Our Rising Stars, Counselors in Training, and Junior Counselor programs give teens the opportunity to grow into confident, capable leaders while making a real difference at camp. Whether your teen is interested in working with children, exploring a future career in recreation or simply gaining leadership experience, this program provides hands-on training and real-world application in a supportive camp environment.

At YMCA Mill Hollow, teens take the next step from camper to leader! Our Leaders in Training (LIT), Junior Counselors and Counselors in Training (CIT) programs provide hands-on opportunities to develop communication, teamwork, responsibility, and confidence. Through mentorship, real-world leadership experiences, and meaningful challenges, teens gain valuable skills that prepare them for future employment, college, and life beyond camp.

Growth happens when teens discover they're capable of more than they imagined! YMCA Adventure programs take teens beyond their comfort zones through backpacking, rock climbing, paddling, and real outdoor challenges. With guidance from trained instructors, teens learn to solve problems, take initiative, overcome setbacks, and rely on themselves and one another. These intentionally challenging experiences build resilience, independence, resourcefulness, and the confidence to navigate life's challenges long after the adventure ends.

YMCA Teen Clubs give teens a free, safe, and welcoming place to connect, explore new interests, and build skills that go beyond the classroom. From sports, music, and cooking to homework support, community service, and college and career readiness, teens discover new passions while building friendships, confidence, and independence. With supportive mentors and opportunities to lead, the Y is a place where teens can be themselves, have fun, and prepare for what's next.