Spring Programs

Our Spring season runs each year from mid-March to the end of the school year!

 
All of our programs, field trips and events are open only to YC Members (must be NA residents!)
 
Our Spring Programs list is available to view below. Please take the time to see if the programs fit into your schedule so that you know your child can commit to the program or trip before registering.

Online Registration for Spring Programs opened Tuesday 3/5 at 9am!

Our Online Registration can be found here! Programs will be listed in the portal closer to the registration date. If you don't have an account, when creating an online account, the parent/guardian should be the Account Holder, with the child/children as Account Members. If you are in need of financial assistance, have any issues with online registration or any questions about programs please contact Demi. Convenience fees will apply to online transactions. No refunds will be available. 
 
Click here for more information about Youth Center memberships. Middle schoolers can only drop-in to hang out at the Youth Center or participate in programs with the membership. 
 

Middle School Spring Programs 

 

In additional to the programs listed below, we also have daily drop-in activities for members everyday! Participate in Street Hockey, Kickball, tournaments in the Game Room, and so much more. The white board in the lobby has the daily list of activities, and they are announced over the intercom! Also, anyone looking for homework help after school, check in with our Support Services Coordinator, Bryanna!

Weight Room Mondays
Dates: Mondays 3/18 - 6/17 (exc. 4/15 & 5/27)
Time: 3:00-4:00pm
Cost: Free 
Start your week off right by getting your lift on! Exercise is not only beneficial to your body but also your mind. The Weight Room will be open as a drop-in from 3:00-4:00, no online registration is necessary. Must wear workout clothes and sneakers! This is a drop-in program for our middle school members ages 13 and up, who have Weight Room permission granted on their membership form!
 
Journaling
Dates: Mondays 3/18 - 4/8
Time: 3:00-3:45pm 
Cost: Free
Start your Monday off with a calm moment to set the tone for the week! Journaling helps keep the mind and body happy and calm by letting you express your thoughts and feelings. If you’re interested in having a relaxed safe space while you learn different ways to express yourself through journaling make sure to sign up! Open to 7 middle school members.
 
Trivia Tuesdays 
Dates: Tuesdays 3/19 - 4/30 (exc. 4/16)
Time: 3:00-3:30pm
Cost: Free
Trivia Tuesday is BACK! Join us for the free drop-in program where you can test your trivia knowledge on a variety of topics. Topics will be announced ahead of time on social media. Winners will be given prizes! This is a drop-in program for our middle school members; no registration required! 
 
Rock Wall
Dates: Fridays 3/22 - 6/14 (exc. 4/19)
Time: 3:15-4:30pm
Cost: Free 
The Rock Wall is back! Come join us on Fridays as we climb the Youth Center’s Rock Wall! This is a drop-in program for our middle school members; no registration required! 
 
Dance Club
Dates: Tuesdays 3/26 - 4/30 (Exc. 4/16)
Time: 3:00-4:00pm 
Cost: Free 
Are you a current dancer or new to the sport? If so, this dance class is for you! Join Nicole in this dance class where we will be learning basic techniques and combinations each week! Open to 6 middle school members.
 
Drawing Contests
Dates: Wednesdays 3/27, 4/24, 5/8, 5/22 & 6/5
Time: 2:30-3:00pm
Cost: Free 
Are you a talented artist or just like to draw for fun? Join us on early release Wednesdays for a free drop-in program where you can show off your creativity! Each contest will have a specific theme, and one winner will be selected weekly by the members of the Youth Center. Winners will receive a prize! This is a drop-in program for our middle school members; no registration required! 
 
Step Up - Sold Out!
Dates: Thursdays 4/11 - 5/16 (exc. 4/18)
Time: 2:45-4:45pm
Cost: Free
Are you interested in giving back to the North Andover Community? Join Nicole and other middle school girls in various community service opportunities this Spring! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center. Open to 12 middle school girls (members). 
 
Self-Care
Dates: Thursdays 4/25, 5/9, 5/23 & 6/6 
Time: 3:30-4:30pm 
Cost: $10.00 
Everyone deserves a little self-care in their lives! Treat yourself to a relaxing afternoon full of different crafts and activities focused on calming your body and mind. Self-care helps keep you healthy and new tips can always be put to good use!  Open to 10 middle school members.
 
Science Adventure 
Dates: Mondays 4/29 - 6/10 (Exc. 5/27)
Time: 3:00-3:45pm 
Cost: $15.00
Calling all scientists! Join us on Mondays to conduct super cool experiments and participate in other science and engineering challenges. Come experiment with us! Open to 15 middle school members.
 
Fishing - Sold Out!
Date: Wednesdays 5/1 - 5/22
Time: 3:00-4:15pm
Cost: $20.00
Come join us to go fishing at the awesome fishing spots around town! This program is great for experienced or novice fishing enthusiasts! You can bring your own gear or use ours! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center.  Open to 8 middle school members.
 
Mountain Biking 
Dates: Tuesdays 5/7 - 6/4
Time: 3:00-5:00pm
Cost: $20.00
Come explore the trails of North Andover and Harold Parker State forest on a guided bike adventure with Cam! You will gain light trail riding skills as we explore the awesome sights of nature! Bring your own bike and let's have some fun! Helmet is required. If you do not have a bike, please reach out to Cam at cwhite@nayouth.com prior to registering to see if we can accommodate! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center. Open to 7 middle school members. 
 
4v4 Street Hockey League
Dates: Tuesdays 5/7 - 6/4
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Cost: $25.00
Winter may be over, but that does not mean hockey has to be! Gear up and get ready because here at the YC we are starting our Street Hockey League - at night! 6 teams consisting of 4 players can battle over the 5 week program! Register as individuals but you can request teammates’ names in the registration, and we will do our best to accommodate! Sneakers and shorts/sweats should be worn. We will provide all the gear, but players can bring their own equipment as well. Open to 24 middle school members.
 

Middle School Spring Field Trips & Events

 
Cultural Celebrations - Women’s History Month 
Date: Wednesday 3/20
Time: 3:00-4:00pm 
Cost: Free (This program is sponsored by JNHYC, Inc.)
March is Women’s History month, and we are celebrating! Join us for a taste test of some famous snacks invented by women.  There will also be a scavenger hunt to learn about impactful women, and giant, life-size board games of Monopoly, Candyland, and Jenga. Did you know all of those games were created by women? Come celebrate with us! Open to 15 middle school members. 
 
Challenge Course at In the Game
Date: Thursday 3/28
Time: 3:00-5:30pm
Cost: $25.00
Winter can be a long season, let's start spring with a challenge! We are heading to In the Game in Danvers for some awesome Ropes Course fun! Climb three stories high as you walk a tightrope and try to keep your balance in their multi-level indoor ropes course! Are you up for the challenge? We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center. Open to 13 middle school members.
 
6th Grade Dance
Date: Friday 3/29
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
 
Laser Tag - Sold Out!
Date: Wednesday 4/3
Time: 3:00-5:15pm
Cost: $35.00
Let's play at the Xtreme Craze in Woburn! Their laser tag system incorporates traditional team formats but also next generation technology and includes game formats modeled after the Fortnite video game! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center. Open to 13 middle school members. 
 
Title Boxing 
Date: Thursday 4/4
Time: 3:15-4:30pm
Cost: $30.00
Come join us on this early release day as we head to Title Boxing! Get ready to break a sweat! We welcome boxers of all fitness levels and we’re in your corner to make your boxing experience easy and fun. We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center. Open to 13 middle school members.
 
Matthew Harty Mito Classic
Date: Wednesday 4/10
Time: Arrive by 2:15pm, Games start at 2:30pm
Cost: $28.00 (This is a donation to the Matthew Harty Camper Fund!)
The 11th Annual Matthew Harty Mito Classic is back at the YC this spring! This Street Hockey tournament raises awareness and funds for mitochondrial disease in memory of North Andover resident Matthew Harty, who lost his fight to the disease in 2013 at only 8 years old. Check out more information and register through MitoAction here! Registration is not available on our online portal, register through MitoAction.
 
Cultural Celebrations - Earth Day 
Date: Monday 4/22
Time: 3:00-4:00pm
Cost: Free (This program is sponsored by JNHYC, Inc.)
Celebrate Earth Day at the YC! Members will be able to learn about Earth Day and celebrate by designing their own flower pots! You will also have the opportunity to choose your own flower seeds to plant in your new flower pot, and take it home with you! Open to 15 middle school members. 
 
Cultural Celebrations - Cinco de Mayo 
Date: Friday 5/3 
Time: 3:00-4:00pm 
Cost: Free (This program is sponsored by JNHYC, Inc.)
Join us for a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration!  We will have some Cinco de Mayo themed snacks, create a traditional Papel Picado decoration, and play a fun Cinco de Mayo themed game! Open to 15 middle school members. 
 
Kayaking Trip 1 - Sold Out!
Date: Wednesday 5/29
Time: 3:00-5:00pm 
Cost: $10.00
Come Kayak with Cam and explore the different sights and sounds of Lake Cochichewick! We have 2 tandem Kayaks and 3 single kayaks! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center.  In order to accommodate the most people, please only register for 1 of the 2 Kayaking trips. Open to 7 middle school members. 
 
Canoeing Trip 1
Date: Thursday 5/30
Time: 3:00-5:15pm
Cost: $10.00
Get ready to take in the awesome sights the Merrimack Valley has to offer! Canoes are stable and easy to handle, which makes canoeing a perfect adventure for any experience level! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center.  In order to accommodate the most people, please only register for 1 of the 2 Canoeing trips. Open to 7 middle school members. 
 
Kayaking Trip 2 - Sold Out!
Date: Wednesday 6/5
Time: 3:00-5:00pm 
Cost: $10.00
Come Kayak with Cam and explore the different sights and sounds of Lake Cochichewick! We have 2 tandem Kayaks and 3 single kayaks! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center.  In order to accommodate the most people, please only register for 1 of the 2 Kayaking trips. Open to 7 middle school members. 
 
Stand-up Paddle Boarding Trip 1 - Sold Out!
Date: Thursday 6/6
Time: 3:00-4:30pm
Cost: $10.00
Come join us as we head out for Stand Up Paddle Boarding! We will be venturing out to one of the awesome lakes in our area! Please bring sunblock, water bottle, snack, lunch, towel, and a change of clothes. We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center. In order to accommodate the most people, please only register for 1 of the 2 Paddle Boarding trips. Open to 3 middle school members. 
 
Bubble Soccer 
Date: Tuesday 6/11
Time: 3:00-4:30pm
Cost: Free (This event is sponsored by JNHYC, Inc.)
Get ready for some fun with a 3 vs. 3 Bubble Soccer tournament! Sign up as an individual and we will make random teams the day of the tournament. Try to score goals for your team while wearing an inflatable Zorb ball! Can your team make it to the end and become the Bubble Soccer champions?! Open to 24 middle school members. 
 
Canoeing Trip 2
Date: Wednesday 6/12 
Time: 3:00-5:15pm
Cost: $10.00
Get ready to take in the awesome sights the Merrimack Valley has to offer! Canoes are stable and easy to handle, which makes canoeing a perfect adventure for any experience level! We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center. In order to accommodate the most people, please only register for 1 of the 2 Canoeing trips. Open to 7 middle school members. 
 
Stand-up Paddle Boarding Trip 2
Date: Thursday 6/13
Time: 3:00-4:30pm
Cost: $10.00
Come join us as we head out for Stand Up Paddle Boarding! We will be venturing out to one of the awesome lakes in our area! Please bring sunblock, water bottle, snack, lunch, towel, and a change of clothes. We will be using our Youth Center bus for transportation, leaving from and returning to the Youth Center.  In order to accommodate the most people, please only register for 1 of the 2 Paddle Boarding trips. Open to 3 middle school members. 
 

Elementary School Programs

 
5th Grade Saturday Program
Dates: Saturday 10/14 - 5/18
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: $5.00 cash drop-in fee each Saturday your child attends! Please bring exact change. 
The 5th Grade Saturday program is a chance for 5th graders to see what the Youth Center is all about for a few hours on Saturday afternoons! 5th Graders get to hang out and participate in activities inside and outside the Youth Center, from Ultimate Cricket, to Dance, to Gaga Ball. The program is ONLY OPEN to 5th Grade North Andover Residents. The Google Form signup link is available HERE!