Youth Development

Afterschool Care
Mother's Morning Out
Dance at the YMCA
Youth Sports
Kid Events

Summer Day Camp registration is open

Planning for summer yet? We are. We've got our summer day camp programs all lined up. You can pick up a copy of our summer camp guide and registration form at the front desk. But take a look and see what you like in the online version.

Afterschool Child Care

What are you doing after school? The time your child spends after school is important. Homework help with tutors, groups games, arts and crafts, sports, healthy snacks, water safety education, teen programming and supervised play are all a part of Y Afterschool. Enrich your child’s life and let them take full advantage of the facilities at the Y with the Afterschool program.

This program is held on-site at Duncan Chapel Elementary School from school dismissal until 6:00pm.

Mother's Morning Out

A warm welcoming atmosphere in which children will have the opportunity to function in a structured setting designed for children ages 3 and 4. They will be exposed to a wide variety of curriculum included in the K-4 state program. Themed activities will include days of the week, colors, numbers, counting, shapes, song, dance, reading and writing. This program is coordinated by SC state certified teacher, Audrey Smith. Program starts September 6th and is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00am - 1:00pm.

Dance Classes

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DANCE CURRICULUM

This program educates dancers in multiple disciplines with an emphasis on proper technique and an appreciation of the art. Our youngest dancers begin by exploring movement, rhythm, spatial awareness and building their own creativity. These concepts create a foundation that we can continue to nurture as dancers grow through the program. Through the years, dancers will be introduced to discipline specific
terminology, body placement and movement that is appropriately challenging for their level. All dancers will be given the opportunity to show off their development at a yearend performance for family and friends.

An additional part of every dancer’s curriculum is gaining appreciation of the art through understanding the history, experiencing the art as a spectator and eventually even becoming a part of the creative process through self-expression. There are many in-class experiences that help to facilitate this understanding, but we also provide several extra-curricular enrichment opportunities, like our
semi-annual Night at the Theatre, that dancers and even their families can take advantage of.

CLASS CALENDAR

The dance calendar will consist of a 16 week fall semester and 16 week spring semester. Students may register and join classes through the year. If students wish to participate in the spring performance they must be enrolled no later than the first week in March.

Fall Semester Begins August 22, 2011
Fall Break - No Classes November 21, 2011-November 25, 2011
Semester Ends December 16, 2011
Spring Semester Begins January 9, 2012
Spring Break – No Classes April 2, 2012-April 6, 2012
Semester Ends May 4, 2012
Spring Performance TBA

CLASS SCHEDULE

The class schedule has consolidated levels, as the program grows so will the schedule in order to accommodate all ages and levels. Classes may be added or removed at the discretion of the dance director.

Pre/Primary 3-4 years old
Level I 5-6 years old
Level II 7-9 years old
Level III 10-12 years old
Level IV 13 + years old

Wednesday
11:15am – 12:00pm - Pre/Primary Combination*
3:30pm – 4:30pm - II/III Ballet
4:30pm – 5:30pm - II/III Jazz and Creative Movement

Thursday
3:00pm – 4:00pm - Primary/I Combination*
4:00pm – 5:00pm - III/IV Ballet
5:00pm – 6:00pm - III/IV Jazz and Hip Hop

*Combination classes will include Ballet, Tap and Creative Movement at age appropriate levels.

TUITION AND FEES

A non-refundable registration fee along with first payment is due before a child is enrolled. Tuition fees are due upon enrollment and by the 15th of each month with the last payment due by March 15th. Tuition is considered past due if not paid by the 15th and late fee of $10 will be added. Tuition is due regardless of your child’s attendance and we will be more than happy to arrange a make-up class if classes are missed.

In preparation for the Spring Performance, costume fees are billed per class at the beginning of the spring semester. All fees are due by April 15th; any student with an outstanding balance will not be allowed to participate in the Spring Performance.

Families with multiple students enrolled will receive a $5 discount on each additional child’s tuition.

Tuition Fees
45 minute class $40/member $55/non-member
60 minute class $50/member $65/non-member

Other Fees
Registration Fee $25/member $35/non-member
Costume Fee $25 per class

Classes begin August 22nd! Call the branch for more information.

Youth Sports

Baseball/T-ball/Softball (ages 4-14)

·        Registration: April 2 - April 20

·        Late Registration: May 1 - May 6

·        Practices begin the week of May 27

·        Games: June 9 - July 21

Fall Soccer (ages 4-14)

·        Registration: July 2 - July 31

·        Late Registration: August 1 - August 5

·        Practices begin the week of August 20

·        Games: September 8 - October 27

Flag Football/Cheerleading (ages 5-14)

·        Registration: September 3 - September 30

·        Late Registration: October 1 - October 7

·        Practices begin the week of October 29

·        Games: November 10 - December 22

Winter Basketball (ages 4-14)

·        Registration: November 1 - December 4

·        Late Registration: December 3 - December 9

·        Practices begin the week of January 7, 2013

·        Games: January 19 - February 25, 2013
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Kid Events

Parents Night Out is held the second Friday of every month.
Kid Fit Classes ages 3-6: Bring your children to our Kid Fit classes.

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