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YMCA Program for Home Education Students

The YMCA Homeschool Program is designed to provide home education students with opportunities to stay active, build friendships and develop healthy lifestyles through structured physical education and enrichment activities. Children ages 6–12 participate in engaging experiences that promote physical fitness, teamwork, social development and overall well-being in a fun and supportive YMCA environment.

Sign up for YMCA Homeschool Program

Program Schedule

The YMCA Homeschool Program follows a semester-based schedule aligned with the Hillsborough County School District calendar. 

  • Fall Semester: August 10 – December 18
  • Spring Semester: January 4 – May 14 

Students participate in two 1.5-hour sessions per week, excluding holiday breaks.

What to Expect 

Each session is designed to complement your child's home education experience while encouraging social interaction, physical activity and personal growth. 

Program activities may include: 

  • Physical Education
  • Health & Wellness Education
  • Swimming
  • Social-Emotional Learning
  • Team Building & Cooperative Games
  • Special Enrichment Activities And much more! 

Step Up for Students

The Tampa YMCA is now proud to accept Step Up for Students funds for eligible families, making participation in our Homeschool Program more accessible than ever.

Program Locations

The Homeschool Program is currently offered at select Tampa YMCA Family Centers:

  • Bob Sierra Youth & Family Center (Carrollwood)
  • North Brandon Family YMCA (Seffner)
  • South Tampa Family YMCA
  • Spurlino Family YMCA
  • Plant City Family YMCA 

Program Fees

  • YMCA Member Rate: $250 per semester
  • Non-Member Rate: $320 per semester

Join us for a semester filled with learning, movement, creativity and connection at the YMCA!

Register for YMCA Homeschool