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Youth Programs

Our Preschool and Youth Programs are designed to provide children with opportunities to develop new skills, engage in enrichment programs and activities, build positive relationships with their peers, and embark on creative adventures. We offer a wide variety of programs from Before and After Care clubs to day camps, and more.
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Preschool 2026-2027 School Year (Ages 2-4)

Preschool program is a half-day program from 9:00 am-11:45 am for children ages 2-4. (classrooms open at 8:55 am)

Our preschool program offers a comprehensive approach to early childhood education designed to foster movement, play, socialization, and age-appropriate development in a fun and engaging environment.

With a curriculum that integrates science, math, literacy, art, and music, our young learners are exposed to a diverse range of enriching activities that take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities including aquatics, ice skating rinks, gymnasiums, and outdoor spaces.

Through these experiences, we aim to enhance each student’s physical abilities, laying a strong foundation for their future academic success.

School Year: 

  • Members: $295/month
  • Non-members: $385/month

Afternoon Pre-School Only:  3s & 4s

Days: Tuesday – Thursday 

Time: 12:15pm – 2:15pm 

Rates: 

  • Members: $180/month
  • Non-members: $230/ month

Registration Packets are available at the Front Desk and Marketing Table.

Up-to-date physical and immunization records due at time of registration. No exceptions.

Financial Assistance is Available

Questions contact Program Director Sheila Card at scard@skancc.com

The Skaneateles Community Center Before and After School Care is a dynamic childcare program that is licensed through the Office of Children and Families Services, serving children enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade.

The program is designed to provide the children with opportunities to participate in physical activities including swimming, ice skating, gymnasium time, and more. Enrichment art activities, group games, and free play are offered throughout the program.

The afternoon is filled with activities including homework time, snack, free play and indoor/outdoor activities.

Before School Only: 

  • Members: $266 1st child &, $256 2nd child /month
  • Non-members: $345 1st child &, $335 2nd child/ month

After School Only: 

  • Members: $300 1st child &, $290 2nd child /month
  • Non-members: $360 1st child &, $350 2nd child/ month

Before & After School: 

  • Members: $337 1st child &, $427 2nd child /month
  • Non-members: $547 1st child &, $537 2nd child/ month

 

Registration Packets are available at the Front Desk and Marketing Table.

Up-to-date physical and immunization records due at time of registration. No exceptions.

Financial Assistance is Available

Questions? Please contact Sheila Card at Scard@skancc.com or 315-685-2266.

Kids Night Out

Parents, enjoy an evening to yourselves while we take care of the fun! Kids Night Out is packed with exciting activities where children can stay active, make new friends, and more!

Activités Include: 

  • Gym activities and games
  • Glow & Skate
  • Water play 
  • & More! 

Fall Dates: 

  • Friday, September 25 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
  • Friday, October 23 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm 

Pricing: 

  • Members: $10
  • Non-Members: $25

Interested Sign up below or contact Josh Card at Jcard@skancc.com

Half Days 2026 – 2027 School Year

Spend your half day at Skaneateles Community Center enjoying an action packed day of recreation, games, and fun! Participants will rotate through a variety of activities in the gym, on the ice, outdoors, and in the classroom, making for an exciting and active experience from start to finish.

 

HALF DAY: Program Details

Dates: October, 29th & 30th 

Time: 11:30am – 6:00pm

Rate:

  • Members: $50 Per Day 
  • Non-Members: $75 Per Day 

Regestration Dates: 

Registration Closes: October 22nd 

SCHOOLS OUT: Program Details

Dates: October, 12th

Time: 7:00am – 4:00pm

Rate:

  • Members: $60 Per Day 
  • Non-Members: $80 Per Day

Registration closes October 5th

Note: 

Please bring a packed lunch, an afternoon snack, and both skate and swim gear so you’re ready for every activity.

Advance registration is required for all participants, and refunds cannot be provided for cancellations after registration.

Questions  & Sign Up contact Program Director Sheila Card at scard@skancc.com

Come play in the gymnasium with Little Sneakers Movement Class! This program is designed for children & caregivers.  Your instructor will be Ms. Tessa, a Skaneateles Community Center staff member and longtime YMCA Terrific Two’s instructor. Ms. Tessa is also a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, bringing a fun and supportive movement based approach to each class.

Time:Mondays 9:15am –10:00am 

6 Week Sessions:

  • Session 1: October 5th –November 9th (Registration Closes: September 28th) 
  • Session 2: November 16th –December 21st 
  • Session 3: January 4th – February 8th (No class Feb. 15)
  • Feb. 22: Bring a friend free class
  • Session 4: March 1st –April 5th 

Cost:

  • Members: $30 / 6-week session
  • Non-Members: $55 / 6-week session

Free member trial classes: Monday, September 21st & Monday, September 28th

Questions  & Sign Up contact Program Director Sheila Card at scard@skancc.com

Sign Up Here

Learn to Skate

Whether you’re stepping onto the ice for the very first time or looking to build confidence and improve your skating skills, Learn to Skate is the perfect program for skaters of all ages and abilities. Our experienced instructors provide a fun, safe, and supportive environment! 

 

Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm 

Rate: 

  • Member: $75
  • Non-Member: $115

 

Session Dates

Session 1

  • Thursdays October 1st – 29th 

Session 2

  • Thursdays November 5th – 19th 
  • Thursdays December 3rd – 17th 

No lesson on Thanksgiving week

Session 3

  • Thursdays January 7th – 28th 
  • Thursdays February 4th – 11th 

Session 4

  • Thursdays February 18th – 25th
  • Thursdays March 4th – 25th

Session 5

  • Thursdays April 1st – 29th 
  • Thursday May 6th 

Session 6

  • Thursdays May 13th – 7th
  • Thursdays June 3rd – 17th 

For questions Contact Program Director

Sheila Card at Scard@skancc.com

Gingerbread Builds Our Back!

Bring your Halloween gingerbread house to life!!

With handmade gingerbread pieces and candy decorations included. Made by SkanCake Lady you’ll have everything you need to design your very own haunted masterpiece.

Join us at the center or pick up your at home kit that day!

HALLOWEEN BUILD: 

Purchase by October 25th

Pick Up: 10:00am Saturday, October 31st

In House Build: Saturday, October 31st 10:00am – 11:30am

 

HOLIDAY BUILD: 

Purchase by December 6th 

Pick Up: 10:00am Saturday, December 12th

In House Build: Saturday ,December 12th 10:00am – 11:30am

Please reach our to Program Director Sheila Card for more information & questions

Orders will be placed through Venmo @dinasakal

Summer Camps are Back! 

Each week features a fun, themed camp experience with activities including swimming, indoor and outdoor play, art, science, sensory exploration, and STEM. Campers will participate in both small and large group activities.

School Age Camps: 

Dates: June 29 – September 4th 

Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm 

Rate: Per Week 

  • Members: $255
  • Non Members $280

Pre & Post Camp : Monday -Friday

Time:

  • 7:00 am – 9:00am
  • 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Rate:

  • Members : $20 per week
  • Non Members : $25 per week

Pre School Summer Camp 

Dates: June 29 – September 4th 

Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm 

Rate: Per Week 

  • Members: $200
  • Non Members $235

Registration Requirements:

Current physical and immunization records are required at registration. Parents must provide hard copies.

Financial assistance:

is available. Forms may be picked up at the front desk and typically take up to two weeks to process after submission.

Policies:

A new 2026 change and cancellation request policy will apply to Summer Pre-Camp.

Questions contact Program Director Sheila Card at scard@skancc.com

Sign up Here

Youth Program Staff

Sheila Card Bio Photo

Sheila Card

Program Director

Barb Dimarceo

4th Grade Teacher 

Meghan Leonard

3’s Lead Teacher 

Brook Szachta

SACC Director & 2’s Lead Teacher 

Youth Programs Testimonials

We absolutely love everything about preschool at SCC! The teachers are wonderful and keep the kids active and engaged. Swimming, skating, outdoor fun, and lots of learning and crafts are just a few of the weekly activities. We cannot say enough positive things about the program.
Katie MeyersMember
We sent our son to the 2’s program and it was such a terrific experience for him and us as parents. The Teachers made us parents feel so comfortable sending our son for the first time to a “preschool program”. We felt very safe with the staff at the SCC, especially how attentive they were int he swim area. Our son loved the different daily activities and made lots of friends. The 2’s program fully prepared out son for a 3 year old preschool experience. We cannot say enough positive things about the classroom teachers who went above and beyond for each student. We miss them already!
The Babbles FamilyMember
My boys have done it all at the Skaneateles Community Center! From summer camp, swim lessons and hosted Birthday Parties. You can’t beat a summer camp where they can swim, ice skate, and outdoor/indoor play. The staff has always made sure our needs were taken care of in a timely manner.
Ashley WareMember
This is our second year for our 6-year-old son in the SACC Program, and he did his first summer of camp this past year. He is always excited to go to the program and has enjoyed making new friends. The Skaneateles Community Center is unique in that it has all the amenities offered such as playing in the gym, swim lessons/swimming and ice skating. Sheila does an excellent job of planning all of the children’s programs. You can tell that she genuinely cares about all of the children and knows them by name. She goes above and beyond to make it a good experience and is responsive to feedback of the parents. Genuine care also shines through in the other staff that she helps to hire and train. Also, what is unique to these children’s programs that the Skaneateles Community Center offers is the extended hours to help accommodate working parents with inflexible jobs, open 7am -6pm in the summer programming, and 6:30am-6pm in the SACC program. Most summer programs offer only partial days, and this would not have been possible for us to do with our work schedules. We are so grateful to have such a wonderful option for our son! Thanks again for all you do and keep being your awesome selves!!
Current member
The Skaneateles Community Center’s incredible summer camp program is something our 8 -year- old looks forward to all year. Each spring, we provide a dozen summer camp options, and every year Laney immediately chooses our Community Center’s camp. We are so grateful for an all day, fun filled program that runs for the entire summer!
Current Member