TEEN PROGRAMS

Alabama’s oldest program for engaging youth in civic responsibility using our legislative and judicial branches of government as the model.

Contact:
Youth Center: (205) 324-1643
2400 7th Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35203
Terri Harvill tharvill@ymcabham.org

Connect with Cosby Friends and enjoy time together at your home away from home.

Teen Retreat Details

This is a time for teens to take a break and refocus. The program will encourage teens to cultivate their leadership style and gain confidence. They will enjoy time together and also experience many exciting camp activities. All teens will learn employment skills and life skills.

Teens interested in Camp Cosby’s summer leadership programs will learn how to become a Leader in Training or Counselor in Training (CIT). Teens will have the opportunity to learn about summer employment at Camp Cosby and teen programming with the YMCA of Greater Birmingham.

The YMCA’s Teen Leadership programs are a hallmark. We believe this is the age to join your peers and experience opportunities to deepen your interests and understanding of the importance of becoming a leader.

Teens who have completed 8th grade can apply to volunteer at one of our many day camps this summer. Volunteering at day camp teaches teens how to work with children, helps them learn important job skills, and helps prepare them for the future.

Applications for the 2024 Camp season are now open! To receive the link to apply, please email your preferred branch below!  Spots are limited.

Locations and Contact Information
Alabaster YMCA | Kristin Canan | kcanan@ymcabham.org
Greystone YMCA | Melanie Norman | mnorman@ymcabham.org
Hoover YMCA | Joy Mann | jmann@ymcabham.org
Pelham YMCA | Gabby Tyson | gtyson@ymcabham.org
Shades Valley YMCA  | Erica Jones | ejones@ymcabham.org
Trussville YMCA | Fred Hatcher| fhatcher@ymcabham.org

A night just for Teens to take over the Y! Select facilities will be open to teens to have fun, go swimming, dance, play games, and hang out with friends. They will enjoy open programming while still under the supervision of our trained staff. Pizza, drink, and concession are available.

Ages
Teens (ages vary by branch)

Locations offered
Alabaster
Greystone
Hoover
Pelham
Shades Valley
Trussville

Dates and Times
Varies by location.  Click “register” button below for more information.

2023 Cost
YMCA Members |  $2.00
Non-Members | $8.00

How to register – Registration opens two weeks before each event. Online registration is required for each event. Please click the “register” button below to view each location’s dates and times. Click HERE for instructions on how to register.

Contact
Alabaster YMCA | Kristin Canan | kcanan@ymcabham.org
Greystone YMCA | Melanie Norman | mnorman@ymcabham.org
Hoover | Joy Mann | jmann@ymcabham.org
Pelham | Gabby Tyson | gtyson@ymcabham.org
Shades Valley YMCA  | Josiah Hodge | jhodge@ymcabham.org
Trussville | Fred Hatcher | fhatcher@ymcabham.org

The Y Achievers program is a national college readiness program designed to help teens set and pursue educational and career goals, raise their academic standards, develop a positive sense of self, explore diverse college and career options and connect them to professionals that inspire them to reach their potential.

PROGRAM LOCATION
YMCA Youth Centers (serving Downtown and Roebuck)
On-Site School Locations: Erwin Middle School, Rutledge Middle School, Cooper Green House Authority, Ramsey High School, Parker High School

Contact | Terri Harvill |  tharvill@ymcabham.org

Make a difference through the YMCA Leaders Club, a leadership development community service program that helps teens discover their full potential. Leaders Club is a year-long leadership development program for middle and high school teens. This program provides teens with extensive leadership training and volunteer opportunities that support YMCA programs and services to the community.

In addition to teaching teens leadership through service, Leaders Club advisors introduce teens to all the work the Y does to strengthen the community and inspire and prepare teens to become future Y leaders.

Contact
Alabaster YMCA | Kristin Canan | kcanan@ymcabham.org
Greystone | Michelle Varnell | mvarnell@ymcabham.org
Hoover | Joy Mann | jmann@ymcabham.org
Mountain Brook | Sharon Moon | smoon@ymcabham.org
Pelham | Gabby Tyson | gtyson@ymcabham.org
Shades Valley YMCA  | Erica Jones | ejones@ymcabham.org
Trussville | Fred Hatcher | fhatcher@ymcabham.org