Teenology 101: What Being a Teen is all About
(Teen Afterschool Program)
Registration: Ongoing
Cost: $145/Members, $175/Program Members
*financial assistance available
Homework Lab
We provide students with a quiet place to study. They are given time to use computers, read and work on their homework.
Pickup Ball
The gym is open for participants to play basketball or other games in a supervised environment.
Teen Speaks Magazine
Learn everything there is to know about creating a magazine. Take part in journalism, photography and design to develop the Simmons Teen Speaks Magazine.
Teen Website
Teens learn to develop their own Website and produce their own Teen Show featured on the Web.
Leaders Club
Middle School students learn about leadership and volunteerism through challenging, fun activities including teambuilding, volunteering, service projects, conferences/workshops, weekend trips and fundraising.
Achievers Club
High School students learn to take leadership to the next level. Students begin with career exploration, move to college preparation and finish with internships in their area of interest.

Step Team
Learn different steps from experienced steppers and perform at major events in the community.
Dance
Learn Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Liturgical and many other types of dance. Students perform at various community events and have two recitals during the year.
City, Youth, & Government
Students research all levels of government, attend workshops/conferences and are given a chance to make positive change in the community.
Simmons Teen Jam
Activities include music, basketball, movies and more.
“The Spot” (Teen Center)
“The Spot” is just for teens. Activities include games, computer access, ping pong, music and more! MEMBERS ONLY!
For more information contact:
Tim Brooks
Senior Family Services Director
(704) 716-6612
tim.brooks@ymcacharlotte.org