The Rec is located at 240 West Church Street in downtown Marion, Ohio.
The Rec Center comprises a gymnasium, teen lounge, art/maker space room, and Tech Lab. Teens will be able to access the facility using a membership card.
Membership Details:
📋 How to Access:
📞 More Info? Call us during hours at 740-725-9622, ext. 200
Come check it out and find your space at the Rec!
The Teen membership can be used at the Rec Center and the Y.
Hours at the Rec Center starting March 10th will be Monday - Thursday 1:00pm-8:00pm
Phone number Monday - Thursday, 1:00pm-8:00pm is 740-725-9622, ext 200.
The Rec Center will be closed May 5th & May 6 for the Marion county Board of Elections to use for voting.
Membership Details:
📋 How to Access:
📞 More Info? Call us during hours at 740-725-9622, ext. 200
Come check it out and find your space at the Rec!
Get ready gamers! Join us Tuesday, April 8th from 6:00-7:30pm at the at the Rec Center for a epic Minecraft Night.
FREE for all YMCA Teen Members grade 6-12
· Minecraft Trivia in the Teen Lounge (Teams of 2-4)
· Minecraft Crafts in the Art Room.
· Minecraft Gaming Challenges in the Tech Lab.
Teens can bring their own laptop or play on one of the computers.
· FREE snacks, awesome prizes (like movie & popcorn passes for
Republic Theatre in Marion), and the ultimate BRAGGING RIGHTS!
No Registration required
Don’t miss out on this blocky adventure — grab your friends and let’s go!
QUESTIONS? Contact Andrew Grimes at agrimes@marionymca.org
Hosted by Dr. Chris Orban
Grades: 6th-12th
Date: April 10th
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: The Rec Center (240 West Church Street)
740-725-9622, ext. 200
Do you like playing the newest super-realistic video games?
Or do you prefer simpler, more cartoonish games like Mario Kart?
There’s a lot that goes into the design of a video game! OSU Marion physics professor Dr. Chris Orban will show how even the most realistic video games take shortcuts when representing the physical world.
What to Expect:
· Watch video game clips to uncover physics flaws
· Learn how physics is used in game design
· Create your own physics-based game in the Tech Lab
No registration required
Free for members and guests
Guests must have a waiver signed by a legal guardian
New visitors? Download the waiver! Have your guardian sign it and bring it with you. The waiver only needs to be signed once.
Join us at the Rec Center’s Tech Lab on April 10th from 3:00 - 4:00 PM for this exciting and interactive event!
Grades: 9th-12th
Date: April 28th
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: The Rec Center (240 West Church Street)
740-725-9622, ext. 200
Join us for the first-ever Cops & Teens Basketball Tournament! This exciting event brings together local law enforcement and teens for a fun, friendly competition.
Enjoy:
Basketball games
Music
Pizza
Community fun!
No registration required
Free for members and guests
Guests must have a waiver signed by a legal guardian
New visitors? Download the waiver! Have your guardian sign it and bring it with you. The waiver only needs to be signed once.
 May 15 | 5:00 - 7:30 PM
Rec Center
THE REC CENTER
240 WEST CHURCH STREET
MARION, OH 43302
740-725-9622 ext. 200
WWW.MARIONYMCA.ORG
Are you ready to battle it out and prove you're the best? Join us for an epic Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament where teens in grades 6-12 can compete for Amazon gift card prizes!
What’s Included?
Competitive 1v1, 3-stock, no items matches
Double elimination format
Snacks & a craft for all participants
Amazon gift cards for 1st & 2nd place winners!
Registration Details:
$5.00 for members & guests
Teens grades 6-12
Registration required – closes May 14 at 11:59 PM
Sign up today and smash your way to victory!
QUESTIONS? Contact Andrew Grimes at agrimes@marionfamilyymca.org
WHEN: June 9 – June 12 | 9 AM – 12 PM
WHO: Grades 5 – 8
WHERE: 240 West Church Street
COST:$90 for Members & Guests
Create Your Own Stop-Motion Film!
What do Wallace and Gromit, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and James and the Giant Peach all have in common? They're Claymation characters who have captivated the world with the magical realities they bring to life! Tap into the incredible practice of stop-motion film production and learn the technique from the ground up.
Claymation camp engages campers in grades 5 - 8 in creative exploration of stop-motion animation. Campers will learn to use camera and animation software as they work together to produce short Claymation films. Through this camp, campers will work through the entire creative process, from storyboard to post-production, with their own Claymation creations. On the final day of camp, campers will get the popcorn ready and invite their families for a viewing party to celebrate their work!
Now it’s your turn to bring your own creations to life!
At this half-day art camp, campers will:
· Learn the magic of stop-motion Claymation
· Design characters & bring them to life
· Use Cameras & Animation Software
· Develop Storyboards & Produce Short Films
Celebrate with a family viewing party on the last day! Space is limited – Register now, at the Y or Rec Center
The Marion Family YMCA has partnered with City of Marion, Marion City Schools, and other community partners to operate the Rec and Resource Teen Center downtown. The passion and direction behind this project are to offer a centralized, safe location for teens to socialize, seek support, and engage in activities and resources that will help prepare them for success.
The Rec is located at 240 West Church Street in downtown Marion, Ohio.
The Rec Center comprises a gymnasium, teen lounge, art/maker space room, and Tech Lab. Teens will be able to access the facility using a membership card. Teen members will have access to both the Rec Center and the YMCA facility.
The center will be for grades 6 -12 and the cost is $16.00 per month.
Must purchase memberships in person and must be the legal guardian.
Financial Assistance is available.
The Teen membership can be used at the Rec Center and the Y.
Hours at the Rec Center starting March 10th will be Monday - Thursday 1:00pm-8:00pm
Phone number starting March 10th, Monday - Thursday, 1:00pm-8:00pm is 740-725-9622, ext 200.
Programs and services planning to be offered at the Rec Center are:
Don't miss this chance to get ahead and enjoy everything the Rec Center has to offer.
Contact Andrew Grimes at agrimes@marionfamilyymca.org if you have any questions.
We've made a great start, but we need your help to keep it going!
Your donations will hellp us continue building a safe, engaging space where teen can learn, grow, and connect.
If you would like to donate, click on this link or contact Matt Bruns at matt@brunscoachconsult.com or Jeremy Byers at jbyers@marionfamilyymca.org.
Every contribution brings us one step closer to making this vision a lasting reality.
