Membership: Join WBGC

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club offers three modern facilities: the Southport Clubhouse in Fairfield, the Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse in the Black Rock section of Bridgeport, and the Madison Avenue Community Clubhouse in the North End of Bridgeport. In addition, programs are held at our School-Based Sites at McKinley and Holland Hill Elementary Schools in Fairfield.

Now priced to be even more accessible to all, a WBGC membership opens the door to programs at all three Clubhouses. Additionally, membership includes our youth, teen and family Club Time events.

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Annual Membership Fees*

Grades K-8: $60/year

Grades 9-12: $60/year


FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE



*Annual memberships are valid for one year from the day purchased or renewed.


Please Note:

  • Membership is required for participation in any program at Wakeman Boys & Girls Club's Southport Clubhouse, Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse, or Madison Avenue Community Clubhouse.
  • Any youth in Kindergarten* through 12th grade, regardless of age or town of residence, may join Wakeman Boys & Girls Club.
  • All memberships are non-refundable.
  • Memberships are valid for programs at all three Clubhouses.
  • Membership enrollment and renewal is done online here or through the "Online Registration" button at the top of our site.


*Youth must be currently enrolled in and attending Kindergarten.

  • Kindergarten - 8th Grade

    Membership enables eligible youth to utilize the facilities during open recreation hours and to register for various programs, including classes, leagues, camps, and bus transportation from schools (additional fees apply to After School and other programs). Membership registration is done online here or by clicking the blue Online Registration button at the top of the website.


    Memberships are valid for one year (365 days) and fees are paid in full at time of enrollment or renewal.

  • 9th-12th Grade

    High School Membership includes after school open gym participation and the ability to register for other programs, including teen leadership clubs and basketball leagues.  


    Membership registration is done online here or by clicking the blue Register button at the top of the website.


    Memberships are valid for one year (365 days) and fees are paid in full at time of enrollment or renewal. 

  • Adults

    Adults can access the Southport Clubhouse for limited, specific usage when youth are not on site. Adults interested in using the facility should contact Jocelyn West at jwest@wakemanclub.org or 203-259-4805.


    WBGC also offers adult pickleball programming at both the Southport Clubhouse and Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse. Learn more here.


    Background checks are required of all adult members.

  • Non-Members/Guests

    Non-members (guests) can participate in certain one day activities or Open Gym/Open Rec. A $10 surcharge will be applied on top of any program fee.  

    • A guest may attend the Club one time per year for an activity, program, or event.
    • Guests may only attend programs specifically noted as available to guests.
    • To join an additional program or event, a membership is required.
    • Parent/guardian of guest must complete an guest membership application.

Membership Benefits at Our Facilities

List of services

The Before & After School Programs at our McKinley School-Based Site   utilize the school's APR, library, classrooms, gym and outdoor space to provide athletic and STEAM activities and mentoring, while the weekly Great Futures Mentoring Program is also available at our Holland Hill School-Based Site. 


Our facilities are open daily throughout the school year and on weekends and school holidays. The membership fee entitles all members to use any of the three Clubhouses on a daily basis, according to the daily schedule and the member's program enrollment. 


Membership also provides access to over 100 fee-based programs, leagues and classes including basketball, football, and other sports programs, arts programs, Keystone Club, Torch Club, After School Program, and Summer Day & Specialty Camps.

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization committed to providing high quality staff, facilities and programs for its members. The Club receives income from a variety of sources including grants, fundraisers, contributions, and fees while relying on volunteers to coach, mentor and serve on Boards and Committees throughout the organization. Without these multiple sources of income, the membership fee alone would cost over $500 per child, per year.