Teens After School
Teens After School Program
Today, the world is more complex, competitive, and demanding than ever before. Our Teen program provides young adults with the opportunity to become their best selves, in a comfortable, judgment free environment. From sports to the arts and volunteerism to academic pursuits, teens have access to resources that help them create meaningful experiences, giving them tools to prepare for successful futures in higher education and/or the workforce.
Room to Grow & Thrive
At the Teen Center, they can learn valuable, real-life skills to help them as they grow up and go to college or enter the workforce. We’re on a mission to connect our members to college and career resources, such as scholarships, mentorship, and job networking.
Here are some programs that the Teens participate in: Culinary, Work-Force Readiness, Athletics, Photography, Fashion, Agriculture, Art, VR Technology and Music
Club Membership & Program Fees
Your teen can hang out with friends, keep up their studies, connect with caring mentors, and embrace their curiosity during our Teen After School Program. Plus, you’ll have the peace of mind that they’re in a safe, supportive environment. Here are more details about obtaining a membership:
- For members ages 13-18.
- The annual membership fee is $60 per member.
- The monthly After School Program fee is $40 per member, unless they are in 9th grade and up.
- Fees are not prorated.
- Monthly spots are first come, first serve.
- Payment of the monthly fee is required to reserve a member’s spot.
- No monthly fee for 9th-12th graders.
Hours of Operation
Depending on which program your teen is enrolled in, the Teen Center is open at different times.
- After school hours: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- Summer hours: 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be offered. Teens can also cook their own meals in the Teen Center, including using the grill!
- Questions or want to get involved? Email our Teen Coordinator, John Soto at JohnS@bgcwn.org.
A Place for Everyone
Every child deserves a safe place and open-minded community to build their self-confidence and explore new interests. Each day, the Club empowers youth to play, to learn, and to thrive through a wide range of activities.
The Arts
These programs are carefully crafted to cultivate our member’s creativity and provide them with a positive outlet to express themselves. Through a variety of enriching activities, Teens can explore various artistic mediums and discover their unique talents. Some of the activities include painting, photography, culinary arts, pottery, and music.
Health & Life Skills
In these programs, kids learn more about how to take care of themselves. Curriculum is carefully crafted to help members adopt a healthy diet, make smart lifestyle choices, set personal goals, and grow into successful, self-sufficient adults.
Education & Career Development
Teens are given invaluable opportunities to better understand their interests, desired work environment and natural abilities in order to choose a potential education and/or career path for their future. This occurs through presentations and field trips of local workplaces, as well as our exciting, new VR technology by Tranfr. Transfr’s hands-on simulation training provides an immersive learning environment that gives members real-world experience in the skills they need for well-paying jobs.
Character & Leadership Growth
These programs are designed to help our members cultivate essential virtues such as integrity, empathy, honesty, perseverance, respect, and responsibility. Members are equipped with skills such as fostering effective communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork. Teens are encouraged to embrace challenges, take on responsibilities, and serve as positive role models for their peers--ultimately empowering them to make a positive impact on their lives and the lives of others.
Sports, Fitness, & Recreation
These programs promote active lifestyles, healthy competition, and an understanding of teamwork and cooperation. They will develop physical fitness, reduce stress, gain an appreciation for their peers and the environment, and promote a positive use of their leisure time (let’s cut back on screen time!). Through practice and guidance, members learn to embrace the values of fair play, exhibit good manners, and exemplify positive behavior both on and off the field.
