Youth Development / Get Summer

Make the Most of
Summer Break

Our Get Summer program gives teens a free Y membership and the freedom to move, connect, and explore all summer long—with fitness and arts classes, group field trips, job training, and more!

What to Expect

Teens get full access to our teen centers—including computers, free WiFi, games, and gaming systems—plus all the benefits that come with a Y membership, like pools, courts, and fitness equipment.

Here are some of the activities and perks teen members enjoy:

  • Job Training: IBM SkillsBuild helps teens boost their resumes with job preparation and real-world skills.
  • Fitness: Whether they’re joining virtual fitness classes, shooting hoops, or diving into the pool—teens get to have fun and stay active.
  • Meetups and Events: Teens make lifelong friends in our Teen Centers, have a blast at Teen Nights, and enjoy special events made just for them!
  • Community: From volunteer work to leading community projects, teens learn how to organize and make an impact through hand-on experience.
  • Outdoors: With group hikes, picnics, local adventures, and outdoor meetups, teens soak up sun with friends all summer.
  • Creativity: Teens express themselves and explore new passions with classes in music, art, writing, photography, or more.

Programs vary across our centers. Check with your local teen director to see what’s happening at your Y.

Here’s how to activate your free teen membership:

  • As a parent/legal guardian, visit your local Y with your teen.
  • Fill out a membership form and sign a waiver.
  • Make sure your teen is photo-ready! We’ll take their picture for their member ID.

Want the fine print? Check out our full policies in our Membership Handbook

Ready to Join?

Who Can Join

Get Summer is open to all teens ages 12-18. Teens who are 18 must be current high school students to qualify.

Pricing

Get Summer is totally free!

Where You’ll Be

Teens can join Get Summer at Y centers across LA. Contact your local Y to learn more.