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Programs

he Program Department of YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly is well equipped and trained to create the ultimate experience for any group. We have many outstanding programs designed to enrich the spirit, mind and body of all our guests - preschoolers through adults.

nhance the overall experience of your mountain visit by allowing us to supplement your schedule with a wide variety of fun and exciting activities. All programs must be booked in advance for your group.


What kind of programs do we offer?

Challenge Courses
Camp Cousins Outdoor Challenge Course
50 foot Alpine Tower
Carolina Straight Wall
Odyssey
Diamond Extension High Ropes
Giant Swing
Team Development Course - low ropes
Harry Brace Indoor Course
Indoor Climbing Wall
Indoor High Ropes
Mountain Exploring
Mountain Evenings
Children's Programs
Crafts
 

School and Group Programs

dventure experiences, team building, environmental education and healthful living education are programs which are custom tailored for each school group. Our professional staff consult with teachers to choose an integrated curriculum needs. We offer overnight programs as well as day programs for elementary, middle school and high school groups. Morning and afternoon sessions include three hours of activities and evening sessions are 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Agendas are planned from the climbing courses, mountain exploring, craft shop, recreation and evening activities. Specific programs are based on group goals, size of group and number of sessions desired. Small groups are guided by experienced outdoor leaders.

  For overnight groups, our comfortable rooms accommodate up to three people. Delicious meals are served buffet style. Complimentary chaperone packages are available.

Per person cost for schools depends on the number of program sessions, chaperones, meals, nights and room arrangements.

Please call for available dates and a proposal specific to your group.

Chaperone Guide (pdf)         Packing List (pdf)

Group Programs

CLC: Christian Leadership Conference
Christmas Fest
All programs must be scheduled at least 3 weeks in advance so we may plan a great adventure for you.
Outdoor programs are all-weather adventures, and are only cancelled for lightning, ice, or other safety reasons. Indoor rain options may be available and must be arranged at least an hour before the start of the reserved program. If we must cancel a program in progress due to safety concerns, the charge will be pro-rated according to the amount of time spent on the field.
Questions?
For more information about our programs, contact: Danielle Tocaben, Marketing Director
(828) 210-8457
dtocaben@ymcabra.org

YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
84 Blue Ridge Circle
Black Mountain, North Carolina 28711
www.blueridgeassembly.org
828.669.8422