YMCA Children's Academy at Avenue Center

YMCA Children’s Academy at Avenue Center

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3517 Irvington Blvd., Suite 150, Houston, TX 77009

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713-692-3457

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Mon-Fri: 6:30 am-6:30 pm

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3517 Irvington Blvd., Suite 150, Houston, TX 77009

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Contact us by phone

713-692-3457

Facility Hours

Mon-Fri: 6:30 am-6:30 pm

Child Watch Hours:

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PROGRAMS AT THE Y

Learn More About the YMCA Children’s Academy

Learning at the YMCA is fueled by FUN and powered by excellent teachers! Our program offers early childhood education for infants through preschool. Our experienced staff ensures a welcoming, loving and educational environment. We are committed to providing exciting learning opportunities that nurture cognitive, social-emotional, physical and creative development.

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PROGRAMS AT THE Y

Learn More About the YMCA Children’s Academy

Learning at the YMCA is fueled by FUN and powered by excellent teachers! Our program offers early childhood education for infants through preschool. Our experienced staff ensures a welcoming, loving and educational environment. We are committed to providing exciting learning opportunities that nurture cognitive, social-emotional, physical and creative development.

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The Y is transforming your membership to transform lives. We are proud to offer flexible membership options for every person and family designed to help you live your safest and healthiest life. Find motivation, support and community connections at the Y.

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Programs & Activities

Find Your Next Favorite Thing

Explore programs for every age and stage – from camps and swim lessons to group exercise classes.

Programs & Activities

Find Your Next Favorite Thing

Explore programs for every age and stage – from camps and swim lessons to group exercise classes.

Programs & Activities

Find Your Next Favorite Thing

Explore programs for every age and stage – from camps and swim lessons to group exercise classes.

Fall Program Registration is Open!

At the YMCA fall is for families! A time for youth to try new things and meet new friends. From swim lessons to sports plus tons of additional youth programs, there’s something for every child’s interest. Find the perfect program for your kids to learn, grow and thrive at the Y.

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YMCA360 is included as a benefit of a YMCA Membership! This on-demand virtual platform connects you to the Y to strengthen your spirit, mind and body, anytime, anywhere and from any device.

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YMCA After School, where adventure has purpose. Every child in our After School program learns there’s more than one way to have an adventure. An adventure can be exploring a new activity or uncovering a new skill. It can be the awe of a science experiment or the mystery of a math problem. An adventure can be finding a new friend. What will your child discover first?

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No Place Like This Place

A place where people from every walk of life come together –to get healthier, build friendships, and feel like they belong.

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Before you commit, come in and see what makes this location special. Tour the facility, try a class, and meet the team. Your guest pass is free – no strings attached.

Experience the Y

Come See What the Y Is All About – On Us

Before you commit, come in and see what makes this location special. Tour the facility, try a class, and meet the team. Your guest pass is free – no strings attached.

Experience the Y

Come See What the Y Is All About – On Us

Before you commit, come in and see what makes this location special. Tour the facility, try a class, and meet the team. Your guest pass is free – no strings attached.

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Explore the fitness floor, pools, group classes, and more – whatever’s available during your visit.

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Stop by the Welcome Center. We’ll help you find the right programs and answer any questions.

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Try it at your pace. If you’re ready to join, we’ll make it easy – online or in person.

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Full Facility Access

Explore the fitness floor, pools, group classes, and more – whatever’s available during your visit.

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Meet the Team

Stop by the Welcome Center. We’ll help you find the right programs and answer any questions.

Community support

No Pressure, No Commitment

Try it at your pace. If you’re ready to join, we’ll make it easy – online or in person.

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Spend a day with us at your local YMCA. Request your guest pass below. Take a tour and try out all that we have to offer. We promise that once you experience the Y for yourself and meet our friendly staff, you will be ready to join. Plus, we have a 30-day money back membership guarantee.

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Experience A Day on Us

Spend a day with us at your local YMCA. Request your guest pass below. Take a tour and try out all that we have to offer. We promise that once you experience the Y for yourself and meet our friendly staff, you will be ready to join. Plus, we have a 30-day money back membership guarantee.

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Our Team

Sanjuanita Cisneroz Early Learning Executive Director

Jena Mosqueda Youth Development and Early Childcare Director
713-747-2173

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Sanjuanita Cisneroz Early Learning Executive Director

Jena Mosqueda Youth Development and Early Childcare Director
713-747-2173

Frequently Asked Questions

If you still have questions, you’re not alone – these are some of the things people ask us most often.

Your city-wide membership includes access to all of our YMCA of Greater Houston facilities with swimming pools, advanced fitness equipment within our Wellness Centers and group fitness classes (both in person and on-demand). You will also find motivation, support and community connections at the Y. In addition to accessing all YMCA centers and all the programs that you love, your membership gives you the power to help those in our community who need the Y most.

Use the Schedules link for this location to view class times and activity schedules. Schedules can change seasonally, so checking online is the fastest way to see what’s available now. Schedules are also available on the YMCA360 app giving you access to schedules, programs, fitness challenges and more.

Use the VIEW PROGRAMS link above to find current offerings for all ages and all interests. Registration steps vary by program and require a YMCA Impact or Facility Membership.

YMCA centers offer Child Watch during specific hours. Check this locations’ hours above and visit our Child Watch page for more information.

Yes. Your membership gives you access to YMCA locations across Greater Houston. Some programs and services may vary by branch, so check this location’s details or call if you have questions.

Bring a photo ID and what you need for your workout (water bottle, comfortable clothes, and a towel). If you plan to swim, bring swimwear and a lock. Visiting as a guest? Please check guest policies first.

Yes, members can bring guests. Guests are allowed to visit up to three times per year. Visit our guest pass page for more information and to receive a pass.

The YMCA believes membership and programs should be for all. Financial assistance is available to those who can demonstrate financial need based on family income, household size, and other circumstances. Applicants must live or work in the YMCA of Greater Houston service area. Learn more about this process here.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you still have questions, you’re not alone – these are some of the things people ask us most often.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you still have questions, you’re not alone – these are some of the things people ask us most often.

Your city-wide membership includes access to all of our YMCA of Greater Houston facilities with swimming pools, advanced fitness equipment within our Wellness Centers and group fitness classes (both in person and on-demand). You will also find motivation, support and community connections at the Y. In addition to accessing all YMCA centers and all the programs that you love, your membership gives you the power to help those in our community who need the Y most.

Use the Schedules link for this location to view class times and activity schedules. Schedules can change seasonally, so checking online is the fastest way to see what’s available now. Schedules are also available on the YMCA360 app giving you access to schedules, programs, fitness challenges and more.

Use the VIEW PROGRAMS link above to find current offerings for all ages and all interests. Registration steps vary by program and require a YMCA Impact or Facility Membership.

YMCA centers offer Child Watch during specific hours. Check this locations’ hours above and visit our Child Watch page for more information.

Yes. Your YMCA of Greater Houston membership includes access to all YMCA locations in the Greater Houston area. It also includes Nationwide access, allowing you to visit more than 2,600 participating YMCA locations across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Bring a photo ID and what you need for your workout (water bottle, comfortable clothes, and a towel). If you plan to swim, bring swimwear and a lock. Visiting as a guest? Please check guest policies first.

Yes, members can bring guests. Guests are allowed to visit up to three times per year. Visit our guest pass page for more information and to receive a pass.

The YMCA believes membership and programs should be for all. Financial assistance is available to those who can demonstrate financial need based on family income, household size, and other circumstances. Applicants must live or work in the YMCA of Greater Houston service area. Learn more about this process here.

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