Teen Center

The Teen Center includes a computer room, game room, music studio, and much more! We offer a wide variety of exciting programs throughout the year such as DJ/Production and Concept to Creation. Whether you need help with homework, assistance filling out a job application, or learning about community service opportunities - we are here for you! 

What Teens are saying about us:

  • "I come to experience new opportunities, to help myself and to be with my friends". 
  • "This is a place where I can relax and get my work done...like yesterday I had to get my project done and completed it here. And also you guys are nice." 

Hours of Operation during the school year:

  • Monday-Friday:
    10:30 AM - 7:00 PM 
  • Saturday & Sunday: Closed
  • Early Release Day / Professional Study Days
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • School Breaks
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Teen Center facility.

Teal swoosh line

Become a Teen Center Member

Teens, if you are looking to become a member you will need to bring a parent or legal guardian with you for the tour (don't worry, this is the only time we ask your parents to be here šŸ˜œ ). It is important to us that the parents know where their child is and who they are going to be with. On this tour, you will see where you will be hanging out and given an application for membership (membership is free).

In order to be a Teen Center member, you must be ages 13 - 18 and currently enrolled in high school.

Please call 954-571-4568 to schedule your tour today!

Teen on pier with fishing rod holding his catch.

Teens getting tennis Instruction

Teens stocking food on shelves for community service

Teal swoosh line

Programs & Activities

The Teen Center has set programs throughout the school year, but we encourage our member's voices in deciding what speakers, programs, and classes we offer. Most importantly, classes are FREE!

Self Defense given by COBRA

Yoga students on mats in dark room

Cooking Matters

Nutrition Educator Liz Lewis from UF-IFAS Broward County Extension, Family Nutrition Program will be presenting six workshops for teens in 2022! 

DAY DATE TIME  
Tuesday 01/04/22 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Eat From Every Food Group
Every Day
Tuesday 01/18/22 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Eat a Variety of Color Fruits
Tuesday 02/01/22 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Eat a Variety of Color Vegetables
Tuesday 02/15/22 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Choose Grains as Often as You Can
Tuesday 03/01/22 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Compare Food Labels to Make 
Healthier Choices for Snacks
Tuesday 03/15/22 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Compare Food Labels to Make 
Healthier Choices for Beverages

Yoga

Relax and enjoy a beginner-level yoga class led by our wonderful instructor Hayley! You will get an opportunity to stretch and practice different poses. No previous experience needed and mats will be provided during the class. These classes are offered by Yoga Joint and we want to give a special thank you to Studio Manager Emily Samide and Hayley for offering these free classes. Please RSVP three days prior and complete a waiver at the Teen Center. 

DAY TIME
01/05/22 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
02/02/22 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
03/02/22 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
04/13/22 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
05/11/22 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM


Digital Photography 

Snap* Snap* Come join Ms. Lara Pinheiro our wonderful photography instructor to learn the basics about taking photos and using a camera effectively. She will also educate you about important topics such as lighting. With this class, you can start building your own portfolio. No experience is needed and cameras are available for you to use during the workshops.

Colorful closeup of a camera lens

DAY TIME
01/03/22 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
01/24/22 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
02/07/22 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
02/28/22 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
03/07/22 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

DJ/Production/Vocalist - POSTPONED

Ever thought about becoming a Disc Jockey, Producer, or Vocalist? Here's your chance to learn the basics of the most advanced techniques in the music industry. We have our very own Party DJ and Music Producer "Kong The DJ" who provides lessons two times a week in our studio.

DAY TIME
TBD TBD
   


Concept 2 Creation

Students learn the basic principles of working with embroidery on fabric. You can also learn how to create Logos and Business artwork. Students can do heat transfer with vinyl designs and create custom apparel!

Teen making a shirt using a press

DAY TIME
Every Wednesday 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM


Sound Engineering - POSTPONED

Learn to assemble, operate and maintain technical equipment used to amplify, enhance, mix or produce sound. You will also learn to identify the sound requirements for a given task or situation and perform the appropriate actions to produce the sound.

Equalizer with green, blue, white and red knobs

DAY TIME
TBD TBD
   


Artistic Touch

Tired of drawing stick figures, making macaroni art, and lame picture frames? Learn how to Draw, Paint & Photograph by conceptualizing ideas and tapping into your inner artist by expanding on your creativity and exercising that artistic muscle. Airbrush, Spray Paint, Photoshop, Life-Drawing, and whatever else you want to be better at. Nothing is off-limits to your imagination.

Teens painting colorful images

DAY TIME
Monday 5:30 PM - 6:30PM


Cooking with the Chef

Do you like being creative with food and making a delicious meal? We have cookbooks and a kitchen available to teens to make some wonderful food. They will also learn how to keep their cooking area sanitary and work as a team.

Teen cooking - mixing their deliciousness in a bowl and scooping onto a pan

DAY TIME
2nd Friday of the Month 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
4th Friday of the Month 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Men2Boys

This is a wonderful program that we host whose mission is to provide Group Mentoring and "Teen Coaching" to boys in the community. They focus on topics such as smart decisions and discovering their purpose. Learn more about the Men2Boys program.