Intro to Voice Lessons
Ages 12 - 18
Wow your friends and find your voice's true potential when you learn from a trained vocalist.
One 30-minute lesson fee:
$25 Program Members / Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $15
4 week package (1 lesson/week) fee:
$100 Program Members / Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $60
Currently only available at North and Central YMCA.
For more information, call Spencer Koonz, 777 YMCA (9622) ext 315
Intro to Piano
Ages 12 - 18
New to the YMCA! Learn the fundamental basics of playing the piano, including theory, site reading and proper form.
Locations: Central & North YMCAs
One 30-minute lesson fee:
$25 Program Member / Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $15
4 week package (1 lesson/week) fee:
$100 Program Member / Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $60
For more information, call Spencer Koonz 777 YMCA (9622) ext 315
Safe Sitter Class
Ages 11-16
This babysitter training course is created by a doctor to prepare adolescents and teens to be safe, nurturing babysitters. You will learn skills that will benefit you thoughout life, especially in future interactions with children. First Aid / CPR certification not included in this course, but will be addressed. Fee includes a Safe Sitter Student Manual and 6.5 hours of instruction.
Visit safesitters.org for more information.
Fee: $55 Program Members / Y - Premier Members $45
Choose one workshop:
| Location | Dates | Days | Time | Session length |
| North | Jan 23, 24 & 25 | M/T/W | 6 - 8:15pm | 3-day |
| Feb 4 | Sat | 9am - 4pm | All Day (bring lunch) | |
| Valley | Feb 27, 28 & 29 | M/T/W | 6 - 8:15pm | 3-day |
| Central | Feb 11 | Sat | 9am - 4pm | All Day (bring lunch) |
Spring schedule will be available soon.
Space is limited so register early
Registration: Call 777 YMCA (9622) or sign up at Member Services
Group Guitar Lessons - NEW
Ages 12-18
Learning the guitar with friends in a fun, easy going group atmosphere. For the first time we are offering beginning & intermediate classes in 8 week sessions. Only at the Spokane Valley YMCA Teen Center.
FEB Session runs 2/11 - 3/31
APR Session runs 4/14 - 5/2
Beginning group meets every Saturday 1-2pm
Intermediate group meets every Saturday 2:30-3:30pm
$100 Program Member / Premier Youth & Family Member $80 (for 8 week session)
For information, call Jesse Richner, 777 YMCA (9622) x 215.
Friday Film Club
Ages 12 to 18
Are you interested in making short films, music videos, or a funny commercial? Our Film Club explores the in’s and out’s of film and will introduce you to the latest high definition video equipment and Apple programs such as iMovie, Final Cut and GarageBand. For more information contact Spencer Koonz, North Teen Director, at 777-9622, ext 315. View some of our films on YouTube - YMCA Teens Spokane.
Location: North YMCA Teen Center
Time: 4 - 6pm
Fee: $20 (Premier Youth & Family Member $10) per month
Registration: Call 777-YMCA (9622) or sign up at Member Services.
Friday Night Youth
Teen Centers, Ages 12-18
Join us every Friday night at the Central or North Teen Centers. We'll have fun activities, healthy snacks, and real life inspiration derived from the Y's core values, "Above The Influence", guest speakers, lessons learned from the Bible, and so much more! It's a great time to hang out with friends and meet new ones.
Y Teen Centers
Central: 7 - 9:45pm
North: 6 - 7pm
Fee: $8 (Y-Premier Youth and Family Member FREE)
Discounts for "Youth For Christ" participants, Community Centers and WDFY members ($2)
See Teen Program Director for details.
Intro to Guitar
Ages 12-18
Learn basic guitar with our trained instructor. Lessons are 30 minutes and an electric or acoustic guitar is provided for the lesson.
Locations: Now available at ALL 3 Spokane YMCAs
One 30-minute lesson fee:
$25 Program Member / Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $15
4 week package (1 lesson/week) fee:
$100 Program Members / Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $60
For more information for lessons at Central or North, call Spencer Koonz, 777 YMCA (9622) x 315
For lessons at Valley, call Jesse Richner, 777 YMCA (9622) x 215.
Music Recording Sessions
Ages 12 to 18
Learn how to record your own music through Apple computer programs and make your own CD. The Y Teen Staff will assist you through this exciting process. Recording times are available by 2-hour blocks.
Location: Central and North YMCAs
Fee: $40 (Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $20) per 2-hour block
Registration: Call 777-YMCA (9622) or visit Member Services for availability.
For more information, call Spencer Koonz, ext 315
Youth Legislature
Grades 8-12
Experience the democratic process from the inside. The Youth Legislature is a student directed model legislature offering teens the opportunity to develop leadership skills, explore a career in public service, write and critique law, and travel to Olympia, WA, on May 2-5, 2012 for the 65th Youth Legislature with teens from around the state. Assume the role of Senator, Representative, Lobbyist, Journalist, or state-wide officer.
For more information or if you are interested in getting a delegation or Mock Trial club started at your school or youth center, please contact Paul Warfield at pwarfield@ymcaspokane.org.
Location: Central Y
Fee: $400 Program Members / Y-Premier Youth & Family Member $350
Scholarship/Financial Aid available
Dates: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, Now through May 2012
Click here to download a registration packet.
You can also visit http://www.youthandgovernment.org/ for more details.
Youth Investment Program (formerly Friends & Servants)
Ages 13 - 19
The YMCA Youth Investment Program intervenes and invests in the lives of at-risk youth, ages 13-19. We provide support, guidance and the opportunity to fulfill required community service and restitution through a variety of job settings. Teens are introduced to the values and principles that will help them succeed in an array of work environments, while also being shown the true value in themselves. Participants are encouraged in life goal-setting and enhancing their work skills by working closely with positive adult mentors in a productive environment.
Youth Investment Program provides all types of lawn and yard care services including mowing, trimming, weeding, raking and cleaning flower beds. We offer a unique opportunity for local businesses, non-profits and individuals to partner with us and help area youth learn valuable job skills and work ethic. Discounted lawn services are performed alongside and under direct supervision of YMCA staff.
To learn how you can support this valuable program or to schedule your lawn services, please contact Jesse Richner jrichner@ymcaspokane.org or call 777 9622 (YMCA) x 215.
To learn how you can support this valuable program or to schedule your lawn services, please contact Jesse Richner or call 777 9622 (YMCA) x 215.For more information about the Youth Investment Greenhouse and Garden, contact the Youth Investment Supervisor at 777 9622 (YMCA) x 323 (North), or x 220 (Valley) or email seth@ymcaspokane.org
