Teen Center
Our Teen Center is free to any 6th – 12th grader and no YMCA membership is needed. We offer a great environment for teens to hang out in, that is both safe and fun. If your child is interested in joining the Teen Center, you will need to come in and fill out a short registration form that includes contact information as well as your permission for your child to participate in the center's activities.
Teen Center Monthly Activities
Benefits
- Air hockey, Ping-Pong and Pool Tables
- XBox, PS2 and the new Nintendo Wii
- Computer lab with Internet access
- Parental Guides and Locks on Games / TV
- Responsible Staff
- Free to all Teens!
Teen Dances
About once a month during the school year, the Teen Center will hold a Middle School Dance. Dances are on a Friday night, from 7:30 pm until 10:30 pm. Photo ID is required. The dances cost $7 and include a snack. Call the Teen Center at 503.825.9622 for information about upcoming dances.
Traveling Teens
Fun filled trips. Approximate cost is $20 – $30 and includes transportation and one meal.
Teen Center Birthday Party
The Teen Center is a great place to have your birthday party. Contact Lauren O'Halloran at 503.625.9622 ext 224 for information and booking.
Youth Advisory Council
Work with other Teens to plan Teen Center Events and make important decisions that effect the Teen Center. We're always looking for teen volunteers for our Youth and Family programs.
Babysitter Training
This class is designed to teach pre-teens and teens the fundamentals of babysitting. Ages 11 – 15.
Teen Fitness Club
Get energized about your life and fitness by building self-esteem, learning to make positive changes, work with other teens in cooperative activities and most importantly have fun.
Teen Pick-up Basketball
Teen pick-up basketball is happening now on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Teen Pick-up Volleyball
Teen pick-up volleyball is happening now on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Teen Strength Training
This training is designed to help 12 – 14 year olds learn how to use fitness equipment safely and effectively while developing an age appropriate workout.
Teen Center School Year Hours
Monday – Thursday 3:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday 3:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Schools Out / Summer Hours
Monday – Friday 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Transportation
The van picks students up at Sherwood Middle and High School on school days free of charge.
Teen Center Forms
Teen Center Handbook
Teen Center Membership Form
Internet Permission Form
Transportation Form
For more information on the Teen Center and Teen Center events contact Roger Button at 503.625.9622, ext. 243 or rbutton@ymca-portland.org.
