Youth Programs supports dependents of active duty military, retired military, active reservists, DoD personnel, and Tierra Vista Residents. Youth Programs offers a variety of programs, services, and age appropriate activities, classes, trips, and events for youth ages 5-18 years. Youth Programs affiliates with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and 4-H to offer the following programs: School Age Care, Open Recreation and Teen Programs.
Upcoming Events
Youth Programs
2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731School-Age Care Program
Before and After School Program provides age-appropriate childcare with quality programming, youth (K-6th Grade) activities and events. Clubs, activities, and USDA-approved meals and snacks are offered. Transportation to and from select schools is offered based on availability. The program focuses on team building, cognitive growth, and development of social awareness and problem-solving skills. The staff ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731School-Age Care Summer Camp
Enroll for the School-Age Care Summer Camp! Youth will enjoy fun programs such as a trip to the San Pedro Library on Tuesdays, field trips on Wednesdays, and a pool day on Fridays. Spirit weeks and other special programs will be announced at a later date. More Information Eligibility: Open to grades K-6, must be ...
Outdoor Recreation
2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd bldg 425, San Pedro, CA 90731PADI Open Water Diving Course
PADI Open Water Diving Course. Take this opportunity to learn the skills needed to enjoy diving to the fullest with the most popular SCUBA course in the world and create an unforgettable underwater experience. The PADI Open Water Diver Course is divided into three segments: Two Sessions: July 27-28 and August 3-4 Lecture – Class ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Archery Camp
Join Youth Programs for week long Archery Camp where youth will learn proper stance, shooting form, grip, and follow through, as well as practicing drawing the bow, aiming, and firing at targets. Designed for young archers aged 9-18, this immersive camp promises a week filled with excitement, skill-building, and unforgettable memories. On the first day, ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 907314-H Cloverbuds Explorers Club
Explore areas of healthy lifestyles, earth/environment, citizenship, plants & animals, consumerism, personal development, and community expressive arts with the goal to promote children’s healthy development-mentally, physically socially, and emotionally. Weekly activities that alternate between art, cooking, and fitness. More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 6-8 years old Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Teen Education
Get guidance on how to become a great student! Learn skills to help you with your future goals in school, career, and life. More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 9 years & older Location: Youth Center Date & Time: Ages 9-12: Tuesdays, 4-5 PM Ages 13+: Wednesdays, 4-5 PM Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center at ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Keystone Club & Teen Council – Teen Meetings
Keystone Club encourages character development, leadership skills, community service participation, individual growth, and emotional and social well being. Join us weekly on your path to becoming a great leader! More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 13+ Location: Youth Center Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center at (310) 653-8383. Visit www.LAFSS.com/calendar for more events like this one. ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Torch Club
Torch Clubs focus on developing cognitive, leadership, socialization, and community awareness skills. Our foundation is based on teamwork and how to become a better team by improving our outlook. Join us weekly to become a part of this dynamic team. Your input is important to us. More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 9-12 years old Contact Info: For ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Music Lessons
Are you interested in learning to play an instrument? Join us for a virtual learning experience to learn how to play a guitar, the drums, or piano! Call the Youth Center to register for a time slot. More Information Guitar/Drums/Piano/Music Lessons (FREE LESSONS) By Appointment For more information: Youth Programs website: https://www.lafss.com/yp/ or call us ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731STEAM Center of Innovation
The STEAM room is open five days a week! Join staff for directed and other cool STEM projects, or just stop by for some solo time on a computer, using 3D pens, building robots, flying drones, and much more. More Information Date & Time: Tuesdays (Ages 5 to 8): 4 PM – 5 PM Thursdays ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Fine Arts Program
Explore your inner creativity and learn new skills. More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 9-18 years old. Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center at (310) 653-8383. Visit www.LAFSS.com/calendar for more events like this one. www.Facebook.com/61FSS www.Instagram.com/61FSS ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Passport to Manhood
Join in the discussion about what you think it takes to become a young man displaying positive behaviors in today’s every-changing society. More Information Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center at (310) 653-8383 Youth Programs website: Youth Programs Visit www.LAFSS.com/calendar for more events like this one. www.Facebook.com/61FSS www.Instagram.com/61FSS ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Health & Wellness
We will discuss the varied aspects and approaches to stay emotionally and physically healthy. More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 9-18 years old Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center at (310) 653-8383. Visit www.LAFSS.com/calendar for more events like this one. www.Facebook.com/61FSS www.Instagram.com/61FSS ...
Outdoor Recreation
2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd bldg 425, San Pedro, CA 90731Summer Pool Hours
Starting May 23, the pool will be open for Summer Pool Hours, Thursday thru Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM. We are happy to provide a safe and friendly place for base families to swim year-round. The Fort MacArthur swimming pool is open to all base members and Tierra Vista housing residents. Features include: ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731STEAM Center of Innovation
The STEAM room is open five days a week! Join staff for directed and other cool STEM projects, or just stop by for some solo time on a computer, using 3D pens, building robots, flying drones, and much more. More Information Date & Time: Tuesdays (Ages 5 to 8): 4 PM – 5 PM Thursdays ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 907314-H Healthy Lifestyles Cooking
Join us to learn new skills in the kitchen when cooking and eating with friends. Youth are encouraged to bring or send in recipes from their family favorites, or from cultural family traditions. Parents are always welcome and encouraged to share their culinary skills with the team. More Information Eligibility: Youth Program members, ages 9+ ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Fun Fitness Fridays
We challenge members to increase their physical fitness through exercise, games, and physical challenges following BGCA’s Triple Play curriculum. More Information When: Fridays 4-5 PM Eligibility: Ages 9+ Location: Youth Center Contact Youth Programs for more information at (310) 653-8383. Visit www.LAFSS.com/calendar for more events like this one. www.Facebook.com/61FSS www.Instagram.com/61FSS ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Gardening
Participants will practice various gardening skills including planting, transplanting, pruning, and other gardening skills. Participants practice the following competencies: acquiring knowledge, using the scientific method, mastering technology, making career decisions, managing resources, and communicating. More Information When: Fridays at 5 PM Eligibility: Ages 9+ Location: Youth Center Contact Youth Programs for more information at (310) ...
Outdoor Recreation
2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd bldg 425, San Pedro, CA 90731PADI Open Water Diving Course
PADI Open Water Diving Course. Take this opportunity to learn the skills needed to enjoy diving to the fullest with the most popular SCUBA course in the world and create an unforgettable underwater experience. The PADI Open Water Diver Course is divided into three segments: Two Sessions: July 27-28 and August 3-4 Lecture – Class ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Science Camp
Join Youth Programs for an out-of-this-world Science Camp that will provide age-appropriate hands-on science experiments. Participants will explore, discover, and hypothesize using critical thinking, the scientific method, and teamwork. Activities will include building and launching rockets, coding, and exploring solar power. More Information Participants will meet at the Youth Center. Sign up at: the Youth ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 907314-H Cloverbuds Explorers Club
Explore areas of healthy lifestyles, earth/environment, citizenship, plants & animals, consumerism, personal development, and community expressive arts with the goal to promote children’s healthy development-mentally, physically socially, and emotionally. Weekly activities that alternate between art, cooking, and fitness. More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 6-8 years old Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center ...
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2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Keystone Club & Teen Council – Teen Meetings
Keystone Club encourages character development, leadership skills, community service participation, individual growth, and emotional and social well being. Join us weekly on your path to becoming a great leader! More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 13+ Location: Youth Center Contact Info: For more information, call the Youth Center at (310) 653-8383. Visit www.LAFSS.com/calendar for more events like this one. ...
Youth Programs
2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Torch Club
Torch Clubs focus on developing cognitive, leadership, socialization, and community awareness skills. Our foundation is based on teamwork and how to become a better team by improving our outlook. Join us weekly to become a part of this dynamic team. Your input is important to us. More Information Eligibility: Youth ages 9-12 years old Contact Info: For ...
Youth Programs
2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731Music Lessons
Are you interested in learning to play an instrument? Join us for a virtual learning experience to learn how to play a guitar, the drums, or piano! Call the Youth Center to register for a time slot. More Information Guitar/Drums/Piano/Music Lessons (FREE LESSONS) By Appointment For more information: Youth Programs website: https://www.lafss.com/yp/ or call us ...
Youth Programs
2901 Arthur MacArthur Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731STEAM Center of Innovation
The STEAM room is open five days a week! Join staff for directed and other cool STEM projects, or just stop by for some solo time on a computer, using 3D pens, building robots, flying drones, and much more. More Information Date & Time: Tuesdays (Ages 5 to 8): 4 PM – 5 PM Thursdays ...
School-Age Program
Ages 5 to 12 years
The School-Age Program is certified by the Department of Defense and is accredited by the National AfterSchool Association (NAA). It provides before and after school care and summer camp programming to 5-year-olds in kindergarten to 12-year-olds. Fees for care are based on total family income and guidance from the Department of Defense. There is currently no waiting list for care in the School Age Program. Inbound families may place their children on the waiting list by faxing a completed DD2606 and a copy of the sponsor’s orders to the program at DSN 633-8384 or commercial 310-653-8384 prior to arrival.
Open Recreation
Ages 9 to 18 years
Open Recreation offers many BGCA and 4-H Programs for 9 to 12-year-olds and Teen Programs for 13 to 18-year-olds. An annual membership fee of $30 is required to participate in both programs and entitles the member to use of the facility for self-directed recreation and discounted attendance of field trips, dances, other scheduled events. Youth and teens are strongly encouraged to join in on the opportunity to lead their peers by joining either the Torch Club or Keystone Club. $30 per week ($30 per year).
Applying for Care
Visit www.MilitaryChildCare.com to create your account. Call us for questions or assistance.