Youth Sports
The Y is the starting point for many youth to learn about becoming and staying active and developing healthy habits they'll carry with them throughout their lives. And the benefits are far greater than just physical health. Whether it's gaining the confidence that comes from learning to swim or building the positive relationships that lead to good sportsmanship and teamwork, participating in sports at the Y is about building the whole child, from the inside out.
Fall 1 Session Programming
After School Flag Football Practice - Grades 1-5
Join us after school to learn the basic skills of flag football! Through a variety of skill-specific drills, activities, and minigames, kids will get the chance to be active in the fall and improve on their kicking, punting, passing, and catching. Staying active, sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun are all core tenets of this after school program!
Dates: Sept 11-Oct 23
Time: Mondays - 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Price: $24.00 Members; $48.00 Others
Registration required
After School Dodgeball - Grades 1-5
Join us after school for the chance to let loose and play some Dodgeball! A classic, outrageously-fun game for all ages, Dodgeball is the perfect activity for any kids looking to stay active and burn some energy after a long day at school. YMCA Youth Development staff will supervise and facilitate a variety of different dodgeball minigames each week. All kids should be ready to catch, throw, dodge - and have some fun!
Dates: Sept 5-Oct 24
Time: Tuesdays - 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Price: $24.00 Members; $48.00 Others
Registration required
After School Volleyball - Grades 1-5
Thanks to popular demand, volleyball will be one of our fall sports offerings for kids to participate in after school! Bump, set, spike... and have fun! Join us once a week after school to work on skills, develop teamwork and sportsmanship, and compete during minigames and scrimmages. Kneepads, arm sleeves, and volleyball shoes are all optional; we encourage each participant to bring a water bottle!
Dates: Sept 7-Oct 26 (No class Oct 19)
Time: Thursdays - 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Price: $24.00 Members; $48.00 Others
Registration required
After School Soccer - Grades 1-5
Looking for the chance for kids to run around after school and have the chance to improve on their soccer skills? Then our after school soccer program is the perfect fit for you! Kids will be led through skill-specific drills, competitions, and scrimmages, with emphasis placed on skill development for dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive footwork! Regardless of past experience with the sport, this program will teach kids the importance of staying active and having fun with soccer.
Dates: Sept 6-Oct 25
Time: Wednesdays - 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Price: $24.00 Members; $48.00 Others
Registration required
Flag Football - PreK-2nd Grade & Grades 3-5
In partnership with the NFL FLAG Football Association, we are offering a brand-new league where kids can learn the offensive and defensive basics of flag football. Through a variety of skills and games, kids will form teams and engage in friendly competition, learning what it means to promote good sportsmanship, be a good teammate, and how to work hard and achieve their goals! All registered youth will receive an officially-licensed team jersey, courtesy of NFL FLAG!
Dates: Sept 9-Oct 21
Time: Saturdays - PreK-2nd Grade - 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Grades 3-5 - 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Price: $60.00 Members; $120.00 Others
Registration required
Kids Karate - Grades 3-7
This 8-week session will introduce your child to Shotokan-style karate. They will learn confidence, self-defense, and self-discipline in fun, non-contact classes.
Dates: Sept 6-Oct 25
Time: Wednesdays - 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $35.00 Members; $70.00 Others
Registration required
High School Intramural Volleyball - Grades 9-12
Looking for a chance to form a team, stay active, and compete in a casual, friendly environment? Find some friends and sign up for our fall volleyball intramural league! League will be supervised by YMCA staff and will feature a referee and score table for each game. Sportsmanship and fairness are expected of all participants! League will be open for any high school student to join, but registration as a team will be required prior to start of league play.
Dates: Sept 28-Nov 30 (No program Oct 19 & Nov 23)
Time: Thursdays - 5:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: Free
Registration required
This activity is partially funded with a grant from Ignite Afterschool through the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funds, CFDA 84.425U, American Rescue Plan Act, Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund.