Celebrating a Century of Youth Development
Our legacy of providing fun and meaningful activities began in the 1920s. Over the years, we’ve watched children grow through our programs, camps, and recreational sports. Our programs help children gain confidence, develop new friendships, and learn valuable lessons in teamwork and responsibility.
FIRST® LEGO® League
FIRST® LEGO® League introduces science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to children grades 1-9 through fun, exciting hands-on learning.
Girls on the Run®
We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.
Taekwondo
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and Olympic sport which strives to teach courtesy, self control, integrity, perseverance and strong spirit.
Volleyball
EmBe Youth Volleyball program provides kids an opportunity to learn the skills of the game in a recreational, non-competitive, environment.
Art Camp
This 5-day camp for kids ages 9 to 12 years old, focuses on various art forms and gives kids the chance to learn new techniques.
Babysitting Camp
Learn about being an entrepreneur, develop people skills and build confidence as an empowered Babysitter!
Camp GOTR
During the 5-day camp, rising 3rd – 5th-grade girls will enjoy interactive games, being physically active, and expressing creativity through arts.
Junior Lifeguard Camp
Junior Lifeguarding camp includes an introduction to first aid, CPR, and AED skills, hands-on training from head guards and managers and participants will shadow lifeguards at the Sioux Falls City pools.
Financial Assistance
EmBe meets the individual needs of women and their families through financial assistance. We work with those in challenging financial situations who cannot afford the full cost of EmBe memberships and programs. We make EmBe programs accessible for all.
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The work of EmBe would not be possible without the generous support of our families and sponsors, and guidance from our volunteers.