Youth Services

The Youth Activities Program consists of many different programs to accommodate the military and DOD youth, ages K-18 years of age. Youth activities has experienced staff that foster the social and environmental interaction, education and creative talents of dependent youth at NAS Jax, both military and DOD civilians.

Youth must have a completed youth membership form on file and must present a membership card for admittance to all activities.

Youth Centers

The main Youth Center is located on Mustin Road. Following are some of the programs offered through youth activities:

• School Age Care (SAC) -- The Youth Activities (YA) Program consists of varied camps and after-school activities for youth ages kindergarten to 12 years.  Activities include indoor and outdoor recreational activities, arts and crafts, nature, multi-cultural activities, video games and computers.
• In addition to the School Age Care Program, the Youth Activities Center has a Teen Center for youth 12-18; the 12-year old must be in 7th grade.  The Teen Center is open during the school year from 1430-1800.  During the summer months, the Teen Center is open from 1200-1800.  The SAC and Teen Center operated under the curriculum and principals of the Boys and Girls Club of America.  The Teen Center is a free program, not a fee-based program like the Child Development Center and SAC programs.  Teens must obtain a registration packet from the Youth Activities Center and have it completed by their parent and/or guardian to participate.  Teens operate under a self-release policy meaning they can enter and leave the center without parental pick-up.

For information, eligibility or registration for any of these programs or events, contact YAC at 904-778-9772.

Boy Scouts of America

The Youth Activities Center does not have an organized Boy Scout Troop. 

Youth Sponsorship Program

For detailed information regarding the Youth Sponsorship Program contact the YAC - Youth Activities Center at 904-778-9772 or the Fleet and Family Support Center at 904-542-4977.

Youth Religious Programs

The Naval Air Station Chapel hosts an Annual Vacation Bible School for Youth ages 5 to 12 during the month of July.  For detailed information contact the Chapel at 904-542-3051.

The youth activities program consists of many different programs to accommodate the military and DOD youth, ages K-18 years of age. For more information call 904-778-9772.