For Youth Development

YMCA ACHIEVERS

“This will be Chris’ third year in the Y Achievers Program.  This year and next year are important years because he will either need to get a job or go to college.  The thought of college is overwhelming for me as I am a single mother with a high school degree.  But, with the help of the High School and Achievers, Chris and I feel we are being guided through SAT/ACT prep, learning time management skills and that setting and following through on goals.  Chris is excited about the College Tour that the Y provides to universities  like to Georgia Tech, Clark Atlanta University among others.  Achievers pushes my son to look forward to the future and it gives me more peace of mind that something will work out.”

— Josephine, Summit YMCA member

SWIM PROGRAMS

“Near the water, every parent wants to feel assured that their child is safe and knows how to swim.  It is of special concern for me since my 12 year old is a special needs child.  We’ve tried lessons at two other pools, but he is most calm when he is at the Y and so we come here for his private weekly lesson.  Quinn loves his swim instructor who praises his attitude and challenges him to take responsibility and commit to making more progress every time he comes.  He intuitively feels his instructor cares.  I saw something recently that said “you can save a life by teaching a kid to swim”.  That’s why I’m here.”

— Andy, Summit YMCA member