YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS
NURTURING THE POTENTIAL
OF EVERY CHILD
AND TEEN
Summer Camps
Promoting exploration, play, and new experiences for kids of all ages
Feb 27: Registration opens for CLC YMCA Childcare and THRIVE families
8am–4pm: in-person or phone
4–6pm: in-person only
Feb 28: Registration opens for CLC YMCA Members
8am–4pm: in-person or phone (no registrations after 4pm)
Mar 1: Registration opens for ALL at 8am
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 will be dropped off at CLC and need YMCA transportation to Camp K, please register through the CLC website.
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Exception: Please register for all Camp K specialty/adventure camps through the Boothbay Region YMCA website. You will specify during registration whether you need transportation from CLC to Camp K or not.
Registration Information
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!
Camp K Specialty 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.
Sailing Camp
Ages 9–15
In this popular camp in Round Pond, your child will learn sailing fundamentals, seamanship, and water safety in a 14’ dinghy.
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.
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.
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.
Baseball Clinic
Ages 10–13
Your child will focus on proper baseball techniques, fielding, situational plays, batting, and bunting.
Gymnastics
Ages 3–5
Your child will learn the basics of gymnastics while developing motor skills and body awareness in a safe, fun, structured environment.
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.
Jumprope For All!
Ages 6+
Your child will jump to the beat of music, learn basic rope and partner skills, and gradually learn more advanced skills.
Lacrosse Clinic
Ages 8–14
Your child will be introduced to the growing sport of lacrosse with a YMCA coach. They will learn stick skills, mechanics, scoring, and the rules of lacrosse.
Youth Smart Start
Ages 11–13
This fitness center orientation will teach your child how to use our workout equipment safely.
Dance & Cheer
Ages 5–9
Your child will learn the fundamentals of cheerleading, focusing on jumps, stunts, dance, cheers, and of course team spirit!
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
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.
Tiny Tots Tennis
Ages 3–5
Introduce your child to tennis with fun games and exercises to excite them about the game.
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.
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 Red Ball
Ages 5–8
Your child will hop, skip, throw, run, catch, and play tennis games to music!
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
Y Arts
Ages 6–13
Your child will create unique projects and learn different art skills in each session, like glass work, drawing, and painting.
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 Sally Farrell at sfarrell@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.
These programs are currently full. For more information and to join the waitlist, contact Sally Farrell at sfarrell@clcymca.org.
School Age Care
Encouraging children to play, learn, and engage
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 Diana Blair-Monkman at dblairmonkman@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 Diana Blair-Monkman at dblairmonkman@clcymca.org.
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 Diana Blair-Monkman at dblairmonkman@clcymca.org.