WELCOME!
The New River YMCA is proud to serve Jacksonville, NC and the greater Onslow County area! Scroll down to learn more about programs and services offered.
WE OFFER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Everyone belongs at the YMCA. The Y offers a year-long Financial Assistance Program to ensure that no one is turned away from programs and services due to their inability to pay. An application process determines the amount of financial assistance received.
For more information, contact jschirmer@newrivery.org.
About Us
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Our Mission
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Areas of Focus
For Youth Development – Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
For Healthy Living – Improving the nation’s health and well-being.
For Social Responsibility – Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.
Our Cause
The Y is a powerful association of men, women,and children of all ages and from all walks of life
joined together by a shared passion: to strengthen the foundations of community.
Contact Us
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Phone: 910-333-1416
Address: 159 Chaney Avenue, Jacksonville, NC 28540
For more information, contact:
Jane Schirmer
Executive Director
jschirmer@newrivery.org
Connor Shanta
Administrative Coordinator
cshanta@newrivery.org
2023 Spring Break Camp
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SPRING into adventure with the YMCA! Spring Break Camp will be offered at the locations listed below during Onslow County School Spring Break.
PROGRAM DATES: 04/03/23 - 04/06/23 (Monday - Thursday)*
*The New River YMCA will be closed on Good Friday, April 7th. Spring Break Camp will not take place on Friday, April 7th.
TIME: 6:30 am - 6 pm
COST: $110 per child ($25 Non-refundable Deposit + $85 Four-Day Program Cost)
LOCATIONS:
- Coastal Elementary
- Dixon Elementary
- Hunters Creek Elementary
- Meadowview Elementary
- Swansboro Elementary
For more information, or for registration assistance, please contact Connor Shanta or Lamont Singleton:
admin@newrivery.org (910) 333-1416
New River YMCA's Marine Chevy Shuffle 5K & 10K
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The New River YMCA proudly presents the 2023 Marine Chevy Shuffle 5k/10k on May 20th as part of JOSC Race Series. Please join us on our USATF certified courses to celebrate and benefit the programs Girls on the Run and STRIDE.
REGISTRATION FEES / DATES
5k: $35 registration fee until April 4, 2023. Price increases to $40.00 after April 4, 2023, at 11:59pm EDT.
10k: $40 registration fee until April 4, 2023. Price increases to $45.00 after April 4, 2023, at 11:59pm EDT.
Registration includes race shirt, finisher medal, and timed chip.
**Race Shirts Sizes are only guaranteed to registrations before April 4th.
AWARDS / CATEGORIES:
5K & 10K: Awards will be given to the top overall 3 male and 3 female finishers.
Only 5K: Awards will also be given to the top 3 males and females in each of the following age categories:
8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & over.
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP:
Thursday, May 18th 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at New River YMCA 159 Chaney Avenue, Jacksonville, NC
Friday, May 19th, 4:00PM-6:30 PM at Marine Chevrolet 1408 Western Blvd., Jacksonville, NC
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP:
Saturday, May 20th, 7:15 am-8:30 am at the Recreation Complex for those that are already registered.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Saturday, May 20th, 7:30am-8:30am at the Recreation Complex. Debit/Credit Card ONLY! **NO CASH**
Before & After School Program
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Program Fees:
- Before School Program Fees are $25 per week with a $25 Registration Fee.
- After School Program Fees are $55 per week with a $25 Registration Fee.
- A $10/week discount for the second and/or third child from the same family applies to the After School Program only.
- Registration and payment options are on-line for your convenience.
**The $25 Registration Fee is non-refundable. If you opt for the scheduled auto draft we require a two weeks notice to cancel registrations. No refund will be permitted without a two week notice.
Hours of Operation:
The New River YMCA Before and After School Program will follow the Onslow County Public School calendar. We will provide programming on scheduled early dismissal days with the exception of early dismissal for Fall and Winter Break.
Should Onlow County Public Schools have a delayed opening due to weather, the Before School Program will not be open. For early dismissal due to weather, the After School Program will not be offered.
Financial Assistance:
Financial Assistance is available for families with completed required documentation that demonstrates a need to the New River YMCA.
For more information, or for assistance, please contact Connor Shanta or Lamont Singleton:
admin@newrivery.org (910) 333-1416
2023 Summer Camp
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Registration Opens February 1st!
Open to all students entering grades K-6 for the 2023 -2024 school year.
Locations:
Dixon Elementary
Queens Cree Elementary
Southwest Elementary
Dates: 06/19/23 - 08/11/23*
Hours: 6am - 6pm
Rates: $25 Registration Fee + $10 Deposit for each week registered (NON-REFUNDABLE)
$100 per week - Drafted two weeks in advance.
Camp Shirts: Camp shirts are REQUIRED each day. Campers receive ONE free shirt with registration. Each additional shirt is $5 each.
Camp Orientation: TBD
Campers are required to wear their Camp Shirt, bring a packed lunch, water bottle, and wear closed-toed shoes to camp each day. On Water Days, campers are encouraged to wear or bring a swimsuit.
*We will be CLOSED on Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Locations for Monday, July 3rd are subject to change.
For more information, or for registration assistance, please contact Connor Shanta:
admin@newrivery.org (910) 333-1416
Preschool
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At the New River YMCA we believe that all Youth deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why early learning programs at the Y focus on nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place to learn fundamental skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-esteem. Preschool is for children who have turned 3 by April 1, 2023 through the age of 5 years. Children must be fully toilet trained.
Dates & Times:
9:00am-1:00pm
Fall Sessions Begin (Staggered Start) on Monday, August 28th
* Each session (3 or 5 day) is capped at 12 students.
Cost:
$50 enrollment fee per session
5 Days (M-F) - $250/month
3 Days - $185/month
Financial assistance is available.
Questions? Contact:
Staci Davis, Preschool Coordinator
preschool@newrivery.org
Playschool
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At the NEW RIVER YMCA, we believe that all Youth deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That is why early learning programs at the Y focus on nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place to learn fundamental skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-esteem. Playschool is for children ages 2-3. Parents please pack a snack for Snack Time.
Days & Times:
Mondays & Wednesday, 9:00am - 12:00pm (capped at 12 students)
Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00am - 12:00pm (capped at 12 students)
Fall Session Start Dates:
Monday/Wednesday Session - Monday, September 11th
Tuesday/Thursday Session - Tueday, September 5th
Cost:
$140/month
$35 enrollment fee per session
Financial assistance is available.
Questions? Contact:
Staci Davis, Preschool Coordinator
preschool@newrivery.org
Extended After School Program - Onslow County Schools Professional Development Days
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Program Cost: $25 per student / per day
Program Description: The New River YMCA provides an extended After School Program for teachers and parents on the below listed OCS Professional Development Days. Please note the date that registration opens.
* Students already enrolled in the After School Program do not need to be registered for Professional Development Days as they are already included as part of their After School Program fees.
Register by selecting the date below.
February 9, 2023 - Registration opens 11/9/2022
March 22, 2023 - Registration opens 2/10/2023
For more information, or for assistance, please contact Connor Shanta or Lamont Singleton:
admin@newrivery.org (910) 333-1416
