The Teen Center is located in the Manhattan Heights Community Center which is across Manhattan Beach Boulevard from Polliwog Park and within easy walking distance from Manhattan Beach Middle School. Programs are designed especially for 6th, 7th and 8th grade teens who reside in the City of Manhattan Beach. Although it is a drop-in, noncustodial program, participants are required to sign in and out upon arrival and departure.

The Teen Center consists of two adjoining rooms in the community center which are set aside exclusively for teen activities. The rooms, which are designed primarily by the teens themselves, contain all types of equipment and furniture that help teens wind down after school in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. There are couches to lounge on; a sound system, TVs and video games for entertainment; and pool tables, table tennis, Foosball, soccer and air hockey for fun and excitement. Other equipment includes dozens of games and loads of arts and crafts supplies. Outdoor play equipment is also available, as well as access to the adjacent rock climbing wall. The environment is conducive to self expression and individuality and provides teens with understanding and caring guidance.

We have joined First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move campaign towards fighting childhood obesity. Studies have shown that every child should engage in 60 minutes of vigorous play every day to develop to a healthy weight. We strive to  increase physical activity by providing playgrounds and community centers where they can play and be active after school. Our programs maintain a vibrant and challenging atmosphere to keep participants engaged.

If you are the parent of a special needs teen, please refer to the Children with Special Needs page for more information.

For information for teens and parents, please refer to the Useful Information for Teens and Parents webpage.

For more information regarding Family Fun and Special Events, refer to the Family Fun and Special Events page.

For registration assistance, please call (310) 802-5448. For more information, please contact Teen Center Supervisor Brianne Sternad at (310) 802-5426 or Michael Brooke, Recreation Supervisor, at (310) 802-5435.

Have a Teen Center Birthday Party!

The Teen Center is now available for birthday parties on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Depending on what games and equipment are included, fees range from $230 to $345 for a four-hour party.  For an additional $100, the Teen Center may be rented for the entire day.

Packages:

Package #1: $230 
Includes: A ping pong table, Foosball, Pop-a-Shot and air hockey plus the patio adjacent to the Center. 

Package #2: $288
Includes: All of the above plus an outside barbecue and picnic pad, use of the rock wall and sport court with adjustable height basketball rims and volleyball net. 

Package #3: $345
Includes: All of the above plus skate ramps (protective equipment required and available), TV, DVD, video and sound system and one-and-one-half hours (90 minutes) of arts and crafts projects led by the Teen Center staff.

To reserve the center or for more information, contact Ada Wallace, Facility Reservations, at (310) 802-5410. Reservations must be made at least 10 business days before the event and a $300 security deposit is required.

For more information, contact Brianne Sternad, Teen Center Supervisor, at (310) 802-5426, Michael Brooke, Recreation Supervisor, at (310) 802-5435 or Recreation Services Manager Idris Al-Oboudi at (310) 802-5404.