Healthy Kids Day

Healthy Kids Day – Saturday, April 18, 2026

FREE AND OPEN TO ALL

A great summer is a HEALTHY summer! Join the Duneland Family YMCA on Healthy Kids Day for FREE healthy activities like NinjaZone, LEGO Builder Club, Gym games and activities, open swim and more to kickoff a healthy summer season. Let’s grow strong, stay active, get connected and enjoy every moment this summer! Join us the Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus from 9am – 12pm!

Please note that children under the age of 12 are not permitted in the YMCA without a parent present.

Registration is requested! Skip the line and REGISTER NOW! Walk-ins welcome.

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Available Activities / Schedule

The Ninja program is designed to promote fitness combining areas such as gymnastics and martial arts by focusing on strength and agility. Through these efforts, participants will learn physical skills such as flips, rolls, and kicks while building confidence and character. Location: Room A208

Baby Ninjas (ages 18 months – 3 years):
Baby Ninja classes are playful, guided movement sessions for toddlers that blend music, fun, and purposeful activity. These classes help little ones develop gross and fine motor skills, listening and following directions, coordination, balance, and confidence. Class sessions include warm-ups, motor-skill activities and playful transitions like bubbles and songs, all structured around basic ninja-style movement and early socialization with peers.
 
Lil Ninjas (Ages 3-5):
Lil Ninja classes are designed for preschool-age children. Each session features a high-energy warm-up, a recitation of the Lil Ninja Creed for character development, and structured movement through elements of gymnastics, parkour, tricking, and warrior obstacles. The main goal is to use ninja-themed activities to build confidence, coordination, balance, listening skills, independence, and social skills, keeping kids active and engaged the whole time.
 
NinjaZone (ages 5+) :
NinjaZone classes for school-age students combine the 4 Worlds of Ninja – gymnastics, parkour, tricking, and warrior obstacles into one dynamic experience. Each class begins with a warm-up and the Ninja Creed, focusing on character and physical development. Coaches guide students through a progressive curriculum with 10 levels of skill and obstacle mastery, helping them build strength, coordination, confidence, and resilience, with opportunities to level up and participate in Ninja Games and mission ceremonies as they advance.

LEGO Builders Club is a hands-on enrichment program where kids design, build, and problem-solve through guided LEGO challenges and open-ended creativity. Each session combines structured build prompts with time for free building, giving participants the chance to strengthen STEM thinking while having fun in a relaxed, supportive environment. Builders will work independently and in small groups, learning how to plan a project, test ideas, make improvements, and collaborate with others. Location: Room A205

Music & Movement is a fun, interactive class designed to help young learners explore rhythm, sound, and motion. Through singing, dancing, and creative movement activities, students develop coordination, listening skills, and self-expression. The class supports early cognitive and motor development while encouraging creativity, confidence, and a love for music in a playful, social environment. Location: Room C219

Mini Group (Ages 0–2)
Our Music & Movement Mini Group is a fun way for little ones and their caregivers to move, play, and connect through music. Each class includes simple songs, finger plays, and gentle movement like swaying, bouncing, and clapping along to the beat. We’ll also use kid-friendly props such as scarves, bubbles, and soft instruments to help build early coordination and body awareness. The focus is on routine, exploration, and smiles and providing a welcoming space for babies and toddlers to enjoy music together.

 
Mover Group (Ages 2–3)
Music & Movement Movers is a high-energy class built for toddlers who love to move. Kids will sing, dance, and play rhythm games while practicing listening skills and following simple directions. Each week includes activities like freeze dance, marching, hopping, balancing, and light obstacle-style movement, along with opportunities to try instruments and take turns with the group. This class is a great fit for children who are starting to enjoy a little more independence while still learning in a supportive, playful setting.
 
Movement Group (Ages 3–5)
Our Music & Movement Group for ages 3–5 blends music, dance, and creative movement into an upbeat class kids look forward to each week. Participants will learn short movement patterns and beginner routines, work on moving to different tempos (fast/slow), and build coordination through games and activities using props like scarves, rhythm sticks, and parachutes. Along the way, kids develop balance, agility, focus, and teamwork while having plenty of chances to express themselves. Each class will wrap up with a group activity that lets everyone practice what they learned and leave feeling proud.

Let creativity run wild at our kids crafting and sidewalk chalk time, where imagination takes center stage. Little artists can explore colors, shapes, and textures through fun hands on projects or turn the sidewalks into bright, playful masterpieces. It is the perfect mix of creativity, laughter, and fresh air that keeps kids engaged, inspired, and excited to create something uniquely their own.

  • Agility obstacle course
  • Open gym for basketball
  • Organized gym games for mixed age groups/all ages

Join us for high-energy fun with games like Protect the Castle, Kickball Cricket, Hungry Hungry Hippos, and more—perfect for mixed age groups! Plus, enjoy open gym time to shoot hoops and play at your own pace. There’s something for everyone!

  • Pool
  • All ages

Cool off, relax, or get some exercise during open swim! Enjoy a fun and refreshing experience for all ages, with friendly staff on hand to ensure safety and enjoyment. Just bring your swimsuit and dive in!

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FAQS

Healthy Kids Day is a national YMCA initiative that celebrates kids being active, learning, and growing. It’s a free, fun-filled day of activities designed to promote healthy lifestyles for children and families.

This year, we are opening up our YMCA to all children and families, regardless of membership status, to explore the different youth programs and activities the Duneland YMCA offers.

Join us on Saturday April 18th from 9am-12pm at the Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus, 651 W. Morgan Ave  

We ask that you please follow Duneland YMCA policy that children under the age of 12 are not permitted without a parent present. Parents must join their children under the age of 12 to either spectate or participate in any and all activities!

 YES! This is a free event open to the community. Registration is required-Skip the line and register online now. Walk-ins welcome.

Nope! Healthy Kids Day is opened to everyone, regardless of membership status. 

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