Teens

The Greater Providence YMCA provides teens with personal, social and recreational programs in a safe and positive environment that teaches leadership and responsibility, and promote individual self-esteem. Teens at the YMCA focus on educational achievement and gaining skills in an environment that emphasizes respect, responsibility, honesty and caring. Your teen will grow new friendships, build confidence and discover personal talents. The YMCA can help youth find positive opportunities in life that lead to happiness and success. 

Some of our exciting Teen Programs offered at the YMCA:

• After-School Programs
• Swim
• Teen Basketball
• Gymnastics
• Fitness Programs
• Teen Personal Exercise
• Teen Aerobics
• Teen One-on-One Personal Training
• Midnight Madness
  
  

• After-School Programs
  

  The Newman YMCA offers after-school care for middle school youth in East Providence, Seekonk and Rehoboth. It is a safe, stimulating environment offering older youth the opportunity to get homework assistance and socialize with peers. This program is offered from school dismissal until 6 pm.
  
  

• Swim
  

  Swim lessons are offered for youth of all ages, including teens. Also offered is lifeguard training for teens 16 and the Spring Swim clinic. The Spring Swim clinic focuses on stroke technique, competitive swimming rules and lots of fun.
  
  

• Teen Basketball
  

  The Newman YMCA offers several teen basketball leagues and clinics year-round.
  
  

• Gymnastics

  Gymnastics is offered to teens until the age of 14. There are both beginner and advanced beginner classes available.

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• Fitness Programs

  Teens are welcome in our Fitness Center after going through our required fitness orientation.
  
  

• Teen Personal Exercise

  This program teaches goal setting, healthy lifestyles, and equipment use. This is a free program to members.
  
  

• Teen Aerobics

  This program is offered to youths, ages 10 to 15. It is an aerobics class modified for older youth.
  
  

• Teen One-on-One Personal Training

  Teens are able to work with a YMCA certified personal trainer. This program will help take your workout to a new level.
  
  

• Midnight Madness

  A basketball program, offered every Friday night from 8:30 to 11:00 pm, is open to teens ages 13 to 17. Pick-up hoops with your friends, King of the Court and tournaments.