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SWIM, GYM, AND FUN! 3-5 YEARS OLD
Ages 3–5 | Must be potty trained
Learning, movement, and fun come together in this nurturing preschool program. Children build confidence, independence, friendships, and school-readiness skills through art, music, stories, social play, and active games. Swimming lessons are available as an optional add-on.
JUVENTUS ACADEMY NJ AT LAKELAND HILLS Y
Ages 4-11
At Lakeland Hills Family YMCA, soccer is more than a game. It is a place where kids build confidence, develop discipline, form friendships, and learn what it means to be part of a team.
Through our partnership with Juventus Academy NJ, we bring the training philosophy of one of the world’s most recognized soccer brands directly to our community. Players receive high-quality coaching focused on skill development, game understanding, teamwork, and personal growth.
This partnership combines elite soccer instruction with the YMCA’s commitment to youth development, inclusion, and whole-child wellness. Whether a player is building fundamentals or ready for the next level of training, Juventus Academy NJ at Lakeland Hills YMCA gives young athletes a place to grow with purpose, confidence, and belonging.
FIT KIDS AGES 8-15
Kids build fitness at the Y! Lay the foundation for a healthy lifestyle, train towards sports specific goals, or just get up and move with fun workouts. Workouts are entirely customized because healthy living is accessible to EVERYONE. Bring a friend or teammate and do it together. Kids get access to our fitness center with the guidance and encouragement of our experienced staff.
Our new Fit Kids package ranges in commitment levels so you can pick what is best for you. Fit Kids is available by appointment; with options for after-school or weekend training sessions (homeschoolers are also welcome at flexible times).
Session Options:
- 1 one-hour
- 5 one-hour packages
- 8 one-hour sessions/once a week
- 12 one-hour sessions/once a week
- 16 one-hour sessions/twice a week
- 24 one-hour sessions/three times a week
For more information contact Kelly Najjar HERE
DANCE ACADEMY AT THE Y!
Move. Learn. Grow. Belong.
Every dancer deserves a place to shine. Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Dance Academy offers fun, age-appropriate classes where children and teens can explore movement, build skills, express themselves, and form lasting friendships.
From ballet, tap, acro, and gymnastics to hip hop, jazz, lyrical, Broadway, Bollywood, and creative movement, dancers can discover the style that inspires them. Caring instructors help every student experience achievement, confidence, belonging, and the joy of performing—whether they are taking their very first class or continuing to grow as a dancer.
2026–2027 Season
Classes run from September through May, with monthly billing based on the number of classes offered each month. Dancers may also participate in an optional Holiday Performance in December and the Dance Academy Recital in May.
Registration opens August 17. Classes begin September 14.
Join us and let your passion for dance shine! Register today.
DRYLAND TRAINING FOR OUR WATER WARRIORS
This extra training is designed to support our students with all the necessary skills that swimming has to offer, along with strength training, coordination, and body awareness. This training helps swimmers take their technique to the next level, reduce the chance of injury, remedy muscle imbalances, and improve speed.
Here are some additional benefits of Dryland strength training for swimmers:
- Injury prevention
- Improved reaction time and coordination
- Better starts and finishes
Fridays: 4:30 – 5:30 pm Ages 9 – 17
The new Dryland sessions are a valuable addition and are tailored to both individual and team development.
Session Options:
- 1-hour sessions
- 5 one-hour sessions
- 8 one-hour sessions
- 12-one-hour sessions/once per week
- 16-one-hour sessions/twice per week
- 24-one-hour sessions/three times per week
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JUNIOR & SENIOR PARKOUR
Junior Parkour Ages 4–7
Run, jump, climb, crawl, and conquer! Creative obstacle courses and imaginative adventures help energetic kids build strength, coordination, teamwork, and confidence while having a blast.
Senior Parkour Ages 8-13
This class is the definition of fun and fitness! Train to get stronger, build endurance, and have fun by completing fitness challenges and moving through obstacle courses. Using our gymnastics equipment, climb the warp wall and vault to new heights.
INCLUSIVE PROGRAM OPTION
Ages 6–14
At the Y, every child belongs. Our inclusive programming provides a welcoming, supportive environment with individualized guidance to help participants build confidence, communication, social skills, teamwork, and independence while participating alongside their peers.
GRIT ‘N Snow COMING THIS WINTER
GRIT ‘N Snow – AWARD WINNING PROGRAM!
Grades 3 – 8 ALL LEVELS WELCOME
The Morris County of Commerce Award for Innovative Program of the Year and the National Ski Area Association Award for Mountains are for Everyone! GRIT ‘n Snow is a Youth Resilience Series program in collaboration with Mountain Creek and the Mental Health Association to guide children towards developing strong mental health and well-being AND learn how to snowboard! This 8-week program features 3-indoor sessions at the Y including indoor snowboard lessons from Mountain Creek pros before we take it to the mountain for 5 trips with lessons on the snow. Every session and trip we will be doing games and activities that create a safe environment for kids of all backgrounds to build their confidence, make new friends, and grow their resiliency in time (their GRIT).
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SCIENCE AND ARTS ACADEMY
Our Science and Art Lab is a dynamic hub of creativity, innovation, and fun, offering a wide range of engaging classes that blend technology, design, and imagination. From high-energy Mario Kart tournaments and Pokémon Battle classes to the collaborative spirit of our Gaming Club, there’s something for every young innovator. Budding digital artists can explore their talents in our Canva Design and Digital Art classes, while future tech leaders dive into hands-on STEM experiences with Scratch Coding, TinkerCAD 3D design, and our App Creation and Design course. Whether you’re here to play, create, or code, the Science and Art Lab is the place where ideas come to life.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Have Your Child’s Next Birthday Party at the Y!
Make your child’s birthday unforgettable at Lakeland Hills Family YMCA! Whether they love running, jumping, gaming, or bouncing, we have the perfect party for them. Choose from exciting themes like preschool and school-age parties, esports parties, or our high-energy parkour party—plus, add inflatables or a gaga pit for even more fun! Our experienced staff handle the details, so you can relax and enjoy the celebration. Ready to plan the ultimate party? Click below to explore all our options!
YOUTH AND TEENS SPECIAL EVENTS
For upcoming special events geared towards our youth and teens, visit our Special Events Page for Youth and Teens. Information such as, Kids Night Out, esports tournaments and our new Sensational Saturday Youth Night can be found there plus any additional special events that are coming your way!
TEEN LEADERS CLUB
EMERGING YOUTH AND CHANGE MAKERS HANGING OUT FOR A PURPOSE
Leaders Club is a nationwide YMCA community service-based personal development and mentorship program allowing teens to become leaders and changemakers in their communities.
Our YMCA’s often hire their Leaders Club teens as sport instructors, swim instructors, lifeguards, camp counselors and childcare staff. Some even end up as YMCA Professionals! To learn more visit our Leaders Club Page
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