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

North Pinellas YMCA Preschool and Elementary Programs flyer

Preschool Classes

Little Learners Playschool

Starting Wednesday, September 1st, 2010, Ms. Lisa will again take our preschool children into the wonderful world of learning and fun. Children will be doing fun and education activities: learning colors, days of the week, alphabet and number recognition. They will be exploring science, art and working on some fun cooking projects. They will need to bring their lunch and wear closed toed shoes.

Day:   Monday/Wednesday/Friday                                   Time: 9:30am - 12pm

Ages: 2 1/2 - 5 years old (Must be potty trained)

Monthly Fee: Facility Members $150/ Program Members $175          Drop In Fee: $20 per class

NEW: Toddler Time

New Class for Toddlers!  Join us as we start having fun with other Toddlers!  We will be exploring science, art and working on some fun cooking projects.

Day:   Tuesdays (Starts September 7th)                Time:              9:30am - 11:30am

Ages: 18mths - 2 1/2 years old (Parents will be called to change diapers.)

Monthly Fee: $70-Facility Members / $100-Program Members    

NEW: Preschool Cooking & Crafting

Join us as we explore the world of cooking and art.  Each week will be a new adventure with a fun cooking/art project.

Day:   Thursdays (Starts September 2nd)             Time:   9:30am - 11:30am

Ages:  2 1/2 years – 5 years old (Must be potty trained)

Monthly Fee: $85- Facility Members / $110- Program Members         

 

Preschool Sports

Rookie Tennis

This fun program teaches children the fundamentals of tennis - all while having fun.

Date: Monday Nights

Session #1- Sept. 13 - Oct. 11 (Rain Date: Oct. 18)

Session #2 - Oct. 25 - Nov. 22 (Rain Date: Nov. 29)

Ages & Times: 3-4 year olds 4:45-5:30 pm

Ages & Times: 5-6 year olds 5:30-6:15 pm

Session Fee: Facility Members $50/ Program Members $65

Rookie Monthly Sports

Each of these programs is a fun way for kids to learn general sports skills and fitness techniques.  We will play organized games that will help your preschool child learn to follow instructions and have fun playing sports.  We teach sportsmanship and fair play. (Three week sessions)

T-Ball: Sept. 7-23 (Rain Dates: Sept. 28 & 30)
Silly Willy Boot Camp: Oct. 5-21 (Rain Dates: Oct. 26 & 28)

Soccer: Nov. 2-18 (Rain Date: Nov. 23)

Running Games: Nov. 30- Dec. 16 (Rain Date: Dec. 21)

 

Date: Tuesday & Thursday Nights
Ages: & Times: 3 to 5 year olds / 4:00-4:45pm 
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $45 / Program Members $65

 

Preschool and Elementary Dance

Ballet • Tap • Tumbling

For Kids Ages 3 to 7 Classes Begin in September!

The North Pinellas YMCA Dance Program is designed for children ages 3 and older. Classes are progressive and continue throughout the school year (monthly tuition is due before the 2nd class meeting of each month). Skills are mastered and combined into choreographed routines for Winter and Spring performances. Students must register by Nov. 1st to participate in the Winter Recital, and Feb. 1st to participate in the Spring Recital.

Ballet and Tap classes are taught by Laura Hudson, a member of the YMCA. Laura has taught dance lessons for 15 years, and this is her 8th year at the North Pinellas YMCA! She has a strong background in ballet and tap, and is a natural with young children. We’re sure that your child will enjoy our dance program, so join the fun today! For more information, call Mrs. Laura at 244-0497 or email: laurachudson@yahoo.com.

Please note that this program is for kids only, and after the 1st class parents are asked to wait outside the classroom.

Level I Ballet, Tap and Tumbling

Consists of Ballet and Tap with tumbling time each week. Children learn basic ballet skills and beginner tap steps. Supplies needed: Ballet shoes, Tap shoes and dance leotard; tights and skirt optional. Note: All classes Beg I and above are for kids only! Children must be able to attend class on their own, as visitors can be a distraction. Parents are invited to observe during the last 10 minutes of each class.

Ages: 3 and 4 year olds

Day& Time: Wednesday, 5:30 - 6:15

Monthly Fee: $40 Facility Member / $60 a month for Program Members

Level II Ballet, Tap and Tumbling

Ballet instruction includes classical ballet technique and center work. Tap instruction includes traditional tap steps, walks and terminology. Each class concludes with tumbling time! Supplies needed: Ballet shoes, Tap shoes, and dance leotard; tights and skirt optional. Note: 4-year-olds who have completed a full year of Beg I may register for this class upon recommendation from Mrs. Laura.

Ages: 5 to 7 year olds

Day & Time: Wednesday, 6:15 - 7:15

Monthly Fee: $45 Facility Members/ $68 a month for *Program members

Monthly Session Dates

September - 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

October - 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

November - 3rd, 10th, 17th, 22nd* (Monday; 1 class from 6-7 for all dancers)

December - 1st, 8th, 15th, 17th* (Friday evening Winter Performance at 6:30)

January-May 2011 session dates released November 2010.

TUITION DUE DATES: All tuition must be paid by the 2nd class meeting for your child to attend that month’s session (dates highlighted above). Winter Performance counts as a class. No show fee required. Instead, we ask that all participants pay the full monthly tuition amount. Thank you.

 

Elementary Special Classes

Parent’s Night Out

Attention parents: Are you looking for an night without the kids? Children will enjoy open play; fun and games; pizza and juice; and end the night with a movie and popcorn. Your kids will have fun while you enjoy a night out!

Please make sure your child has socks, closed toed shoes, sleeping bag, and pillow. Photo membership cards need to be turned in at check-in. If your child cannot attend, you must cancel 24 hours in advance to receive credit.

Age: 4-12
Fee: Facility Members $12; Program Members $24
Schedule: Third Friday of each month, 6 – 10 pm

Arts & Crafts Classes

This class will teach basic arts & craft skills with Stephanie Arner.  She will lead participants from the creative idea to completion.  Each arts & craft project will be based on the participants skill level.

Age: 7 - 11 Years Old

Days & Times:  Wednesdays, 5pm (Limit to 6 participants)

Monthly Session Fee: $50 – Facility Members/ $70 – Program Members

Jewelry by Design

Join local jewelry artist, Stephanie Arner,  as she teaches basic jewelry making skills. Each session will progress based on participants skill level. By the end of the session the participants will have made several jewelry pieces.  Preview the sample jewelry ideas in Kids Zone.

Age: 9 - 12 Years Old

Days & Times:  Wednesday,  6pm (Limit to 6 participants)

Monthly Session Fee: $75 – Facility Members/ $95 – Program Members

(Tools and supplies provided for class.  Students may opt to purchase  tools and additional materials)

Elementary Spanish Class

This program will teach the Spanish language and culture. Beginner/ Intermediate is for those who have had no formal education in Spanish Language. Intermediate/Advance participants need to have a foundation of Spanish, including a previous Spanish class or familiarity with the language. Both will focus on greetings, emotions, feelings, countries and cultures, shapes, parts of the body and face, animals and fruit.  These skills will be taught through songs, activities, basic instruction, arts and crafts, and most of all through fun games.

Schedule: Mondays, 6-6:45 pm - Beginner/Intermediate
Fee/session: $40 Facility Members; $60 Program Member

Special Note: Please pay at the beginning of the month or a late fee will be applied.

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 play structure, coloring, crafts, and so much more!  Staff on duty are CPR and First Aid trained and attentive to the children's needs.  What a way for families to develop spirit, mind and body.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:30 am – 1:00 pm 3:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tuesday/Thursday 8:30 am - 8:30 pm  
Saturday 8:00 am - 3:30 pm  
Sunday 11:00 am - 3:30 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

Tae Kwon Do - School Enrichment

Available at Brooker Creek, Cypress and Forest Lakes Elementary

These programs will be held at the schools and lessons are held with Tae Kwon Do Master Craig.

Brooker Creek Days & Times: Tuesday/ Thursday 2:50-4:00 pm

Cypress Days & Times: Monday 2:50-4:00 pm ; Wednesday 1:35-3:00 pm

Forest Lakes Days & Times: Wednesday 3:30-5:00 pm; Friday 2:50-4:00 pm

Ages: 4-11 years old

Monthly Fees: Facility Members $60 / Program Members $85

*Classes at the branch are included in the Enrichment programs. See below for times.

Tae Kwon Do - Evening & Weekend Classes

Our program combines challenging drills and fun activities in a structured environment to develop strength, flexibility, coordination and realistic self-defense skills. 

 

Age: 4 and up 
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $60; Program Members $85

Dates & Times:

Tuesdays & Thursdays

5:00-6:00 pm (Beginner)
6:00-7:00 pm (Intermediate)
7:00-8:00 pm (Advanced)

Saturdays

11:30-12:30 pm (Beginner)
12:30-1:30 pm (Intermediate)
1:30-2:30 pm (Advanced)

* Students may participate in classes above their skill level, and are encouraged to attend four or more classes per week.

Preschool & Youth Wellness

Parents-Tot: for ages 2 1/2 to 4 years old: A fun class designed for parents and child with music, movement and learning and meets every Wednesday from 10:45- 11:30am.

Kids Yoga: an instruction to Yoga in a relaxed setting. Its recommended for school-age participants. This class meets every Thursday from 3:45 - 4:30pm.

Youth Orientations 10 - 12 year olds can use the Wellness Center after a Youth Orientation.  Please ask Members Service Desk for the next date and time.

Elementary & Youth Swim Lessons

Fall Swim Lessons :

NEW: Preschool Swim Lessons, Monday & Wednesday session starting August 30th, at 9:00am

NEW: Parent/Child Lessons, Monday & Wednesday session starting August 30th, at  9:30am

Saturday Sessions start September 11th, various  classes and times available.

Session Fee: $42 for Facility Members/ $54 for Program Members

See Fall Swim Lesson flyers at the Front Desk for more information.

 

Private Swim Lessons$40/ hr for Facility Members $60/hr for Program Members

Private lessons must be purchased in 1-hour blocks but can be used in 1/2-hour sessions

Backyard Swim Lessons– Call Veronica Condren for more information about this program.

PYP Piranhas Swim Team

We are a year-round competitive swim program where a positive and supportive environment is established to help improve stroke, technique, skills and goals for each individual swimmer in the program. PYP will build good people and good swimmers through constant attention to teaching and training.

Each workout group is designed to develop ability levels working toward individual goals which may include reaching Junior Olympic, YMCA Nationals, Sectional or National level qualifying times.

We help you become the swimmer you have the potential to be!

Bronze
Practice Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Practice Time: 5 - 6:00 pm
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $40; Program Members $60

Silver
Practice Days: Monday - Thursday
Practice Time: 5 - 6:00 pm
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $50; Program Members $75

Gold
Practice Days: Monday - Friday
Practice Time: 5 - 6:00 pm
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $50; Program Members $70

Platinum
Practice Days: Monday - Friday
Practice Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $70; Program Members $100

Diamond
Practice Days: Monday - Friday
Practice Time: 6 - 8:00 pm
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $75; Program Members $105

Diamond HS
Practice Days: Monday - Friday
Practice Time: 6 - 8:00 pm
Monthly Fee: Facility Members $75; Program Members $105

 

Dance Classes

Beginner I Ballet, Tap & Tumbling

Children will learn basic ballet skills and tap steps.  Each class will end with tumbling time.  Participants need ballet and tap shoes and a dance leotard.  Please note, classes are for STUDENTS only.   Parents will be invited to watch the last 10 minutes of each class.

Age: 3 & 4
Fee/monthly: Facility Members $40; Program Members $60
Schedule: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:15 pm         

Beginner II Ballet, Tap & Tumbling

Children will learn classical ballet technique and center work and traditional tap steps, walks and terminology.  Each class will end with tumbling time.  Participants will need ballet and tap shoes and a dance leotard.  Please note, classes are for STUDENTS only. 

Schedule: Wednesdays, 6:30-7:15 pm
Age: 5 - 7
Fee/monthly: Facility Members $45; Program Members $68

 

Elementary Youth & Tennis Lessons

Tennis with Anne-Marie Lunde

Tennis Lessons Flyer

Cardio Tennis – Elementary: This is a class for students who are beginner to intermediate level tennis players who are looking to get into shape through fun tennis and tennis footwork drills.

Age: 7-10
Schedule: Tuesdays 5-6:00 pm - September 7th – September 28th and/or Thursdays 7-8:00 pm – September 9th –September 30th
Fee: $53 Facility Members; $66 Program Members (4 week session)

Middle/High School Intermediate; A progression from advanced beginner level. Can hit ground strokes and serve fairly well from baseline. Working new strokes, rallying and playing points against classmates.

Schedule: Tuesdays, 7-8:00 pm – September 7th –September 28th
Fee: $53 Facility Members; $66 Program Members (4 week session)

Elementary Beginner Tennis; Beginning tennis students with little or no experience.

Schedule: Thursdays, 5-6:00 pm – September 9th –September 30th
Fee: $53 Facility Members; $66 Program Members (4 week session)

Elementary Intermediate Tennis; Beginning For students who understand all of the basic strokes and who are working towards improving their strokes and learning about match play through fun drills and games.

Schedule: Thursdays, 6-7:00 pm – September 9th –September 30th
Fee: $53 Facility Members; $66 Program Members (4 week session)

Tennis with Robert Carlbo

Hot Shots; designed to develop hand/eye coordination with lots of games. Learn basic tennis. Intro to quick start.

Age: 5-7
Schedule:

Saturdays (8:00-9:00am) September 4th – October 2nd

Mondays (3:30-4:30pm) August 30th – September 27th

Wednesdays: (3:30-4:30p) September 1st – September 29th
Fee: $66 Facility Members; $82 Program Members

Hot Shots Advanced; designed to develop hand/eye coordination with lots of games. Learn basic tennis. Intro to quick start.

Age: 5-7
Schedule:

Mondays (4:30-5:30pm) August 30th – September 27th

Wednesdays: (4:30-5:30p) September 1st – September 29th
Fee: $66 Facility Members; $82 Program Members

Little Players; Lots of action with drills, games and mini tennis playing situations. Scoring and court etiquette. Using quick start methods.

Age: 8-10
Schedule:

Tuesdays: (5:00-6:00p) August 31st – September 28th

Thursdays: (5:00-6:00p) September 2nd – September 28th

Fee: $66 Facility Members; $82 Program Members

Little Players Advanced; A program with an emphasis on proper tennis technique, fitness and fun. Little players will start to rally with other players and learn scoring and court etiquette. For players who can start mini tennis rallies.

Age: 8-10
Schedule:

Tuesdays: (4:00-5:00 pm) August 31st – September 28th

Thursdays: (6:00-7:00p) September 2nd – September 28th

Fee: $66 Facility Members; $82 Program Members

Junior Aces: A program for 11-14 year olds with an emphasis on proper tennis technique, fitness, and fun. Will start to rally with other players and learn scoring and court etiquette.

Age: 11-14
Schedule:

Mondays (5:30-6:30pm) August 30th – September 27th

Wednesdays: (5:30-6:30p) September 1st – September 29th

Fee: $66 Facility Members; $82 Program Members

 

Team Sports

Sport Sponsorships

The North Pinellas Branch YMCA Youth Super Sports program runs mulitple seasons a year.  Your sponsorship of the program with items or monentary donations helps provide needed supplies (i.e. sports balls, goals, coaches training materials, etc)  If you are interested please take a look at this Youth Super Sports link. 

Sports Coaching

Interested in coaching? Do you like to be a team leader? Do you enjoy youth sports? The YMCA needs your help! You can make a difference in a child's life by being a volunteer coach! Youth Flag Football begins soon! Please contact Mike Henniger at 727-772-9622 or mhenniger@suncoastymca.org for further information.

Open Doors Scholarship Policy

The YMCA of the Suncoast’s Open Door policy states that no one is ever turned away due to the inability to pay.  There are scholarships and financial assistance available to those who qualify.  This assistance is made possible through our Annual Giving Campaign.  Without our members, volunteers, and community support the YMCA of the Suncoast could not offer the quality of programs that we do.
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