Teen Programs
The YMCA of Metro Denver offers programs for teens and young adults that helps strengthen their minds, bodies and our community.
Leaders in Training
Teens are empowered to build leadership skills as they work together to make our world a better place.
Youth in Government
Youth in Government empowers students by giving them the opportunity to learn about—and experience—government.
Y Service Teen Program
Empowering youth to be effective, responsible citizens through service learning
Youth Strength Training - Arvada Duncan
Youth Strength Training - Aurora
Girls with Impact
Creating the next generation of women change-makers, CEOs and entrepreneurs.
Upcoming Events and Conferences
Conference on National Affairs (CONA)
Conference on National Affairs (CONA) is one of the most unique, patriotic, and incredible experiences that you have the opportunity to experience. CONA goes beyond what state YIG programs can. You are able to meet people from all over the country who are passionate about what you are passionate about. You engage in rooms and debate with the future leaders of our country.
July 1-6th, 2023 Black Mountain, North Carolina YMCA YOUTH CONFERENCE ON NATIONAL AFFAIRS — This is the web home for the YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs (ymcacona.org) Cost $800 per delegate, includes accommodations, flight, most meals, conference fee and materials
National Judicial Competition (NJC)
The annual National Judicial Competitions (NJC) is for high school students to participate in the model judicial components (mock trial and appellate/moot court) of the YMCA YIG program. Each youth and government state programs select students from their state to compete in either the mock trial or appellate court competitions at NJC.
NJC (National Judicial Competition) First week of August, Minneapolis, Minnesota Cost $600 per delegate, includes accommodations, flight, some meals, conference fee and materials
2023 Colorado Youth in Government November 19-22, 2023