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STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM occupations have been growing throughout the years and now your children can have the opportunity to immerse in STEM Activities from an early age at the Y!

Please see the complete list of our STEM activities below. STEM is also included the Y’s afterschool and summer camp curriculum.

Stem Activities

Hayes-Taylor YMCA

Chess at the Hayes-Taylor YMCA

The Chess Club allows youth and adults to play and practice their chess skills to improve their strategy and critical thinking, all in a fun and friendly environment.

Hayes-Taylor YMCA Chess Club

  • Tuesdays | 6pm – 8pm | 
  • Open to anyone ages 5 and up! 
  • Sponsored by East Greensboro NOW and the Hayes-Taylor Y and open to the public.

Contact Mac Simms for more information at (336) 272-1101.

Spears YMCA

Spears YMCA Beginner & Intermediate Chess Classes

Tuesdays, September 9-November 11
(No class on September 30 and October 7)

Cost: $45 Member | $60 Community Guest

5:15-6:15 p.m. | Youth Beginner Class (Ages 7-18) | Register Online

  • For youth who want to learn how to play chess or who know how to play at a beginner level
  • Learn the goals of chess, how pieces move, rules of capture, checkmate, and more!

6:30-7:30 p.m. | Intermediate/Advanced Class (Age 8+) | Register Online

  • For youth and adults who are experienced chess players looking to improve their game
  • Learn standard openings, endgame strategies, and more complex chess tactics

7:45-8:45 p.m. | Adult Class (Age 18+) | Register Online

  • For adults who want to learn to play chess or who already play chess. The class will be tailored to the skill level of the participants

Questions? Please contact Austin Ulrich at [email protected].

STEM Activities provide participants with a well-rounded foundation of skills to help them understand a wide range of concepts, creates critical thinkers and the next generation of innovators. STEM Activities in Greensboro, NC, are offered at Hayes-Taylor YMCAs.

You can check out all the options and register for one activity today! We can’t wait to see you here!