Enrichment at Bella Mente Academy
The YMCA of San Diego County's enrichment programming provides a safe environment where children will engage in imaginative play and activities that stretch both mind and body, including physical education, creative arts, science, cooking, swimming and more. Utilizing both indoor and outdoor spaces, students will follow all guidelines for health and safety.
About Us
Our Branch
Joe and Mary Mottino Family YMCA
Address: 4701 Mesa Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056
Phone: (760) 758-0808
Bella Mente Academy
Address: 155 Emerald Dr, Vista, CA 92083
Phone: (760) 621-8948
Enrichment Program Hours
Monday: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tuesday: 3:30 – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Thursday: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Pick-Up/Drop-Off Information
Pick-up for classes is at 5:00pm from Bella Mente Academy.
Directors and Supervisors
Camp & Youth Programming Director
Gage Daniel | [email protected]
Phone: (760) 758-0808 ext. 1922
About Our Staff
Joe and Mary Mottino Family YMCA takes pride in hiring the best people to fill our programming staff. Each leader was hand-selected through an extensive hiring process to ensure the safest environment for everyone. Staff training includes CPR and First Aid certification, transportation safety, behavior management and bully prevention, child protection and abuse prevention, field trip and off-site safety procedures, risk management/prevention and more.
ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
ENGINEERING – PRIMARYAges: 4-6 | Day/Time: Monday/3:00pm-4:00pm | $75 Our engineering classes are designed to engage young minds in hands-on activities that explore the fascinating world of engineering. Students will have the opportunity to design, build, and experiment with various projects while learning essential problem-solving skills. |
ENGINEERING – LOWER ELEMENTARYAges: 5-9 | Day/Time: Wednesday/3:10pm-4:10pm | $75 Our engineering classes are designed to engage young minds in hands-on activities that explore the fascinating world of engineering. Students will have the opportunity to design, build, and experiment with various projects while learning essential problem-solving skills. |
ENGINEERING – UPPER ELEMENTARYAges: 8-11 | Day/Time: Monday/3:00pm-4:00pm | $75 Our engineering classes are designed to engage young minds in hands-on activities that explore the fascinating world of engineering. Students will have the opportunity to design, build, and experiment with various projects while learning essential problem-solving skills. |
ENGINEERING – MIDDLE SCHOOLAges: 10-14 | Day/Time: Wednesday/3:10pm-4:10pm | $75 Our engineering classes are designed to engage young minds in hands-on activities that explore the fascinating world of engineering. Students will have the opportunity to design, build, and experiment with various projects while learning essential problem-solving skills. |
COOKING – PRIMARYAges: 4-6 | Day/Time: Tuesday/3:00pm-4:00pm | $100 Our cooking classes provide a fun and educational environment for young chefs to discover the joys of cooking and nutrition. They will learn to prepare delicious recipes, understand food science, and develop a lifelong appreciation for culinary arts. |
COOKING – LOWER ELEMENTARYAges: 5-9 | Day: Thursday/3:10pm-4:10pm | $100 Our cooking classes provide a fun and educational environment for young chefs to discover the joys of cooking and nutrition. They will learn to prepare delicious recipes, understand food science, and develop a lifelong appreciation for culinary arts. |
COOKING – UPPER ELEMENTARYAges: 8-11 | Day: Day/Time: Tuesday/3:00pm-4:00pm | $100 Our cooking classes provide a fun and educational environment for young chefs to discover the joys of cooking and nutrition. They will learn to prepare delicious recipes, understand food science, and develop a lifelong appreciation for culinary arts. |
COOKING – MIDDLE SCHOOLAges: 10-14 | Day/Time: Thursday/3:10pm-4:10pm | $100 Our cooking classes provide a fun and educational environment for young chefs to discover the joys of cooking and nutrition. They will learn to prepare delicious recipes, understand food science, and develop a lifelong appreciation for culinary arts. |
Additional Information
Prices are based on a 4-week month. Actual weeks may vary and will be prorated.
Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available to families who qualify. Applications are available at the service desk and online. Assistance is based on verified income and completed applications.
Apply for a Program Scholarship
Giving Back
The Y provides program scholarships for families seeking financial assistance. This is made possible through the generosity of our community. If you wish to help a child, please contact Gage Daniel | Camp & Youth Sports Director at [email protected].