Check out our current brochure for programs dates, times and fees.
Court Rentals
Racquetball - Downtown Branch
The Downtown Branch has 4 racquetball/handball courts.
Members can walk on to any court at no cost or pay $2.50 to reserve a court.
Tennis - East Branch
The East Branch has 5 indoor tennis courts.
Members can walk on to any court at no cost or pay $10 to reserve a court for an hour and a half .
Youth Sports
Basketball
4 & 5 Year Old Basketball Classes
This class is a fun energetic class for boys and girls to learn the very basic skills needed to play basketball. Basketball rims are lowered to 8 feet and a Jr. size ball is used.
K-2 Basketball League
This Co-ed league is designed especially for youth just entering league play. The games are played on an eight foot rim while using a Jr. size ball. Dribbling, Passing, Shooting and the basic rules will be emphasized. Score will not be kept in this recreational league. All coaches are on a volunteer basis.
3 & 4 Basketball League
The 3rd & 4th Grade Basketball League is separated by grade and by gender. This developmental league is based on core values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility while learning the skills necessary for play. Volunteers will teach the basic fundamentals of offensive and defensive skills required to play basketball. Games are played on a ten foot rim while using a regulation girls' ball. All coaches are on a volunteer basis.
Grades 5 & 6 Fall Basketball League
In this instructional league, youth will be broken up by grades and gender. Our trained volunteer coaches will help prepare the young athlete for Jr. High play which includes offensive and defensive plays. Games are eight minute quarters. League begins in the Fall.
Grades 5 & 6 Competitive Basketball League
Our Jr. High formatted league is broken up by grade and gender. Rules and regulations follow Jr. High OHSAA (Ohio High School Athletic Association) guidelines which will help these young athletes get ready for play in Middle School. League standings will be kept and a tournament will be played at the end of the season.
High School Basketball League
This league is a competitive league designed for those not already on a school team. Stats and standings will be kept for season ending tournament play. There will be an end of the season All Star game. Games will be played at the Downtown Branch.
Flag Football
Co-ed Flag Football for Ages 4 - Kindergarten
Volunteer coaches teach the fundamentals of Flag Football. Basic hand-offs, proper throwing/catching techniques, blocking and sportsmanship will be taught. Thirty minute practices will be held before game time. Skills taught by trained volunteer coaches.
Co-ed Grades 1 & 2 Flag Football
This league is an instructional league with volunteer coaches. Children will learn basic defensive and offensive schemes that help prepare them for the next level of play. Thirty minute practices will be held before game time.
Gymnastics
Tiny Tumblers for ages 2 & 3 with an adult
Introduce your child to gymnastics in this adult-child interactive class. You assist your child while the instructor leads you in group activities and an obstaclecourse of gross motor and basic gymnastic skills. Come ready to have fund with your child!
Tumbling Tots for ages 4 & 5
Learn basic gymnastics skills, body positions and terminology while building strength and coordination by participating in group activities and following an obstacle course full of rolling, jumping, balancing and more!
Intro to Gymnastics for ages 6-10
Learn progressive gymnastic skills, proper body positioning and terminology of gymnastics on a variety of equipment.
T-Ball
Co-ed 4 & 5 Year Old T-Ball
Volunteer coaches will teach the young athletes how to throw, hit, field, and run the bases. 30 minute practices before the game.
Co-ed 6 & 7 Year Old T-Ball / Coach Pitch
At this level of play we start to develop the skill of hitting without the tee and start fine-tuning some of those fielding skills. Designed to prepare the young athlete for the next level.
Judo at the YMCA
“A Family that THROWS Together GROWS Together”
Judo is a Martial Art which focuses on: Throws, Hold Downs, Chokes, and Arm Locks. Judo has been an Olympic Sport since 1964. In Judo, participants will develop coordination, self-control, self-esteem, learn teamwork, and how to set and achieve goals. Learning and reinforcing RESPECT is a major part of Judo. Judo is considered the best Martial Art for youth to learn. At the YMCA, all of the Judo Instructors are certified through the National Judo Organization.
The students will have the opportunity to be promoted through the National Judo Rank System.
We also have a Web Site at www.amerikanjudo.org that will give you more information on Judo.
Lil Dragons Judo 101 / Ages 4-7
This class is for beginners through white/gold belt. Participants will learn basic motor skills, teamwork, and basic judo techniques in this class.
Judo 101 / Ages 8-15
This class is for beginners through yellow/black belts. They will learn basic Judo techniques and have the opportunity to enter tournaments.
Judo 102 / Ages 8-15
This class is for orange belts and higher. This class will teach more advance judo techniques. This class will give the student opportunity to enter tournaments, attend clinics and camps.
Judo / Ages 16 & up
In this class you will learn judo techniques, self-defense, physical fitness, and to how deal with others. This class will give the students the opportunity to attend clinic, camps, and enter tournaments.
Judo Open Matts
Practice for all Judo members and all ranks.
Tennis
Level I Tennis Lessons / Ages 4-7
A fun introduction to tenis. Emphasis on coordination, ball striking, and cooperative games. Parent participation is encouraged. No equipment is required.
Level II & III Tennis Lessons / Ages 8-12
Children who attend this class will be introduced to the proper fundamenals of ground strokes, serves, score keeping and proper etiquette. Players will be grouped with those of similar skill level. No equipment is required.
Level IV & V Tennis Lessons / Ages 13-17
Emphasis will be putting improvement on their match plays skills, agility, and stroke techniques. Racquets recommended.
Private Tennis Lessons
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Private lessons are available to all ages.
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All private lessonss will be paid 24 hours in advance before lesson is given.
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Pay for lesson at the front desk of the YMCA and you will be given a punch card.
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After punch card is purchased an instructor will contact you to set up lessons.
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Private lessons will be taught by our USPTR certified professionals