Sports

Empowering young people to reach their full potential

Our youth sports use friendly competition as a way to unite young people around a shared goal and help them thrive as part of a group. We offer tons of monthly programs that take place one or two days a week and is a great way for you or your children to try numerous sports and have an opportunity to gain confidence and learn new skills. 

Countryside YMCA also offers a variety of recreational sports leagues for youth and adults intended to promote activity which encourages fitness, fun and fellowship in the form of organized sports. We'll help all players gain the skill and confidence they need to reach their full potential, whether they’re playing baseball, basketball, flag football or soccer.

If our programs or leagues still do not fit into your busy schedule or you or your child are looking for a higher level of focused one on one attention and training. We also offer small group pickleball and private sports lessons.

Monthly Recurring Classes

Register Online or stop by the front desk to register in person. Once registered, your automatic payment will occur on the 1st of every month. We will prorate & offer make up classes as needed but there will not be a way to sign up in advance for future months until after 25th of the current month. You can sign your child up for a class and they will stay in that class until the end of the 2024-2025 School Year session (May 25, 2025). If at any time you wish to cancel registration you will fill out a digital cancelation form by the 20th of the month. Your child’s enrollment will then expire at the end of that month.

	ALL ABOUT SPORTS This program gives 4 & 5 year olds who are just starting group interactions the opportunity to experience multiple sports and activities. This will include fun skills and games related to the sport/activity of the week. The focus of the class is to teach good listening habits and basic skills and develop coordination.
	BASKETBALL Did you know that Basketball was invented by the Y in 1891? Learn basketball fundamentals in a positive environment that promotes good sportsmanship.
	CLIMBING Develop body coordination through fun activities involving rock climbing in our indoor rock climbing wall. Rock climbing is a full-body workout for both youth and adults that requires intense concentration. We offer belay classes and fitness climbing for youth ages 6-12.
	FENCING Designed for beginners and experienced fencers ages 10 and up, this class teaches basic moves of this international competitive sport. Equipment is provided.
	GOLF Golf provides a place where kids 8-14 years old can learn a life long game while having fun and burning off energy. This class will concentrate on the basics and fundamentals to get kids comfortable with the sport!
	JUDO Judo is a sport of unarmed combat derived from Jujitsu and intended to train the body and mind. It involves using holds and leverage to unbalance the opponent. Judo can help improve balance, flexibility, and increase coordination. This makes it an amazing workout for adults and fun for the whole family! Ages 5 & up.
	SELF DEFENSE The Self Defense class teaches how to react to and evade dangerous situations without years of training by using simple effective techniques taught by experienced Martial Arts instructor Master Peter Hirt. Class sizes are small so that people of all abilities, ages 9 and up can learn self-defense techniques.
	SOCCER Participants develop fundamental soccer skils in non-competitive environment. Social development, rhythm of play, timing, body awareness and character development are emphasized. New games are introduced each week to create a FUN environment to practice passing, trapping, dribbling and shooting.
	SPEED & AGILITY TRAINING Speed and Agility training is training for athletes 6-14 yeras of age. The class will teach speed, balance and core strength. Our goal is to connect kids to their potential!
	TAE KWON DO Students ages 6 and up learn a Korean-style martial art in a familyoriented program. Emphasis is placed on overall self-improvement, selfcontrol, and discipline as well as physical fitness, self-defense, balance, flexibility, and strength. Instructors from the I.K. Kim Tae Kwon Do Centers teach
	VOLLEYBALL Did you know volleyball was invented at the Y in 1895?This program gives players ages 6-12 the opportunity to improve their game and have fun learning the fundamentals of volleyball. The clinic is taught by Karen Miranda, a former collegiate player and coach.

The Power of Play

Playing a sport at any age is beneficial. If you’re trying to find a way to stay motivated and stay active, sports may be your best option. A few of the key benefits of joining sports at the Y – or anywhere – include:

• Sports teach teamwork. Joining a sport helps teach teamwork, especially in kids. You need to work together to reach your goals and win a game.
• Physical health. Sports are physically intense, and if you engage in sports, they offer immense physical benefits. You'll build muscle, burn more calories and even improve flexibility by joining a sport.
• Self-esteem. Many people lack self-esteem and confidence. Kids and adults will build self-confidence and self-esteem by working hard in their respective sports.
• Academics.  In adolescents, sports may even improve academic performance. Many athletes learn the importance of hard work and discipline, and they bring these skills to their schoolwork, too.