YOUTH SPORT PROGRAMS

NOTE: It is required that children 9 and under be accompanied by an adult at all times while at our YMCA. No Front Entry drop-off or pick-up. Please walk your child to and from their supervised program. 
***Parent/Guardian of non-member youth attending programs may purchase a day pass to use the facility or enjoy our Front Lobby Welcome Center while waiting.

 

NEW FOR 2023 - YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

The Warren YMCA is proud to have been awarded an NFL Flag Football license. The YMCA's non-contact Flag Football League is a program where emphasis is placed on the fundamental of football, teamwork, and having fun. Players in this league will be divided by grade levels 3rd/4th and 5th/6th. Teams will include 5-10 players and will be co-ed. Practices will begin approximately the 2nd week of August and will be held on Monday/Wednesday evenings at the Warren State Hospital grounds. Games will begin August 28th and will run for 5 weeks. Practices will not be held after games begin.  Mouth guards are required. Cleats are recommended, but optional. Players will receive an NFL branded jersey and a flag belt. 

Practices/Games: Mondays & Wednesdays
Games: August 28th thru September 27th
Grades: 3rd/4th and 5th/6th
Cost: $40.00 YMCA Members / $55.00 Non-members
Equipment: Mouth guards are required. Cleats are recommended, but optional. Players will receive an NFL branded jersey and a flag belt. 
Location: Warren State Hospital. (Field past the Warren-Forest Higher Ed building on Hospital Drive.)
Registration: Now Open until July 29th. (Late fee $10 added July 30th-August 6th.) Online or at the Y Front Desk
Coaches Meeting: Thursday, August 10th at 6:00 pm in Prog. #4
Contact: Andrew Papalia, Youth Sports Coordinator. Email andrew@warrenymca.org
 

 

CLIMBING WALL

The YMCA has an indoor climbing wall available for our members to use free of charge during open climbing. This is a staffed activity and participants must have a signed climbing waiver on file. Stop at the Y Front Desk for a BLUE climbing band prior to climbing room entry.

Open Climbing Wall Hours
Day: Wed/Thur
Time: 5:30 - 8:00 pm 

 

KIDZ EXERCISE PROGRAMS

 

KIDZFIT - Summer 2023

KIDZfit Youth Excercise Class - All Inclusive...KIDZfit is designed for all youth ages 5-12 years. Participants will enjoy 45 minutes of exercise activities such as aerobics, light strength work, yoga, obstacle courses, fitness games, and lots of fun in an inclusive environment! Class will meet on Tuesday & Thursday evenings. Held indoors or out depending on weather. Max enrollment = 10. Instructors: Jen Hale & Shelley Lewis

Day: Tuesday & Thursday 
Time: 5:30-6:15 pm
Ages: 5-12
Cost per 5-week session:
Members: $15.00
Non-members: $30.00
Registration: Sign up with our 5-week session registration dates.

 

KIDZfit Horseback Riding - Special 5-week Program
KIDZfit Horseback Riding for youth ages 5-12 years.   Introduce your child to horses in an inclusive environment.   Kids will learn to care for and lead the horses.  Horseback riding will also be part of this adventure!
Parents must bring their child to MLW Stables @ 2170 Thompson Hill Rd, Russell. (Parents are welcome to stay and participate.)
Max enrollment = 10.
Instructors: Shelley Lewis & Jen Hale   

Day: Wednesday
Dates: May 31st thru June 28, 2023
Time: 5:30-6:30 pm
Ages: 5-12
Cost per 5-week session:
Members: $20.00
Non-members: $40.00
Registration: Opens Saturday, April 29th at 9:00 am until filled

 

SPECIALTY SPORT PERFORMANCE CLINICS, STRENGTH TRAINING AND POWER LIFTING FOR TEENS with COACH K & BRYCE GLOTZ

 

VOLLEYBALL SUMMER STRENGTH & CONDITIONING (Ages 13+)

This is an opportunity for student athletes to prepare for the volleyball season with training sessions that specifically focus on speed, agility, jump-training, strength-training and conditioning. This program will meet during the summer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 13th thru August 3rd. 

Dates: June 13th thru August 3rd (8 week session)
Days: Tuesday/Thursday
Time: 10:00-11:30 am
Fee: $60.00 Members/$90.00 Non-Members (8-week session)
Registration: NOW OPEN! Online or at Y Front Welcome Desk.
Instructor:  K Hughes, M.S, PES, CES Sports Performance Trainer/Personal Trainer

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING (Ages 13+)

Student Athletes ages 13+ who would like to prepare for the upcoming school season sport(s), or those who are looking for summer conditioning training, can register and attend 1 or all 3 sessions of Strength & Conditioning with Coach K.
Training sessions will focus on speed, agility, jump training, conditioning, strength and more. 

Dates: (3 week sessions)
June 12-30
July 10-28
July 31-August 18
Days: Monday/Wednesday
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Fee: $25.00 Members/$50.00 Non-Members (Per 3-week session)
Registration: NOW OPEN! Register early to reserve a spot as class size is limited. Online or at Y Front Welcome Desk.
Instructor: K Hughes, M.S, PES, CES Sports Performance Trainer/Personal Trainer
Contact: For additional information on YMCA Summer Sports Conditioning Clinics please email K. Hughes at khughes@warrenymca.org

 

WEIGHT LIFTING FOR TEENS (Ages 12-15)

Weight lifting class for teens with limited or no experience with resistance training. Emphasis placed on safety, ettiquette, and proper lifting technique. Discussions include progressive overload, benefits of different rep ranges, and maximizing results.  Members and non-members welcome to register! Led by Bryce Glotz, Certified Personal Trainer.

Dates:
Runs with our 5-week summer sessions
Days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Time: 8:30-9:30 am
Ages: 12-15
Fee: $30.00 Members/$60.00 Non-Members (Per 5-week session)
Registration: NOW OPEN! Online or at the Y Front Welcome Desk.
Instructor: Bryce Glotz, CPT, SFC, CNC

 

BEGINNER POWERLIFTING (Ages 15+)

This class is for anyone who has resistance training experience and wants to improve their strength in the bench press, back squat, and deadlift. Focus on set-up and execution of the big 3 lifts. Includes proper spotting techniques, core training and mobility drills. Members and non-members welcome to register! Led by Bryce Glotz, Certified Personal Trainer.

Dates:
Runs with our 5-week summer sessions
Days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Ages: 15 & up
Fee: $30.00 Members/$60.00 Non-Members (Per 5-week session)
Registration: NOW OPEN! Register Online or at the Y Front Welcome Desk.
Instructor: Bryce Glotz, CPT, SFC, CNC

 

 

SOCCER

 

2023 SPRING INDOOR MINI SOCCER - BOYS & GIRLS AGES 3-8 

Children ages 3 thru 8 years are eligible to participate in our Spring Mini Soccer League. All games and practices will be held inside at the YMCA. This will be a league similar to the Fall Soccer Program, but the number of players on a team will be modified and the playing field will be set up indoors in the gymnasium. This is a great opportunity for boys and girls to get many quality touches with the soccer ball and to develop skills. *Must be 3 years old before March 27th. Volunteer coaches are needed. If you're a good parent, you'll make a great coach!

• Practices will be held 1-time per week (early evening) beginning the week of March 27, 2023. Practice times will be at the discretion of the coach. 
• UPDATE: Games will be played on Saturdays beginning April 22nd thru May 20, 2023.
• Each child will receive a t-shirt.
• Equipment: Shin guards and soft-soled sneakers are required.
• Mandatory coaches meeting: Tuesday, March 21st @ 6:00 pm. Coaches will contact players with practice information after this meeting**

Registration:
CLOSED

Cost:

Late Registration: CLOSED

 

2023 FALL SOCCER LEAGUE - BOYS & GIRLS AGES 3 - 14 YEARS
 

Any child that is age 3 - 14 as of August 31, 2023, is eligible to sign up for the Warren County YMCA Recreational Fall Soccer League. All games and practices are held at Warren State Hospital grounds,Rt. 62, Warren, Pa. Practices are weekday evenings beginning approximately the second/third week in August and will not exceed two (2) practices per week up to the first game. After the first game, teams will reduce practice to one day per week. All upper age division games (U10-U15) will be played on Saturdays, ranging from 9:00 am thru approximately 1:00 pm. Lower age division (U4-U8) games will be held on weeknights.

Shin guards are required. Soccer cleats are recommended, but optional. *Black shorts are required for the U-15 age group.
Please contact Andrew Papalia, Youth Sports Coordinator at andrew@warrenymca.org for more information. Like us and follow us on Facebook at: Warren County YMCA Recreational Soccer League

Age Divisions:
U-4 (3 years olds) *boys & girls combined. Parent/Guardian MUST attend practices & games with child in U4 age group.
U-6 (4 & 5 year olds) * boys & girls combined
U-8 (6 & 7 year olds) * boys & girls combined
U-10 (8 & 9 year olds)
U-12 (10 & 11 year olds)
U-15 (12, 13 and 14 year olds)
*Depending on the number of sign-ups, divisions may combine genders

Dates: Season runs mid-August through mid-October.
            **Players will be contacted after coaches' meeting which will be held the 1st week of August.
Cost:  $30.00 Members / $40.00 Non-members
            ($10 late fee will be added for registrations from June 24 - July 1st)
Registration: Now open thru Friday, June 23, 2023. Online or at the Y Front Welcome Desk.
Late Registration: Saturday, June 24th thru Saturday, July 1, 2023 with $10 added late fee.
             NO registrations will be accepted after July 1st.
Sibling(s) Discount: $5.00 discount after 1st child registers.
             (No sibling discount on registration kickoff day, Saturday, April 29th)

 

BASKETBALL

 

2023 YMCA GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE - GRADES 1-6 
October thru December

The YMCA girls' basketball league combines team play and individual skills in a fun and supportive environment. Young girls will develop basketball skills including passing, receiving, shooting, footwork, and dribbling. Not only will they have an opportunity to improve their technique, but they will also build social skills, gain confidence, and develop leadership skills. All skill levels are welcome. Teams will be organized based on grade levels and enrollment.
Games will be played at the Warren YMCA on Saturdays throughout November/December. *No games Thanksgiving weekend. Practices will be held 2x per week beginning the week of October 23rd. Practices will drop to 1x per week after games begin and will be held at the Warren YMCA. *Practice days/times are determined by coach.

Registration: September-Oct 2023. 
Practice: Begin the week of October 23rd (Day/time will be at coaches' discretion.)
Game Dates:  1st games will be played on November TBA'd  (No games Thanksgiving weekend)
Grades:
1st thru 6th
Cost:
Members: 
Non-members:
Mandatory Coaches Meeting: TBA

 

2024 YMCA BOYS BASKETBALL LEAGUE - GRADES 1 - 6  
February - March

The YMCA Boys Basketball League is a league where the emphasis is placed on fundamentals, adding onto those basic skills, and simply having fun! Players will either learn the basic skills they need or add on to already existing skills by using age/skill level appropriate drills and techniques.
 

Practice - Begins 1st week of February and will be held 2x per week until games begin. After games begin, practices will be 1x per week. Team coach will set practice day(s) and time.
 

Dates: League runs February through March.
Games: Saturdays beginning Saturday, February 17th thru March 16, 2024.  Games played on Saturdays at the YMCA between 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost: 
Members $35.00 ($45.00 w/ late fee)
Non-members $50.00 ($60.00 w/ late fee)
Registration: Closed
Registration Form:
Late Registration: $10.00 added to cost after registration deadline. 
Grades: 1st - 6th
Contact: Andrew Papalia, Youth Sport & Family Coordinator at andrew@warrenymca.org

 

NOTE: It is required that children 9 and under be accompanied by an adult at all times while at our YMCA. No Front Entry drop off or pick up.

***Parent/Guardian of non-member youth attending programs may purchase a day pass to use facility or enjoy our Front Lobby Welcome Center while waiting.