We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. Because of the Y, more young people in neighborhoods around the nation are taking a greater interest in learning and making smarter life choices.
At the Y, children and teens learn values and positive behaviors. They're able to explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.
Aquatics
Swimming is a fun and enjoyable activity for children and adults alike. It’s an easy way to stay physically active and improve strength, flexibility, and stamina. The Buckeye Valley Family YMCA is committed to providing as many opportunities as possible for everyone to swim and learn water safety practices.
Child Care
With so many demands on today’s families, parents need all the support they can get. That’s why child care at the Y is about more than looking after kids. It’s about nurturing their development, by providing a safe place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and building self-reliance through the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Day Camp
The Buckeye Valley Family YMCA offers children a host of opportunities for summers of fun. Our goal is to provide an environment where campers can grow physically, mentally and spiritually through challenging activities in both small and large group settings under the guidance of experienced YMCA staff.
Family Night / Parent's Night
YMCA family programs seek to strengthen family ties, instill core values and provide families with worry free, fun activities to do together. Additionally, we offer opportunities for parents to spend time with each other while your children are supervised by YMCA staff and will have the opportunity to hang out with friends and participate in a variety of fun activities.
Gymnastics
The Buckeye Valley Family YMCA offers a full gymnastics curriculum. Each level is designed to advance gymnasts in a safe, consistent and productive manner teaching safety awareness, body awareness, values and skill instruction.
Y Healthy Kids Network Backpack Program
The Y Healthy Kids Network (YHKN) Backpack Program addresses the basic needs of students in Licking and Muskingum Counties by providing carriers of nutritious and easy-to-prepare food to take home on weekends when other resources may not be available.
Martial Arts
Martial Arts training stresses the development of spirit, mind and body through discipline, practice and hard work. Offered forms vary by branch location.
Youth In Government
Buckeye Valley Family YMCA offers the Youth in Government club for high school students. This club focuses on leadership, learning, and community service.
Youth Sports
All YMCA Youth Sports programs are based on the YMCA’s “Everybody Plays, Everybody Wins!” philosophy. No matter what your child’s age or ability, he or she will learn character values, sportsmanship, and valuable new skills as a member of YMCA Youth Sports. We use a child-appropriate curriculum, sensitive to the needs and abilities of each individual participant.