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.

 

INDOOR JR. GOLF PROGRAM

Our Junior Golf program is aimed at building knowledge, skills and a love for the game of golf. Participants will be divided into 3 age groups: 5-7, 8-10, 11-17. Younger golfers will meet for 30 minutes and ages 11+ for 45 minutes. Class will meet on Mondays and will be held in the gymnasium. All equipment provided. Registration runs with our 5-week session format. 

Day: Mondays 
Age/Time:
5-7 years: 4:00-4:30 pm
8-10 years: 4:30-5:00 pm
11 & up: 5:00-5:45 pm
Cost:
Ages 5-10 years: $15 members / $30 non-members (5-week session fee)
Ages 11 & up: $20 members / $40 non-members (5-week session fee)
Registration: Register during the 5-week session sign ups. Online:Click here
Instructor: Andrew Papalia, Youth Sports Coordinator

 

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: Tuesday & Thursday (Beginning Oct. 3rd)
Time: 3:00-5:00 pm

 

KIDZ EXERCISE PROGRAMS

 

KIDZFIT - YOUTH EXERCISE CLASS

KIDZfit Youth Exercise 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

 

KIDZFIT - OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

KIDZfit Outdoor Adventures...**Nov/Dec Session....KIDZfit Outdoor Fun Saturdays is for youth ages 5-12 years. Classes will be held outdoors and activities will include cross country skiing (equipment provided), snow play, sled riding, etc. Join us for this all-inclusive environment! Be sure to dress for the weather.  We will hold class inside if the weather is inclement.  Max enrollment = 6. Instructor: Jen Hale & Shelley Lewis

Day: Saturdays (Throughout winter months)
Time: 1:00-1:45 pm
Ages: 5-12
Cost per 5-week session:
Members: $10.00
Non-members: $20.00

 

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 sessions. 
Days: Tuesday/Thursday
Time: 4:00-5:00 am
Ages: 12-15
Fee: $20.00 Members/$40.00 Non-Members (Per 5-week session)
Registration: Opens Dec 6th members/Dec 11th non-members for Jan/Feb 5-week session Online or at the Y Front Welcome Desk.
Instructor: Bryce Glotz, CPT, SFC, CNC

 

 

SOCCER

 

2024 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 25th. 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 25, 2024. Practice times will be at the discretion of the coach. 
• Games will be played TBA'd April thru May 2024.
• Each child will receive a t-shirt.
• Equipment: Shin guards and soft-soled sneakers are required.
• Mandatory coaches meeting: TBA'd. Coaches will contact players with practice information after this meeting**

Registration:
CLOSED

Cost:

Late Registration: CLOSED

 

2024 FALL SOCCER LEAGUE - BOYS & GIRLS AGES 3 - 14 YEARS
 

Any child that is age 3 - 14 as of August 31, 2024, 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.
Registration: NOW CLOSED for 2023. Check back May-June 2024 for Fall 2024 registration.
Cost: 
Sibling(s) Discount: $5.00 discount after 1st child registers.

 

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. Teams will be via draft selection. NO special requests for team placement. 

Games will be played at the Warren YMCA on Sundays throughout November/December beginning Sunday, November 12, 2023.  (*No games Sunday, November 19th due to gymnasiums unavailable.) 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: Closes Saturday, October 7th
Practice: Begin the week of October 23rd (Day/time will be at coaches' discretion.)
Game Dates:  1st games will be played Sunday, November 12, 2023.
Grades:
1st thru 6th
Cost:
Members: $35.00
Non-members: $50.00
Mandatory Coaches Meeting: Thursday, October 12th at 6:00 pm

 

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: TBA'd
Cost: 
Members $35.00 ($45.00 w/ late fee)
Non-members $50.00 ($60.00 w/ late fee)
Registration: Opens December 1, 2023
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.