YMCA before and after school programs support children in reaching their full potential by providing academic support and hands-on enrichment experiences in a safe and structured environment for children grades kindergarten through middle school.
Partnering with the schools, we work directly with teachers to support student learning.
Our staff design engaging enrichment activities to help support your child’s learning in all areas.
Our Character Builders program provides quality, affordable and dependable care to elementary and middle school students. We provide before and after-school care, offering a safe place for youth to learn, grow, and thrive socially, emotionally, and physically. Program activities include homework support, health and wellness, visual and performing arts, sports, art, leadership development, service learning and character development.
The YMCA of San Diego County’s before- and after-school recreational programming provides a safe environment where children will engage in imaginative play and activities that stretch both mind and body, including physical education, creative arts, science, cooking, swimming and more. Utilizing both indoor and outdoor spaces, students will follow all guidelines for health and safety.
The YMCA’s Expanded Learning Programs are before and after school (and summer) programs funded by the California Department of Education in partnership with local school districts.
We partner with local school districts, families and communities to offer students safe and nurturing expanded learning programs that prepare them for college, career and life.
The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) offers free or low-cost before school, after school and summer programs for eligible students, creating a safe, supportive space to learn and grow beyond the school day.
Each day includes a balance of homework support, hands-on enrichment and active play — from sports and STEM to arts and social-emotional learning.
DASH is an enrichment and recreational after-school program funded by the Arroyo Vista Charter School and operated by South Bay Family YMCA.
This free program provides students in Transitional Kindergarten (TK)-6-grade homework support and the opportunity to exercise and socialize in a safe, healthy and in a fun environment.
Specialty and Enrichment ProgramsThe Y’s enrichment programming provides a safe environment where children will engage in imaginative play and activities that stretch both mind and body, including physical education, creative arts, science, cooking, swimming and more. From custodial programs that focus on teaching responsibility and essential life skills to recreational programs that provide opportunities for physical activity and creative expression, there is something for everyone.
We have family membership options that include either one or two adults with children.
The YMCA of San Diego County offers programs to adults of all ages and types.
At the YMCA, your well-being and sense of belonging are at the heart of everything we do. Our membership plans provide options that allow you to choose the benefits that are ideal for you.
No matter your ability or experience, the Y is here to help support you every step of the way.
From the beaches to the mountains, YMCA has a camp for your children and your family, too!
At the Y we have Community Resources that are based on community need to connect you with information, support, assistance, and resources.
