The YMCA offers a variety of programs for all ages of youth.
We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve regardless of socioeconomic status or ability. That’s why, through the YMCA of Avery County local children and teens cultivate the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. The YMCA offers a variety of developmental programs for all ages of youth. Youth development is a primary focus area of the Mission of the YMCA of Avery County.
Contact Katie Croland for more information about any of the Youth Development Programs below.
2021 SUMMER OF FUN
Williams YMCA of Avery County is excited to offer our 2021 Summer of Fun Day Camp for students entering Kindergarten through 5th grade at no cost! Camp will be held from Monday, June 7th through Friday, August 6th from 7:30 – 5:30 pm. Camp will consist of a combination of traditional camp activities and academic enrichment projects and lessons which will help raise student achievement. Campers will be able to participate in arts/crafts activities, team building and character development, physical activities and swimming, field trips, and more! Registration will be on a week by week basis.
Registration is currently closed for all age groups and there is a wait list for camp.
When: Monday, June 7th through August 6th
Time: 7:30 – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday each week
Where: At the Williams YMCA of Avery County; location dependent on age group.
Cost: Offered at no cost
For additional information or to be added to the waitlist, please contact Katie Croland at katiec@ymcaavery.org.
SUMMER AFTER SCHOOL
The Williams YMCA is proud to be able to offer an after school program for Session 1 and 2 of Summer School for grades K-5. This program will be held at Newland Elementary and runs from 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Students who wish to attend from Freedom Trail Elementary will be bussed to Newland Elementary for pick up. Students will participate in games, physical activities, projects, and will be provided a snack.
When: Session 1 – June 7 – June 24; Session 2: July 12 – July 29. Monday – Thursday when Summer School is in session.
Time: 3:00 – 5:30 PM
Where: Newland Elementary School
Cost: Offered at no cost
To register please click here and select either one or both Summer After School Sessions.
For more information please contact Katie Croland at 828-737-5500.
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Avery County After School Program
WAMY and the Williams YMCA of Avery County have partnered to provide After School in each of the Avery County Elementary Schools for the 2020/2021 school year. After school will be offered on days when Avery County is providing in-person instruction. At this time, we will not be providing Afterschool in the Middle Schools. After School provides homework help, gross motor activities, as well as enrichment reading and team building activities.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we have limited enrollment to ensure the safety of your student(s) so that we can maintain social distancing and all current State and Local guidelines.
All spaces are currently full, please contact Katie to be added to our waitlist.
When: 2020/2021 School Year, from School Dismissal to 6:00 pm
Where: At your child’s Elementary School
Cost: No cost upon registration
