THE GATE COMMUNITY YOUTH CENTER
School Year Clubs
See what we have to offer!
About School Year Clubs
Clubs offered at the Gate change each season. Some clubs you will need to sign up for and others will be drop in.
Signing up for a club means that there is only a certain amount of spots for students to join. Students should be committed for the duration of the club.
Drop in means first come, first serve. There will be a sign up sheet at the front desk. Once spaces are full, students can add their name to the waitlist. We call on the waitlist if there is a no- show or if we have enough time for a second group. If there is no sign up, ask the front desk for help.
2026-27 School Year Clubs
Academic Support/ Student Success
Monday - Thursdays 4:00-5:30
2026-2027 School Year
The Gate wants to see students excelling in life and academics, so we are now offering tutoring & homework help Monday -Thursday from 4-5:30 pm at the youth center. If your student is struggling to get their work done or needs a little extra instructional help, Gate staff are available to assist them.
Acres of Hope
Tuesdays 4-5:30
October 6 - May 25
The Gate partners with another organization called Acres of Hope Ranch. On a typical day, teens who attend hang out with horses, (brushing, cleaning, exercising, and eventually saddling and riding), participate in arts & crafts, and have meaningful conversations with instructors about various topics.
There are limited spots available.
Auto Mechanics 101 Club
Tuesday 3:45-5:30pm
October 6 - December 15
7-12 Grade Only
The Auto Mech 101 class on Thursday afternoons will teach students all about Vehicle Recovery and Maintenance. This 10 week class will cover how to do a brake job, jump start a vehicle, changing a tire & flat repair, oil changes, spark plugs, drive belts and more. Students will meet with Elijah Dittman, our Mechanic.
Auto Mechanics 202 Club
Wednesdays 3:45 pm-5:30 pm
October 7 - December 16
7-12 Grade Only
The Gate Community Youth Center in Independence is excited to be able to offer our Automotive Mechanics 202 class to youth who have completed 101. This is for our local home and charter school community. The Auto Mechanics 202 class will teach students all about Diagnostics & Repair - Under the Hood. This 10-week class will cover how to do an alternator, starter, water pump, spark plugs, drive belts, and more.
Gardening Club
Thursdays 4 pm-5:00 pm
October 1 - Ongoing
Welcome to The Gate’s Gardening Club! 🌱
No green thumb required! This club is a hands-on introduction to gardening where students will learn about plants, soil, sunlight, water, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. Through simple lessons, planting activities, and outdoor exploration, students will build practical gardening skills while developing responsibility and a deeper connection with nature. Whether you’re new to gardening or already enjoy working outdoors, there’s something for everyone!
Location: Rehabilitation Center across the street from The Gate.
Culinary Club
Drop in
Wednesdays and Thursdays
3:30- 5:00
Starting the week of September 16th through on-going
Sign-ups at the front desk
Learn how to make simple meals and goodies at home to feed yourself and your family! Skills learned in this club will last a lifetime.