Teen Retreat is a safe, non-threatening, supportive, non-judgmental, weekend gathering of teenagers who are grieving the death of someone significant.

Join us for this fun and energetic dance class that blends a variety of styles, including hip-hop, jazz and pop! Move to the beat of upbeat, popular music and learn simple choreography in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. All you need is your smile and energy. Let’s loose and have fun! 4th Tuesday of the Month.

Love stories, adventures or discovering new worlds through book? Our teen book club is a welcoming space for readers 13-17 to explore great books, share ideas, and connect with other teens who enjoy reading. Each meeting features a teen friendly book selection chosen with input from members. We'll chat about characters, themes and favorite moments in a relaxed environment. Whether you read every page or just want to be part of the conversation, this club is all about enjoying books together and building confidence, friendships and a lifelong love of reading.

Celebrate the season with friends, fun and fall vibes! As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it's the perfect time to gather for a night full of autumn inspired fun made just for teens! Bring your friends and fall into a night of fun, laughter and great memories.

Come hang out after hours at the St. Charles Y! Food and snacks will be provided!

Teens 13-18 get a night out at the Y. Join local teens for gaming, fitness, dance, snacks and fun!

Welcome to our free youth karate program, where children can learn discipline, focus, and self-defense techniques in a safe and positive setting. Our experience instructor guide students through traditional karate training, fostering confidence, respect, and physical fitness. Join us to empower your child with valuable skills that extend beyond the dojo

Participants will work in small groups to improve decoding and phonics skills. Parents or guardings must remain on site during tutoring.

Participants will work in small groups to improve decoding and phonics skills. Parents or guardings must remain on site during tutoring.

Learn print techniques to personalize products while exploring writing through creative nonfiction.

The third in our planned design-focused workshops for youth interested in architecture or engineering as a career path.

Free discovery flights for youth ages 8-18. Learn about the Tuskegee Airmen, aviation careers, STEM opportunities, and the LEAP program.

Join survivors of brain injury and family members for a few hours of fun. Camp activities include arts & crafts, games, and music, as well as enjoying nature and spending time with others. Participation is FREE and open for survivors of brain injury, family members, professionals, and the community.

Join us in Collinsville IL for Small Steps!  This program is for children with Down syndrome ages 3 – 10 years old.  Come join our therapeutic play group where we build our gross motor skills with activities from the Special Olympics Young Athletes program, sing with Midwest Music Therapy, and, connect with other children with Ds and their caregivers.

Every first Tuesday of the month we will focus on a different sport or activity! We will meet in the Gymnasium or Skate Center. The YMCA is proud to sponsor this exciting program for youth and adults with disabilities. We want to offer the opportunity to interact in a social and recreational environment for middle school youth to older adults.