Parents’ Day and Night Out is designed to meet the needs of kids ages 6 weeks to 9 years. This program is open to both Y members and community.

Yes! The Y is committed to ensuring all families have access to quality and enriching youth programs. If the fee for this program presents a challenge for your family, financial assistance is available.

For Y members, your program assistance is already attached to your Y account and available upon registration. For community members, please drop by your local Y or call us at (206) 382-5022 to learn more. 
 

• Ages 6 weeks to 3 years: No more than 8 kids per two staff
• Ages 3 to 9 years: No more than 12 kids per staff

Kids will engage in:

• Rotations of theme-based STEM and arts projects
• Active play and group games
• Snacks or meals

Types of spaces Parents’ Day and Night Out will utilize:

• Kids Zone activity centers
• Indoor play structures and tumbling mats
• Outdoor playgrounds
• Gyms
• Community rooms

Options vary by age group and location.

• You may check in or out anytime.
• Structured activities and schedules are planned for each program so the longer your child is present, the more opportunity they will have to participate.
• Once you have checked your child out, you may not check them back in that same day.

Yes, however both the drop-off and pick-up parent or guardian must be on the child’s membership record in Traction Rec. 

In general, we do not allow outside toys, food, or drinks at Parents’ Day and Night Out.

The exception is bottles (breast milk or formula) for our youngest participants who are bottle feeding. Please label pre-mixed bottles of formula or breast milk and pack in a cooling container as we are unable to refrigerate.

Bringing a water bottle is okay but please label the bottle with your child’s name.

• Socks (may wear or bring with)
• Jacket (for the possibility of outdoor play)

• For our infant and toddler program, potty trained is not required. However, potty trained is required for the youth program. 
• Please provide diapers, pull-ups, or wipes for your child.
• If your child is in the process of potty training, please provide a change of clothes in case of accident.

Depending on time, either a small meal or hearty snack will be served. Some examples of these are:

• Small meal: sandwich, chips, and fruit or English muffin pizza and veggies
• Hearty snack: string cheese, chips & salsa, and fresh fruit or veggies

Please provide any allergy, dietary, or food-sensitivity information at registration.

To ensure the safety and well-being of all participants—and to maintain a respectful experience for all families and staff—the Y asks that children be picked up by the designated program closing time for Parents' Night Out and Parents' Day Out programs. 

A pick-up is considered late if it occurs more than 15 minutes after the program ends. Families will receive one warning before a late fee is charged. 

Late Fees: 

• 15 minutes or more late: $10 fee per child 
• 30 minutes or more late: $25 fee per child 

Fees must be paid before the child can return to the program. The account balance will reflect the fee and can be paid online or in-person with Member Services. 

If a parent/guardian is more than 30 minues late and we have not received communication from the parents, guardians, or emergency contacts, local authorities may be contacted to ensure the child's safety. 

Repeated late pick-ups (three or more) may result in a meeting with program leadership or dismissal from the program. Exceptions may be made for emergencies or unforeseen circumstances at the discretion of YMCA leadership. 

We understand that delays can happen—please contact us as soon as possible if you are running late to avoid fees and ensure proper care for your child. 

Thank you for helping us maintain a positive, safe experience for all Y families!