Our teen programs include:
  YMCA Youth & Government
Imagine 2,000 high school students from across California dressed in business suits coming together for one week to take over the Capitol Building, the court houses and two hotels in Sacramento. Students in grades 10-12 can be a part of this exciting, life-changing experience. Each student picks a role in the legislature, court or media program that they will learn and then perform in Sacramento. There are two weekend conferences and weekly meetings where students learn leadership skills, write bills and prepare for the conference in Sacramento. They will also develop service learning projects related to their bills.
Meetings start in September and conferences take place in November, January and February.
Day Camps
The Central YMCA has numerous options for teens during our Day Camp season as well, as Winter Break, President's Week and Spring Break.
Look for our Summer Camp Program Guide in early January.
Adventure Camp
Do you have an adventurous spirit? Do you want to spend a week challenging your skills and spirit? Get ready for our new “Extreme” Adventure Camp format! Each day is filled with activities developed especially for teens exploring high interest topics. Experience some of the thrills and chills available in our region. Activities include sports and games, cooking, mock trials, overnight adventures, artistic expression, service projects, weekly field trips, and swimming. This summer program has a strong emphasis on the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, while developing leadership skills, team building skills, social skills, and personal growth that will create everlasting friendships and positive memories.
 Teen Leadership Camp: Leaders In Training
Our goal is to inspire, empower and support tomorrow’s leaders, today. Our Leaders in Training (LIT) camps give youth training in leadership skills, communication, teamwork, program planning, and child supervision. Teens will participate in a variety of hands-on learning experiences and learn valuable skills in an atmosphere that fosters confidence, self-esteem and cooperation. Training includes field trip to YMCA Camp Campbell. After a week of training, LITs join groups of younger campers for two weeks of hands-on fieldwork. With assistance from camp staff, leaders help plan, organize and facilitate group activities and special events for our Frontier, Discovery, Splash, Sports, and Specialty day campers.
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