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Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

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Before School Care

Program starts August 26th

Monday–Friday
6:30 AM–8:30 AM
Ages 5–14 Years Old

Washington Elementary, Cramer Junior High & Bay City Academy Students Only
  • Eligible Students $10 / Week (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll

AFTERSCHOOL CARE

Program starts August 26th

Monday–Friday
3:00 PM–6:00 PM
Ages 5–12 Years Old

  • Y-Members $70 / week (per child)
  • Community Members $85 / Week (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll

Non-School Days at the Y

Join us at the Y for a day of fun while school is out for the day! Just like with the afterschool program, kids participate in arts and crafts, literacy, board games, group games, and outdoor play, in order to explore and develop their interests and try new things.

Please send a swimsuit and towel. 6–12 Years Old

7:00 AM–6:00 PM

  • Y-Members $40 / Day (Per Child)
  • Community Members $50 / Day (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll

Snow Day Insurance

When school is canceled due to inclement weather, the YMCA has a place for your children. The kids can enjoy snow days off from school by participating in fun activities here at the YMCA. Games, arts and crafts, gym, and pool time are available!

Ages 6-12 years old. Please bring a swim suit, towel, winter gear, and lunch.

Paying for snow day insurance gives you priority for a spot over participants who pay by the day!

After the 6 allotted snow days, participants who pay the one time fee will be required to pay the daily rate.

  • 6 Snow Days $150

Must enroll by November 1, 2024

Contact to Enroll

MIDDLE SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

The YMCA has expanded after-school programming to Cramer and Christa McAuliffe Middle Schools. Students work with caring YMCA staff on a variety of activities in a safe and fun environment!

Cramer Junior High

Monday–Thursday
3:00 PM–6:00 PM

Program starts August 26th!

  • Price $25 / Year (per child)
Register

CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Tuesday–Thursday
2:20 PM–5:00 PM

Register

Winter Break Care

For children 5-12 years old.

Our Camps starts each weekday at 7:00 AM and ends at 6:00 PM.

Every Day Activities:

  • Swimming
  • Crafts
  • Stem Projects
  • Gym Time
  • Projects with MSU Extension
Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • Y-Members $140 / week
  • Community Members $155 / Week

To register please contact Assistant Director–Youth & Family, Randi Dalton at rdalton@ymcabaycity.org

Spring Break Camp

For children 5-12 years old.

Our Camps starts each weekday at 7:00 AM and ends at 6:00 PM.

  • Y-Members $175 / week
  • Community Members $190 / Week

Before and Afterschool Access Scholarship

Up to 100% Off Before & Afterschool Care

Thanks to a generous grant from an anonymous donor, the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA is offering a scholarship for ONLY the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year. This scholarship provides a 50% discount on fees for our before and after school programs.

Key Details:

  • Families need to confirm that they are experiencing financial need or hardship. No proof required.
  • You may also combine this scholarship with our YMCA financial assistance program (up to 50% additional support), which could cover the full cost of care for the school year.
  • Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

*To qualify, you must first complete registration for the program, then apply for the scholarship.

Contact to Enroll

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE

BEFORE SCHOOL CARE

Program starts August 28th

Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Ages 5 – 12 Years Old
Washington Elementary Students Only

  • Eligible Students $10 / Week (Per Child)

AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Monday – Friday
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Ages 5 – 12 Years Old

  • Y-Members $70 / week (per child)
  • Community Members $85 / Week (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll

NON-SCHOOL DAYS AT THE Y

When school is canceled due to inclement weather, the Y has a place for your children. Must register before. Parents can relax and the kids can enjoy snow days off from school by participating in fun activities here at the Y. Games, arts and crafts, gym and pool are available! Please send a swimsuit and towel. 5-12 Years Old

  • Y-Members $40 / Day (Per Child)
  • Community Members $50 / Day (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll

MIDDLE SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

The YMCA has expanded after-school programming to Cramer and Christa McAuliffe Middle Schools. Students work with caring YMCA staff on a variety of activities in a safe and fun environment!

Cramer Junior High

Program starts September 18th

Monday-Thursday | 3:15 PM -6:00 PM

  • Price $25 / Year
Register

CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Tuesday -Thursday | 2:20 PM – 5:00 PM

Register

Before &
Afterschool Care

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Afterschool Care
Non-School Days
Cramer Junior High
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE
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Access
Scholarship

Before School Care

Monday–Friday
6:30 AM–8:30 AM
Ages 5–14 Years Old

Washington Elementary, Cramer Junior High & Bay City Academy Students Only
  • Eligible Students $10 / Week (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll
Afterschool/Camp Handbook

AFTERSCHOOL CARE

Monday–Friday
3:00 PM–6:00 PM
Ages 5–12 Years Old

  • Y-Members $70 / week (per child)
  • Community Members $85 / Week (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll
Afterschool/Camp Handbook

Non-School Days at the Y

Join us at the Y for a day of fun while school is out for the day! Just like with the afterschool program, kids participate in arts and crafts, literacy, board games, group games, and outdoor play, in order to explore and develop their interests and try new things.

Please send a swimsuit and towel. 6–12 Years Old

7:00 AM–6:00 PM

Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • Y-Members $40 / Day (Per Child)
  • Community Members $50 / Day (Per Child)
Contact to Enroll

Snow Day Insurance

When school is canceled due to inclement weather, the YMCA has a place for your children. The kids can enjoy snow days off from school by participating in fun activities here at the YMCA. Games, arts and crafts, gym, and pool time are available!

Ages 6-12 years old. Please bring a swim suit, towel, winter gear, and lunch.

Paying for snow day insurance gives you priority for a spot over participants who pay by the day!

After the 6 allotted snow days, participants who pay the one time fee will be required to pay the daily rate.

Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • 6 Snow Days $150

Must enroll by November 1, 2024

Contact to Enroll
Afterschool/Camp Handbook

MIDDLE SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

The YMCA has expanded after-school programming to Cramer and Christa McAuliffe Middle Schools. Students work with caring YMCA staff on a variety of activities in a safe and fun environment!

Cramer Junior High

Monday–Thursday
3:00 PM–6:00 PM

Program starts August 26th!

  • Price $25 / Year (per child)
Register

CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Tuesday–Thursday
2:20 PM–5:00 PM

Register

Winter Break Care

For children 5-12 years old.

Our Camps starts each weekday at 7:00 AM and ends at 6:00 PM.

Every Day Activities:

  • Swimming
  • Crafts
  • Stem Projects
  • Gym Time
  • Projects with MSU Extension
Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • Y-Members $140 / week
  • Community Members $155 / Week

Registration

To register please contact Assistant Director–Youth & Family, Randi Dalton at rdalton@ymcabaycity.org

Spring Break Care

For children 5-12 years old.

Our Camps starts each weekday at 7:00 AM and ends at 6:00 PM.

Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • Y-Members $175 / week
  • Community Members $190 / Week

Before and Afterschool Access Scholarship

Up to 100% Off Before & Afterschool Care

Thanks to a generous grant from an anonymous donor, the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA is offering a scholarship for ONLY the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year. This scholarship provides a 50% discount on fees for our before and after school programs.

Key Details:

  • Families need to confirm that they are experiencing financial need or hardship. No proof required.
  • You may also combine this scholarship with our YMCA financial assistance program (up to 50% additional support), which could cover the full cost of care for the school year.
  • Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

*To qualify, you must first complete registration for the program, then apply for the scholarship.

Contact to Enroll
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  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the MEMBER SERVICE DESK or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

Book Your Spot:

Reservation Reminders:

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.

Financial AsSistance Programs

Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.

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