Build Character. Have Fun!
Youth programs offered by the YMCA will focus on skill development, strong character, building confidence, learning new skills, improving themselves, and having fun throughout the year. Sign up now and see the difference the YMCA can make!
Spring Break Camp

Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter Class Teaches:
- Safety Skills
- Child Care Skills
- First Aid & Rescue Skills
- Life & Business Skills
Upcoming Classes:
- September 23, 2023
- December 9, 2023
10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Basic Hair Braiding Class
LEARN BRAIDING TECHNIQUES YOU CAN DO AT HOME
- WHEN: Wednesdays, 6-7 pm
- 11/29, 12/6, 12/13
- WHERE: YMCA Lodge
- AGE: 8-17 years old
- COST: $50 (Includes a Hair Styling Mannequin to keep)
- INSTRUCTOR: Courtney Girrbach,
- K & C Boutique Salon Owner
LIMIT 6 Students Per Class
Parents are encouraged to participate with child at no charge.
- Class 1: Basic Hair Braiding & Hand Placement, & Introduction to French Braiding
- Class 2: French Braiding & Hand Placement
- Class 3: Techniques, Questions & More Challenging Braids
Kids’ Night Out
An Evening Away While The Kids Play
Looking for a fun, engaging evening for your kids and a little free time for yourself? Send them to the Y for a fun evening participating in camp activities, crafts, AND eating dinner!
Hunter Safety
Hunter Safety Educates Knowledgeable, Responsible, & Involved Hunters
This 2-day course provides basics on how firearms work, shooting skills, marksmanship, hunting techniques, game care, survival skills, tree stand safety, basic wildlife management and hunter ethics.
Next course available in 2023:
Session: Saturday, September 23rd, 9:00 am-4:00 pm and Sunday September 24th, 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Instructor: Jeff Harthy
- Location: YMCA of Barry County, 2055 Iroquois Trail, Hastings
- Fee: $10 (payment due at first class)
- Students under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
- Class limited to 45 participants
- There will be outside activities, so dress for the weather
- Registration Process:
- To Register, visit: https://michigan.storefront.kalkomey.com/em/events/5067
Registration is through the DNR not the YMCA
Coach Youth Sports
Coach youth sports and your child plays for FREE! To qualify, you must apply online, complete online training, and be selected as a coach.
For more information, contact Gina McMahon at 269-945-4574.