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For Youth & Families

Across the campus, families can discover opportunities for creative expression, skill-building, physical activity, and hands-on learning.


The South Whidbey Community Center is home to a variety of Campus Partners offering engaging programs for children and families. Programs include childcare and early learning, youth theatre and dance, music and arts education, martial arts training, creative workshops, and experiential learning opportunities. These programs—offered by independent partner organizations operating on campus—give young people a chance to explore their interests, build confidence, and connect with peers in a fun and supportive environment.


With so many opportunities located in one place, families can easily discover new activities and experiences that help children grow, learn, and thrive.

Partners with Services & Offers for Youth & Families
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Readiness to Learn - Family Resource Center

Building A (Main Building), Room 117

Provides access to basic needs resources, academic skill building, health services, and social & emotional support. Home of the Back to School program, Better Birthday Club, and Holiday House.

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Natasha Zimmerman: Artistic Enrichment

Building A (Main Building), Room 112

Offers a unique blend of handwork courses to children and adults at the Community Center as well as tailored tutoring services and homeschooling support in academic subjects.

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Tiger Martial Arts

Building A (Main Building), Room 123

Tiger Martial Arts teaches character education through mat chats, monthly themes, activities and random acts of kindness that are required for rank promotions. The students study a traditional Okinawan style of karate called Uechi Ryu.

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South Whidbey Boys and Girls Club

Building A (Main Building), Room 114

The South Whidbey Boys & Girls Club was established in 2025, and offers childcare and before & after school care, all day camps and summer camps.  Serving South Whidbey Elementary and Middle school, Island Christian Academy, Whidbey Waldorf and other neighboring schools.

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Woodhaven High School Initiative

Building A (Main Building), Rooms 111 & 112

Inspired by our South Whidbey community, our young people are learning from local mentors who love the classes they teach. Our goal at Woodhaven High School is to provide an engaging curriculum where learners grow in their understanding of who they are and confidence in what they can do. 

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Whidbey Children's Theatre

Auditorium

WCT ignites creativity, compassion, and confidence using the magic of theatre arts. Classes, camps, and shows for all ages, all year round!

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Create Space Langley

Building C (Spencer Building), Room 404

A multi-arts community project igniting creativity in children, youth, and adults on South Whidbey, and promoting a vibrant, thriving community for all.

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The Learning Lab at Langley

Building C (Spencer Building), Rooms 406 & 407

Classes in wood shop, construction, kitchen culinary, and gardening for youth and adults. 

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Pamoja Place

South Field Building

An organization creating belonging for Whidbey's BIPOC community.

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Rubatano Center Marimba Studio

Building A (Main Building), Room 125

Cross-cultural education plating music from Zimbabwee and Southern Africa on marimbas. Learning to play marimba is easy and fun! Rubatano Marimba is for every generation t explore and experience the joy of playing music in ensemble form. 

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Frank Rose Gallery

Building A (Main Building), Front Hallway

A community gallery open to the public with revolving monthly shows.  The gallery offers opportunities for artists not represented by a commercial gallery, as well as youth art and interactive, participatory and immersive artistic events.

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Whidbey Island Dance Theatre

Two Story (Old High School)

A pre-professional dance company creating magic in motion on Whidbey Island, most notably over 25 years of The Nutcracker!

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Island Dance & Gymnastics

Two Story (Old High School)

​Island Dance offers all types of dance training to Whidbey Island residents, from toddlers to senior citizens, from classical to contemporary, from beginning to advanced.

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South Island CrossFit

The Cooler (Auxiliary Gym)

Offering fitness for the whole family, our gym has a fun community atmosphere that's passionate about health and wellness. Members are an eclectic mix of semi-professional athletes, health care professionals, students, outdoor enthusiasts and even toddlers!

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The Backyard

The Cooler (Auxiliary Gym)

The Backyard Whidbey is an alternative fitness playground offering movement opportunities for all ages. We currently have offerings for both youth and adults and you can find our most up to date calendar of classes, events, and open play offerings on our website!

South Whidbey CARES Coalition
South Whidbey CARES Coalition

Building A (Main Building), Room 119

Community Advancing Resiliency, Education and Support is a coalition of community, school and agency partners dedicated to preventing substance abuse and promoting mental health for local youth.

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Island Dance & Gymnastics

Building B, Multi-Purpose Gym

Parks, facilities and recreation programs for the citizens of South Whidbey Island. Providing opportunities for our community to play together.

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CADA - Citizens Against Domestic and Sexual Abuse

Building A (Main Building),
Drop in Center

CADA was established to provide support and advocacy services for residents of Island County experiencing crisis. We have developed programs to help those at risk deal with traumatic experiences such as domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, CADA can help.

Youth & Family Programs
Upcoming Programs & Events  for Youth & Families
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