Youth Sports
Jackson YMCA youth sports programs encourage kids to develop new skills and discover their potential through teamwork, healthy competition, and most importantly, FUN. Our staff and volunteer coaches create a supportive environment that helps guide our kiddos through learning the essentials of physical activities, healthy development, and participation.
Fall session dates:
Session I: Sept. 17 - Oct. 22 Session II: Oct. 29 - Dec. 3
Cost per session: $44 Members; $64 Community Day/Time: Saturdays, 9-11 am
For more information, please contact our Day Camp and Sports Coordinator Sam Hunt at [email protected].
Spring Youth Sports
Flag Football
Ages 7-9 and 10-12
Held outdoors, former JCMS fields, 915 Cooper St.
Huddle up - flag football is here! Get your start in this great sport at the Jackson YMCA. Our flag football is a recreational program designed for players new to the sport of football as well as those not quite ready for tackle football.
Soccer
Ages 3-4 and 5-7
Held outdoors, former JCMS fields, 915 Cooper St.
The Y is the starting point for many youth to learn about becoming and staying active and developing healthy habits. Youth sports help build stronger skills and self-confidence.
Tumble Bugs
Ages 3-4
Indoors at the Downtown Branch
Kids learn beginning gymnastics skills, improve coordination, strength and flexibility and get practice.
Rock Climbing
Ages 5-7 and 8-12
Indoors at the Downtown Branch
Climb to new heights at the Jackson YMCA. This class is suitable for all levels; kids will learn climbing techniques and watch their confidence soar!
New for older kids
We are introducing two new programs for kids ages 7-12. They are held 5:30-6:30 pm at our Downtown Branch. Sessions are six weeks. It's a great chance for kids to exercise and learn new skills while mom and dad are taking a group exercise class or working out!
Sports Conditioning gets kids active and ready for the winter season. Starting session dates are Sept. 15 and Oct. 28.
Tai Chi is a non-competitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching. Starting session dates are Sept. 12 and Oct. 24.