Family fun is the name of the game at YMCA Buffalo Niagara. Below is just a sampling of the special programs and events for families.
Parent-child swim lessons: Parents join their infant or toddler in the water to help them learn basic aquatic skills.
Family Fitness: Families have fun while working out in a safe, fun environment.
Family open gym/open swim: Most YMCA branches set aside time in the gym and pool for families. Play games, go swimming and get fit as a family!
Parents Night Out: Parents can enjoy a night out while their children have a great time at the YMCA! Children enjoy swimming, snacks, games and more under the close supervision of YMCA child care staff.
Family Camp: Over the Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, families can enjoy the Camp Weona Family Getaway weekends. Families enjoy our rock climbing tower, trail hikes, swimming, fishing, canoeing, campfires horseback trials rides, high challenge course and zip line and much more. Participation in each activity is left to the discretion of the individual. Cabin or lodge accommodations are available and all meals are included. For registration information all the Camp Weona Business Office at 565-6008.
Adventure Guides: A program developed to help foster companionship and provide quality time between parents and their sons and daughters between the ages of 5-9. Based on American Indian folklore, the program emphasizes respect for family relationships and sets a foundation for positive, lifelong relationships between parents and children.
Neighborhood tribes of 5-8 parent/child pairs meet twice a month in members’ homes. The tribes meet and participate in activities such as crafts, projects, games special events, campouts and trips, designed especially to help parents and their children get to know each other. Contact YMCA Camp Weona at 565-6008 for more information.
Holiday parties (Halloween, Christmas, Easter): Celebrate the season with your child and enjoy fun activities and goodies. Events include Breakfast with Santa, Easter Egg Hunts, and much more.
Child Watch: Free YMCA child watch (babysitting) allows members free time for their workouts and provides kids with a safe, fun environment.
