Inspiring Activities & World-Class Facilities
for Young Learners
Enrich your students’ learning beyond the classroom with the exceptional facilities and programmes at the YMCA Community & Activity Village in Newark and in your school.
Outdoor Fitness Space
Inspiring Confidence Through Sports & Creativity
Our state-of-the-art venue offers a diverse range of activities designed to build confidence, develop new skills, and encourage a lifelong love of movement, creativity, and teamwork. Whether through sport, the arts, or outdoor adventure, the YMCA provides an inclusive and engaging environment where every child can thrive.
In addition to on-site experiences, we also offer on-site programmes and activities directly at your school, bringing our enriching opportunities straight to your students.
Teachers are invited to explore the many opportunities available and see how these activities can complement school learning, support wellbeing, and encourage students to reach their full potential.
Get Your YMCA School Engagement Pack
Fill out the form, and we’ll send you an electronic information pack to share with parents and students.
YMCA Youth Membership (11-17 years)
PAYG Available
Give young people access to exciting activities, including:
- Strength & Conditioning gym
- Cooking workshops
- DJing & Music Production
- Biking: Community Trail, Learn to Ride, and Pump Tracks
- Climbing: top rope & bouldering
- Street Dance
- Multi-Sports – basketball, dodgeball, netball, archery & pickleball
- Football: 3G all-weather pitches
- Art: painting, clay pots, graffiti art
- Base Room, A space to hang out, play games,socialise or do homework
Camp Williams – School Holiday Camp
(Ages 4-15)*
An exciting holiday programme with convenient drop-off from 8 am and pick-up until 6 pm, ideal for working parents.
- Sports: Football, basketball & more
- Outdoor adventures & nature walks
- Creative arts & drama
- Supervised swimming
- Team-building games & camp songs
- Skill clinics for learning new activities
Climbing Centre & Clip ‘n Climb
Offers a variety of climbing experiences for all ages and abilities. Features include bouldering areas, a 15-meter-high roped climbing wall, an Olympic-standard speed wall, and a Clip ‘n Climb section with 15 dynamic climbing challenges, perfect for beginners and young adventurers.
Open climbing sessions and structured programmes available for individuals and school class groups:
- National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme (NICAS) cater to ages 8-18, a structured pathway up to Level 5.
- WILD Climbers are tailored for children aged 5-7.
- Clip ‘n Climb fun introduction to climbing, ideal for younger students.
Y-Kids (5-10 years) – PAYG Available
Coming Soon!
A brand-new programme designed for younger children, offering structured sessions that encourage skill-building, creativity, and active play.
Athletics Track & Sports Days
A fully equipped track and field facility, perfect for hosting school sports days.
Education Rooms at the YMCA Village
Our state-of-the-art education rooms at the YMCA Community & Activity Village in Newark are available for hire. Equipped with smart TVs, these spaces are ideal for interactive presentations and engaging learning sessions.
YMCA Scholarship Programme
No child should miss out on the chance to grow, learn, and have fun. The YMCA Scholarship Programme provides financial assistance to help children access Camp Williams and Youth Villager Memberships, ensuring every young person can experience adventure, learning, and friendship.