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Half-Day Summer Youth Programs - Preschool (Ages 3-5 Years)
Summer provides the perfect opportunity for kids to explore and ignite their imaginations. With the Waukee Family YMCA’s dynamic Half-Day Enrichment Programming, children can dive into their passions each day! The programs are carefully crafted with a focus on a weekly theme, ensuring that kids are fully immersed in the topic throughout the morning. From drop-off to pick-up, youth will enjoy a fun, engaging experience in a safe, supportive environment. They’ll have a blast in a creative, exciting environment that fosters growth, learning, and fun! It will be a summer experience full of discovery and excitement.
The programs below are available to children who are ages 3 – 5 years old; in preschool, or entering kindergarten in the fall of 2025. All children must be fully toilet-trained on the first day of programming. The Y offers Half-Day Summer Enrichment programs for children who have completed a traditional kindergarten program – 5th grade; please find more information and register here: Half-Day Summer Youth Programs- School Age
Please Note: A $20 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied towards the balance due for your week of Half-Day Enrichment Programming. The remaining balance will be due on the Tuesday before the program begins.
1-The Wonder Years
This week is all about discovery! Children will explore the wonders of science through interactive, engaging experiments and hands-on training. Through each experiment, we will develop curiosity and problem solving skills. With fun activities designed to captivate and inspire, this program fosters a love of exploration, creativity, and discovery. Children will leave with a sense of awe and wonder at the world around them!
Dates: July 7 – 11, 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $135/Y Member or $160/Non-Member
Location: Waukee Family YMCA Makerspace
Contact: [email protected]
Please Note: A $20 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied towards the balance due for your week of Half-Day Enrichment Programming. The remaining balance will be due on the Tuesday before the program begins.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/25/25 | 8/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 135.00 | $ 160.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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07/07/25 - 07/11/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
2-Beachfront Barnyard
From sandy shores to wide-open fields, get ready for an adventure as the excitement of the beach meets the charm of the farm! Children will dive into coastal life by exploring the shore, creating beach art, splishing and splashing, and discovering marine creatures, while also experiencing the joys of farm life through animal care, gardening, and outdoor fun! With a perfect balance of excitement and exploration, the spirit of adventure will be as endless as the ocean and as nurturing as the farm!
Dates: July 14 – 18, 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $135/Y Member or $160/Non-Member
Location: Waukee Family YMCA Makerspace
Contact: [email protected]
Please Note: A $20 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied towards the balance due for your week of Half-Day Enrichment Programming. The remaining balance will be due on the Tuesday before the program begins.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/25/25 | 8/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 135.00 | $ 160.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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07/14/25 - 07/18/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
3-Messy Masterpieces
Creativity shines in this interactive art adventure! With no rules about making a mess, young artists will delight in the hands-on experience of exploring a variety of art forms and learning how to express themselves through unique, fun, and exciting designs. This program celebrates the fun of creating and the joy of self-expression!
Dates: July 21 – 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $135/Y Member or $160/Non-Member
Location: Waukee Family YMCA Makerspace
Contact: [email protected]
Please Note: A $20 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied towards the balance due for your week of Half-Day Enrichment Programming. The remaining balance will be due on the Tuesday before the program begins.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/25/25 | 8/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 135.00 | $ 160.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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07/21/25 - 07/25/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
4-Astronaut Academy
Blast into a galaxy of fun! We will embark on a stellar adventure through space as we explore the mysteries of the universe. Children will launch their imaginations while discovering what it’s like to be an astronaut on a mission to the stars!
Dates: July 28 – August 1, 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $135/Y Member or $160/Non-Member
Location: Waukee Family YMCA Makerspace
Contact: [email protected]
Please Note: A $20 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied towards the balance due for your week of Half-Day Enrichment Programming. The remaining balance will be due on the Tuesday before the program begins.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/25/25 | 8/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 135.00 | $ 160.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
07/28/25 - 08/01/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
5-Once Upon An Imagination
Hear ye, hear ye! Prepare to be transported to a captivating land with castles, knights, princesses, dragons, and enchanted forest animals. We will be wishing on a star during this magical week as we play games, create fairytales, make masterpieces, and earn a crown in our very own royal kingdom.
Dates: August 4 – 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $135/Y Member or $160/Non-Member
Location: Waukee Family YMCA Makerspace
Contact: [email protected]
Please Note: A $20 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied towards the balance due for your week of Half-Day Enrichment Programming. The remaining balance will be due on the Tuesday before the program begins.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/25/25 | 8/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 135.00 | $ 160.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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08/04/25 - 08/08/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |