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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. Our professional Teen Center staff wants to work in partnership with parents to help teens reach their full potential.
If your teen is interested in joining us, all you need to do is come in and fill out a short registration form including contact information as well as your permission for your teen to participate in the Teen Center's activities.
What's Going on at the Teen Center
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Air hockey, Ping-Pong and Pool Tables
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XBox, PS2 and Nintendo Wii games
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Computer lab with Internet access
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Art Classes
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BBQs
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Rock Wall Climbing
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Basketball
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Ping-Pong
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Foosball
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Pool
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Ultimate Frisbee
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Tournaments
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Stationary Bikes
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Mentorship
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Fitness Training
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Swimming
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Summer Movies
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PS2
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Youth Advisory Council
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Wii
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Winter Hawks Floor Hockey
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Football
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Homework club
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Service Projects
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Dances
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Self-Defense classes
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Parental Guides and Locks on Games / TV
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Responsible Staff
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Free to all Teens!
Teen Center Monthly Activities
Teen Dances
Middle School Dance
Come join us at the dances!
Hear awesome music, show off your amazing dance moves and hang out with all your friends.
The cost is $8 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 10:30 p.m.
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.
Any questions or concerns regarding dances should be directed to the Teen Center at 503.825.9622 or contact Keith Jaroslow at 503.862.4026 or kjaroslow@ymca-portland.org.
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 503.862.4025 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
Join Brian Friday afternoons from 3:30 - 4:30 on the Sport Court for Basketball.
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. Contact Doreen at 503.862.4022 for more information.
Teen Center School Year Hours
Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Schools Out / Summer Hours
Monday – Friday 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Teen Center Forms
Teen Center Handbook
Teen Center Membership Form
Internet Permission Form
Transportation Form
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 Keith Jaroslow at 503.862.4026 or kjaroslow@ymca-portland.org.
Teen Center Welcome Center, 503.825.9622 or SherwoodTeen@ymca-portland.org
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