Tweens and Teens

The Briargate YMCA is committed to providing avenues for our Teens to grow into responsible young adults. We see clearly that our youth will be future leaders in our community, city, state, nation and even world. Want responsible adult leaders? Teach them values when they’re young!

Tween Nights:

The YMCA offers tweens the opportunity to get to know other tweens in their community, by engaging in new friendships in a safe and fun environment. Join us for a Tween Night and experience a fun Saturday night made just for you. Activities include swimming, inflatables, a live DJ, volleyball, basketball, Nerf wars and even a Lego room.

Enjoy pizza, chips and a drink by purchasing a punch card at registration.

Bring a friend and earn a free Tween Night for yourself.
Ages: 8-12 years
Days: 2nd, 4th and 5th Saturdays
Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm

Community Service Opportunities

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Tween Nights/Teen Volunteers

Ages: 13-18 years of age

Teens help run Tween Nights. The Teens learn responsibility, respect, caring and honesty while working side by side with staff members in assuring that the Tween Nights are always safe and fun. Teens have the opportunity to gain volunteer hours along with trainings that help develop life long skills. It helps them gain an understanding of basic skills needed for those first job opportunities down the road.

All volunteers must first apply for the position of being a volunteer by filling out a Teen Volunteer Application which can be obtained at our Welcome Center. An interview will be set up and your teen will need to provide 3 references.

On going training is mandatory and is set up by the program supervisor.

The Successful Babysitter

Learn the leadership skills needed to be a responsible and safe babysitter. YMCA babysitting certification included along with the knowledge of CPR and First Aid skills, working with children with special needs, and fun activities to do with children of all ages. Each participant will receive a "babysitter's backpack" with activity starting supplies, mini first aid kit, book and more.
Ages: 9 years and up

Guard Start

Guard Start is a American Red Cross junior lifeguard course. Through this course students will learn Prevention, Professionalism, Fitness, Response and leadership.
Ages: 12-14 years
Fee: Member: $65 Non Member: $85

Water polo

Introduction to basic skills of water polo, correct positioning, and prepare for play. These objectives are met through basic drills, game-type activities, and lots of encouragement. First session starts June 3!