From early learning to youth programmes and everything in between
Early learning centres
Massey, Ellerslie, Manurewa & Hamilton
- Small centres, your child will be cared for as part of the Y family
- With fun and educational activities, your child will look forward to each day
- We foster community values and embrace diversity and inclusion
- Preparation for transition to primary school
The Y Swim School
Pools in Glen Innes, Panmure, Onehunga & Mt Roskill
- Classes for baby, pre-school, school age and adults
- Low student to teacher ratios
- Lessons available weekdays and weekends
- Free assessments available
Out of school care & holiday programmes
A range of convenient locations across Auckland, Waikato & Bay of Plenty
- A range of fun, child-lead activities
- A fun, friendly and supervised environment
- Healthy snacks, special diets catered for
- WINZ subsidies available
Children's sport & recreation
Available in Auckland, Hamilton & Tauranga
- Includes dance, gymnastics, basketball and more
- Children helped to progress in a fun & supportive way
- Programmes available for children aged 1 - 16
- Easy, fast online booking and re-enrolment
Holiday camps
Two incredible locations in rural surroundings
- The wilderness of Camp Adair or seaside Shakespear Lodge
- Support and encouragement to safely build confidence
- Glow worm walks, kayaking, high ropes, raft building and so much more
- OutdoorsMark Audited and Certified
Birthday parties
- Fun games and play on The Y equipment
- Dedicated birthday party instructor
- Use of kitchen area for cake and party food
Raise Up
The Y's youth development programme run by youth for youth
- Operating from 12 locations across Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga.
- Events, activities and workshops for young people aged 13-18 to build life and leadership skills
- Opportunities for community outreach, volunteering and work experience
Safeguarding
Safeguarding children, young people, families and staff
- Aotearoa's first Safeguarding children accredited organisation
- YMCA North are staff recruited and retained under safer recruitment and police vetting processes and mandatory safeguarding induction and training requirements
- Putting children and young people's welfare & rights at the heart of everything we do