The Rochester Area Family YMCA is dedicated to providing quality programming and services that encourage your teen to to reach their full potential. Get involved with your teen at the Y and help them make the right decisions in regards to where to go and what to do! The environment at the Y will give your child not only a safe place to be, but also a place to meet new friends in a place that encourages development, good behavior, and social responsibility.

MEMBERSHIP FOR TEENS

When youth reach the age of ten at the Y, they are allowed to be in the building by themselves and check out rental equipment, based on good behavior. The code of conduct at the Y is strict and is in place to keep everyone behaving in line with our morals and values, in order to provide a safe environment for everyone. While teens can have their own membership, based on parental consent, a family membership to the Y will allow you and all of your children to all participate together in programs and activities.

FITNESS FOR TEENS

Youth that are ages 13 or older have the opportunity to participate in fitness programs at the Y. This includes our free group fitness classes, working out in our fitness center, and participating in fitness programs such as Boot Camp and Kettle Bells. The Y also offers a Pre-Teen Circuit Challenge to introduce youth ages 10-12 to fitness. Look for this class in our current brochure or on our registration page.

YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT MODEL ASSEMBLY

The Youth and Government Model Assembly Session provides unique, hands-on opportunities for the young people of Minnesota to learn about their government. Minnesota YMCA Model Assembly has the honor to use the facilities of the Minnesota State Capital Complex and the Minneapolis Hilton to find out what it is like to run the state of Minnesota. They will learn a great deal not only about the government, but also about themselves and their abilities, interests, and responsibilities as citizens of a participatory democracy. Meetings for this program begin in September, and this is for students in grades 8-12. Learn more about this program by contacting Robin Chambers or reviewing our current brochure.

TEEN LEADERS

The Y has a Teen Leaders program that currently runs during the summer months. This is a program where teens can learn valuable leadership skills, help with our summer day camp program, and gain valuable experience in working in various areas of Y.

Y MENTORS

Y Mentors matches caring adult volunteers with youth ages 5-18 for a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Learn more about this program by clicking here...

LINK PROGRAM

The Y's LINK Program (Living Independently with KNowledge) is a Life Skills Training and Support Program for youth ages 16-21 who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk for becoming homeless. LINK will help youth transition into independent living. Click here to learn more.

VOLUNTEERISM

Teens are encouraged to volunteer at the Rochester Area Family YMCA. Not only is this good for obtaining scholarships for college, but this also provides them with opportunities help our local community and learn the importance of being socially responsible. Learn more about volunteering at the YMCA by clicking here...