Maker Programs | YMCA of the Chippewa Valley

YOUTH
PROGRAMS

Let's MAKE & CREATE! The Eau Claire Downtown YMCA offers youth programs for kids who like to learn, build, and create.

Registration Information:

Summer 2: NOW OPEN for Members and Non-Members

Fall 1: Members: July 1 | Non-Members: July 15

Fall 2: Members: July 1 | Non-Members: July 15

Picasso Prodigies | For ages 6-10 years

Does your child love art? Look no further. In this fun-filled art class your child will learn fun new ways to be creative and enjoy letting their self-expression loose. Art is a great way to decrease stress, increase creativity, relax, increase self-esteem, and express emotions. This art class will be geared toward 6–10-year-olds who love creating new things.

SUMMER 2: Wednesdays, July 24-August 21
- REGISTER HERE
TIME: 10:30-11:30 AM
LOCATION: EC Downtown YMCA
YMCA MEMBERS: $38 | NON-MEMBERS: $54

Messy Crafts | For ages 1-5 years

Get ready for a blast of creativity! Our messy crafts program lets kids dive into all sorts of materials to make some unique and imaginative one-of-a-kind art. It's all about having fun and getting a little messy along the way.

FALL 1: Mondays, Sept 9-Oct 14
- REGISTER HERE
FALL 2: Mondays, Oct 21-Dec 2
- REGISTER HERE
TIME: 5:30-6:20 PM
LOCATION: EC Downtown YMCA
YMCA MEMBERS: $56 | NON-MEMBERS: $84

Music & Movement | For ages 1-5 years

Songs, Rhythmic Rhymes, Movement, and some instrument play. These activities are presented as informal, non-performance-oriented musical experiences. Developmentally appropriate for children and easy for parents and caregivers regardless of their own musical abilities. Caregivers are required to attend this class with their child.

Fall 1: Thursdays, September 12-October 17
- REGISTER HERE
Fall 2: Thursdays, October 24-December 5
- No Class November 28
- REGISTER HERE
TIME: 12:00-12:45 PM
LOCATION: Eau Claire Downtown YMCA | Conference Room
YMCA MEMBERS: $45 | NON-MEMBERS: $67

Intro to Spanish - Music & Movement

For ages 1-5 years

Do you want your child to start learning some basics of Spanish? What better way with songs, rhythmic rhymes, movement, dance and instrument play? These activities are presented as informal, non-performance oriented musical experiences that are developmentally appropriate for children and easy for parents and caregivers regardless of their own musical abilities. Come experience how learning Spanish can benefit your child! Join us for this FUN & BRAND NEW class!

Check back for upcoming classes!
LOCATION: YMCA Sports Center | Conference Room
YMCA MEMBERS: $45 | NON-MEMBERS: $65

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Messy Makers | For ages 1-5 years

Sensory stimulation at its finest. Creating art by squeezing sponges, manipulating finger paint, and more! This preschool class is for a parent and child to play together while learning. Take some time with your little one and create a masterpiece for you to treasure. Caregivers are required to attend this class with their child.

SUMMER 1: Wednesdays, June 12-July 17 (no class 7/3)
- 9:00-9:45 AM | REGISTRATION CLOSED
SUMMER 1: Wednesdays, June 12-July 17 (no class 7/3)
- 10:12-11:00 AM | REGISTRATION CLOSED
SUMMER 2: Wednesdays, July 24-August 21
- 9:00-9:45 AM | REGISTER HERE
LOCATION: EC Downtown YMCA
YMCA MEMBERS: $38 | NON-MEMBERS: $54

Slimetastic | For ages 5-10 years

Come learn about different types of slime and how to make each of them! Make, take, and have fun!

FALL 2: Tuesdays, October 22-December 10
- No Class November 26
- REGISTER HERE
TIME: 6:00-6:50 PM
LOCATION: Eau Claire Downtown YMCA | Child Watch
YMCA MEMBERS: $56 | NON-MEMBERS: $84

Lego Makers | For ages 7-10 years

Participants will enjoy games with Legos in this fun adventure class. Just like in the show, participants will be asked to recreate items from just photos and Lego blocks. The next week they may enjoy racing to see who can build the same kit the fastest. You never know what wacky tasks our creative teachers will come up with next!

FALL 1: Tuesdays, September 10-October 15
- REGISTER HERE
TIME: 6:00-6:50 PM
LOCATION: Eau Claire Downtown YMCA | Conference Room
YMCA MEMBERS: $56 | NON-MEMBERS: $84

Science Makers | For ages 6-10 years

Using nature and the magic of science, children will learn about the world around them and how it works. pH levels, chemical reactions, and so much more messy science will be explored week by week.

SUMMER 2: Mondays, July 22-August 19
- REGISTER HERE
TIME: 5:30-6:20 PM
LOCATION: EC Downtown YMCA
YMCA MEMBERS: $47 | NON-MEMBERS: $70