Get ready to take the first step toward your future! This hands-on program helps teens build essential skills for the workplace and prepare them with the resources needed to get a job, such as resume writing, interview prep, cover letter, effective communication, and time management. Whether it is for the first job or planning for future career path, this program sets up the direction of success!

If you have any questions please contact Caldwell Youth Director

This course introduces students to coding and programming through the robotic lens of Ozobots. Focusing on the integration of programming and hardware, students will learn to code and control their ozobot to perform tasks, solve problems, and interact with the physical world.

Chromebooks provided for coding program.

If you have any questions please contact Caldwell Youth Director

Join us for an exciting Dungeons & Dragons Night designed especially for kids! This adventure-filled evening will transport young heroes into a world of fantasy, teamwork, and imagination. Led by experienced Dungeon Masters, children will embark on thrilling quests, solve puzzles, and encounter magical creatures. No prior experience is needed—just a sense of adventure and a creative spirit.

Question? Call 208 377 9622 ext 431 or WestYouth Coordinator

If you have any questions please contact Caldwell Youth Director

If you have any questions please contact Caldwell Youth Director

If you have any questions please contact Caldwell Youth Director

Land navigation class teaches map reading, compass skills, GPS use, and advanced techniques like triangulation and dead reckoning. Weekly field exercises will give students a chance to practice their skills in Geocaching.

If you have any questions please contact Caldwell Youth Coordinator

Leaders Club connects young people grades 8th through 12th with adult advisors to develop their leadership potential while fostering a culture of service. With the help of role models and mentors from the College of Idaho, teens develop the skills needed to lead positive change in their communities.

Meetings will be 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at the Caldwell YMCA.

Partnership with the College of Idaho Community Engagement Program.

For more information, contact the Youth & Family Director at [email protected]

Unleash your imagination and build incredible creations with fellow LEGO enthusiasts! Create with LEGO Mindstorms, LEGO Spike, or free build as a LEGO Master Builder.

If you have any questions please contact Caldwell Youth Director

Ages: 13-18

Please join us for a teen only advisory committee. This volunteer group will plan events and activities solely for teens! We will meet twice a month during out of school hours. There will be one adult moderator, but the group will be comprised of only teens!

Ages: 12-17 | Class Duration: 2-hours | Location: Youth Activity Center (for participant check-in/out)

This series is all about learning kitchen skills and food safety while making tasty recipes based off of the monthly theme. Participants will get to explore ingredients, create delicious dishes, and make their own handwritten recipe cards to bring home!

*Each registration covers two classes a month.

Monthly Session Descriptions & Details:

Cooking for a Cause (September 2025)

• 9/4
• 9/18

Halloween Recipes (October 2025)

• 10/9
• 10/23

Comfort Classics (November 2025)

• 11/6
• 11/20

Holiday Recipes (December 2025)

• 12/4
• 12/18

Ages: 6-12 | Class Duration: 1-hour | Location: Climbing Wall (second floor of the DT YMCA)

Take your climbing skills to new levels in this exclusive Youth Climbing course. Youth will also be trained to belay. Registration covers 1 month of climbing class.

Join us for a fun and engaging climbing class where kids will spend an hour each week learning and exploring the climbing wall with the support of our trained YMCA staff. This four-week course focuses on building confidence, improving skills, and having a great time in a safe and encouraging environment.

Questions?  Call 208 377 9622 ext. 431 or email West Youth Coordinator 

Ages: 6-12 | Class Duration: 2-hours | Location: Youth Activity Center (for participant check-in/out)

Join us for hands-on cooking fun! In this series, participants will learn kitchen skills, food safety, and make tasty recipes based off of the monthly theme. They will get to explore ingredients, create delicious dishes, and make their own handwritten recipe cards to bring home!

*Each registration covers two classes a month.

Monthly Session Descriptions & Details:

Halloween Recipes (October 2025)

• 10/2
• 10/16

Comfort Classics (November 2025)

• 11/6
• 11/13

Holiday Recipes (December 2025)

• 12/11
• 12/18

Join us for hands-on cooking fun! In this series, participants will learn kitchen skills, food safety, and make tasty recipes from around the world. Young chefs will explore ingredients, build confidence, and create delicious dishes. Each registration covers two classes a month.

Questions?  Call 208 377 9622 ext. 431 or email West Youth Coordinator 

Join us for hands-on cooking fun! In this series, participants will learn kitchen skills, food safety, and make tasty recipes from around the world. Young chefs will explore ingredients, build confidence, and create delicious dishes. Each registration covers two classes a month.

Classes will be every other Monday from 5pm-7pm.

Ages: 6-12 | Class Duration: 1-hour | Location: Program Room (basement of the DT YMCA)

This Creative Arts Program is a vibrant and hands-on youth art experience designed to ignite creativity and inspire artistic expression. In this dynamic program, participants will explore a variety of mediums each session to allow the discovery of new skills and enhance their artistic abilities.

Monthly Session Descriptions & Details:

Spooky Crafting (October 2025)

This session will be all about experiencing working with a variety of materials to make fun spooky (or cute) creations!

• 10/7 – Monster Drip Paint Project
• 10/14 – Wooden Black Cat
• 10/21 – Fabric Ghost & Pumpkin
• 10/28 – Mason Jar Mummy

Mindful Makings (November 2025)

This session will focus on using repurposed/recycled materials plus items that are found in nature to be incorporated and preserved in participants art! These projects are to help kids reflect on what it means to be mindful, be thankful, and how to spread kindness.

• 11/4 – Mindful Mosaics
• 11/11 – Gratitude Tree
• 11/18 – Kindness Rock Painting
• 11/25 – Mini Zen Garden 

Handmade Gifts (December 2025)

There is nothing better than a gift from the heart! This session will help kids create unique and meaningful gifts to give to their loved ones. Instructors will even help kids wrap up their gifts so they remain a surprise until gifted! (Please note there are only 3 classes this session, but they are 2-hours long.)

• 12/2 – Clay Creations 
• 12/9 – Ornaments & Magnets
• 12/16 – Picture Frames & Cards

Ages: 6-12 | Class Duration: 1-hour

This Creative Arts Program is a vibrant and hands-on youth art experience designed to ignite creativity and inspire artistic expression. In this dynamic program, participants will explore a variety of mediums each session to allow the discovery of new skills and enhance their artistic abilities.

Questions?  Call us at (208)377-9622 EXT. 431 or email Youth Coordinator 

Ages: 6-12 | Class Duration: 1-hour | Location: Program Room (basement of DT YMCA)

The STEM Explorers Program offers young minds the chance to dive into the exciting world of STEM through hands-on learning. Each month, participants will explore a new theme. With each theme, kids will develop critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, all while having fun and discovering the wonders of STEM!

Monthly Session Descriptions & Details:

Space Exploration (September 2025)

Forensic Science (October 2025)

Invention Convention (November 2025)

Minecraft STEM (December 2025)

The STEM Explorers Program offers young minds the chance to dive into the exciting world of STEM through hands-on learning. Each month, participants will explore a new theme. With each theme, kids will develop critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, all while having fun and discovering the wonders of STEM!

Questions?  Call us at (208)377-9622 EXT. 431 or email Youth Coordinator