Half-Day Summer Youth Programs - Preschool (Ages 3-5 Years)
The programs below are available to children who are ages 3 – 5 years old; in preschool, or entering kindergarten in the fall of 2024. 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 kindergarten – 5th grade; please find more information here: Youth Programs School age 6-12
Summer is time for kids to explore and expand the limits of their imagination. With the YMCA of Greater Des Moines’ specially tailored half-day enrichment program curriculum, children will explore their passion each day! The program has been designed with an emphasis on the theme of the week; children will be immersed in the topic from drop-off to pick-up time in a safe environment while having lots of FUN!
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.
Artistic Expressions
Let your imagination be your guide and get ready to blast into a world of color! Young artists will explore a variety of art that will foster creative expression and fun while creating their own masterpieces.
Available for potty-trained preschool children who have not completed kindergarten, ages 3 – 5
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 | |
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1/19/24 | 8/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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08/05/24 - 08/09/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
Discovery Depot
This week is all about discovery! Children will enjoy hands-on experiences with goopy, slimy, overflowing and awe-inspiring experiments and hands-on training as we unleash our inner scientist in our homemade laboratory!
Available for potty-trained preschool children who have not completed kindergarten, ages 3 – 5
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 | |
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1/19/24 | 8/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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07/08/24 - 07/12/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
Enchanted Escapades
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
Available for potty-trained preschool children who have not completed kindergarten, ages 3 – 5
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 | |
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1/19/24 | 8/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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07/15/24 - 07/19/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
Heroes Hub
Calling all superheroes! Get ready to find your superpowers, build your super costumes, and save the day as we celebrate all kinds of heroes,
from those in books to our real-life heroes!
Available for potty-trained preschool children who have not completed kindergarten, ages 3 – 5
Please note: A $20 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied towards the balance due for your week of half-day enrichment programming. The remaining balance will be due on the Tuesday before the program begins.
Registration Information
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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07/29/24 - 08/02/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
Ready, Set, Cook!
This week we will explore all the different food groups, where our food comes from, and make new and delicious recipes every day! Get your recipe book ready to add some new favorites!
Location:
Walnut Creek YMCA
Ages:
3-5 Years
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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1/1/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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06/03/24 - 06/07/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 |
Register Closes 05/27/2024 |
Roarin’ Rapids
Lions, tigers, and bears, OH MY! Join the adventure as we take a walk on the wild side. The fun won’t end there because we will also explore life under the sea and guarantee kids will have a SPLASH!
Available for potty-trained preschool children who have not completed kindergarten, ages 3 – 5
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 | |
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1/19/24 | 8/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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07/22/24 - 07/26/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 | Register |
SLAM! BAM! POW!
Calling all Super Hero’s. Kids will create their own superhero identities and learn about the skills and qualities that make a hero. They will also participate in mock superhero missions and learn about real-life community heroes
Location:
Walnut Creek YMCA
Ages:
3-5 Years
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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1/29/24 | 6/28/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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06/24/24 - 06/28/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 |
Register Closes 06/17/2024 |
Stories and STEAM
If you give a child a story, then they will want to go on an adventure! This week we will be reading fun stories and doing exciting activities that relate to them. We will explore the world of dinosaurs, space, robots, and so much more!
Location:
Walnut Creek YMCA
Ages:
3-5 Years
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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1/1/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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06/17/24 - 06/21/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 |
Register Closes 06/24/2024 |
Summer in Color
Let’s -get artistic together! This week we will be looking at how colorful we can make our world through different art materials. We will use paint brushes, fly swatters, salad spinners, and so much more to make art fun, unique, and exciting.
Location:
Walnut Creek YMCA
Ages:
3-5 Years
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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1/1/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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06/10/24 - 06/14/24
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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$ 20.00 |
Register Closes 06/03/2024 |