The YMCA of Greater Houston has unveiled its scheduled summer programs to promote active lifestyles among children and teens, and provide access to water safety education, according to a news release. Here’s a look at some of the offerings:
The specifics
Throughout the summer, the organization’s programming will include:
- Camp Cullen: The outdoor camp experience aims toward confidence building and soft skill development for youth through water sports, adventure courses, horseback riding and other activities.
- Day camps: Engagement-driven experiences use science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) learning; creative arts; sports; water safety education; and outdoor recreation to encourage youth productivity.
- A network of youth sports programs and specialized summer sports clinics geared toward participants from ages 3 to 17 coach the value of teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Safety Around Water (SAW): The program is designed to increase access to life-saving swim instruction at no cost to attending children and families.
- The YMCA’s new swim lessons model: A personalized guide categorizes swimmers based on their age to ensure they are taking lessons at the appropriate skill level.
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