Are you ready to prove your skills and dominate the court? Join us for an adrenaline-pumping 3v3 Teen Basketball Tournament. Each individual must register to participate and list team name. This is a single-elimination tournament. Food will be provided.

Register online or at the Front Desk:

• $15 Members
• $20 Non-Members

Unleash creativity this summer at The Craft Collective! 🎨✨

Every Tuesday from June 16–July 21, 12–1:15 PM at the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA, teens will explore a new hands-on craft—from friendship bracelets and yarn art to beaded jewelry and watercolor canvases. Each week brings a fresh, fun project like wooden ring planters and bedazzled accessories, blending self-expression with skill-building in a vibrant, welcoming space. It’s the perfect place to make art, make friends, and make memories! 🌈

Register once and join us for 6 weeks. Free to participate.

Step into style with Fashion Forward Club! ✂️👕 Every Thursday from June 18–July 23, 12–1:15 PM at the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA, teens will turn everyday clothes into custom creations—from tie-dye tees and upcycled dresses to bedazzled looks and handmade tote bags. The fun finale? A fashion show where you’ll strut your designs for family and friends! No experience needed—just bring your flair and get ready to shine.

Free to all

Youth in 5th-8th grade (26-27 school year) are invited to a free flag football combine to prepare for the upcoming season. Open to both boys and girls.

This is a teen flag football program for youth in 5th-8th grade (26-27 school year).

There will not be shirts or jerseys for this league to keep costs down. Teams may bring their own jerseys or practice jerseys/pennies will be provided. We will accept individual registrations or full teams (each member will need to sign up.)

Depending on registration numbers, we will run 2 coed divisions – 5/6th grade and 7/8th grade. If necessary, we will combine and one run middle school age group.

The OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA in partnership with The Light Squad Teen ministry of Light of the World Christian Church provides spiritual, mental, academic and social development for teenagers. The ministry provides a Teen Bible study, choral, dance ministries, sports activities, community service and other fun development activities for our teenagers in the community. Through our teen Bible studies and activities, we hope to provide our teenagers with relatable topics and discussions, that will help them to develop strong Christian values and strategies for success. Our ministry hopes to create strong friendships and family atmosphere for all teenagers in the body of Christ.

Must present a student ID or state ID

Located in the Intergen Room/Gym

Have fun with your friends and playing games! We will open up the gym for a nerf battle and will play games such as capture the flag, king of the hill, and of course everyone for themselves round! it will be a fun time, invite your friends and bring your nerf guns if you have them we have a limited supply. but we have all the darts you can need.

Cool off this summer with ice cream, a watermelon eating contest, and a tie dye water balloon fight, at the Jordan YMCA.

Ice cream & a Taco Bar will be provided. Enjoy music, games, and crafts.

Event will take place on the Sports field, from 11:30-3:30 pm.

Free and Open to Members & Guests, ages 11-19, so bring your friends

RAISE YOUR VOICE
Community Service | Leadership Experience

Join the Teen Advisory Board and learn how to use YOUR VOICE to improve OUR COMMUNITY,

Bi-Weekly Meetings from 7-8pm | Ages 11-19
No YMCA Membership Required

Questions? Email Anders at [email protected]

What is the Youth Advisory Council (YAC)?
The YAC is a dynamic group of young leaders who advise leadership and teen programs. By sharing their voices, members help shape the future of the YMCA teen programs.
Why Join?
As a YAC member, you’ll:
• Represent youth perspectives at the Y
• Build real leadership and advocacy skills
• Connect with YMCA leaders and peers
• Learn how nonprofit boards work and grow as a changemaker
Join the movement. Lead the change.

Get your hands dirty and grow more than just plants! 🌱 The Teen Gardening Club at the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA is a summer program where teens learn about planting, growth cycles, and the pride of growing their own food. Meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4–5 PM, participants will care for their own garden bed and even receive materials to start a garden at home. It’s all about growth—of plants, skills, and independence! 🌿

Free to participate.

A night just for teens to hang out, have fun, and make memories. We will have a mix of high energy activities and low key activities for everyone to enjoy.

Meal will be provided at 8pm. Pick up is at 8:30pm

Prior registration is required so we can be properly prepared.

For more information, please contact Brooke at [email protected].

Dive into meaningful stories this summer with Readers Corner! 📚✨ Every Wednesday from June 15–July 24, 12–1:15 PM at the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA, teens will read and discuss two powerful novels—*Look Both Ways* by Jason Reynolds and *The Perks of Being a Wallflower* by Stephen Chbosky. It’s a safe, inclusive space to share thoughts, explore big feelings, and connect with others through the power of story. Free books provided—just bring your voice and curiosity! 💬

Free to all

Come make Art in the Jordan Teen Center!

• All skill levels welcome
• Materials will be provided
• Free for Everyone

Games will be held on either Mondays or Wednesdays starting 6/8.

Divisions:

• 5/6 grade
• 7/8 grade
• high school

*Based on current grade/grade completing.

Cost: $10 per player

Teams will wear their own uniforms/shirts. Individuals will be given pennies to wear before each game.

Games will be held on either Mondays or Wednesdays starting 6/8.

Divisions:

• 5/6 grade
• 7/8 grade
• high school

*Based on current grade/grade completing.

Cost: free thanks to Court is Hers

Teams will wear their own uniforms/shirts. Individuals will be given pennies to wear before each game.

6 weeks of gameplay. Games will be held on Saturdays

• 5/6 grade (26-27 SY)
• 7/8 grade (26-27 SY)

Cost: $10 per player – players can sign up as a member of a team or as an individual

Week 1 (8/15) will be a clinic for all participants to prepare for the season. 8/22 will be the first week of games. Teams will wear their own uniforms/shirts. Individuals will be given pennies to wear before each game.