| 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 Nintendo Wii games
- Computer lab with Internet access
- Parental Guides and Locks on Games / TV
- Responsible Staff
- Free to all Teens!
Teen Dances
Middle School Dance Schedule 2009-2010
February 26
April 16
May 21 (5th Graders Allowed)
June 18 (5th Graders Allowed)
Dates may change as the year progresses and other events at the High School and Middle School may overlap. Please always check with the Teen Center for the most current dance schedule as dances draw near.
The same company that provides music for the Hoop and the Court dances is the same company that provides music for our dances.
The cost is $7 for Middle School dances. Our check-in procedure is the same as the Hoop and the Court dances. ID is required. Dances start at 7:30 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m.
Any questions or concerns regarding dances should be directed to the Teen Center at 503.825.9622 or contact Roger Button at 503.625.9622, ext 228.
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 – Saturday 3:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Schools Out / Summer Hours
Monday – Friday 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 2:00p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Transportation
The van picks students up at Sherwood Middle and High School on school days free of charge.
Teen Center Text Alerts
Want to keep up with what's going on at the Teen Center? Sign up for text alerts. It's easy.
To learn how to sign up, check out Text Messaging Alerts. Want to see the latest text alerts online? Visit Teen Center News Updates.
Teen Center Forms
Teen Center Handbook
Teen Center Membership Form
Internet Permission Form
Transportation Form
Text Messaging Alerts
Youth Policy
Teen Video
To learn more about Y Teen Programs, including our Teen Center, visit YMCA Teen Video.
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.
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