The Boszhardt Family Teen Center features a supervised space for teens and pre-teens in grades 6-12. This space may be rented out on the weekends. The Teen Center is located off of the main lobby of the Madison Area YMCA Family Center, at 111 Kings Road.

The Boszhardt Family Teen Center features:

• Friendly, trained Teen Staff
• iMac computers
• Wii & Wii U
• Foosball

Admission to the Teen Center does not grant admission to the MADISON AREA YMCA facility. The Teen Center may close for special events.

The YMCA Teen Leaders Club is part of a national teen initiative to promote the Y's four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. The Teen Leader's Club helps develop a solid character in each individual and teaches responsibility to create a supportive community environment, inclusive of all people. Key areas of focus include: Leadership Development, Community Service, and Special Events.

• AGES: Grades 6-12
• WHEN: Thursday Nights, 4:15-5PM unless stated at a previous meeting
• WHERE: This year Teen Leaders will kick-off in the Teen Center on September 17
• FEES: No fee

Teens will discuss current events, plan and execute volunteer events in a safe manner and plan and execute a donation drive at the Madison Area YMCA, all while meeting new friends!

Providing area 7^th graders with a foundation for healthy living through fitness, nutrition and after school enrichment.

The 7th Grade Initiative is a program for teens in 7th grade that includes a FREE membership to the Madison Area YMCA. Teens must live or attend school in our service area and provide proof of enrollment in 7th grade for the 2026-2027 school year. Program includes use of the facility 7 days a week. A Fitness Center orientation, free or reduced rates for Teen Programs and other benefits!

HOW DO I REGISTER? 

• Registration must be completed in person with parent/guardian present. With their parent/guardian, 7th graders must complete a membership application and sign the 7th Grade Code of Conduct.

• Participants must show proof of residency/school attendance and PROOF THEY ARE IN 7th GRADE.

• To activate the membership, 7th graders must complete the Fitness Center Orientation and a tour of the facility. 

• Participants must attend one event a month.

• The membership runs from Now - June 30, 2027; you may register at any point during this period!

Please contact Associate Director Camp, Teen & Family Alexandria De La Cruz at 973-822-9622 x2229 for more information.

7th Grade FAQ

With more than 500 students from 26 different schools and branches of the YMCA, New Jersey Youth & Government is driven by its commitment to civic engagement. Each session, students come together to build and run their own legislative chambers, courts, lobby firms, response committees and press initiatives. Delegates gain and develop tools, perspectives and community to take initiative. Students are better able to understand and get involved in political and public affairs; communicate ideas and opinions; develop research, writing and presentation skills; and understand the value of student leadership. 

• AGES: Grades 6-10
• WHEN: Wednesday Nights, 5-6PM unless stated at a previous meeting
• WHERE: This year Youth and Government will kick-off in the Teen Center on September 11
• FEES: No fee

Register here.

Teens 12 years and older may participate in any FAMILY group exercise class. Please refer to our current Group Exercise Schedule for updated dates and times.