Youth Programs

Pre-School Sports

In this 7-week program participants will learn basic skills and play fun games in the areas of basketball, soccer, hockey, t-ball/baseball, and flag football. The last day of class the kids will get to go through an obstacle course.

Ages: 3 to 5 year olds
Winter Session:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer Session: N/A
Fall I Session: Sept 13 - Oct 25
Fall II Session: Nov 1 - Dec 13

Time:
Mon: 9:30am or Thu: 5:30pm

Location: Downtown
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65

Instructor: Jen Kmick

Pre-School Dance

If your little one dances around the house and loves listening to music, come to the YMCA and we will channel that energy as we teach them the basics of ballet, jazz, and other creative movements for children.

Ages: 4 - 6 years old
Winter:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer Session: June 16 - Aug 11
Fall I Session: Sept 13 - Oct 27
Fall II Session: Nov 3 - Dec 15

Time:
Wed: 4:45PM

Location: Downtown Aerobic Studio
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65
Instructor: Sarah DiVigione

Junior Judo

Learn the exciting martial art and Olympic sport of Judo. This program is for beginners interested in Judo. This program is taught by nationally recognized instructors that will teach you a variety of throwing and grappling techniques.

Ages: 5 to 8 year olds
Winter Session:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer Session:
Fall I Session: Sept 14 - Oct 26
Fall II Session: Nov 2 - Dec 14

Time:
Tue: 6:00PM

Location: Downtown
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65

Instructor: Brian Burick

Judo

Learn the exciting martial art and Olympic sport of Judo. This program is taught by nationally recognized instructors that will teach you a variety of throwing and grappling techniques. Available 2 nights a week!

Ages: 9 to 17 year olds
Winter Session: Begins January 12th
Spring I: March 2nd
Spring II: April 20th
Summer Session: See Summer Camps - Downtown
Fall I Session: Sept 14 - Oct 26 / Sept 16 - Oct 28
Fall II Session: Nov 2 - Dec 14 / Nov 4 - Dec 16

Time:
Tue and/or Thu: 7:00PM

Location: Downtown
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65

If you'd like to register for both nights:
Members $50
Non-Members $90

Instructor: Brian Burick, Maria Santiago, and Tim Rayner

Youth Sports

Children will participate in 7 weeks of different sports including soccer, basketball, hockey, and t-ball. Each class will consist of games and instruction of basic skills pertaining to each sport. The class will focus on getting your little one's excited about playing sports, and hopefully get them tired out at the same time!

Ages: 5 - 7 years old
Winter:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer Session: N/A
Fall I Session: Sept 15 - Oct 27
Fall II Session: Nov 3 - Dec 15

Time:
Wed: 5:30PM

Location: Downtown
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65
Instructor: Jason Kmick

Junior Artists

The YMCA is implementing a brand new art program for children. This is a great program for your child if they are looking for a creative outlet to explore their artistic side in creating new and exciting art works. The class will involve a variety of different artistic techniques taught by a qualified instructor. Join us and express yourself!!

Ages: 5 - 7 years old
Winter:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer Session: N/A
Fall I Session: Sept 18 - Oct 30
Fall II Session: Nov 6 - Dec 18

Time:
Sat: 2:00PM

Location: Downtown
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65
Instructor: Meghan Kennedy

Intro to Guitar

This instructional program will meet each week to learn the basics of playing guitar. The YMCA's resident rocker will go over chords and finger exercises to help you on your way to becoming a rocker of your own. Playing guitar with others is the best way to improve your skills, so come join us this winter and spring for the YMCA rock party.

Ages: 8 - 17 years old
Winter:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer Session: See Summer Camps - Downtown
Fall I Session: Sept 18 - Oct 30
Fall II Session: Nov 6 - Dec 18

Time:
Sat: 1:15PM

Location: Downtown
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65
Instructor: Joe Onufrak and Jason Kmick

Junior Penguins Hockey

Participants will learn basic skills associated with hockey such as handling, passing, shooting and defense. We will play a variety of hockey games that will help the kids learn basic skills while having fun at the same time.

(*Indicates a 9-week summer session and an increase in price, Members/$40; Non-Member/$70)

Ages: 5 - 17
Winter:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer: June 19 to Aug 14*
Fall I: Sept 18 to Oct 30
Fall II: Nov 6 to Dec 18

Time:
Sat: 11:00AM (ages 5-8); 12:00 noon (ages 9-12)

Location: Dek Rink (Spring II, Summer)/Downtown (Winter, Spring I)
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65
Instructors: Don Switzer and Dave Mikesell

Skating/Rollerblading Lessons

This fall sign up to learn how to roller skate or roller blade from qualified instructors. Anyone ages 6 and up aspiring to play roller hockey or simply to learn to skate come join us for your own time on the rink and improve your skating!

Ages: 6 - 18
Winter:
Spring I:
Spring II:
Summer Session: June 19
Fall I Session:
Fall II Session:

Time:
Sat: 10:00AM

Location: Dek Rink (Spring II)/Downtown (Winter, Spring I)
Fees:
Members: $30
Non-members: $65
Coordinator: Dave Mikesell