YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS
NURTURING THE POTENTIAL
OF EVERY CHILD
AND TEEN
Summer Camps
Promoting exploration, play, and new experiences for kids of all ages
Mar 1: Registration opens for ALL at 7am
Where to register:
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For campers who will be dropped off at Camp K, please register through the Boothbay Region YMCA website.
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For campers who need transportation from CLC to Camp K, please register through the CLC website.
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For Camp K Specialty Camps registrations who need transportation to Boothbay, please register through the CLC website.
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For Camp K Adventure Camps, please register through the Boothbay Region YMCA website. Email Erin Gray (egray@brymca.org) if you need transportation from CLC to Camp K for Adventure Camps.
CLC SPROUTS Camp
Ages 4–6; must be potty-trained
Hikes, gardening, cooking, arts & crafts, field trips, and the CATCH program’s physical activities will help your child grow, flourish, and make new friends through fun, developmentally appropriate activities.
CLC Specialty Camps
Various ages
If your child enjoys adventure, we have many specialty camps to choose from, like beach camp, metal detecting camp, wizarding camp, and more!
Boothbay Camp K Adventure Camps
Various ages
Your camper will enjoy a variety of camp options offered weekly. Transportation from CLC to Camp K and back CAN be available.
CLC Sports Camps
Ages 6–15
Your child can choose from soccer, tennis, basketball, softball, gymnastics, and lacrosse camps.
CLC Sailing Camp
Ages 8–15
In this popular camp in Round Pond, your child will learn sailing fundamentals, seamanship, and water safety in a 14’ dinghy.
CLC Camp K Specialty Camps
Ages 7–12
Your child can enjoy specialized camps at Camp Knickerbocker. They can choose from camps such as Outdoor Cooking, Music Video, Photography, Fantastic Fashions and more! These camps include transportation to and from CLC to Camp K daily.
CLC Camp Knickerbocker
Ages 5–10
Your camper will enjoy all the fun of a traditional day camp with activities like swimming, boating, arts and crafts, sports, and outdoor skills. Transportation from CLC to Camp K and back is provided.
CLC Sailing Camp: Leaders-in-Training
Ages 14+
Experienced teen sailors pass down knowledge to younger campers in this leadership program at our Central Lincoln County YMCA Sailing Camp in Round Pond.
CLC FARMS™ at the Y Camps
Ages 8–12
These camps help your aspiring chef develop their cooking, gardening, and general kitchen skills while building an appreciation for healthy food.
Boothbay Region YMCA Camps
Various ages
Explore additional summer camp opportunities available to you through our partnership with the Boothbay YMCA.
Sports & Fitness
Creating team players and future leaders
Karate
Ages 8+
Your child will learn self-defense techniques and discipline, taught by their YMCA sensei.
Youth Soccer League
Grades 1–6
Your child will develop their soccer skills while learning how to play on a team and compete in real games.
Y FIT for Girls
Ages 7–11
Your child can get moving and improve her fitness without playing sports! This class guides girls through dynamic lessons on confidence, joy, optimism, and strength, which will get them laughing and moving while they play games.
Itty Bitty Sports
Ages 4–6
Your young child will play, learn, and have fun with these age-appropriate sports! September and October sessions will focus on soccer skills like shooting, footwork, and teamwork. November and December sessions will focus on basketball skills like ball handling, dribbling, and passing. Bristol and Nobleboro participants can ride the bus to the Y, where staff will receive them. GSB participants can be walked over from school with Y staff.
Youth Smart Start
Ages 11–13
This fitness center orientation will teach your child how to use our workout equipment safely.
Baseball Clinic
Ages 10–13
Your child will focus on proper baseball techniques, fielding, situational plays, batting, and bunting.
Youth Boxing
Ages 7–11
Your child can unleash their potential through boxing. Coach T. makes it fun! Boxing has many important elements, like physical and mental discipline; you don’t just put on gloves and start hitting. This class is for beginners or those interested in trying out the sport, so no experience is necessary. Wraps available for purchase.
Mid-Day Moments
Ages 2–5
Join Morgan and Georgia in this new mid-day program. You and your little ones will focus on different subjects each week together, such as tennis, balance, tumbling, food exploration, and art! Caregivers must attend.
Teen Personal Training
Ages 11–19
Your teen will get personalized and guided workouts to increase their speed, get stronger, and prevent injuries.
By appointment only, with free consultation
Jumprope!
Ages 6+
As your child jumps to the beat of music, they’ll learn basic rope skills, work with others on partner skills, and gradually learn advanced skills such as the rump jump, the weeble, various crosses, double under, and more! This fun and energetic clinic is led by Bristol Air Devil Assistant Coach Morgan Perry!
Swimming
Ages 11+
A certified lifeguard will fill your child’s afternoon with swimming at Camp Knickerbocker or Boothbay Region YMCA. Scholarships available.
Rock Climbing
Ages 11+
Fill your child’s afternoon with rock climbing. Scholarships available.
Softball Clinic
Ages 8–13
Your child will play softball with a YMCA coach and focus on hitting, bunting, outfield/infield, situational plays, and how to be a team player.
Boxing Club for Middleschoolers
Ages 12–14
Your child can unleash their potential through boxing. Coach T. makes it fun! Boxing has many important elements, like physical and mental discipline; you don’t just put on gloves and start hitting. This club is for beginners, so no experience is necessary. Wraps available for purchase.
Sports, Cooperative Games, & More!
Ages 11+
Your child will play various sports and cooperative games such as volleyball, pickleball, basketball, kickball dodgeball, capture the flag, obstacle courses, and more! Scholarships available.
Basketball League
Grades 1–6
Each team will have one-hour weekly practices, with time TBD by the coach. Grades 1–2 and 3–4 will meet on Saturdays (location and time TBD). Grades 5–6 will compete against other local recreational programs (location and time TBD). Games will start SAT 12/9 and will run through January.
Tennis
Empowering children with lifelong skills, both on and off the court
Supported by the USTA Foundation and the Sanford Open. All youth under age 18 play tennis for free during open court time.
High School Tennis Training
Ages 14–18
Prepare for the high school tennis season with a pro! Your child will focus on technique, conditioning, and strategy.
Tennis Green & Yellow Ball Tournament
Ages 11–14
Your child can take their game to the next level by focusing on stroke technique and tennis IQ development.
Stay & Play
All ages
You and your family will play some gently guided tennis, work with your hands at our art table, and enjoy a healthy meal or snack in this weekend-based program.
Tennis Green Ball
Ages 11–14
Your child will play for fun or can join the high school team, while developing both their physical and mental game.
Family Tennis
All ages
Play tennis as a family with YMCA tennis pros available for gentle instruction.
Tennis Red Ball
Ages 5–8
Your child will hop, skip, throw, run, catch, and play tennis games to music!
ACEing Autism
Ages 8–20
Your child with autism will enjoy individualized tennis instruction while benefiting from social connections and exercise through tennis.
Tennis Orange Ball
Ages 8–12
Your child will develop skills to become a true tennis player, with emphasis on effort, sportsmanship, and respect.
FARMS™ at the Y
Teaching the value and joy of growing, preparing, and eating healthy local foods
Teen Cooking Classes
Grades 6-12
Through hands-on learning, your teen will cook healthy meals for themself and become a knowledgeable and confident cook.
Kids in the Kitchen
Ages 8–12
Your child will learn cooperative cooking skills while meeting new friends in this interactive and fun kitchen-based class.
School Programming
Grades Pre-K–12
Enjoy a day with your students in the FARMS™ at the Y kitchen or in your own classroom with our Y food educators. Your students will learn how to harvest vegetables, prepare healthy, local foods, and share a meal with one another.
Young Chefs
Ages 5-8
Your child will love this fun, hands-on cooking class in our teaching kitchen.
Our favorite FARMS™ at the Y recipes
Download our 11-recipe booklet and start cooking easy and healthy meals tested and approved by FARMS™ at the Y!
Other Programs
Exploring creativity, connection, and new activities
My Y Time
Infant–Grade 5
Enjoy your workout with peace of mind! Caring staff are now available to keep your child engaged while you’re at the Y. Sign up online (for up to two hours) at least 24 hours in advance. You must remain reachable and on site.
Y Teen Leaders Club
Grades 6–12
Your teen will join peers in community activities that support their development of lifelong skills, helping them achieve their personal and educational goals.
Y Arts & More!
Ages 7–11
Your child will create seasonal artwork and gifts in this creative program, such as leaf pressing, chalk art, and crafts. Bristol and Nobleboro participants can ride the bus to the Y, where staff will receive them. GSB participants can be walked over from school with Y staff.
Childcare & Pre-K
Providing the attention and care your child needs to thrive
Pre-Kindergarten
Ages 3.5–5
We believe that children learn through play, so our childcare programs allow children to explore and create independently. We provide a thematic, developmentally appropriate curriculum that will enhance the healthy growth of your child as an individual.
This program is currently full. For more information and to join the waitlist, contact Dot Sewall at dsewall@clcymca.org
Infant, Toddler, Preschool
Ages 6 weeks–4 years
We foster creativity, curiosity, and exploration within a traditional classroom setting. This program is filled with opportunities to help a child explore and learn through language, math, science, social studies, practical life, and sensorial opportunities.
This program is currently full. For more information and to join the waitlist, contact Dot Sewall at dsewall@clcymca.org
School Age Care
Encouraging children to play, learn, and engage
Thrive at the Y
Grades Pre-K–5th
Your child will enjoy physical activity, academic enrichment, and connections with local foods (through FARMS™ at the Y) in this after-school program. Each child receives a healthy snack.
This program is currently full. For more information and to join the waitlist, contact Abi Iverson at aiverson@clcymca.org.
Vacation Camp
Grades Pre-K–5th
Your child will enjoy fun and healthy activities from 7:30am–5:30pm during school vacation weeks and on many professional development days.
Please contact Dot Sewall at dsewall@clcymca.org.
Before Care
Grades Pre-K–5th
Great Salt Bay Community School students can spend the morning at the Y from 6:30am until they are walked to school at 7:45am.
This program is currently full. For more information and to join the waitlist, contact Dot Sewall at dsewall@clcymca.org.