Youth Programs

Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for dance recital programs at the Y! We're excited to offer recital program options for kids ages 3 - 10! These programs focus on improving flexibility, stamina, and muscle memory while working on coordination and technique.

Does your little one love to move and dance to songs? Dance lessons for children are an excellent way to release their energy while expressing themselves. Learn more about how dance benefits kids and teens by signing them up for lessons at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA.

Join our Spring Valley Y Shooting Stars program! The Shooting Stars program is focused on ensuring children with special needs can be included in organized sports.

Layla's spoken word! Layla is a 17-year-old North Philadelphia native who attends Dobbins High School and has been a member of the Teen Tech Center for the past two years.

Edward King's photo! Edward King is a 16-year-old North Philadelphia native who attends Benjamin Franklin High School and has been a member of the Teen Tech Center for one year. 

Naj Harold's music video! Manij "Naj" Harold is a 20-year-old North Philadelphia native who's passionate about powerlifting and music.

Gymnastics training for kids and teens provides many advantages. This comprehensive exercise program combines many skills into one sport, such as discipline, balance, flexibility, strength, coordination, communication and more.

The only thing more exciting than watching the Olympics is seeing how excited our kids are as they tune in, their eyes glued to the screen and their imaginations running wild.

As a pillar of the YMCA's values, our youth development programs are built to support kids and teens in a variety of ways.