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YOUTH SPORTS

This year we have so many programs for your child to enjoy! At the YMCA, we believe your child should have the chance to try as many new sports as possible during their early years. We publish team rosters and schedules online to help you keep up to date with everything that’s going on. Also check out our new ‘Sports Center’ bulletin board at the entrance to the gym.

Youth Leagues

NEW! Tee-Ball & Coach Pitch Baseball Leagues (April – June)

This is a skill and player development program. Children will play in small sided practices and games and learn that teamwork and sportsmanship come before competitiveness. Our volunteer coaches will use games and practice activities as teaching tools so that all children will be able to improve their skills regardless of their ability or experience.

Youth Tee-Ball & Coach Pitch Registration:

Grades: K - 1, 2 – 3
Schedule: Week of April 28 - week of June 9 (no practice/game Memorial Day)
Location: Mitchell Fields (1900 Fuller Road)
Fee: $35 members, $70 community members
Registration period: April 16 – April 28

Download the Youth Tee-Ball & Coach Pitch registration form here or register online.

Youth Soccer Indoor League (March – April)

Youth Indoor Soccer League Game Schedules

Click age bracket below for Youth Indoor Soccer League team rosters. Please be aware that rosters are subject to change in the event that late registrants are added to teams. You will receive a final roster when you bring your child to his/her first practice. Thank you!

Kindergarten – 1st Grade: Games at 5:00/5:45 p.m.

2nd – 3rd Grade: Games at 6:30 p.m.

The Ann Arbor YMCA Youth Soccer League is a skill and player development program. Children will play in small sided practices and games that emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship before competition. Our coaches will use games and practice activities as teaching tools so that all children will be able to improve their skills. It is our hope that the program will increase your child's enthusiasm for the sport of soccer, while giving them confidence in their own abilities and helping them develop a positive attitude towards physical activity.

Fall Youth Basketball League: October-December
Winter Youth Basketball League: January-February

The Youth Basketball League is an instructional program that teaches kids the fundamentals of basketball within a league structure. Volunteer coaches and referees use fun games and activities as teaching tools so that all children develop their skills. It is our hope that this program will increase your child’s excitement for the sport of basketball, while giving them confidence in their own abilities and helping them develop a positive attitude towards physical activity.

Youth Flag Football League (Oct -November)

YMCA Flag Football is an instructional program designed for youngsters new to the sport of football as well as those not quite ready for tackle football. Children learn how to play the sport, brush up on rules, tactics, and skills, improve their game and most importantly, HAVE FUN! Each team is coached by volunteer parents and community members, and our focus is on football education, participation, and sportsmanship. Each team will have one Wednesday evening practice and one Saturday morning game a week. Online registration is available.
Ages: Rookies: Ages 6 – 8; Winners: Ages 9 - 12
Schedule: Practices: Wednesdays; Games: Saturdays
Location: Riverside Park, 1009 Canal Street, Ann Arbor (Click here for map)

Youth Sports Classes

Active Girls (Year round)

This unique class provides girls aged 6 – 9 with a wonderful opportunity to experience the benefits of physical activity in a safe, supportive and fun atmosphere. Girls will explore their physical capability through a number of activities including basketball, soccer, swimming and other active games.
Ages: 6 – 9
Schedule: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Gym
Fee: $28 YMCA Members, $53 community members

NHL Street Hockey (Year round)

Sponsored by the Detroit Redwings, this exciting program introduces your son/daughter to the fundamentals of hockey at the YMCA. This is a high energy game that helps develop hand eye coordination and teamwork skills in a fun atmosphere. All equipment is provided.
Ages: 4 – 6
Schedule: Saturdays 11-11:45 a.m.
Location: Gym
Fee: $28 YMCA members, $53 community members

Learn to play Basketball! (Year round)

Does your son or daughter enjoy playing basketball? Can’t wait for our fall basketball league to begin? Then enroll him or her today in our instructional youth basketball clinic. Children work with experienced coaches to develop their basketball skills and in an environment that encourages praise and positive reinforcement. This is a great place for your child to make new friends and continue learning basketball skills in a safe and fun environment.
Ages: 5-12
Schedule: Tuesdays; Grades K – 1: 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.; Grades 2 – 3: 4:45 – 5:45 p.m.; Grades 4 – 5: 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Location: Gym
Fee: $28 YMCA members, $53 community members

NEW! Learn to play Netball! (Year round)

Are you looking for a new, fun and exciting team sport for your daughter to play? Why not try the fastest growing female sport in Australia, New Zealand & the UK! If you still haven’t played NETBALL and would like to learn more, the Ann Arbor YMCA will be offering FREE netball workshops to girls ages 7 – 12. Netball is a fast team game that involves successfully passing a ball between team mates and eventually scoring goals or points. Our experienced international coaches will teach good teamwork and sportsmanship skills as well as the fundamentals of the game of netball. Pick up a ‘How to’ leaflet from the membership desk and sign up for our free 8 week workshop! Contact Steve Petty at 661-8018 for more details.
Ages: 7-12
Schedule: Thursdays, 6:00 – 6:50 p.m.
Location: Gym
Fee: FREE to YMCA members, $20 community members

New! Kick, Catch, Throw (Year round)

A fun introductory sports class for boys and girls. Children are taught the fundamentals of basketball, T-ball, floor hockey and indoor soccer. Parents are encouraged to come along with their children.
Ages: 3-4
Schedule: Wednesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Location: Gym
Fee: $28 YMCA members (Parent & child), $53 community members (Parent & child)

New! Multisports Mania! (Year round)

This instructional class will develop basic skills in some of your child’s favorite sports. Throughout the program children will experience a variety of active group games and individual drills focused on improving basic techniques in soccer, basketball, T-ball, volleyball, floor hockey and more!
Ages: 5-8
Schedule: Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Gym
Fee: $28 YMCA members, $53 community members

Have a suggestion for a sport you'd like to see at the Ann Arbor YMCA? Email spetty@annarborymca.org with your thoughts, we'd love to hear from you.