East Orange YMCA | East Orange, NJ (2024)

Swim Lessons, Daycare, Sports, and More in East Orange, NJ

The East Orange YMCA has something for everyone. Our community of East Orange, NJ isn't hom*ogenous, so we don't think we should be either. We offer all kinds of programs to cater to tiny toddlers as well as adults. To accommodate such a wide age range, our facility boasts an indoor pool, full-size gymnasium, and a preschool classroom. No matter your age or the ages of your children, the YMCA is an ideal place to learn healthy habits and develop crucial life skills. Learn more about the premier programs offered at East Orange YMCA.

Exceptional Programs for Children and Youth of All Ages

The East Orange YMCA offers programs for all ages, but we're especially proud of our activities geared toward children and teenagers. We provide activities designed to pique the interests of children, no matter their personalities or preferences. Read more about some of our popular programs:

• Preschool Daycare: For children aged 3 and 4, East Orange YMCA offers a full-day preschool program. We're nationally accredited, and all our teachers are certified. Interested in preschool but need daycare outside regular hours? No worries! We offer before and after school care as well.
• After-School Program: If you're looking for reliable after-school care, look no further. We're open five days a week and only close when the area schools do as well. Each member of our staff strives to be a role model for all children who come through this program.
• Summer Camp: East Orange YMCA is proud to offer summer camp programs for children aged 3 to 15. Children are divided into four groups based on age, and from there, we embark on day trips, organize activities, and emphasize building self-esteem. We're accredited by the American Camp Association, and we're committed to providing your child with positive adult role models.
• Youth Sports: Sports are an excellent way to stay in shape while having fun. Our youth sports programs are open to a wide range of ages. If your child is interested in kids' basketball, we offer programs for grades 3 through 12. We also offer programs in cheerleading and karate.

Take Advantage of Expertly-Taught Swim Lessons

At East Orange YMCA, we know the importance of learning to swim. Because this is such an essential life skill, we provide swim lessons to students of all ages. If you already know the ropes but you want to practice your swimming, we have resources for you. Our facility holds open swim for all ages. Please note that you must be a member to participate in open swim. Ready to get started on swim lessons? It's never too late to learn with one of our programs:

• Swim Starters: Allow your infant or toddler to learn to swim early with Swim Starters. In this program, the child is accompanied by a parent or guardian and learns to be comfortable with water. Our instructors work on swim readiness and confidence-building skills while instructing parents on water safety.
• Swim Basics: This program is ideal for older children who are ready to learn basic swim skills and water safety. We'll work through the swim-float-swim sequence and more as we teach students to tread water and swim with confidence.
• Swim Strokes: Throughout this program, students will work on stroke technique and learn more water safety skills. Along with improving the ability to swim, this course also encourages a commitment to exercise throughout life.
• Teen & Adult Swim Lessons: If you didn't get the opportunity to learn to swim at a young age, this program is for you. We offer these lessons to teens and adults in which we teach correct stroke techniques and core water safety skills.