Before & After School Care

Monday – Friday
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Ages 5 -12 Years Old

Y-Members: $60 / Week (Per Child)
Community Members: $75 / Week (Per Child)

Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 7:30 AM
Ages 5 -12 Years Old
Washington Elementary Students Only

Eligible Students: $10 / Week (Per Child)

When school is canceled due to inclement weather, the Y has a place for your children. Parents can relax and the kids can enjoy snow days off from school by participating in fun activities here at the Y. Games, arts and crafts, gym and pool are available! Please send a swimsuit and towel.

Ages 5-12 Years Old

Y-Members: $35 / Day (Per Child)
Community Members: $45 / Day (Per Child)

Snow Day Insurance:

To ensure your child care for inclement weather days insurance can be purchased for $150.

Must be purchased by October 31, 2022.

Contact to Enroll

When school is closed for teacher in-service days or Holiday breaks, kids can enjoy the day here at the Y and parents can feel comfortable that their children have a fun way to spend their day. Bring your swimsuit and a sack lunch and/or snack. Must pre-register and pre-pay at the Member Service Desk for this program.

Ages 5-12 Years Old

Y-Members: $160 / Week (Per Child)
Community Members: $175 / Week (Per Child)

THE DOW BAY AREA FAMILY YMCA FOLLOWS THE BAY CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR ALL SNOW DAYS, HOLIDAYS, AND NON-SCHOOL DAYS.

Through funding from United Way of Bay County and the Bay County Healthy Youth/Healthy Seniors Fund and Community Initiative Fund at the Bay Area Community Foundation, the YMCA has expanded after-school programming to Cramer and Christa McAuliffe Middle Schools… FOR FREE! Students work with caring YMCA staff on a variety of activities in a safe and fun environment!

Cramer Junior High

Monday – Thursday | 3:15 PM – 6:00 PM

Register

Christa Mcauliffe Middle School

Tuesday – Thursday | 2:20 PM – 5:00 PM

Register or Request More Information

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE

AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Monday – Friday
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Ages 5 – 12 Years Old

  • Y-Members $60 / week (per child)
  • Community Members $75 / Week (Per Child)

BEFORE SCHOOL CARE

Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 7:30 AM
Ages 5 – 12 Years Old
Washington Elementary Students Only

  • Eligible Students $10 / Week (Per Child)

NON-SCHOOL DAYS AT THE Y

When school is canceled due to inclement weather, the Y has a place for your children. Parents can relax and the kids can enjoy snow days off from school by participating in fun activities here at the Y. Games, arts and crafts, gym and pool are available! Please send a swimsuit and towel. 5-12 Years Old

  • Y-Members $35 / Day (Per Child)
  • Community Members $45 / Day (Per Child)

HOLIDAY BREAKS

When school is closed for teacher in-service days or Holiday breaks, kids can enjoy the day here at the Y and parents can feel comfortable that their children have a fun way to spend their day. Bring your swimsuit and a sack lunch and/or snack. Must pre-register and pre-pay at the Member Service Desk for this program. 5-12 Years Old

  • Y-Members $160 / Week (Per Child)
  • Community Members $175 / Week (Per Child)
THE DOW BAY AREA FAMILY YMCA FOLLOWS THE BAY CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR ALL SNOW DAYS, HOLIDAYS, AND NON-SCHOOL DAYS.

MIDDLE SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Through funding from United Way of Bay County and the Bay County Healthy Youth/Healthy Seniors Fund and Community Initiative Fund at the Bay Area Community Foundation, the YMCA has expanded after-school programming to Cramer and Christa McAuliffe Middle Schools… FOR FREE! Students work with caring YMCA staff on a variety of activities in a safe and fun environment!

Cramer Junior High

Monday-Thursday | 3:15 PM -6:00 PM

CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Tuesday -Thursday | 2:20 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the MEMBER SERVICE DESK or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

Book Your Spot:

Reservation Reminders:

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.

Financial AsSistance Programs

Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.