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Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

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After School

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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

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

7:00 AM–6:00 PM

For children 5-12 years old.

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

7:00 AM–6:00 PM

For children 5-12 years old.

Lunch and snacks will be provided. Space is limited.

Please contact the Assistant Director of Afterschool, Randi Dalton at rdalton@ymcabaycity.org if you have any questions.

By applying for financial aid, 100% of you camp cost could be covered. Go online to learn more!

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

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

Before School Care
Afterschool Care
Non-School Days
Spring/Winter Break

Before School Care

Monday–Friday
7:00 AM–8:30 AM
Ages 5–12 Years Old

Washington Elementary, Cramer Junior High, Hampton Elementary, and 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

All care starts September 2nd.

  • Y-Members $85 / week (per child)
  • Community Members $100 / Week (Per Child)

MacGregor Elementary, Bay City Academy, Hampton Elementary, and Washington Elementary provide a bus to the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA.

Cost is $5.67 an hour for quality, licensed childcare for members and $6.67 an hour for community members.

Contact to Enroll
Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • Quality, licensed childcare
  • Meals and snacks included
  • Swim days! Please bring a swimsuit and towel

Includes care on all snow days and non-school days. Does not include care during week long holiday breaks.

Non-School Days at the Y

7:00 AM–6:00 PM

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

  • Y-Members $60 / Day (Per Child)
  • Community Members $75 / Day (Per Child)
  • Guarantees a spot during snow days and one off days (Follows the Bay City Public School calendar)
  • Breakfast, lunch, and 2 snacks provided
  • Only pay when you attend

Does not include care during week long holiday breaks.

Afterschool/Camp Handbook
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

7:00 AM–6:00 PM

For children 5-12 years old.

Every Day Activities:

  • Swimming
  • Crafts
  • Stem Projects
  • Gym Time
  • Projects with MSU Extension
Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • Y-Members $190 / week
  • Community Members $205 / Week

Registration

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

Spring Break Care

7:00 AM–6:00 PM

For children 5-12 years old.

Lunch and snacks will be provided. Space is limited.

Please contact the Assistant Director of Afterschool, Randi Dalton at rdalton@ymcabaycity.org if you have any questions.

By applying for financial aid, 100% of you camp cost could be covered. Go online to learn more!

Afterschool/Camp Handbook
  • Y-Members $190 / week
  • Community Members $205 / Week
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Friday
5:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Monday – Thursday
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday
5:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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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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