FREE Student Opportunities at the Downtown Y!

The Downtown YMCA is pleased to share information about several Teen Experiences currently open for registration. These programs are designed to complement in-school learning while providing structured, high-quality out-of-school opportunities that promote academic growth, leadership development, and student engagement. 

The Downtown YMCA currently offers the following weekly programs for youth for the Summer of 2026:

Middle School Math Tutoring
Academic support focused on strengthening math fluency through guided instruction, hands-on practice, and problem-solving activities.

Middle School English Tutoring
Literacy-based tutoring that supports reading comprehension, writing skills, grammar, vocabulary development, and academic confidence.

RVA Teens Townhall (Debate Club)
A structured program introducing teens to public forum debate, emphasizing critical thinking, effective communication, and civic awareness through discussion of real-world topics.

Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Downtown YMCA with a meaningful youth workshop focused on African history, identity, and cultural pride.

All programs are facilitated by trained staff in a youth-centered environment and take place at the Downtown YMCA.

How You Can Support:

• These programs are no cost with a YMCA Membership OR Non-Member Account

Registration