Afterschool Programs
Grades K-5
Need help getting your child to school from the Y? We've got you covered!
Our staff provides safe and convenient transportation from local elementary schools* directly to the Y. After arriving, kids will enjoy a healthy snack, relax with friends in a supervised setting, and transition smoothly into their afternoon Y programs and activities.
Whether they're signed up for swim lessons, youth sports, or an afterschool club, this offering makes the hours after school fun and easy for everyone.
Throughout the school year we offer a variety of afterschool programs during our program sessions: Sept-Dec & Jan-May.
Our program offerings are listed below, see each session brochure for dates and pricing.
Our Fall Session brochure will be available the end of July. Registration will open Aug 1 for members, and Aug 8 for all others.
For more information, contact Heidi Wilson, Youth Development Director, at heidi@northfieldymca.org
*Free transportation for students to the Y from Bridgewater, Greenvale & Spring Creek Elementary
Badminton
Get ready to serve up some excitement and friendly competition! Badminton is a great way for kids to get together and get some exercise and have fun in a casual, low-pressure environment. No experience in badminton? No problem! This sport encourages coordination, confidence, and teamwork, and is a great sport to try for kids who are novices.
Basketball
Come join us in our gym to learn a classic sport that can be played on courts and blacktops in any season! Kids will learn the basics of basketball, including shooting form, dribbling moves, defensive positioning, passing essentials, and more. Throughout the session, kids of all skill levels, from novices who have never touched a basketball to those more familiar with the sport, will improve their skills through drills and minigames, eventually working towards scrimmages and games. Please bring a water bottle and clean shoes to wear in the gym.
Crafts Club
This program will provide participants the opportunity to learn about and create a wide variety of craft projects, from Perler beads and friendship bracelets to clay sculptures! New crafts projects will be offered each week in this casual, fun, low stress program. Beyond just an opportunity for creativity and personal expression, kids will be able to take their crafts home at the end of the session.
Flag Football
Get ready to score touchdowns and create some excitement and friendly competition. Flag Football is a great way for kids to get together after school to get some exercise and have fun in a casual, low-pressure environment. No experience in football? No problem! This is a non-contact program designed to serve as a fun entry point to the sport, as well as a competitive challenge for more familiar players.
Gaga Ball
Kids will enjoy playing Gaga ball and other popular recess games, staying active through different versions of the sport, practice drills, and mini games! Please wear comfortable clothing for physical activity, tennis shoes and bring a water bottle.
Imagination Club
This program is a mix of enrichment activities and will provide participants with the opportunity to engage in a variety of craft projects, science experiments, games and more! Beyond just an opportunity for creativity and personal expression, this club will promote engagement and thinking outside of the box.
LEGO® & Games Club
Join us for a fun, casual hour of LEGO® creations, board games, card games, and everything in between! In this program, students can play games and let their imagination run wild, while making new friends and connections. Students do not need to bring anything special with them; all materials will be supplied.
Mad Scientist Club
Want to learn more about the world of science? This hour of fun includes science crafts, experiments, and more. Make new friends and participate in strange and silly science activities each week.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It's easy for beginners of all ages to learn and can be played singles or doubles. In this program, students will learn the basic rules and skills of this sport through fun drills and activities, with time throughout the session to play games and put their abilities to use. Please wear comfortable clothing, tennis shoes, and bring a water bottle.
Soccer
Sign up for this program and learn the fundamentals of one of the most popular sports in the world! Kids learn to shoot, make good passes, dribble, and more – all while participating in a variety of fun drills and games that are designed to sharpen their skills and emphasize the importance of being a good teammate. Regardless of your experience with the sport, this program is perfect for getting good exercise and gaining new skills!
Swim Lessons
Students will develop skills and gain confidence using YUSA's swimming lesson curriculum. Water safety and skill progression are a priority for all lessons! Students will be in the water 3:45-4:15 and can be picked up on the pool deck after the lessons are complete or in the Community Room at 4:45 where staff will have given the kids a snack.
See Aquatics webpage for additional swim lesson information.
Volleyball
By popular demand, volleyball will be one of our primary sports offerings for kids to participate in after school! Bump, set, spike... and have fun! Join us after school to work on skills, develop teamwork and sportsmanship, and compete during mini games and scrimmages. Kneepads, arm sleeves, and volleyball shoes are all optional; we encourage each participant to bring a water bottle.
Thanks to our 2025 Youth Development Community Partner!