Kernersville Family YMCA
Teens
Summer Day Camps
YMCA Day Camps, Sports Camps, Specialty Camps and Teen Camps provide a safe, fun environment to experience a wide range of activities. Day, Sport and Specialty Camps are available at all our YMCA branch locations.
Now offering online registration
For more information about YMCA Camps, and to register online click here.
Saturday Night Live
Middle school students are invited to the Kernersville Family YMCA to enjoy a live DJ, dancing, game room, open gym and snacks. Join us for a Saturday night of friends, food and fun from 7:30 pm-10:30 pm!
Cost: includes snacks and a drink
Day of event: $10/Members, $15/Potential-members
2012 Schedule
Saturday Nights from 7:30 pm-10:30 pm
- April 28
- May 12 and 26
- June 9 and 23
- July 14 and 28
- August 11 and 25
- September 8 and 22
- October 13 and 27
- November 10 and 24
- December 8
*Summer SNL events will be open to all rising 6th-rising 9th grade students.
Contact Greg Link at g.link@ymcanwnc.org or (336) 996-2231 ext. 111 with any questions.
Model United Nations
Model United Nations is an exciting, educational strategy for middle school students to learn about global issues. Participants assume the roles of diplomatic representatives to the U.N. as they consider contemporary international concerns. Through this role-playing event, participants develop greater understanding of world problems and the complexity of international relations.
The YMCA NC Middle School Model United Nations program begins in the fall and continues through the conference that is held in Black Mountain, NC each spring. Interested teenagers form groups of 5-10 and choose a country that interests them. Once countries are assigned, students research, prepare informational displays, write proposals, create costumes and study the basic organization of the United Nations.
Cost: $25 participant commitment fee
$260 conference fee
Contact Greg Link at g.link@ymcanwnc.org or (336) 996-2231 ext. 111 for meeting dates and times.
Leaders Club
Ages: 11-17
A YMCA tradition, the Leaders Club is for youth ages 11-17. The Club provides opportunities for learning, volunteering, physical fitness, socializing, taking trips and, of course, having lots of fun! It is an honorary club whose members are a highly selective group of high school students chosen because of their outstanding leadership potential. Leaders’ Club was first established in 1885 in New York. It has a very rich history in the YMCA as an outstanding and valuable teen program. This elite club prepares participants for college and the “real” world by helping them discover their leadership potential—all in an exciting, adventurous, Christian environment.
Registration: We will be accepting nomination forms through Monday, August 23rd. The forms can be picked up at the Kernersville Family YMCA.
Season: The Club meets once per month beginning Tuesday, September 14 at 6:30p.m. at the YMCA.
Contact Greg Link at g.link@ymcanwnc.org or (336) 996-2231 ext. 111 for meeting dates and times.
Youth & Government
The Youth & Government program is a High School age “Hands-on” experience in State Government. Youth & Government is an educational program that increases awareness of the governmental process and develops skills in the areas of personal development, self-esteem and leadership. There are opportunities for news reporting, writing, debating and lobbying for or against bills. The highlight of the program is a weekend long trip to Raleigh, where the students present and debate Bills in the State Legislative Building.
Learn about our Open Doors financial assistance program.
After School
Grades: 6-8
The Kernersville Family YMCA’s Middle School After School Program is designed to help youth reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body. Youth in the program develop the skills they need to be a contributing member of the Winston-Salem community. Students participate in activities that reinforce core values such as caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith and give them the chance to make better decisions later in life. Youth are surrounded daily by caring role models who help them grow and learn. Additionally, the program adapts to the changing needs of the youth served and focuses on three elements: 1) homework assistance 2) physical fitness and 3) enrichment activities.
2011-2012 School Year Packages
Schools Served:
Kernersville Middle School
East Forsyth Middle School
Southeast Middle School (Students will need their own transportation from this school.)
Download the Youth Registration Form
Download the Payment Form
Dates for the After School Program:
The After School Program begins on the first day of school and will run until the last day of the school calendar year. Snow days are included with the after school program. During inclement weather days, care will be provided at the YCMA from 7:00am-6:00pm.
Financial Assistance:
The YMCA turns no one away due to the inability to pay. If you would like more information, inquire about our Open Doors financial assistance program.
Out of School Days / Holidays
- Christmas Break (Dec. 20-Dec. 31)
- Spring Break (March 28-April 1)
Out of School & Breaks per Day Pricing: $35 Members and $40 Non-members.
Entire Christmas Break: $150 for Members and $220 for Non-members.
Entire Spring Break: $100 for Members and $140 for Non-member
Days the YMCA Does Not Offer Care:
New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day& day after, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
PACES
Program for Active Children Eating Smarter
Ages: 10 – 15 years
Do you have adolescents 10-15 years of age who are challenged with achieving a healthy weight? Would you like them to learn more about healthy eating, exercise and lifestyle habits while having a great time?
The PACES (Program for Active Children Eating Smarter) program is a 12-week program where young people will learn about nutrition and engage in exercising and fun activities. The result is that they’ll develop healthy lifestyle habits while building self-esteem and confidence. They will exercise while playing games including Dance Dance Revolution, Xbox Kinect, Expresso Bike Racing. In addition organized outdoor activities are included.
Parents must provide transportation to and from the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA. Please contact Laura Blackwell at l.blackwell@ymcanwnc.org or (336) 721-2100 x 6281 to learn more about this excellent program designed to help young people develop lifelong healthy habits.
Youth Arts Programs
The Winston Lake Family YMCA Youth Arts programs create activities that guide youth and teens towards a successful future through programs that increase developmental assets and build positive character traits. These programs are based out of the Winston Lake Family YMCA but everyone is invited to join!
Please contact Andrea Hicks at a.hicks@ymcanwnc.org or (336) 724-9205 for more information.
Youth Arts Programs include:
Boss Drummers
The Boss Drummers are a recreational / competitive drum line dedicated to instilling discipline and team building in young men and women through their dedication and hard work in drumming.
Ages: Grades 7 – 12
Registration: Ends September 15th
Cost: $75 ($60 for the first 30 Youth Arts Program participants). Financial assistance available.
Jazzy Jumpers
The Jazzy Jumpers are a rope skipping demonstration program which offers a creative approach towards physical fitness through jumping rope. This is an activity that expands their minds and helps develop creativity by choreographing their own routines. Participants must be in grades K-12
Registration: August 1st – September 15th.
Cost: $75 ($60 for the first 30 Youth Arts Program participants). Financial Assistance Available
Mo Lucas High Steppers/Jr. Mo Lucas High Steppers
The Mo Lucas High Steppers are a majorette program dedicated to instilling the values of leadership, teamwork, self-esteem, and character through marching. Participants must be in grades 6-12 to participate in the Mo Lucas High Steppers. Participants must be ages 6-10 to participate in the Jr. Mo Lucas High Steppers.
Registration: August 1st – September 15th
Cost: $75 ($60 for the first 30 Youth Arts Program participants). Financial Assistance available.
Y-Movements
Y-Movements is a new hip-hop dance troupe open to young women ages 5 to 18. A YMCA membership is not required.
Registration: Ends September 15th
Cost: $75 ($60 for the first 30 Youth Arts Program participants). Financial Assistance available.
Mo Lucas Step Team
The Mo Lucas Step Team is an all male step team designed to instill the characteristics of leadership and brotherhood.
Registration: August 1st – September 15th
Cost: $75 ($60 for the first 30 Youth Arts Program participants). Financial assistance available.
T.A.C. (Teen Advisory Council)
The Youth Arts Program Teen Advisory Council (T.A.C.) is a council comprised of leaders of all of the Youth Arts Program programs. The goal of the group is to provide input from a youth perspective, brainstorm ideas to develop effective programs for youth and develop leadership skills.
The council participates in various leadership workshops as well as community events. Below is a picture of the Winston Lake Jazzy Jumpers and Mo Lucas High Steppers Leaders at the Christian Leadership Conference at YMCA Camp Hanes.
International Achievers
The International Achievers program addresses the growing drop-out rate for Hispanic/Latinos, and reaches out to ESL high school students. By partnering with the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System and Hispanic and/or bilingual community professionals, whom we call Adult Achievers, a career-based curriculum is used to show students the value and importance of a high school diploma. The program will be offered at 4 high schools this year: Reynolds, North Forsyth, Parkland Magnet and East Forsyth High Schools. Students will enjoy special guests from careers of their interest, Lunch & Learn events, field trips and activities, the opportunity to job shadow, and end-of-year celebration, and more!
For more information, contact Malida Valezquez, International Achievers Program Coordinator. Malida Valezquez can be reached at (336) 722-9772 x 244.
Se Habla Español. Ponerse en contacto con Malida Valezquez at (336) 722-9772 x 244.
Black Achievers
The YMCA Black Achievers program is an academic achievement and career development initiative for middle school and high school youth and teens. The high school program is referred to as the Black Achievers Program and the middle school program is referred to as Youth Achievers, although both are operated under the umbrella of the Black Achievers Program. The name “Black Achievers” represents and describes the historical origin and mission of the program. However, today, the YMCA Black Achievers program is like the national YMCA movement, multi-racial and the Winston Lake Achievers program currently consists of students of numerous racial and ethnic groups.
Learn more about the Black Achievers program.
To become a Teen Achiever or an Adult Achiever, please contact Andrea Y. Hicks for more information at a.yancey@ymcanwnc.org or (336) 724-9205 x 114.