At the YMCA we don’t just watch your children play. We actively engage them in fun programs, physical recreation and activities that emphasize character development and Christian values. We build relationships with them and encourage them to build relationships with each other. Through our youth programs children learn to be honest, responsible, to respect and care for one another. Who leads YMCA Youth Programs? Our programs are lead by a responsible and energetic staff of adults, college and high school students. Each staff member is carefully selected through a comprehensive application and interview process - under the direction of full time YMCA professionals. Staff are fully trained with an emphasis on YMCA priorities such as being an exemplary role model, building camper self-esteem, creativity, safety, fun and YMCA spirit - our programs are effective because of the quality of our staff! What is the YMCA's Program Philosophy? Each camper is placed into a "huddle group" according to his/her age and grade. Counselors lead campers in challenging, age-appropriate activities providing fun-filled opportunities for campers to develop physically, mentally, socially and spiritually. No matter what your child's age or time of year - we have a YMCA youth program for your child! The YMCA is committed to improving the health and well-being of every child in our programs! Through our Youth Fitness Challenge campers will learn to develop and appreciate a healthy lifestyle! Every week during the months of January through April we will promote an aspect of health and fitness through all our After School programs! How does YMCA Transportation work? We are always on the move doing something fun at the YMCA - picking up campers for after school, going swimming at summer camp, taking field trips, visiting local parks, museums and more! This means that campers may ride a YMCA bus from time to time (this will vary depending on the program you choose). While on a YMCA bus, your child's safety is our first and foremost concern. All of our bus drivers have their commercial driver's license from the State of North Carolina. Our bus drivers undergo the same screening, background checks and training that each YMCA counselor undergoes and completes additional YMCA Transportation training! Our youth programs are offered for children in grades K – 5 that attend the following schools: Fuller Hunter Lacy Partnership Underwood Washington Wiley Combs Joyner Stough

Summer Day Camp
	Camp Morning Fun 2008	An exciting half-day environment that builds self-confidence and lasting friendships. Theme weeks and fun await the child who enjoys swimming, outdoor and indoor games, and arts and crafts. Every child receives a bead necklace at the beginning of camp and has multiple opportunities to earn beads for activities and participation.Don't forget to send a snack, swimsuit, towel and lunch everyday!
	Camp Skyline 2008	Camp Skyline is an exciting full-day camp filled with great opportunities. Campers enjoy active sports such as swimming, gym games, archery and soccer. Arts and crafts, assemblies and skits also are part of the fun. The counselors at Camp Skyline help create a safe environment while your children enjoy a wide variety of activities. Our staff also encourages children in skill and character development through these many fun-filled activities.
	Camp Skyline's Sports Camp 2008	Our sports camps offer a unique blend of fun and skill development, allowing seasoned players to excell as well as introducing newcomers to the sport. Campers are encouraged to set and achieve individual goals each week. Skyline campers swim daily at the Oberlin Road Program Center.
	Camp Upward Bound 2008	Camp Upward Bound is a full-day summer camp adventure experience. The camp provides an opportunity to develop lasting friendships and self-confidence. Adventure trips are planned throughout the summer that include kayaking, rock climbing, college tours, camp cookouts and more. Campers swim daily at the Oberlin Road Program Center.
Year round School Programs
	Hodge Road Elementary After School	The Alexander Family YMCA is now offering the after-school program for Hodge Road Elementary. YMCA after school is filled with homework time, gym games, awesome assemblies and much more.
	Tracking Out	YMCA Tracking Out is a great way for year-round students to spend their breaks! Children spend time in a camp-like atmosphere, learn new skills, develop friendships and have fun. Swimming, field trips and speciality clinics add to the adventure. Activities may include canoeing, archery, rock climbing, soccer, ice skating and more. Hodge Road students can register for Tracking Out programs through the Banks D. Kerr Family YMCA or the YMCA of Garner.
Traditional School Programs
	2008-2009 School Programs	Check out the early arrival and after school programs offered by the Alexander Family YMCA!
	2008 - 2009 Schools Out Special (S.O.S.) Days	School's Out Special (S.O.S) Days are a fun alternative for a school holiday or teacher workday. Activities may include field trips, values times, devotions, special guests, movies, gym and field games, songs, arts & crafts, swimming and more. S.O.S. Days are open to all children, regardless of the school they attend and they do not have to be enrolled in other YMCA programs in order to participate.
	Wiley Elementary Early Arrival	Wake up and start your morning with us! Each morning is filled with fun activites including quiet games, assemblies, and arts & crafts.
	Wiley Elementary After School	After school at Wiley is the perfect blend of homework and fun! Afternoons are filled with gym games, playground time, and homework.
	Underwood Elementary School	From start to finish, our afternoons at Underwood are packed with fun and character development! From gym games to awesome art projects to amazing group activities, Underwood After School is where you want to be!
	Primetime After School	The Alexander YMCA is the place to be after school! We start our afternoon off with the "Power Hour" - a fun and creative homework program that teaches campers the value of setting and achieving individual goals. It's not all work though - gym games, skill development clinics, arts & crafts and swimming round out our days!
	Combs After School	Combs After School is a safe, fun alternative to hanging out at home each afternoon! Held on-site at Combs Elementary, campers' afternoons are filled with gym and field games, arts & crafts, homework time and much more! Combs After School also has offers "Youth Family Fitness Challenge" - letting your entire family become a part of the program!
	Stough After School	After school at Stough is the perfect blend of homework and fun! Afternoons are filled with field & gym games, arts & crafts, playground time, homework, and much more!
Sports & Fitness
	Youth Basketball	Basketball leagues focusing on skill and character development, teamwork and fun.
	Strength and Conditioning Training	Strength training geared toward all sports. Sessions are taught by nationally certified strength and conditioning specialists and certified USA weightlifting coaches.