Youth Programs

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. 

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!

We're hosting an eight-week culinary course with our partners at the City of Camden and Rutgers University Camden! This course teaches youth essential culinary skills while focusing on food safety. 

Make time to do the things you love this year! If you want to try a new hobby or explore an existing passion, we have programs for all ages and interests! Browse the programs offered throughout our association to find the right one for you. Programs may vary by branch.

Don't miss out on winter sports leagues!

Become part of our brand new basketball league at the Y to improve your skills, build confidence, and compete against other Y athletes! Our City Basketball League will take place at our Christian Street, Columbia North, and West Philadelphia YMCA branches.

Is your teen interested in the media or journalism fields? The Camden Youth News Network is a free hands-on learning program focused on creativity, advertising, journalism, and preparing participants for a future in these career fields. This program is open to teens ages 13-18. 

History was made this past weekend as the Greater Philadelphia YMCA hosted the first-ever YMCA Pennsylvania Gymnastics State Camp at International Gymnastics Camp in Stroudsburg, PA.

Get your athletes ready for another basketball season at the Y! We've been hosting winter basketball leagues for over twenty years!