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To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.



Programs-Youth-School Programs


School's Out Special Days (S.O.S.)
Children in grades K - 8
Downtown YMCA


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.

Daily activities include field trips (select days), Swimming, Gym games, Assemblies, Daily awards, Values times, Arts & crafts, and Indoor / outdoor games.

Come spend the next S.O.S day with the YMCA!

2011-2012 S.O.S. Days
Oct. 28
Nov. 11
Nov. 23
Dec. 21-23
Dec. 27-30
Jan. 16
Jan. 23
Feb. 17 (Year Round Students)
Feb. 20 (Year Round Students)
Feb. 24
March 16 (Year Round Students)
March 26
April 9-13

*Some days are grouped together and can not be separated.

What does a typical S.O.S. day look like?

7:30-9:00 Rides In
9:00-9:30 Assembly
9:30-9:45 Snack
9:45-11:45 Morning Activities (swimming, arts and crafts, games, field trips, etc.)
11:45-12:00 Lunch Assembly
12:00-12:30 Lunch
12:30-3:30 Afternoon Activities
3:30-3:45 Snack
3:45-4:00 Values Time
4:00-5:00 Activities
5:00-5:15 Assembly
5:15-6:00 Rides Out

Payment Details:
Traditional School Students
Pay by the Day
Members: $40/ day
Program Participants: $50/ day
Payment is due in full at the time of registration for the pay by the day option.


Year Round School Students
Pay by the Day
Members: $40/ day
Program Participants: $50/ day
Payment is due in full at the time of registration for the pay by the day option.


Registration: All SOS Registrations must occur at least one full business day prior to the start of the SOS Day.
When: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. during most scheduled Durham County Public School (traditional and year round) holidays and teacher workdays.
Fees: There are several options for payment. Click here for details.
Contact: Chuck Gordon, (919)667-9622 or Chuck.Gordon@YMCATriangle.org
Documents: Youth Programs Parent Manual (107.12 K)
2011-2012 Youth Registration Form (231.72 K)
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