Healthy habits stick when started at a young age. Our Youth Health & Wellness programs give kids all the tools and support necessary to create lasting foundations that will allow them to be confident, healthy, and happy.
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Babysitting Training Course
$55 $85 12-15Downtown Boise Y: Jul 25 | Feb 22 | Oct 3
West Boise Y: Aug 15 | Sep 19 | Dec 12
This one-day course includes ASHI-Approved Certification card and can help young adults interview for suitable babysitting positions. Participants will learn how to choose safe and age-appropriate toys and games, prevent injuries and be prepared if an emergency happens, handle bedtime issues, and more!
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$40 $60 9–16 January 4, 2021 - January 25, 2021West Boise YMCA: | Mon, Wed, 4:30–5:15pm |
The class features constantly varied movement activities that focus on balance, agility, coordination, speed, stamina, endurance, flexibility, athleticism, and core strength.
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$50 $90 6–14 March 30, 2021 - May 4, 2021South Meridian YMCA: | Tue, 7–8pm |
Enjoy some indoor adaptive PE-style activities! Let your kids expand their knowledge of fitness concepts—including flexibility, stamina, strength, and nutrition—while getting the opportunity for self-expression and social interaction.
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Free Day Pass Required 15+ View ScheduleYoga Fusion combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages of yoga. Nonstop movement and high energy music drive this full-body workout.
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$40 $52 10–144-week sessions occur monthly
South Meridian Y: Tue, Thu, 4:45–5:40pm—starting Jan 12!
Designed specifically for youth ages 10–14, this program features constantly varied activities that focus on balance, agility, coordination, speed, strength, stamina, endurance, flexibility, athleticism, and core strength.
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$30 $39 10–15 January 11, 2021 - January 27, 2021Downtown Boise Y: Mon, Wed, 4:15–5:15pm
Designed specifically for youth ages 10–15, this program features constantly varied activities that focus on balance, agility, coordination, speed, strength, stamina, endurance, flexibility, athleticism, and core strength. Youth Fit Bootcamp meets two times a week for three weeks.
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$33 for 1 child | $10 for each additional child in same household (Max 4) Membership Required 10–14Participants learn how to safely use the fitness equipment and provide basic knowledge to start their own personal fitness program. Participants will learn etiquette on the floor, benefits, and risks. After completing this course, kids will be able to pick up a badge each time they come into the facility and use the cardio and strength training circuit machines without an adult present.
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