Youth & Teen Special Events

Give the kids a night to celebrate friendship while you enjoy a Friday evening to yourself! Kids ages 6–12 will enjoy themed games, crafts, pizza, and plenty of fun with friends.

Friday, November 13 | 5:00–8:00 PM

Members: $45 | Non-Members: $60

Get ready to explore, discover, and create!

Our NEW Little Engineers Preschool STEM Class brings science, technology, engineering, and math to life through fun, hands-on activities designed for children ages 3–5.

Young explorers will build curiosity, spark creativity, develop problem-solving skills, and make new friends, all while learning through play!

Thursdays | 4:00–4:30 PM

Give your little learner a big head start on discovery!

REGISTER TODAY!

A Fan-Favorite Night of Action and Adventure!

Get ready for an exciting evening of movement, challenges, and fun at Lakeland Hills Family YMCA! Kids ages 7–12 will tackle obstacle courses, play high-energy games, test their agility, and show off their best parkour moves. Whether they’re new to parkour or already love it, everyone can join the action, build confidence, and make new friends.

What is Parkour?

Parkour is a fun, action-packed activity that teaches kids to move through obstacles using jumping, climbing, balancing, and vaulting. It builds strength, coordination, agility, and problem-solving skills while encouraging creativity, confidence, and teamwork.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
• Time: 4:30–6:30 PM
• Ages: 7–12
• Members: $30
• Non-Members: $40
• Pizza Included!

Location: Lakeland Hills Family YMCA, 100 Fanny Road, Mountain Lakes, NJ

Space is limited.

REGISTER TODAY & GET READY TO MOVE!

More Than a Ski Trip. A Stronger Tomorrow!

Ready to hit the slopes? GRIT ’n Snow is our youth resilience series where kids in grades 3–8 learn to snowboard at Mountain Creek Resort while building confidence, making friends, and developing a can-do mindset!

With support from mentors at the Mental Health Association and Lakeland Hills Family YMCA, participants discover that falling down is just part of getting back up stronger.

Program Includes:

• Snowboarding lessons and equipment rentals
• Transportation to Mountain Creek
• Skills training and mentorship
• Family celebration
• Program Fee: $375
• Skills Training: December 3, 10 & 17

Mountain Creek Days: January 3, 10, 24 & 31 and February 7

Financial assistance is available.

That’s GRIT!

Girls on the Run is an engaging after-school program for girls in grades 3–5 that combines movement with lessons designed to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and create a sense of belonging. Throughout the season, participants celebrate their achievements, develop valuable social-emotional skills, and work together toward completing a celebratory 5K.

Program Details:

• Season Has Begun. Join Us!
• Program Days: Mondays and Thursdays
• Time: 4:30–5:45 p.m.
• 5K Celebration: November 15
• Registration Fee: $260
• Location: Lakeland Hills Family YMCA
• 100 Fanny Road, Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046

Registration is now open through Girls on the Run New Jersey. Click below to view program dates, fees, financial assistance options, and complete your registration.

JUVENTUS PRE-ACADEMY SOCCER TRAINING

Youth Ages 4–11

Elite training, great coaches, and a fun environment for young players to build skills, confidence, and a love of soccer. Choose flexible training options of 1, 2, or 3 days per week.

September 8 – June 9