is to have fun through music and activities, but at the same time your child will be developing coordination, flexibility and balance as well as their listening and social skills.

Age: 5 and younger
Fee: Included in Membership

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