2010 Teen Activities

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YMCA teen programs challenge teens to develop positive self-esteem, become leaders and mentors while providing an opportunity for self-expression in a safe environment.

Events

Town North Family YMCA
4332 Northaven Road
Dallas, TX 75229
Micaela Luna Gomez:  mgomez@ymcadallas.org
214.357.8431 ext 41

MEND
Ages 7 - 13
Make new friends, get in shape, find out how to be fitter, healthier and happier.

Free sessions for 7-13 year olds who are above their ideal weight, and their parents.

Begins Saturday, September 25, 2010
Classes on Saturday from 12:30 - 2:30 pm and Wednesdays from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.  Sign up at the Welcome Center.

Total Teen Takeover

Saturday, September 25
Saturday, October 23
Saturday, November 20
Saturday, December 18
8:30 - 11:00 pm
Pick-up games, fun aerobic classes
Member:  FREE     Activity Member:  $5
 

Pre-Teen Fitness & Teen Training 101
Age 8-15

FREE
Tuesday & Thursday
4:30-5:30 pm
A 4-week, twice a week introduction to fitness.

This program instills healthy workout habits for developing kids.  Includes drills, skills, and fitness games.

September 7 - 30

Please sign up at Welcome Center

Pre-Teen & Teen Mobilfit Program
Age 8-15

Teens can now set up a one-on-one appointment with our fitness floor staff to learn and use the MobileFit workout software in the Health and Wellness Center to develop healthy fitness habits.  Simply ask the Greeter's Station for more details.
(50 Minute appointment times)

**Must be 15 years of age to use the strength equipment/free weights.**

Teen Fitness Classes

Saturdays
9:00 am     Teen Hip Hop   Instructor:  Claudette

Youth & Government
9th-12th Grade

Junior Youth & Government
7th & 8th Grade

"Democracy must be learned by each generation in order for it to survive."  This citizenship program is designed for high school students (9-12) interested in participating in different components of our government including legislative, judicial, State Affairs Forum, and print or broadcast media.  Teens will gain confidence, leadership skills, and have a better understanding of how the government works.  Please check out the TNY online or www.texasyag.org  for more information.

Junior YG
This program is designed for middle school students to get a head start on writing a legisltive bill, debating bill topics and learning about the parlimentary procedure.  They will be able to present their bill at mock legislative during the YG district conference at SMU.  It's a great starting point for youth that are interested in Youth and Government as high school students.

    

Video:

  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8BAYfuL3TM

Volunteers

Need community service hours for church or school?  Please fill out a volunteer application form at the Welcome Center and we will contact you for your availability to help build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.

Achievers-Community Service Council

Have a special interest for a club?  Want to plan local service projects or social events aimed to bring different schools together?  Please contact Micaela Luna Gomez at 214.357.8431 ext 41.

Babysitter's Training

Must be 11 - 15 years old
Bring sack lunch
Certified




September 11

9:00 am - 12:30 pm

 All classes at Town North.

Full Member:  $60   Activity Member:  $70