The following programs meet the needs of the underserved community of Isla Vista to focus
on youth development and building the external and internal
assets all youth need to succeed.
Please call The District office at 968-2017 for more
information.
Please contact Sophia Lake if you are interested in
learning more about the District's recreation programs or have
any questions.
Other programs in the community:
St. George Youth Center (YMCA)
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 3:00 PM to
8:00 PM and hours vary on Friday depending on late nights,
lock-ins and special events.
Primary services are for youth in the 6th through 12th grade
and their families.
The St. George Youth Center, started by The Isla Vista Youth Task
Force in 1998, is managed and operated by the YMCA. The Center,
located at 889 Camino Del Sur, offers the following programs and
activities:
1) Tutoring & College Prep Assistance
2) Drug & Alcohol
3) Health Education
4) Leadership Program
5) A Computer Lab
6) Sports & Recreation.
7) Afterschool Program (Contact for current activities/schedule)
8) In the summer we offer Nuestra Voz Theatre Class, Leadership
Camp Retreat, CERT training and Summer Lunch distribution for
youth of all ages (2-17 years of age).
The Isla Vista Recreation & Park District is a co-sponsor of
the St. George Youth Center.
Contact Raul Macias, Director Raul.Macias@ciymca.org