ymca of snohomish county
Teen Leadership
Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow
Build confidence, discover purpose, and make a real difference in your community.
Teen Leadership
Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow
Build confidence, discover purpose, and make a real difference in your community.
Teen Leadership
Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow
Build confidence, discover purpose, and make a real difference in your community.
Teen Leadership Programs
Ways to
Lead & Grow
At the Y
Through programs like Leaders Club, Youth and Government, and our Leadership Academy, we prepare teens to lead with confidence and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
Teen Leadership Programs
We Help Family
Time
Matter
Through programs like Leaders Club, Youth and Government, and our Leadership Academy, we prepare teens to lead with confidence and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
overview
overview
Welcome To Teen Leadership at the Y!
Welcome To Teen Leadership at the Y!
Our Teen Leadership programs are dedicated to igniting the potential of young individuals through career-connected learning, academic achievement, and a youth-led ethos. With a focus on inclusivity and mentorship, we cultivate tomorrow's leaders by creating a welcoming environment where every teen feels empowered to collaborate, innovate, and shine.
Our Teen Leadership programs are dedicated to igniting the potential of young individuals through career-connected learning, academic achievement, and a youth-led ethos. With a focus on inclusivity and mentorship, we cultivate tomorrow's leaders by creating a welcoming environment where every teen feels empowered to collaborate, innovate, and shine.
Get Started!
Getting started is easy! Explore our teen leadership programs online or stop by the Y to talk to a staff member - we'll help you find the perfect fit, whether that's Leaders Club, Youth and Government, or our Leadership Academy.
Get Started!
Getting started is easy! Explore our teen leadership programs online or stop by the Y to talk to a staff member - we'll help you find the perfect fit, whether that's Leaders Club, Youth and Government, or our Leadership Academy.
A Place To Succeed
The Y is more than a place to work out - it's where teens find their voice, develop real-world skills, and step up as leaders in their community.
A Place To Succeed
The Y is more than a place to work out - it's where teens find their voice, develop real-world skills, and step up as leaders in their community.
Program Details
Paths to
Growing
As a Leader
Each program offers something different. Find the one that fits where you are right now.
Program Details
Paths to
Growing
As a Leader
Each program offers something different. Find the one that fits where you are right now.
youth & government
Be part of the solution! Youth and Government is a program that brings students (ages 13-18) together to discuss current events and issues important to them and their community, while building their public speaking, leadership, and debate skills.
Civil discussion and civic engagement are more important today than ever before. At the Y, students from every background have a safe place to learn and engage.
Students are invited to participate in club meetings until December before registration and fees are due.
There is an additional Annual State Conference Fee of $410 – (covers hotel, food, & transportation)
youth & government
Be part of the solution! Youth and Government is a program that brings students (ages 13-18) together to discuss current events and issues important to them and their community, while building their public speaking, leadership, and debate skills.
Civil discussion and civic engagement are more important today than ever before. At the Y, students from every background have a safe place to learn and engage.
Students are invited to participate in club meetings until December before registration and fees are due.
There is an additional Annual State Conference Fee of $410 – (covers hotel, food, & transportation)
youth & government
Be part of the solution! Youth and Government is a program that brings students (ages 13-18) together to discuss current events and issues important to them and their community, while building their public speaking, leadership, and debate skills.
Civil discussion and civic engagement are more important today than ever before. At the Y, students from every background have a safe place to learn and engage.
Students are invited to participate in club meetings until December before registration and fees are due.
There is an additional Annual State Conference Fee of $410 – (covers hotel, food, & transportation)
Leaders Club
Make a difference through YMCA Leaders Club, a leadership development community service program that helps teens discover their full potential. It is a safe place where teens can come and simply be themselves.
Leaders Club is a year-long leadership-development program for middle and high school teens. This program provides teens with extensive leadership training and volunteer opportunities that support YMCA programs and services to the community.
Leaders Club
Make a difference through YMCA Leaders Club, a leadership development community service program that helps teens discover their full potential. It is a safe place where teens can come and simply be themselves.
Leaders Club is a year-long leadership-development program for middle and high school teens. This program provides teens with extensive leadership training and volunteer opportunities that support YMCA programs and services to the community.
Leaders Club
Make a difference through YMCA Leaders Club, a leadership development community service program that helps teens discover their full potential. It is a safe place where teens can come and simply be themselves.
Leaders Club is a year-long leadership-development program for middle and high school teens. This program provides teens with extensive leadership training and volunteer opportunities that support YMCA programs and services to the community.
My Achievers Program
My Achievers Program was built with the vision to motivate and support students of color and immigrant students to achieve higher education and career goals.
We aim to encourage students to demonstrate progress and improve academically, help them meet high school requirements and graduate with the possibility to enroll in higher education.
MAP works toward exposing students to diverse career options while providing them with role models whose success and knowledge will motivate them to reach their goals. Lastly, MAP helps engage students to connect with their community in a positive way through volunteering or service back to others.
*All students are welcome.
My Achievers Program
My Achievers Program was built with the vision to motivate and support students of color and immigrant students to achieve higher education and career goals.
We aim to encourage students to demonstrate progress and improve academically, help them meet high school requirements and graduate with the possibility to enroll in higher education.
MAP works toward exposing students to diverse career options while providing them with role models whose success and knowledge will motivate them to reach their goals. Lastly, MAP helps engage students to connect with their community in a positive way through volunteering or service back to others.
*All students are welcome.
My Achievers Program
My Achievers Program was built with the vision to motivate and support students of color and immigrant students to achieve higher education and career goals.
We aim to encourage students to demonstrate progress and improve academically, help them meet high school requirements and graduate with the possibility to enroll in higher education.
MAP works toward exposing students to diverse career options while providing them with role models whose success and knowledge will motivate them to reach their goals. Lastly, MAP helps engage students to connect with their community in a positive way through volunteering or service back to others.
*All students are welcome.
Mock Trial
Mock Trial is a competition where teens work with legal professionals in their community to develop an understanding of real life case law and the role of the court system in a democratic society.
Teens in the YMCA Mock Trial program acquire the leadership, team building and public speaking skills that lead to the development of active and engaged citizenship. They develop a feel for the meaning of justice as they learn to sift truths from untruths and how to evaluate both sides of an issue before making a decision.
Mock Trial provides an opportunity for students to participate in a competitive, high drama courtroom showdown between teams from around the state.
Mock Trial
Mock Trial is a competition where teens work with legal professionals in their community to develop an understanding of real life case law and the role of the court system in a democratic society.
Teens in the YMCA Mock Trial program acquire the leadership, team building and public speaking skills that lead to the development of active and engaged citizenship. They develop a feel for the meaning of justice as they learn to sift truths from untruths and how to evaluate both sides of an issue before making a decision.
Mock Trial provides an opportunity for students to participate in a competitive, high drama courtroom showdown between teams from around the state.
Mock Trial
Mock Trial is a competition where teens work with legal professionals in their community to develop an understanding of real life case law and the role of the court system in a democratic society.
Teens in the YMCA Mock Trial program acquire the leadership, team building and public speaking skills that lead to the development of active and engaged citizenship. They develop a feel for the meaning of justice as they learn to sift truths from untruths and how to evaluate both sides of an issue before making a decision.
Mock Trial provides an opportunity for students to participate in a competitive, high drama courtroom showdown between teams from around the state.
Leadership Academy
The YMCA Leadership Academy is a dynamic program for young leaders ages 15–19, offering workshops, mentorship, and hands-on experiences to build essential skills in teamwork, communication, and social responsibility. Participants learn to lead with integrity and inclusivity, leaving the program with a deep sense of purpose and the tools to create lasting change in their schools and communities.
Upon completing the Academy, graduates can continue their journey through two specialized career pathways.
The Lifeguard Pathway provides the training and certification needed to become a YMCA lifeguard, building water safety, emergency response, and leadership skills both in and out of the pool.
The Sports Referee & Youth Worker Pathway prepares graduates to officiate games and mentor young athletes, with training in sports officiating, conflict resolution, and positive youth development.
Both pathways are designed to launch teens into meaningful roles where they can make a real difference.
Leadership Academy
The YMCA Leadership Academy is a dynamic program for young leaders ages 15–19, offering workshops, mentorship, and hands-on experiences to build essential skills in teamwork, communication, and social responsibility. Participants learn to lead with integrity and inclusivity, leaving the program with a deep sense of purpose and the tools to create lasting change in their schools and communities.
Upon completing the Academy, graduates can continue their journey through two specialized career pathways.
The Lifeguard Pathway provides the training and certification needed to become a YMCA lifeguard, building water safety, emergency response, and leadership skills both in and out of the pool.
The Sports Referee & Youth Worker Pathway prepares graduates to officiate games and mentor young athletes, with training in sports officiating, conflict resolution, and positive youth development.
Both pathways are designed to launch teens into meaningful roles where they can make a real difference.
Leadership Academy
The YMCA Leadership Academy is a dynamic program for young leaders ages 15–19, offering workshops, mentorship, and hands-on experiences to build essential skills in teamwork, communication, and social responsibility. Participants learn to lead with integrity and inclusivity, leaving the program with a deep sense of purpose and the tools to create lasting change in their schools and communities.
Upon completing the Academy, graduates can continue their journey through two specialized career pathways.
The Lifeguard Pathway provides the training and certification needed to become a YMCA lifeguard, building water safety, emergency response, and leadership skills both in and out of the pool.
The Sports Referee & Youth Worker Pathway prepares graduates to officiate games and mentor young athletes, with training in sports officiating, conflict resolution, and positive youth development.
Both pathways are designed to launch teens into meaningful roles where they can make a real difference.
Process
Process
How Our programs work
How Our programs work
We keep things simple so you can focus on growing. Start with an application, then join regular meetings where real learning happens. You'll take on service projects, attend workshops, and work with mentors who believe in you.
We keep things simple so you can focus on growing. Start with an application, then join regular meetings where real learning happens. You'll take on service projects, attend workshops, and work with mentors who believe in you.
Apply Online
Submit your application through our website or visit your nearest YMCA location.
Attend Meetings
Show up regularly to connect with peers and develop your leadership foundation.
Lead Projects
Take charge of service initiatives that make a real difference in Snohomish County.
Grow With Mentors
Work one-on-one with experienced leaders who guide your development and challenge your thinking.
Impact
Teen Leadership
At Work
In the community
These numbers represent real teens making real change. Our programs don't just talk about leadership - they create it.
Impact
We Help Family
Time
Matter
These numbers represent real teens making real change. Our programs don't just talk about leadership - they create it.
50k+
50k+
24k
children learn to swim every year
24k
children learn to swim every year
$5.6m
$5.6m
125
125
doing work for a better us
FAQs
Common
Questions
Everything you need to know about Teen Leadership at the YMCA
FAQs
Common
Questions
Everything you need to know about Teen Leadership at the YMCA
What age groups do teen leadership programs serve?
Ages 11-18.
Is there a fee associated with participating in teen Leadership programs?
What skills and qaulities do Youth Leadership programs aim to develop?
Can parents or guardians get involved in or support Teen Leadership?
are there any scholarships available?
ready to Lead?
Your next chapter starts here. Apply now or attend an info session to learn more.
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The YMCA of Snohomish County is a 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-exempt FIN: 91-0565561
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The YMCA of Snohomish County is a 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-exempt FIN: 91-0565561