Teens The YMCA offers a variety of programs for teens to stay busy. The Y is a place where you can make friends, learn new things, participate in community projects and have fun!
Sometimes you just need a place where you can go hang out with your friends. YMCA Teen Centers are that place – featuring games, seating areas and organized activities.
Teen Centers are available at the following branches:
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Teen Leaders Club participants are fantastic individuals who are committed to making our community and our YMCA a better place. Teens learn about team building skills, problem resolution, leadership skills, fitness, and more, while having a great time! Available at:
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 The goal of this program is to provide structured, fun, educational, and self-exploring sessions for young women ages 10 to 16. It promotes character development, self-determinations, social development, and positive life choices. The sessions are led by strong, positive, adult female role models. The session topics cover self esteem, stress, drug awareness, anger management, physical fitness, and peer pressure. Available at:
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Youth in Government is a national program of the YMCA. It involves thousands of teens nationwide in state organized model government programs which include model legislature, judicial programs, executive divisions, lobbyists, members of the press corps, and elections. This is a wonderful and unique opportunity for high school teens to become involved in the inter-workings of United States Government. Available at:
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The YMCA Black Achievers Program initiative is to assist young people in setting and attaining higher educational and career goals. Students are inspired to explore options and reach their highest potential through counseling, training and exposure to the business world in a variety of career environments. The YMCA Black Achievers Program reaches out into the Jacksonville business community utilizing the talents of outstanding black men and women employees while recognizing their contribution to your own organization as well. These individuals, who have achieved success in the business world, become role models for students in grades 8 through 12 and inspire youth to higher aspirations. For more information about YMCA Black Achievers, please call the Johnson Family YMCA at (904)765-3589 or visit their website.
You've Got to Know How
You have big plans. Big dreams.
You know college is where to start. But a dream
isn't enough. College doesn't just happen; you have
to make it a reality.
You know why to go to college; we're here to tell
you how. There are specific steps you need to take
and here is a website to help you along the way.
KnowHow2Go.
Remember, it's never too early -- or too late --
to start on the road to college. Visit to find out
what steps you need
http:www.knowhow2go.com.
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(ages 13-18) Leaders Club is for teens who are interested in building their leadership skills, gaining valuable teamwork experience, and working in their community through volunteer opportunities. Leaders work throughout the school year to not only make a difference by serving in their community, but also to grow individually through training and rallies, teambuilding, and just all-around fun fellowship. Nominations are made in the fall for Leaders Club. It is primarily a physical fitness and service club with the main goal being to attend Blue Ridge Leaders School in Black Mountain, North Carolina.
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(ages 11-12) Junior Leaders Club is for pre-teens who are interested in building their leadership skills, gaining teamwork experience, and working in the community by volunteering. Meetings are based on growing each individual teen through Spirit, Mind and Body. Junior Leaders Club is a stepping stone to the Leaders Club which participants must be nominated for. Available at:
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"Camper in Leadership Training/Camper in Training" – This program is for teens ages 13 to 15 and allows for them to enjoy the benefits of camp while learning leadership skills by working with children at Day Camp. With experienced staff as mentors, these teens gain leadership experience, build character and serve as role models for younger campers. CILTs/CITs assist counselors in managing activities and develop character through teambuilding, outings, service projects, and special events. Available at:
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