Youth Programs

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA Swim Team is back for a spring season! Whether your kid (ages 6-17) is a returning team member or brand new swimmer looking to join, they can attend our upcoming evaluations and clinics to sharpen their skills and perfect their strokes.

Interested in building robots? Sign up for this FREE program offered by Temple University's College of Science and Technology! In SeaPerch, you'll design and build an underwater robot (ROV) and learn how engineers solve problems using science, technology, and teamwork.

We're teaming up with the Philadelphia Union to bring Union Rec soccer to Media! Union Rec is a recreational program that provides girls and boys with a fun, affordable, local neighborhood soccer experience. 

Music evokes happiness in people of all ages and can instantly change our mood. Particularly for children in early education, the power of music extends beyond bringing joy.

Martial arts offer many advantages for kids and teens. From the lessons they learn in the dojo to the skills they develop; martial arts students will carry their training over to other aspects of their lives. Here are six benefits of martial arts classes for kids and teens.

Do what you love this year and register for Early Spring programs! From dance to science to basketball and more - there are programs for every age and every interest!

Get ready for a brand new gymnastics league coming to the region! This league is designed for gymnasts to participate in fun, friendly meets with other YMCA branches. This is not a travelling team or advanced competitive gymnastics.

We're excited to offer martial arts programs at the Y! Get ready to enroll your kids in SaengJon JiHye KGD! This American-style martial arts practice derives from Korean Kun Gek Do and is infused with techniques from Muay Thai, Okinawan Karate Do, Military Martial Arts, and more!

Exposing your children to different activities and subjects early on can help them discover their interests and develop knowledge and skills. Learn how arts, music and science programs for kids can benefit their well-being and strengthen their love for learning.