The YMCA of Central New York is committed to serving the teens in our communities to help them develop their leadership competencies and to grow and thrive through our programs.

We have something for everyone! Our clubs are open to all YMCA of Central New York teens and tweens. Together, we will help you discover new activities and learn more about things you already love.

  • YPals
  • Cooking Class
  • Youth and Government
  • Home Alone Class
  • Babysitting Course
  • Job Seekers
  • Full and Half-Day Summer Camps
  • Leadership Development Opportunities

Hal Welsh East Area Family Y

VERIZON TEEN CENTER
Ages 10-18

Branch Hours:
Monday - Friday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays: Closed

TWEEN CLUB
For youth in grades 5-8 attending the Fayetteville-Manlius School District.  Join us for an after-school program focusing on activities, Art and STEAM projects, relationship building, and homework assistance.  Once a week we have a member of our Education department come in for homework help.

Hours: Monday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. (or when the bus drops off) to 6:00 p.m.

For more information, contact Noelle Downey.

For more information, please contact a staff member of the following branches:

Hal Welsh East Area Family Y:
Noelle Downey
Youth Development Director
(315) 637-2025, ext. 230

Northwest Family Y:
Meagan Wheeler
Youth and Family Director
(315) 303-5966, ext. 213