The Society of Young Magicians (S.Y.M.) sponsored by the Society of American Magicians, is a world-wide organization for youth, ages 7 through 17. (At age 18 you graduate to membership in the Society of American Magicians.) The purpose of S.Y.M. is to promote interest in magic as a wholesome hobby that will help develop self-confidence and skill, the ability to speak in public, discipline that comes from learning, practicing and performing magic, and a sense of service to others through helping others lean magic and by performing magic at charitable events.

The Society of Young Magicians has nearly 100 local chapters, called Assemblies, around the country. Adult supervision and instruction are provided by qualified members of the Society of American Magicians, one of the most prestigious world-wide organizations of its kind.

When you join the S.Y.M., you will receive a membership card, pin, subscription to The Magic SYMbol (an online e-zine) discount to the S.A.M. National Convention where many youth activities are featured.