Youth Development

From camp to child care to afterschool activities to sports and more, the Y offers holistic programming that enhances, protects and nurtures the unique development journey of every child and teen.

Kid Zone - A Safe Place To Be

Need a workout, but no one to stay with the kids? No worries, our Kid Zone offers hourly care for you to get your workout in! Our kid zone offers a cozy environment for your child to play, learn and make friends.

MORNING HOURS

Monday - Friday

8:00am-11:00am

AFTERNOON HOURS

Monday - Thursday

8:00am-11:00am

AGES*

3 months to 10 years old

*Included with a family membership.

What is Excel Beyond the Bell?

EBB is an onsite enrichment program that provides students with a safe, nurturing environment where they can build friendships, stay physically active and engage in a multitude of activities while also receiving academic support. We currently offer after school program at Bradley Elementary School, Ohlone Elementary School, Hall District Elementary School, and Watsonville Prep Navigator School.

Reasons to register for EBB

On campus programming
School dismissal until 6pm
Healthy Mind Time: 25 minutes of reading followed by 35 minutes of homework assistance.

Expanded Learning Opportunities Program

In partnership with the Pajaro Valley Unified School District and Watsonville Prep a Navigator School, the YMCA is providing after school care at Bradley Elementary, Hall District Elementary, Ohlone Elementary, and Watsonville Prep School. Our Expanded Learning Opportunities Program is designed to support students in our community by providing a safe place after school where students can stay active, remain social and receive academic and emotional support. Our Program is conveniently held on campus until 6pm for 180 days of school as well as an additional 30 days of intersessions.

Watsonville Prep A Navigator School

Providing afterschool care and social development, the YMCA provides a safe space for students at school dismissal. YMCA supports students with academics, enrichment, conducts YF4L program, engage in Art & S.T.E.A.M. projects. YMCA participants will be a part of monthly service-learning projects to build and support our community.

Bradley Elementary

Providing afterschool care and social development, the YMCA will provide a safe space for students at school dismissal. YMCA support students with their academics, enrichment, conduct YF4L program, engage in Art & S.T.E.A.M. projects. YMCA participants will be a part of monthly service-learning projects to build and support our community.

We are IN when school is OUT!

YMCA Break Camps are designed with the perfect amount of fun for your child. Each camp will have a daily dose of physical activity, art & creativity, group games and relationship building activities to keep your child engaged and happy during school breaks.

BREAK CAMP FLYER PVUSD STUDENTS (ENG) PVUSD sTUDENTS (SPN)

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE

At the Y, no one is ever turned away because they lack the ability to pay. We offer financial assistance so everyone has the opportunity to take advantage of the Y's valuable programs and services. If you would like to apply for financial assistance, click on one of the links below, fill out the form and bring it to your local YMCA.

Learn More about our Financial Assistance Options:

Financial Assistance Application - English
Financial Assistance Application - Spanish