Today's world is a challenging place for teenagers.  The YMCA provides a safe place where teens can cultivate their interests, develop leadership skills and nurture their creative and athletic passions.

Here's our Teen Vision Statement for the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas:  YMCA teen programs challenge teens to develop positive self-esteem, become leaders and mentors, while providing an opportunity for self-expression in a safe environment.

Many Dallas area YMCA branches offer programs geared especially to those 13-17, including group activities like:

Teen Advisory Councils (branch based)
Mountain Biking Clubs
Running Clubs
Community Service Clubs
Counselor in Training program

The YMCA offers a wide variety of programs for teens from fitness through kickboxing, yoga, spinning, pilates, and tae kwon do, to fun programs like baby sitting training and even dog obedience!

Check out these exciting teen programs:

Youth and Government

Y Achievers

Check with your local YMCA branch to find out what teen programs are offered near you.