Activities for Teens

Kids in grades 7-11 are invited to Hillsborough YMCA each Friday night through June 15, 2018 from 6:30-9:45pm for Planet Y where they can enjoy our Open Gym to play any sport they’d like, the fitness center where they can receive an equipment orientation, and the pool when available.

Each Friday will include organized basketball games/tournaments (except 10/27, 11/24, 12/29 [TBD] and 6/1).

While their focus is on their friends and having fun, our focus is on engaging them in healthy habits and good decision-making. Planet Y is free for Y members and just $3 per night for community members.
 

For more information and to register, please contact Laura Rodriguez at 908 766 7898, ext. 720. You may also register at the Welcome Center.

Teen Scene is a place where teens can come after school to hang out with friends, play video games, get their homework done, and just relax after school. There will be opportunities for open gym time, swimming, use of the wellness center, and more. Teen Scene follows the Somerville School District Calendar and therefore is not available on days when school is closed. Instead - Kids Day Out care is available.

Teen Scene is better when we have more time together! Teens are invited to stay longer on Friday nights to enjoy extended time with friends and more fun activities such as free swim time, Basketball/Volleyball/Badminton tournaments, video games, and more. Pizza is also provided the first Friday of every month!

Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem-solving program that engages students in their learning by allowing their knowledge and ideas to come to life in an exciting, productive environment. OotM problems have challenged students to go beyond conventional thinking and incorporate creative problem solving in learning. This program is an introduction for middle school students who will learn from 2018 OotM World Champions.

Spirited and fun class for those attending Planet Y to learn the basics of Hip Hop, Freestyle, and other engaging styles of dance for teens. This will be held the first Friday of every month. 

Every Friday night from 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm, kids in 7th - 12th grades are invited to the Y to enjoy our Open Gym to play any sport they'd like. They have fun with friends while engaging in healthy choices. Planet Y is free for Y members, and just $3 per night for guests.

Model UN is a way for students to gain global education. Students learn how the United Nations operates and its role in peacekeeping and humanitarian work.

August 12 - August 16, 2019
From 9 - 11 a.m.

This program is led by a seasoned teen volunteer with six years of Model UN experience. Participants will have an opportunity to qualify for the Yale Model UN Program in January. $30 materials fee.