Youth & Family Programs
Throughout the school year we offer a variety of programs during our program sessions: Sept-Dec & Jan-May.
Our program offerings are listed below, see each session brochure for dates and pricing.*
Register Here Fall 2026 Brochure
For more information, contact Heidi Wilson, Youth Development Director, at heidi@northfieldymca.org
*Not all programs run each session. Check the program session brochure to see what is running
Can Play Adaptive Basketball
Everyone deserves the chance to play, grow, and have fun! Join us for Can Play Adaptive Basketball, a welcoming and inclusive program designed for youth of all abilities. Participants will build basketball skills, increase confidence, make new friends, and enjoy being part of a supportive team environment. Whether you're new to the game or have played before, our experienced staff and volunteers adapt activities so everyone can participate and succeed. Come play, learn, and belong - we can't wait to see you on the court!
Homeschool PE
Interested in a physical education class for your homeschooler? We offer the perfect place and space for this type of unique educational opportunity with Youth Development staff leading students through a variety of lessons that promote fun, physical activity, and the building blocks for general wellness and a healthy lifestyle! Please bring a water bottle and clean shoes to wear in the gym.
Inclusive Soccer Saturdays
The YMCA is excited to partner with Full Potential Therapy to offer Inclusive Soccer Saturdays, a program designed to provide children of all abilities with the opportunity to learn, play, and grow through the game of soccer. This welcoming and supportive program focuses on skill development, teamwork, confidence-building, and fun in an inclusive, safe environment. With guidance from YMCA staff and support from Full Potential Therapy professionals, participants receive individualized encouragement and accommodations to help them succeed both on and off the field. Inclusive Soccer Saturdays are open to children of varying abilities and experience levels, creating a safe space where every player can feel valued, connected, and empowered. Come kick, learn, and belong with us every Saturday!
Location: Full Potential Therapy
Parents' Night Out
Want a night out without the kids? Drop them off at the Y with our Youth Development team for a fun, cozy night filled with arts and crafts, a bounce house, games, a movie, and much more. This is a great opportunity for parents to go out on a date, get some errands done, visit friends, or have a few hours of quiet to yourself! Youth attending must be potty trained.
Saturday Morning Youth Basketball League
Come join us in our gym to learn a classic sport that can be played on courts and blacktops in any season! This program offers skill challenges, practices, scrimmages, and actual game play on Saturday mornings. With two age groups offered, players of all skill levels and abilities are welcome to play in this league, which serves as a great introduction to the sport or a way to build skills for more experienced players! All players should bring comfortable shoes and a water bottle and will receive a t-shirt with their registration fee!
School's Out Days
Do you want your kids to have fun and stay busy during school breaks? Join us at the Y! Enroll for a fun-filled day of swimming, games, crafts, sports, friends and more! These special days replicate Y summer camp fun! Youth attending must be potty trained. Register for one day or for all.
Youth Drop-In Volleyball
Love volleyball and looking for more practice time with the net? Interested in meeting new friends who enjoy the game? This time is designated to give youth more opportunities to play the game they love! This is an unstaffed program - youth will work together to create teams for game play or to simply get extra practice in.
*Schedule subject to change pending weather and other Y programming.