Youth Enrichment
Enrichment programs at the Y help participants grow and explore through active learning opportunities designed to engage and inspire!
Art (Ages 5-7) - Spring
This Class is for Kinders and 1st Graders. Class will be held at Montecito Union School. Have fun exploring the elements of art through a variety of techniques and media. Each week students will create something new as they practice creative thinking and self-expression.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/22/25 | 5/29/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 205.00 | $ 260.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/10/25 - 05/29/25
Th - 2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
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8 / 10 Available | Register |
Art (Ages 8-12) - Spring
This Class is for 2nd – 6th Graders. Class will be held at Montecito Union School. Have fun exploring the elements of art through a variety of techniques and media. Each week students will create something new as they practice creative thinking and self-expression.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/22/25 | 5/29/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 205.00 | $ 260.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/10/25 - 05/29/25
Th - 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm
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12 / 12 Available | Register |
Checkers & Chess (ages 6-10) - Spring
Chess (Ages 5-7) - Spring
This class is for Kinders and 1st Graders. Class will be held at Montecito Union School.
Come learn how to play chess. This class will teach you the basics of chess and also improve their chess playing skills. Teaching opening moves, strategies to gain an advantage, and traps to outsmart your opponent.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/22/25 | 5/27/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 205.00 | $ 260.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/08/25 - 05/27/25
Tu - 2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
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10 / 12 Available | Register |
Chess (Ages 8-12) - Spring
“This Class is for 2nd – 6th graders. Class will be held at Montecito Union School.
Come learn how to play chess. This class will teach you the basics of chess and also improve their chess playing skills. Teaching opening moves, strategies to gain an advantage, and traps to outsmart your opponent.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/22/25 | 5/27/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 205.00 | $ 260.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/08/25 - 05/27/25
Tu - 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
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12 / 12 Available | Register |
Drama/Musical Theater (Ages 5-10) - Spring
In Drama/ Musical Theater at the Y, it is our goal for every child to find joy expressing themselves and honing their skills in performing arts. In this beginner level program, all participants will have the opportunity to shine!
Creative improv exercises, acting practice, vocal drills, and theater dance choreography are all incorporated into this exciting program.
By the end of the session, a small production will be performed by the students. Active attendance is mandatory throughout the session to ensure that children fulfil their given role.
*** Ventura YMCA Spring Performance Arts Recital will be held for all Dance and Musical Theater participants on Tuesday, June 3rd!
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Open Registration | 2/28/25 | 5/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | $ 180.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/08/25 - 06/03/25
Tu - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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9 / 10 Available | Register |
Drama/Musical Theater (Ages 11-14) - Spring
In Drama/ Musical Theater at the Y, it is our goal for every child to find joy expressing themselves and honing their skills in performing arts. In this beginner level program, all participants will have the opportunity to shine!
Creative improv exercises, acting practice, vocal drills, and theater dance choreography are all incorporated into this exciting program.
By the end of the session, a small production will be performed by the students. Active attendance is mandatory throughout the session to ensure that children fulfil their given role.
*** Ventura YMCA Spring Performance Arts Recital will be held for all Dance and Musical Theater participants on Tuesday, June 3rd!
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Open Registration | 2/26/25 | 5/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | $ 180.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/08/25 - 06/09/25
Tu - 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
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9 / 10 Available | Register |
Inclusive Cooking Class (Ages 5-12) - Spring
Want to be a home chef?
This INCLUSIVE cooking class is a great introduction to home cooking techniques. Run by former Cold Steel Chef, Linda Crockett, we will learn knife skills, food safety, kitchen safety, etiquette, and how to cook different types of meals, including side dishes.
This class is designed for both kids with special needs as well as neurotypical kids.
Parent participation is required.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Open Registration | 2/26/25 | 5/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | $ 240.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/10/25 - 05/29/25
Th - 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm
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9 / 12 Available | Register |
Inclusive Cooking Class (Ages 5-12) - Summer
Want to be a home chef?
This INCLUSIVE cooking class is a great introduction to home cooking techniques. Run by former Cold Steel Chef, Linda Crockett, we will learn knife skills, food safety, kitchen safety, etiquette, and how to cook different types of meals, including side dishes.
This class is designed for both kids with special needs as well as neurotypical kids.
Parent participation is required.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Priority Registration | 4/26/25 | 4/29/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 120.00 | - |
Open Registration | 4/30/25 | 8/2/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 120.00 | $ 200.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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06/26/25 - 07/31/25
Th - 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm
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10 / 10 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/26/25 |
Inclusive Cooking Class (Ages 13-17) - Spring
Want to be a home chef?
This INCLUSIVE cooking class is a great introduction to home cooking techniques. Run by former Cold Steel Chef, Linda Crockett, we will learn knife skills, food safety, kitchen safety, etiquette, and how to cook different types of meals, including side dishes.
This class is designed for both kids with special needs as well as neurotypical kids.
Parent participation is required.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Open Registration | 2/28/25 | 5/27/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | $ 240.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/08/25 - 05/27/25
Tu - 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm
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5 / 12 Available | Register |
Inclusive Cooking Class (Ages 13-17) - Summer
Want to be a home chef?
This INCLUSIVE cooking class is a great introduction to home cooking techniques. Run by former Cold Steel Chef, Linda Crockett, we will learn knife skills, food safety, kitchen safety, etiquette, and how to cook different types of meals, including side dishes.
This class is designed for both kids with special needs as well as neurotypical kids.
Parent participation is required.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Priority Registration | 4/26/25 | 4/29/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 120.00 | - |
Open Registration | 4/30/25 | 8/2/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 120.00 | $ 200.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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06/23/25 - 07/28/25
Mo - 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm
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10 / 10 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/26/25 |
Sports of All Sorts (Ages 5-7) - Spring
This Class is for Kinders and 1st Graders. Class will be held at Montecito Union School. Each week students will participate in a different sport. The sports played will be soccer, tennis, basketball, Flag Football, and field games. This is a great way to introduce kids to a new sport and also further develop their skills.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/22/25 | 5/28/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 205.00 | $ 260.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/09/25 - 05/28/25
We - 2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
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6 / 8 Available | Register |
Sports of All Sorts (Ages 8-12) - Spring
This Class is for 2nd – 6th Graders. Class will be held at Montecito Union School. Each week students will participate in a different sport. The sports played will be soccer, tennis, basketball, Flag Football, and field games. This is a great way to introduce kids to a new sport and also further develop their skills.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/22/25 | 5/28/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 205.00 | $ 260.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/09/25 - 05/28/25
We - 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
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10 / 10 Available | Register |