Become a PYCC Member

Membership Info

PYCC membership is FREE and open to youth ages 9 to 19. Volunteers must submit a statement of intent and complete our volunteer registration packet.

PYCC has many structured clubs and programs, computer, video, and life skills training opportunities, and the Stonewave Sk8park, as well as a relaxed drop-in center filled with fun things to do: music, videos, games, art projects, and activities.

The PYCC membership form includes the StoneWave Skate Park waiver, but participation at the skate park requires an additional participation fee.

We are located right on the beach at Pa’ia Bay where we play and interact daily with our community.

All members must return a completed PYCC Membership Form before participating at the PYCC. Membership starts over on July 1st every year and a new membership is required at that time.

PYCC Membership Form

Membership forms are not accepted online or via email, please hand-deliver your form to the PYCC.

Hours of Operation

Tues: 1pm to 7pm
Wed: 1pm to 7pm
Thurs: 1pm to 7pm
Friday: 1pm to 7pm
Saturdays and non-school days: 11am to 7pm
Closed Sundays & Mondays

Open only after school for members on schooldays, open at 11am during intersession and on Holidays, when scheduled.

Skate Park Hours

Drop-In Center

Free membership in the Pā‘ia Youth & Cultural Center entitles you to full use of the Drop-In Center. Please consider what we typically offer, but consult our CALENDAR page for more specific information.

Activities Include:

Pā‘ia Bay surfing, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, and other beach activities
Pool & ping-pong
Volleyball, basketball, soccer, dodgeball, football and more!
Golfing and disc golf
Daily ART activities including crafting and painting
READ ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS

Be sure to check out the local wave action on the PYCC Pā‘ia Bay webcam.

Drop on by and entertain yourself in our relaxed atmosphere, make some friends, or get the homework help you need. All members are welcome.

Email Drop-In Program Specialist

member guidelines

Member Guidelines

As a member of the PYCC, this is my pledge:

A way of life that guarantees love & happiness (adapted from the writings and wisdom of Don Miguel Ruiz)

The way we act, the way we play, the way we are…

- 1. Be Impeccable With Your Word
    Be honest. Speak with integrity. Say what you mean. Avoid speaking against yourself or others. Use the power of your words to speak truth and love.
  2. Don’t Take Anything Personally
    Don’t allow the opinions and actions of others to affect you negatively. Respect everyone’s humanity. What others say and do is their own perception.
  3. Don’t Make Assumptions
    Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness, and drama. With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life.
  4. Always Do Your Best
    Your best will change depending on if you’re sick or healthy. Simply always do your best and you’ll love yourself. Respect that others are doing their best for who they are in the moment.

At PYCC we strive to find common ground through the use of these Hawaiian cultural values:

LOKAHI (unity) is the importance of living harmoniously with the environment and those who occupy the same space. It does not necessarily involve simple agreement with one another on socio-political issues, but instead refers to being able to live in harmony despite differences.

OHANA (family) once referred to the bonds created by blood. The word ‘Ohana comes from the root word ‘oha which is the name given to the tiny rootlets sent out from a single kalo (taro). Extended family is the western way to describe an ‘ohana; however, today the term has grown to include any group united by a single purpose. Being a member of any ‘ohana indicates a higher level of commitment than would be expected of a member of a club or hui. Implicit in the ‘ohana is the importance of keiki or children as the continuation of the people, and the importance of kupuna or elders as the repositories of knowledge and wisdom. In an ‘ohana, mutual support is an expectation.

ALOHA (love & compassion) is the acceptance of a person, not necessarily their actions. There are mechanisms within the culture that help to deal with problems that arise. Ho’oponopono is effective in helping to settle differences. The process of ho’oponopono can be employed in order to assist understanding and forgiveness.

KULEANA (responsibility, ownership, privilege) is something that must be taught. It is both a responsibility and a privilege to be a member of an ‘ohana. It requires that each person assume ownership of that ‘ohana. Each person’s actions reflect on the whole. Each person’s role is both defined by and defines the ‘ohana.

MALAMA (care for, serve, honor) the land because it is an elder sibling. Malama the ‘ohana in order to preserve it. Caring for one another, for our homes, our families, our community, and the world is needed if we are to find true lokahi. Conservation and preservation are only part of the picture. We must also malama ourselves.

LAULIMA (cooperation) literally means “many hands.” In order to achieve our goals, working together is imperative. Social learning is culturally appropriate. Teamwork is stressed. Individual achievement is encouraged in as much as each person’s contribution helps the group.

HA’AHA’A (humility) allows everyone to continue to learn and improve. Being humble is not false modesty, but a confidence in oneself that allows you to accept others.

NA’AU PONO (upright & just) is the way that each member tries to live in order to assure that he/she will be treated with justice.

LE’A LE’A To have a good time; fun; amusement.

MAKA’ALA To be aware; alert; watchful, attend to vigilantly. “E maka’ala mai I ka hana”; “Tend to the Job”