Teen Leadership programs are a hallmark of the YMCA. We believe this is the age to join your peers and experience opportunities to deepen your interests and understanding of the importance of becoming a leader!

y teen summer camp

Join the Y Teen Camp this summer!  Teens will engage in challenging and fun learning experiences designed to spark their curiosity, strengthen their confidence, and equip them with leadership skills.  Participants will partner with the Y staff to plan daily activities and field trips based on their interests.  They will also explore Youth Voice, Volunteerism, Art & Social Justice, Youth Leadership, and more.  Teens attending the camps form lasting bonds while connecting with peers in group projects, community development, and serving as role models to younger Y Summer Day Camp participants. Register today!

**The YMCA is able to provide Y Teen (Leadership In Training) Camp at no cost through a grant awarded by the Arizona Department of Education through the American Rescue Plan.**

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Time:

Camp Day: 9AM – 4PM

Cost:

No charge! However, regular attendance is required to remain a part of the program throughout the summer.

ages:

12 – 15 years

2023 Camp Themes

WEEK 1 : JUNE 5 – JUNE 9 “YOUTH VOICE”

We are stronger together when we use our voices to support our peers!

WEEK 2: JUNE 12 – JUNE 16 “WE THE PEOPLE”

Let’s take a journey into culture, while celebrating each other along the way!

WEEK 3: JUNE 19 – JUNE 23 (NO PROGRAMMING ON JUNE 19TH) “SELFLESS SQUAD”

Have you ever volunteered before? Now is the time and our community deserves our gratitude!

WEEK 4: JUNE 26 – JUNE 30 “YMCA BREAKING NEWS & TOP STORIES, UP NEXT”

Want to get creative? Let’s tell Y stories through photos we take and videos we make!

WEEK 5: JULY 3 – JULY 7 (NO PROGRAMMING ON JULY 4TH) “ART & SOCIAL JUSTICE”

Art is expression…expression fosters change. Time to explore Tucson and learn from local talent!

WEEK 6:  JULY 10 – JULY 14 “I CAN DO GROWN THINGS”

Everyday life has its ups and downs, let’s focus on the positive and build character while young-adulting!

WEEK 7: JULY 17 – JULY 21 “WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS”

What goes into having a career? Teens are the future and preparation is key!

WEEK 8: JULY 24 – JULY 28 “THE ROLE MODEL IN YOU”

Every child needs a role model, now it’s your turn to be the one that children look up to!