YMCA Summer Camp
K-5 Grade Summer Camp
Summer is the ideal time for kids to get up, get out and explore. After two crazy years, the social, emotional, and physical benefits of camp are going to be more beneficial than ever before. We are thrilled to offer children a chance to get active and make connections with friends both old and new.
Summer Camp Full, Please Register to be Added at a Waitlist.
Where: Williams YMCA of Avery County
When: June 6th, 2022 ending August 5th.
Time: 7:30 – 5:30
Who: Rising K5 – 5th grade Avery County School Students
Cost: FREE to Avery County Students
For more information please contact Kayla Heaton, Director of Youth Development.
Middle School Summer Camp
Looking for a way to get your teen off their device this summer? In these media-driven times, the social, emotional, and physical benefits of camp are more important than ever before. This summer, we are excited to offer young teens a chance to get active and make connections with friends both old and new. Our two-and-a-half-week middle school program consists of 9 days packed with STEM activities building up to a final trip to Washington, DC July 18th-20th.
Where: Avery Middle School
When: July 5th-July 22nd
Time: 7:30- 5:30 pm
Who: Rising 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade Avery County School Students
Cost: FREE to Avery County School Students!
For more information please contact Kayla Heaton, Director of Youth Development.
Summer Camp 2021 – Summer of Fun
After School and Out of School Programs
Please read the parent information handbook to find information on newly added late pick up fees, pick up policies, and attendance requirements.
Please read the parent information handbook to find information on newly added late pick up fees, pick up policies, and attendance requirements.
We can’t wait to have you join us for our 2022/2023 After-School Program!
We expect registration to open in August. Follow our social media pages and continue to check your email for more updates and information about registration for next year’s After-School program.
Avery County Elementary After School Program 2021-2022
The Williams YMCA of Avery County is proud to be able to offer After school in all 5 Avery County elementary schools for the 2021-2022 school year. After school will be held on site at each school and will operate from the time school lets out (varies by school) until 6:00 PM. After school serves students grades Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Registration is online only
Select your school to register today:
- Riverside Elementary,
- Newland Elementary,
- Banner Elk Elementary,
- Crossnore Elementary, and
- Freedom Trail Elementary.
After school provides students with an opportunity to continue learning after school is over through homework help from staff and tutors, targeted reading and math activities, social emotional learning, art projects, guest speakers, and other enrichment activities. We provide physical activity daily to ensure your child is staying active, as well as dinner through a partnership with Avery County Child Nutrition.
When: We follow the school calendar and will be offering after school on any day when school is in session for a full day; we do not provide after school on early dismissal days.
Time: School dismissal – 6:00 PM
Where: Your Child’s Elementary School
Cost: Offered at No Cost
Avery County Middle After School Program 2021-2022
The Williams YMCA of Avery County is proud to be able to offer After school in both Avery County middle schools for the 2021-2022 school year. After school will be held at site at each school and will operate from the time school lets out (varies by school) until 6:00 PM. After school serves students grades 6th – 8th.
Registration is online only
Select your school to register today:
- Avery Middle,
- Cranberry Middle,
After school provides students with an opportunity to continue learning after school is over with homework help from staff and tutors, targeted reading and math activities, social emotional learning, art projects, guest speakers, and other enrichment activities. We provide physical activity daily to ensure your child is staying active, as well as dinner through a partnership with Avery County Child Nutrition.
When: We follow the school calendar and will be offering after school on any day when school is in session for a full day; we do not provide after school on early dismissal days.
Time: School dismissal – 6:00 PM
Where: Your Child’s Middle School
Cost: Offered at No Cost
Out of School Programs
Please read the parent information handbook to find information on newly added late pick up fees, pick up policies, and attendance requirements.
Snow Camp 2021-2022
The Williams YMCA is excited to offer Snow Camp for the 2021-2022 school year! Snow camp is designed to assist working parents when Avery County Schools closes for inclement weather. Our program provides help with homework/remote learning, and offer various activities such as team building opportunities, swimming, recreational time, arts and crafts, and more! Our program will operate on optional teacher work days. The YMCA reserves the right to close the program due to severe weather.
Registration is online only.
Registration Opens October 4th, 2021.
Who: Students Kindergarten through 8th grade
When: The program will operate November through March on days that Avery County Schools closes for inclement weather, but remains an optional teacher work day. The program will not run on days that Avery County Schools closes for both staff and students.
Time: 8:00 – 5:00 PM
Where: Williams YMCA of Avery County
Cost: $25 one time registration fee to secure your spot, and then a daily rate of $25/day for members and $30/day for non-members. We also have a 10 pack punch card available for 10% off.
Early Childhood and Youth Development Programs
Parents’ Night Out
Drop your kids off for a fun night in while you have a Parents’ Night Out! This session will be Holiday Themed. Kids are welcome to dress in Holiday Outfits if they choose! Pizza, Popcorn, and Water will be provided along with fun and games!
All children attending must be potty trained.
Registration Required
Payments Taken Day of the Event
When: Saturday, February 12th
Time: 5:00-9:00 pm
Where: Blackburn Athletic Facility
Cost: $20 for 1 child $35 for 2 children $50 for 3 or more children
*Discounts applied at time of payment
For more information please contact Erica Shingleton at 828-737-5500.
