Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale began partnering with Ridgeline Academy to provide summer camp and after-school programming to area kindergarten – 6th graders beginning on June 1, 2021. Like all BGCS clubhouses, the Ridgeline Academy site will provide youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits, and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer caring relationships that reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility, and civic responsibility.
Ridgeline Academy (Elementary Campus)
33625 N. Valley Parkway
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Phone: (480) 344-5520
Angelica Heras – Site Coordinator
| Week/Date | Weekly Theme | Special Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1: June 1 – 4 | Around the World | Jumping Castles |
| 2: June 7 – 11 | Dino Week | Dino Crew |
| 3: June 14 – 18 | Summer Splash | Water Jumping Castles |
| 4: June 21 – 25 | Game Show | DJ/Dance Party |
| 5: June 28 – July 2 | Fear Factor | Star Wars |
| 6: July 6 – 9 | All About Kindness | TBD |
| 7: July 12 – 16 | Ridgeline’s Got Talent | Magician |
| 8: July 19 – 23 | Ridgeline Olympics | Juggler |
| 9: July 26 – 30 | End of Summer Fun | Deb’s Dragons |
The BGCS Ridgeline Academy site proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of our surrounding schools:
Elementary Schools (K-6th)
Anthem School
Diamond Canyon School
Gavilan Peak School
Caurus Academy
Anthem Preparatory Academy – Great Hearts
The Hartley & Ruth Barker Branch offers a safe and affordable place for young people to spend time during critical non-school hours and school breaks. We provide youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits, and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer caring relationships and connections to new friends that reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility and civic responsibility.
2311 N. Miller Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Phone: (480) 947-6331
Fax: (480) 248-7558
barker@bgcs.org
Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
After School Program
Monday – Friday
Youth: After School – 6:30 p.m.
Teens: After School – 7:00 p.m.
Summer/Breaks
Monday – Friday
Youth: 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Teens: 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
David Debruin – Branch Director
Monica Rodriguez – Youth Development Supervisor
Beethoven Felix – Director of Teen Services
Tyren King – Sports & Fitness Coordinator
| Week/Dates | Weekly Theme | Dress Up | Special Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: June 1 – 4 | Animal Planet | Favorite Animal | Deb’s Dragons |
| 2: June 7 – 11 | Carnival is in Town | Wacky Wear | Juggler |
| 3: June 14 – 18 | The Land Before Time | Dinosaur | Dino Crew |
| 4: June 21 – 25 | S.T.E.A.M. Week | Career Day | Mad Science |
| 5: June 28 – July 2 | The Magic Show | Wizard | Magician |
| 6: July 6 – 9 | Sports Week | Sports | Games |
| 7: July 12 – 16 | Color Olympcs | Team Colors | Dance Party |
| 8: July 19 – 25 | The Supers | Superhero or Villian | Inflatables |
| 9: July 26 – 30 | Into the Galaxy | Space | Star Wars |
The Hartley & Ruth Barker Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of our surrounding schools:
Elementary Schools
Arcadia Neighborhood Learning Center (ANLC)
Hohokam
Hopi
Kiva
Navajo
Our Lady of Perpetual Help (OLPH)
Pima
Tavan
Tonalea
Yavapai
Middle Schools
Arcadia Neighborhood Learning Center (ANLC)
Ingleside
Supai
High Schools
Arcadia High School
Coronado High School
Named after longtime supporters of the Boys & Girls Club, the Hartley & Ruth Barker Branch opened its big blue doors in 1998. It officially replaced the Osborn Branch – the organization’s first location, which had been providing youth development services since 1958. The Hartley & Ruth Barker Branch provides national award-winning youth programming, year-round sports leagues, a technology lab, an art room, and a full-service teen center. It continues to be one of the most highly attended Branches of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
The Lehi Branch provides youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer ongoing, caring relationships and connections to new friends reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility, and civic responsibility.
1231 E. Oak,
Mesa, AZ 85203
Phone: (480) 850-4453
Fax: (480) 850-4448
Lehi@bgcs.org
7th – 12th Grade Hours
Monday – Friday
3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
K-6th Grade Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesdays
12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Summer Camp:
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Melissa Bronston – Branch Director
Paul Cervantes – Youth Development Supervisor
Jaylin Gaston – Sports & Fitness Coordinator
Brianna Yates – Education Coordinator
Eric Sloan – Health & Life Skills Coordinator
| Week/Dates | Weekly Theme | Dress Up |
|---|---|---|
| 1: June 1 – 4 | Club of Champs | Athlete |
| 2: June 7 – 11 | Nasa Week | Astronaut / Outerspace |
| 3: June 14 – 18 | Under the Stars | Outdoors |
| 4: June 21 – 25 | Land Before TIme | Dinosaurs |
| 5: June 28 – July 2 | Heroes & Sidekicks | Superheroes |
| 6: July 6 – 9 | S.T.E.A.M. Week | Scientists |
| 7: July 12 – 16 | Carnival Week | Carnival Characters |
| 8: July 19 – 22 | Summerween | Halloween Costumes |
| 9: July 26 – 30 | Wolfpack Week | Lehi Wolfpack Pride |
The Lehi Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of the surrounding schools:
Elementary Schools
Ishikawa
Kerr
Sequoia Lehi Charter School
Vista Grove Preparatory
Noah Webster Charter School
Lehi
Salt River
Middle Schools
Kino Jr.
Stapley Jr.
High Schools
Salt River
Westwood
Mountain View
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale offers teen services to members in grades 7-12. Programs are uniquely developed based on the needs and interests of the members that come through our doors. Field trips, events and programs are created to benefit teenage youth and help them grow socially and academically, while still keeping a focus on fun.
Since opening its big blue doors in 2002, the Lehi Branch remains a collaborative effort between Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale and the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. The Branch was the organization’s second location to open on Indian Country and serves not only Native American youth on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community but all youth in the surrounding community.
The Mary Ellen & Robert McKee Branch s a safe, affordable place for young people during critical non-school hours and during school breaks. We provide youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer ongoing, caring relationships and connections to new friends, and reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility and civic responsibility.
14605 N. Del Cambre
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Phone: (480) 344-5400
Fax: (480) 878-4540
McKee@bgcs.org
Monday – Friday
7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Before School
Monday – Friday
Youth: 7 a.m. – Start of School
After School Program
Monday – Friday
Youth: 1:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Monday-Thursday
Teens: 1:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Friday
2:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Summer Camp Program
Monday-Friday
Youth 7 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Teen 7 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Lauren Stratton – Branch Director
Jarrin Rozenblad – Youth Development Supervisor
Yoshoub Timms – Sports & Fitness Coordinator
Trey Wilson – Teen Development Specialist
| Week/Dates | Weekly Theme | Dress Up Day (Friday) | Special Event/ Presentation (Friday) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: June 1 – 4 | Kick-Off to Summer! | Party Outfits | Dance |
| 2: June 7 – 11 | Castle Week | Dress to Impress | Deb’s Dragons |
| 3: June 14 – 18 | Circus Week | Circus | Juggler |
| 4: June 21 – 25 | Under the Sea | Hawaiian | Water Day |
| 5: June 28 – July 2 | Prehistoric Week | Jurrasic | Dino Crew |
| 6: July 6 – 9 | Party in the USA | Red, White & Blue | None |
| 7: July 12 – 16 | Space Week | Out of this World | Star Wars |
| 8: July 19 – 23 | Mad About Science | Mad Scientist | Mad Science |
| 9: July 26 – 30 | Mystery Week | Spy | Magician |
| 10: August 2 – 6 | So Long to Summer | Orange Out | Bounce Houses |
The McKee Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of the surrounding schools:
Elementary Schools
McDowell Mountain
Four Peaks (at Fountain Hills Middle School)
Fountain Hills Charter
Middle School
Fountain Hills Middle School
Fountain Hills Charter
High School
Fountain Hills High School
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale offers teen services to members in grades 7-12. Programs are uniquely developed based on the needs and interests of members. Field trips, events and programs are created to benefit teenage youth and help them grow socially and academically, while still keeping a focus on fun.
Named after longtime supporters of the Boys & Girls Club and the Fountain Hills community, the Mary Ellen & Robert McKee Branch opened its big blue doors in 2004. The first dedicated facility to serve youth in Fountain Hills, the Branch location replaced Club services provided since 1996 in just a few classrooms at Four Peaks Elementary School. The Branch provides national award winning youth programming, year round sports leagues, technology lab, art room, a full service teen center and more.
The Peach Springs Branch is a safe, affordable place for young people during critical non-school hours and during school breaks. We provide youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer ongoing, caring relationships and connections to new friends reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility and civic responsibility.
479 Diamond Creek Rd.
Peach Springs, AZ 86434
(928) 769-1801
FAX (928) 769-1803
PeachSprings@bgcs.org
After School Program
Monday – Thursday
Youth: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Teens: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fridays
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Summer/Breaks
Monday – Friday
7:45 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Amelia Sullivan – Branch Director
Cliffiny Mowa – Youth Development Supervisor
Philana Gene – Teen Development Specialist
Deshay Benson – Front Desk Assistant
Emily Mapatis – Program Instructor
| Week/Date | Weekly Theme | Dress Up | Special Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: June 1 – 4 | Carnival Week | Carnival Characters | Peach’s 15th Birthday |
| 2: June 7 – 11 | NASA Week | Aliens | Police Safety Presentation |
| 3: June 14 – 18 | Around the World | Tourist | None |
| 4: June 21 – 25 | Jurassic Park | Dinosaurs | Movie & Snacks |
| 5: June 28 – July 2 | Under the Sea | Beach Attire | Water Day |
| 6: July 6 – 9 | Disney Week | Favorite Disney Character | Drive in Movie: Cruella |
| 7: July 12 – 16 | Sports Week | Sports Jersey or Shirt | Basketball Camp |
| 8: July 19 – 23 | Niceklodeon | Nickelodeon Character | Backpack Buddies |
| 9: July 26 – 30 | Superheroes & Villians | Superhero or Villian | Movie & Snacks |
| 10: August 2 – 6 | STEM/STEAM Week | Scientists | Science Fair |
The Peach Springs Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of the surrounding schools:
School Districts
Peach Springs Elementary School
Valentine Elementary School
Seligman Unified School District #40
Kingman Unified School District #20
Boarding Schools
Chemawa Indian School (Salem, OR)
Sherman Indian High School (Riverside, CA)
Riverside Indian School (Anadarko, OK)
The tribally funded Peach Springs Branch opened its big blue doors in 2006 in collaboration with the Hualapai Indian Community and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. Located about 200 miles north of Scottsdale, the Peach Springs Branch sits along historic Route 66 and the south rim of the Grand Canyon. The Branch provides national award-winning youth programming, a technology lab, art room, teen programming and more. GO TO TEEN CENTER PAGE
The tribally funded Peach Springs Branch opened its big blue doors in 2006 in collaboration with the Hualapai Indian Community and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. Located about 200 miles north of Scottsdale, the Peach Springs Branch sits along historic Route 66 and the south rim of the Grand Canyon. The Branch provides national award winning youth programming, technology lab, art room, teen programming and more.
In March 2018, the Red Mountain Branch moved from a one-room Club into the brand new SRPMIC Way of Life Facility (WoLF). Red Mountain Branch provides youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer ongoing, caring relationships and connections to new friends reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility and civic responsibility. The Red Mountain Branch first opened its doors in 1998.
in the Way of Life Facility (WoLF)
11725 E. Indian School Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 947-1798
RedMountain@bgcs.org
Summer/Breaks
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
JP Saspe – Branch Director
Samantha Harris – Youth Development Supervisor
Brianna Yates – Education Coordinator
Angela DiCicco – Teen Development Specialist
Eric Sloan – Health & Life Skills Coordinator
| Week/Date | Weekly Theme | Monday Swimming | Wednesday Swimming | Friday Special Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2: June 1 – 5 | Star Wars Week | Club Closed Monday | Groups 4 – 6 | Star Wars Visit |
| 3: June 7 – 11 | Harry Potter Week | Groups 1 – 3 | Groups 4 – 6 | Magician Visit |
| 4: June 15 – 18 | Summer-Ween | Club Closed Monday | Groups 4 – 6 | Bounce House Visit |
| 5: June 21 – 25 | Animal Week | Groups 1 – 3 | Groups 4 – 6 | Deb’s Dragons Visit |
| 6: June 28 – July 2 | Carnival Week | Groups 1 – 3 | Groups 4 – 6 | Juggler Visit |
| 7: July 6 – 9 | Christmas in July | Club Closed Monday | Groups 4 – 6 | None |
| 8: July 12 – 16 | Jurrasic Park Week | Groups 1 – 3 | Groups 4 – 6 | Dino Crew Visit |
| 9: July 19 – 23 | Music Week | Groups 1 – 3 | Groups 4 – 6 | DJ Visit |
| 10: July 26 – 30 | Science Week | Groups 1 – 3 | Groups 4 – 6 | Mad Science Visit |
The Red Mountain Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of the surrounding schools:
Elementary Schools
Hermosa Vista Elementary
Ishikawa
Kerr
Whitman
Whittier
Salt River and Noah Webster
Middle School
Carson Jr.
Stapley Jr.
Salt River Jr.
High School
Westwood
Salt River
Mountain View
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale offers teen services to members in grades 7-12. Programs are uniquely developed based on the needs and interests of the members that come through our doors. Field trips, events and programs are created to benefit teenage youth and help them grow socially and academically, while still keeping a focus on fun.
The Thunderbirds Branch is a safe, affordable place for young people during critical non-school hours and during school breaks. We provide youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer ongoing, caring relationships and connections to new friends, and reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility, and civic responsibility.
20199 N. 78th Place
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 538-9547
Fax: 480.247.7266
Thunderbirds@bgcs.org
Office Hours:
(M-F) 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Before-School Program:
(M-F) 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
After-School Program:
(M-F) 3:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Summer/Breaks:
(M-F) 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Liz Byrne – Branch Director
Allison Mertz – Youth Development Supervisor
Ariana Alvez – Teen Development Specialist
Joshua Honeycutt – Sports & Fitness Coordinator
Zandee Dickinson – Education Coordinator
Veronica Fasolino – Art Coordinator
| Week/Date | Weekly Theme | Dress Up Day | Special Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: May 24 – 28 | Welcome Week | Color Out | Camp Thunderbird |
| 2: June 1 – 4 | Cartoon Week | Cartoon Characters | Toon Town |
| 3: June 7 – 11 | Superhero Week | Hero/ Villian | Super Smashdown |
| 4: June 14 – 18 | Decades Week | Decades | Back to the Future |
| 5: June 21 – 25 | Video Game Week | Video Game Character | Thunderbird Arcade |
| 6: June 28 – July 2 | Food Week | Food/ Snacks | Food Fest |
| 7: July 6 – 9 | Holiday Week | Holiday | Holiday Parade |
| 8: July 12 – 16 | Animal Kingdom | Animals | Wild, Wild Safai |
| 9: July 19 – 23 | Way Back When | Historical | Renaissance Fair |
| 10: July 26 – 30 | Music Week | Music Stars | ThunderPalooza |
| 11: August 2- 6 | Red Carpet Week | Dress to Impress | Talent Show |
The Thunderbirds Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Below please find a list of some surrounding schools. Ask about which schools provide transportation.
Elementary Schools
Grayhawk
Pinnacle Peak
Copper Ridge
Archway Scottsdale
Basis Scottsdale (Transportation NOT Provided)
Sandpiper Elementary
Middle School
Copper Ridge
Mountain Trails
High School
Pinnacle
The Thunderbirds Branch opened its big blue doors in 2001 to meet the growing population demands in the Grayhawk and North Scottsdale communities. The Branch replaced a satellite site at Grayhawk Elementary which had been providing Boys & Girls Club programming since 1998. Proudly named after the Thunderbirds’ organization, a big supporter of the Club, the Branch provides national award winning youth programming, year round sports leagues, technology lab, art room, teen programming and more.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale offers teen services to members in grades 7-12. Programs are uniquely developed based on the needs and interests of the members that come through our doors. Field trips, events and programs are created to benefit teenage youth and help them grow socially and academically, while still keeping a focus on fun.
The Virginia G. Piper Branch is a safe, affordable place for young people during critical non-school hours and during school breaks. We provide youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer ongoing, caring relationships and connections to new friends reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility and civic responsibility.
10515 E Lakeview Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Phone: (480) 860-1601
Fax: (480) 344-5533
piper@bgcs.org
Monday – Friday:
7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
After-School Program
Monday – Friday
Youth 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Teens 2:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Summer/Breaks
Monday – Friday
Youth: 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Teens: 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Christian Sanft – Branch Director
Deidra Nietz – Youth Development Supervisor
Janine Doughty – Teen Development Supervisor
Joe Rodriguez – Sports & Fitness Coordinator
Ashley Yee – Program Coordinator
| Week/Dates | Weekly Theme | Dress Up Day | Special Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: June 1 – 4 | The Magic of Piper (30th Anniversary) | 90’s Dress-Up | X |
| 2: June 7-11 | Musical Adventure Week | Singer/Musician | Dance Party |
| 3: June 14 – 18 | Marvel Week | Heroes & Villians | Superhero Training |
| 4: June 21 – 25 | Around the World Olympics | Sports/Olympics | The Piper Games |
| 5: June 28 – July 2 | Back to the Barnyard | Farmers & Animals | The Club Fair |
| 6: July 6 – 9 | Deborah’s Revenge | Red, White, & Blue | Water Day |
| 7: July 12- 16 | Crazy Cartoon Week | Cartoon Characters | Super Silly Fun Land |
| 8: July 19 – 23 | Space Week | Star Wars | Journey Around the Galaxy |
| 9: July 26 – 30 | Pokemon Week | Pokemon | X |
The Piper Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of the surrounding schools:
Elementary Schools
Anasazi
Archway Cicero
Cheyenne
Cochise Elementary
Desert Canyon
Laguna
Pueblo
Redfield
Middle Schools
Desert Canyon
Mountainside
Mohave
Cicero Prep
Cocopah
High Schools
Desert Mountain
Chaparral
Cicero Prep
Saguaro
Named after a longtime supporter of youth programming in Scottsdale, the Virginia G. Piper Branch opened in the Scottsdale Ranch community in 1991. Since opening its big blue doors, the Branch has added a full service Teen Center, year round sports leagues, national award winning programming and more. The Piper Branch was also the named an overall Best Club by Boys & Girls Clubs of America, an honor given to one out of 4,000 Clubs worldwide, and continues to be one of the most highly attended Branches at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale offers teen services to members in grades 7-12. Programs are uniquely developed based on the needs and interests of the members that come through our doors. Field trips, events and programs are created to benefit teenage youth and help them grow socially and academically, while still keeping a focus on fun.
The Vestar Branch is a safe, affordable place for young people during critical non-school hours and during school breaks. We provide youth development programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Professionally trained staff offer ongoing, caring relationships and connections to new friends reinforce a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility and civic responsibility.
3975 E. Lockwood Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85050
Phone: (480) 585-0170
Fax: (602) 466-2417
Vestar@bgcs.org
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Before-School Program
Monday – Friday
Youth: 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
After-School Program
Monday – Friday
Youth: 2:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Teens: 2:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m. Fridays
Summer / Breaks
Monday – Friday
Youth: 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Teens: 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Tyler Changet – Branch Director
Spencer Copen – Youth Development Supervisor
Bianca Murtic – Teen Development Specialist
Jared Walsh – Sports & Fitness Coordinator
Open Position – Art Coordinator
Open Position – Education Coordinator
| Week/Date | Weekly Theme | Dress Up | Special Events |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: May 24 – 28 | Pilot Show | Twins | Food Truck/ Spirit Day |
| 2: Jne 1 – 4 | National Geographic | Prehistoric | Back in Time |
| 3: June 7 – 11 | Wipeout Week | Beach | Water Day |
| 4: June 14 – 18 | MTV Weeek | Rockstar | Dance |
| 5: June 21 – 25 | Vestar’s Got Talent | Future Career | Club Champions |
| 6: June 28 – July 2 | SyFy Channel | Aliens | Cosmic Vestar |
| 7: July 6 – 9 | History Channel | Old | Vestar’s 14th Birthday |
| 8: July 12 – 16 | Discovery Channel | Scientists | Sci-Friday |
| 9: July 19 – 23 | Animal Planet | Safari | Wild Safari |
| 10: July 26 – 30 | ESPN | Sports/ Athlete | Vestar Olympics |
| 11: August 2 – 6 | Closing Credits | — | Talent Show, Dance, Carnival |
The Vestar Branch proudly accepts youth from all schools. Click to see some of the surrounding schools:
Elementary Schools
Wildfire
Desert Trails
Boulder Creek
Fireside
Copper Canyon
Middle Schools
Explorer
Mountain Trails
High Schools
Pinnacle
Horizon
In 2007 the Vestar Branch opened its big blue doors in the Desert Ridge community, being the organization’s first location to serve youth in the northeast Phoenix area. Since opening, the Branch provides national award winning youth programming, year round sports leagues, technology lab, art room, telepresence center and a full service teen center. The Vestar Branch was also the named an overall Best Club by Boys & Girls Clubs of America in 2012, an honor given to one out of 4,000 Clubs worldwide, and continues to be one of the most highly attended Branches at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
In 2018, a complete refresh was completed of the newly named Ellie & Michael Ziegler Teen Center, making the space state-of-art. In addition, a new half gym was added to the building.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale’s Ellie & Michael Ziegler Teen Center offers teen services to members in grades 7-12. Programs are uniquely developed based on the needs and interests of the members that come through our doors. Field trips, events and programs are created to benefit teenage youth and help them grow socially and academically, while still keeping a focus on fun.
