In Bridgeport, the YMCA has provided programming since 1884 and youth services since 1929. We offer the greater Bridgeport community access to affordable child care, youth and teen programs, summer camp, youth swim lessons and safety around water programming. Learn more about the Bridgeport YMCA and how you can become a youth member.
Hours of Operation:Monday – Friday: 7:30 am-5:30 pm |
Address & Phone:850 Park Avenue |
JOIN US in a quest to open the doors to financial intelligence for our youth. Participants will learn how to grow and sustain a solid financial future!
WHEN: April 22 – June 13
DAYS: Mondays & Thursdays
TIME: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
AGES: 13 years old – 18 years old
FEES: FREE
WHERE: Ralphola Taylor Community Center – 790 Central Ave. Bridgeport, CT. 06607
Participants will get a free brokers account
Participants will get a free special basketball clinic
Free Food and Prizes for Participation
Participants will engage in Conscious Conversations
HOW TO REGISTER: Stop in and register right at our front desk, we have an easy and fast registration process. Groups fill up fast on a first come, first served basis.
The Work Readiness Club teaches youth how to vet a job, obtain a job and keep a job. We teach how to properly fill out applications, resumes, how to interview, and the work ethic needed to be a great employee. JOIN Us and become Employable!
WHEN: April 24 – June 12
TIME: Wednesdays 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
AGES: 14 years old – 18 years old
FEES: FREE
WHERE: Ralphola Taylor Community Center – 790 Central Ave. Bridgeport, CT. 06607
HOW TO REGISTER: Stop in and register right at our front desk, we have an easy and fast registration process. Groups fill up fast on a first come, first served basis.
JOIN US and get caught up to speed with the fundamental skills of soccer. Learn sportsmanship, teamwork and make friends in a fun and safe environment. Join Us to learn the game and play the game each week.
WHEN: April 23 – June 13
GROUP 1: Tuesday 7:00pm – 8:30pm: Ages 6 – 12
GROUP 2: Wednesday 5:30pm – 7:00pm: Ages 6 – 12
FEES: $15 per player (one time fee, per group)
WHERE: Ralphola Taylor Community Center 790 Central Ave. Bridgeport, CT.
HOW TO REGISTER: Stop in and register right at our front desk, we have an easy and fast registration process. Groups fill up fast on a first come, first served basis.
When: Saturday, May 18, 2024 • Registration 8:30AM • Walk 9:30AM
What: 4 Mile Walk • Rain or Shine
Where: Captain’s Cove Seaport, 1 Bostwick Avenue, Bridgeport CT
Come and join us! Feel free to invite your loved ones as well. We assure you an uplifting and motivating morning aimed at spreading awareness and raising donations. Together, let’s empower our community to combat homelessness.
Register at the Walk: Registration starts at 8:30am
Click to Sponsor or contact Maria mvalentin@cccymca.org or Melissa mrosado@cccymca.org P 203 332 6447
Please donate! With your help, we hope to raise $93,000 at our event. Please consider an on-line donation.
Interested in being a Sponsor! Learn more here: 2024 ACSY Walk Sponsor Opportunities As a leader in our community, we know you understand the power of change and that your business is a driving force behind it. We invite you to join us as a 2024 Sponsor of the Alpha Community Services YMCA Walk to End Homelessness. Submit your sponsorship on-line: Click Here
LOVE Silent Auctions?! We have wonderful items being offered. We’ll post a preview here in May. We are grateful for your support.
Y Day Camp is the place to make every precious summer day a great one! Because the YMCA believes all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve.
The Bridgeport YMCA Summer Day Camp provides kids with a safe, healthy, familiar, and fun-filled environment for them to explore, build confidence, develop skills, make lasting friendships and memories so they can grow as individuals and leaders. For families, day camp offers a peace of mind knowing that your child is in a safe and enriching place.
Learn more: Bridgeport YMCA 2024 Day Camp Brochure and Bridgeport YMCA 2024 Day Camp Parent Handbook
To register, please fill out the Bridgeport YMCA 2024 Day Camp Registration Packet
If your child will require special assistance or medicine while at camp, these forms may also be required: Individual Care Plan_Medicine Authorization.
If you would like to apply for financial assistance, please fill submit this application: CCCY-Financial-Assistance-Application_C4K-Forms
AGES: 8 weeks – 5 years
Child care programs help youngsters gain self-confidence and social skills while developing positive attitudes about school and learning. Our programs are NAEYC accredited and allow parents to go to work with peace of mind knowing that their children are being cared for in a safe, structured and fun environment. We are committed to providing a safe, loving environment for your child and aspire to meet his/her needs while promoting physical, social, emotional and cognitive development.
Our programs develop weekly curriculum with age-appropriate activities and indoor and outdoor learning experiences. Our program at the Kolbe Education Center participates in the CACFP Food Program to ensure that all children receive healthy meals and snacks throughout the day.
To register: 2024-25-CCC-YMCA-Early-Learning-Child-Care-Registration-Packet-Fillable
WHERE:
Kolbe Education Center, 401 Kossuth Street – 203 332-6447 (Ages 8 weeks – 5 years)
Bridgeport YMCA, 850 Park Avenue – 203 334-5551 (Ages 3-5 years)
WHEN: Monday – Friday
TIME: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
FEE: Fees are based on a sliding fee scale. CCCY-Financial-Assistance-Application-Materials
Care 4 Kids helps low to moderate-income families in Connecticut pay for child care costs. This program is sponsored by the State of Connecticut’s Department of Social Services (also called DSS).
To learn more about Care 4 Kids, take a look at this website. You can look at the site to find out how the program works, who is eligible, and more. http://ctcare4kids.com/
When a friend you’ve referred joins the Y, we’ll thank you by giving you a FREE membership month.
There’s no limit to how many friends you refer and there’s no limit to how many FREE months you can receive.
Being with friends is always more fun for you and your family.
Serving Bridgeport children ages 3 & 4 years
At the Bridgeport Y, kids try new things, build their confidence, make new friends and smile every day. Affordable tuition. Care 4 Kids accepted.
Openings Available. Enroll your child today!
YMCA Kolbe Education Center, 401 Kossuth Street, Bridgeport, CT 06608 P 203 332 6447
YMCA PALS V, 850 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 P 203 334 5551