YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit

STEAM Programs

Skills and passion for tomorrow’s leaders.

The Y gives kids opportunities for children to gain confidence as they recognize the Y as a place where they belong and can feel comfortable exploring new interests and passions. Our Ys provide STEAM enrichment programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) that build key skills needed for future leaders of tomorrow.

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STEAM Programs for kids ages 4 & up

At our Ys, youth develop skills while building, programming and manipulating robots or building cranes, elevators, and amusement park rides.

Cooking for Kids – Level 1

Cooking for Kids – Level 1 at Carls Family YMCA

We’re cooking up fun for your kids! All kids ages 6-12 are invited to join us to create a new snack or food dish. Recipes change weekly to introduce youth to new foods and provide learning opportunities to practice new skills. Participants will learn how to use basic kitchen gadgets, small appliances (hand mixer, blender), practice measuring, blending, rolling, cutting, and layering. Participants will practice safe use of equipment, proper sanitary procedures, and will be encouraged to use manners.
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YouthDates:
1/9/24–2/13/24 Days & Times:
  • Tue 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
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2/27/24–4/9/24 Days & Times:
  • Tue 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
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Cooking for Kids – Level 1 at Macomb Family YMCA

We’re cooking up fun for your kids! All kids ages 5-11 are invited to join us to create a new snack or food dish. Recipes change weekly to introduce youth to new foods and provide learning opportunities to practice new skills. Participants will learn how to use basic kitchen gadgets, small appliances (hand mixer, blender), practice measuring, blending, rolling, cutting, and layering. Participants will practice safe use of equipment, proper sanitary procedures, and will be encouraged to use manners.
For more information, contact our welcome center, 586-468-1411
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YouthDates:
1/10/24–2/21/24 Days & Times:
  • Wed 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
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Homeschool STEAM

Homeschool STEAM at Carls Family YMCA

This program is made possible by a generous donation from the Carls Foundation. The Y STEAM program seeks to provide progressive, hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. The Carls Family YMCA STEAM programming will provide hands-on, project-based experiences that will instill valuable 21st century skills in the next generation of innovative thinkers.
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YouthDates:
1/10/24–2/14/24 Days & Times:
  • Wed 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
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2/28/24–4/10/24 Days & Times:
  • Wed 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
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Pre-School STEAM

Pre-School STEAM at Carls Family YMCA

This program is made possible by a generous donation from the Carls Foundation. The Y STEAM program seeks to provide progressive, hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. The Carls Family YMCA STEAM programming will provide hands-on, project-based experiences that will instill valuable 21st century skills in the next generation of innovative thinkers.
*Please Note: Class will not meet the Wednesday before Thanskgiving
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YouthDates:
1/12/24–2/16/24 Days & Times:
  • Fri 12:00 pm-12:45 pm
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3/1/24–4/12/24 Days & Times:
  • Fri 12:00 pm-12:45 pm
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STEAM

STEAM at Carls Family YMCA

This program is made possible by a generous donation from the Carls Foundation. The Y STEAM program seeks to provide progressive, hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. The Carls Family YMCA STEAM programming will provide hands-on, project-based experiences that will instill valuable 21st century skills in the next generation of innovative thinkers.
*Please Note: Class will not meet the Wednesday before Thanskgiving
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
1/10/24–2/14/24 Days & Times:
  • Wed 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
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2/28/24–4/10/24 Days & Times:
  • Wed 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
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STEAM – South Lyon Middle School

STEAM – South Lyon Middle School at Carls Family YMCA

This program is made possible by a generous donation from the Carls Foundation. The Y STEAM program seeks to provide progressive, hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. The Carls Family YMCA STEAM programming will provide hands-on, project-based experiences that will instill valuable 21st century skills in the next generation of innovative thinkers.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
1/12/24–3/29/24 Days & Times:
  • Fri 2:45 pm-3:45 pm
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Contact your local Y for more information and to get started.