Teens

Teen Programs at the Cranston YMCA succeed because they are fun, but they also encourage teens to contribute their skills and abilities in solving community problems. Caring adult staff and volunteers offer guidance, but teens take the lead in pursuing themes and activities around their interests. Teens are encouraged to practice the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Any questions about the Teen Programs please call Lisa @ 275-5805.

After-School Programs

• Teen Basketball Program                                                       
• Drama Club
• Swim Lessons
• Leaders Clubs
•   Girls Rock
•    Tutoring
•   Dance Mix
• *Babysitting Certification
•  *Field Trips
•  Video Game Tournaments & Movies
• Teen Nights at the YMCA
  Teen Gym- Mon & Wed 6:00-7:30pm    
  Teen Swim- Tue, Thur, & Fri- 7:30-9:30pm

  Teen Lounge- Mon, Tue, & Wed- 6:00-8:00pm
  

   

  
  

  
  Click here for the May calendar of Teen Activities!    

*Fees are required

• After-School Programs
  

  The Cranston YMCA offers before- and after-school child-care for middle school-aged children.  Our program is licensed by DCYF with a curriculum that includes arts and humanities, health and wellness, homework help and character development. Our Teen After School program is held at the Cranston Community Youth Center (CCYC), located behind the YMCA at 155 Gansett Avenue in Cranston. We service Cranston’s three middle schools, Bain, Park View and Western Hills. 
  
  For information on fees and availability, please contact our Child Care Administrator,
  Anne Eugene aeugene@gpymca.org
  

• Swim Lessons

  
  Our Teen Swim Lessons are offered for teens ages 13-15. These classes are appropriate for teens of all swimming abilities, from beginner to advanced. Teens learn proper stroke technique, proper breathing and work on building endurance.  
  
  You  can contact our Aquatics Director, Joe Costello at jcostello@gpymca.org.

• Girls Rock
  
  

  Girls sit down with group of peers and discuss peer pressure, body image, stress, develop leadership skills, with guest speakers in a fun and safe environment. Girls Rock is offered after school at the Peter Pastore Teen Center located next door to the Cranston YMCA.

• Teen Nights

  Teens can have good, healthy fun at our teen dances. Teen dances are for middle school-aged children only and are held at the Peter Pastore, Jr. Community Youth Center (PPYC). Teens enjoy fun evenings with friends, music and dancing, while being chaperoned by parents and YMCA staff under the supervision of the Cranston Police Department. Dates and times vary; please contact the YMCA for information on upcoming dances.
  
  For more information contact our  Teen Director Lisa Kennedy at lkennedy@gpymca.org 
  

• Leaders' Club

  Cranston YMCA teen Leaders' Club program takes a holistic approach, encouraging leadership training, personal growth, service to others and social development. This approach offers teens the opportunity to build confidence and competence during a critical stage of their development.  Participants in the Leaders' Club work together to develop program ideas, fundraising opportunities and special events. They also work as volunteers within the YMCA and their community. Teens ages 12-17 meet weekly and participate in social activities, as well as annual rally weekends with other YMCAs. Teens must be members of the YMCA.
  
   For more information contact  Teen Director Lisa Kennedy at lkennedy@pgymca.org

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• *Teen Basketball

  The Cranston YMCA offers a co-ed Teen Basketball for teens ages 11 -17. Teen basketball is an instructional program emphasizing skill development and sportsmanship. 
  

• Dance

  Your teen can enjoy learning the latest dance moves with the Cranston YMCA’s Hip Hop Dance Class! This class is offered for children ages 9 and up; no experience is necessary. Teens and youth will develop choreography skills as they learn the latest in hip-hop moves and styles. Held at the PPYC.
  
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• Drama

  Come join us for acting, singing, dancing or working behind the scenes of musical productions. Drama is offered after school at the Peter Pastore Teen Center located next door to the Cranston YMCA.