Afternoons R.O.C.K. In Indiana

Afternoons R.O.C.K. in Indiana is an after school drug prevention program for youth ages 10 to 14 years, in 4th through 8th grade; the most vulnerable time for experimentation. The program is held during non-school hours after school at a time when youth are most likely to experiment with drugs. Afternoons R.O.C.K. in Indiana promotes positive social relationships and skills during these afternoon hours of unsupervised time during which today's youth often find themselves tempted to engage in risky behaviors like trying alcohol, tobacco and other drugs as well as vandalism, gang activity, and sexual experimentation. Afternoons R.O.C.K. in Indiana provides a structured, supervised after school activity and an invaluable tool for youth to learn about the dangers of drugs, alcohol, and gambling. The program is at no cost to families. For more information in regards to this program and when it may be available for your student please call the YMCA at 925-9622 and ask Jeanette Randall.

Youth T.E.A.M.

This FREE program for students in grades 7-9 meets every other Tuesday at the Garrett Community YMCA from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Students can enjoy food, friends and fun! Call the YMCA at 925-9622 for the next meeting time.

Moms and Babes

This FREE program for teen parents and their children meets every other Wednesday at 5 p.m. at the Garrett Community YMCA. Those who participate will meet other parents in similar situations. Conversation, food and fun is the focus.

Safe Sitter

This is a nationally recognized course designed to train youth who may be caring for younger siblings, neighbors, or friends. During this 8 hour basic course students learn the basics of caring for a young child including Babysitting as a Business, Success on the Job, Child Care Essentials, Safety for the Sitter, Injury Management, Preventing Problem Behavior, Care of a Choking Infant, Care of a Choking Child, Preventing Injuries, and Behavior Management. Minimum of 8 registrants required. Registrants must be at least 11 years of age to take course. Each course will be held at the North Street YMCA, students will need to bring a sack lunch including a drink, notebook and pencil to take notes. Each participant will receive a Safe Sitter Manual.

Cost: $35 Member $ 55 Non-Member

Dates and Times:

• September 17, 2010
• December 27, 2010
• February 18, 2011

Class time is 8:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Attendance is required for the entire class session to be Safe Sitter Certified.

Click here for the waiver and registration form.

We Have Three Locations To Serve You!

Main Street Facility
310 N. Main Street
Auburn, IN 46706
260-925-9622

North Street Facility
533 North Street
Auburn, IN 46706
260-925-9622

Garrett Facility
1200 E. Houston Street
Garrett, IN 46738
260-925-9622

NEW!! Suzuki Violin Lessons

Trial Lessons: Interested in trying to learn the violin? Sign up for a 3-week trial lesson. Lessons are for youth starting at age 3 and times are available in the evenings on Tuesdays or Wednesdays from 5:00-7:00pm. Each lesson meets once a week and is approximately 20-25 minutes long depending on the attention span of the student. Lessons will be held at the North Street YMCA and the cost is $30 for YMCA Members or Non-Members. A Violin and music will be available to borrow during the trial lessons.

Beginner Lessons: Beginning Suzuki Violin lessons will concentrate on proper stance and holding positions. Children will be taught at their own pace and desire. Parents will be encouraged to be involved in each lesson and at home with their students. Lessons for beginners will be for students who are at least 4 years of age or have completed the trial lessons. Students will need to provide their own appropriate violin and music books will be available for purchase from the instructor. Lessons will meet once a week and will last 20-25 minutes each depending on the attention span of the student. Lessons will run for 6 weeks at a time on Tuesday or Wednesday evenings from 5:00-7:00pm. Cost is $90 for YMCA Members or $150 for Non-Members.

Registration for Suzuki Violin lessons is available at any of the YMCA of DeKalb County facilities. Upon registration the instructor will be in contact to arrange the start and time of the lessons.

Click here for the waiver and registration form.