Training the leaders of tomorrow
The YMCA offers leadership development experiences that provide
youth a great opportunity to meet new people, develop personal
and group leadership skills, build self-confidence and have
fun. Our service and leadership opportunities help teens learn to express themselves,
come together for a common cause and be active and informed
citizens.
Service and Leadership Opportunities
Boulder Skate Team: The Boulder Skate Team is a free program for skateboarders in grades 6-12. The BST meets at 4 PM, every Tuesday, at the Boulder Skatepark to skate. We help organize local competitions, perform demos, teach skate clinics and promote the Boulder skate scene. Service opportunities are offered twice each month at skate parks through out the metro area. Trips to visit other great Colorado skateparks are also offered on Saturdays. There is a fee to cover transportation on these trips. Members are required to maintain a C average at school, perform skate-related community service, demonstrate YMCA values and wear a helmet while skating.
Contact Ric Widenor at (303) 443-4474 ext. 4615 or ric.widenor@ymcabv.org
BreakThrough Arts t.a.b. (teen advisory board): The BreakThrough Arts t.a.b. provides support for the BTA classes throughout the school year. Members have input on what classes are offered each semester, work in their schools to promote BTA classes and organize the end of semester celebrations. In addition to this, t.a.b. members organize and produce the teen area at the annual Boulder Creek Festival on Memorial Day Weekend. This area has an art tent that showcases some of the best teen art in the area, a festival of teen bands, non-profit groups that support teens with information on health, depression, suicide prevention, healthy body image, etc.
Contact Jess England at 303-443-4474 x4650 or Jessica.england@ymcabv.org
YMCA BreakThrough Arts Dance Crew – Students who are a part of the YMCA Breakthrough Arts dance crew come from all over the Boulder Valley School District and range in age from 13 -18 years. The Crew practices every Saturday morning, at the Mapleton YMCA, from 10:15 a.m. -11:30 a.m. and can be seen performing hip hop dance numbers throughout the Boulder Community.
If you are interested in joining or have any questions about the Crew please contact Kim Dobbins at 303-443-4474 x4651 or kim.dobbins@ymcabv.org
Project YES/YMCA Youth Center: The Project YES/YMCA Youth Center is located in Lafayette, Colorado, but is open to any youth in the area. Project YES promotes social change through the arts. Classes and workshops are offered on a variety of topics. Opportunities for leadership include participation in the YAB (Youth Center Advisory Board) and in the Art in the Community program.
Contact Stephanie Kujawski at 303-443-4474 x4605 or Stephanie.Kujawski@ymcabv.org
Teen Leaders Club: Do you want to make a positive difference in your community and have a great time doing it? Become a member of the YMCA's Teen Leaders Club! The YMCA Teen Leaders Club meets weekly to work on a variety of activities and events for teens in Boulder County. This group produces the haunted house at the annual YMCA Halloween Party. Teen Leaders collaborate with area youth groups to provide special events and participate in service projects throughout the school year.
Contact Stephanie Kujawski at 303-443-4474 x4605 or Stephanie.Kujawski@ymcabv.org
Y-Riders: The Y-Riders program is dedicated to supporting cyclists of all ages in achieving their potential and goals. Y-Riders strives to produce honest, responsible, respectful and caring riders of all ability levels and in every aspect of cycling: for fitness, fun, recreation, competition and alternative transportation. This group organizes the Y entry in the Lights of December Parade, volunteers in the Learn to Bike classes and provides other cycling related service opportunities.
Contact George Sharman at 303-443-4474 x4614 or george.sharman@ymcabv.org
For more information on YMCA leadership opportunities email Karen.Brown@ymcabv.org
or call 303-443-4474 x4690.
