YMCA of Elkhart County

For Youth Development
For Healthy Living
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YMCA of Elkhart County

Wanke Youth Center


The Wanke Youth Center is a FREE community based program that offers a safe place for Elkhart adolescents and teens between the ages of 7 and 18. The main focus is to teach positive life values and the Y mission to our local youth.

The Wanke Youth Center is a structured environment offering mentoring, tutoring and homework help. The Wanke Education Center offers opportunities for computer work and quiet reading areas. The youth center is also equipped with pool tables, air hockey, ping pong, foosball, video games and board games.

 


Wanke Center Hours of Operation

 

Monday - Thursday

Friday

School Breaks & Summer

3:30 pm - 8:30 pm

3:30 pm - 8:00 pm

9:30 am - 4:30 pm




Activities

 

 

Arts & Crafts

Swimming

Movie night

Field trips

Fundraising

Exercise class

Video game Tourneys

Sports

Overnights

Talent shows

Community Services




Wanke programs at the YMCA of Elkhart County include:



Youth Leadership for Teens

Sports

Mentoring Youth/Teens

Exercise

The Y is committed to providing programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We make every effort to ensure that no one is turned away due to inability to pay.
Read more about our financial assistance.