About CYC

Mission

At Community Youth Center we empower local youth by cultivating transferable life skills through academic and athletic performance. We are passionate about creating a safe environment to develop dedication, discipline, desire, and the confidence to pursue excellence in all endeavors.

Vision and Purpose

Our vision has always been to provide the young people in our community the opportunity to participate in extra curricular activities and academic support regardless of economic means. We believe all young people deserve the chance to thrive, and seek to remove the barriers that prevent many young people from participating in activities that help create well rounded adults. In today’s world, that vision has taken on extra meaning and importance. In order to meet our vision, we have created a center that provides high quality academic and athletic programs with no financial barriers for all young people. CYC is a unique place where students are part of a diverse culture, where we seek to meet students where they are in their development, and where students are allowed to grow at their pace in a safe environment. We provide varied levels of instruction, from beginner to elite, and encourage all students to develop the discipline, work ethic, and desire to excel.

Goals

Our goal is to help develop well rounded, thoughtful, confident, and strong youth. Our programs emphasize character, discipline, and respect through dynamic and challenging classes. We encourage our members to try several different programs, building flexibility, strength, self esteem and confidence as they participate. Our academic centers provide subject specific tutors, study strategies, and time management skills. As our members grow in academic success, so does their confidence. Through the development of mind and body, our members create infinite possibilities for their future.

History

In, 1995, a $1,000,000 gift from The Hofmann Family Foundation started the process and vision of Community Youth Center (CYC). Today, CYC continues to serve the mission through a variety of academic and athletic programs.

There is a rich history of athletics here in Concord on Galaxy Court, dating back to the early 80s. In 1995, what was originally a small boxing club called The Little C underwent a dramatic change in vision. There was a need beyond what The Little C provided. So, in typical Ken Hofmann fashion, he took the necessary actions to create positive change for the community. He focused on the financially disadvantaged, where the reality was that many impoverished areas had a larger amount of drug use, gang violence, and crime. At the same time, youth programs in schools were facing cuts in funding. In order to combat these disturbing trends, the CYC was born. Over the years, the CYC has continued to adjust and grow its programs and facilities to address the varied and changing needs of our community. Through the quality programs offered at the CYC, today’s youth develop the dedication, discipline, and desire to excel in education, athletics and life experience.