Youth
Sports

Winter Basketball

Hit the court with the folks who invented the game – the Y! Our co-ed recreational basketball program is available for boys and girls ages 5 through age 12. Our leagues develop  the fundamental basketball skills of dribbling, shooting and passing.

Every player is placed on a team and coached by a volunteer. There are no try-outs and every child plays.

Registration opens | Monday, October 2

Registration closes | Friday, December 1

Ages | 5-12; Co-ed

Practices | Begin week of January 8

Games | January 27 – March 9

Branches Offered
Greystone | Hoover | Northeast Youth Center | Pelham | Shades Valley | Trussville | Downtown Youth Center

Game Locations
All games will be played on Saturday mornings rotating between the following branches:
Greystone | Hoover | Northeast Youth Center | Pelham | Shades Valley | Trussville | Downtown Youth Center
*Travel for game days will be required

Cost
$63 per child Member
$149 per child Non-Member

Contact
Jennifer Weems | jweems@ymcabham.org

Summer Basketball: We look forward to returning in Summer 2024!

Esports

Esports is a competitive sport through a video game requiring the use of strategy, collaboration, communication and problem solving skills to achieve individual or team success. And it’s bigger than ‘just gaming’. Esports allows for youth and teens who do not get involved in more traditional sports programs to be engaged through this outlet.

In our work with youth, teens and families, we listen and respond. As we navigate the ‘new normal’ in the midst of the pandemic, we recognize more fully that youth need to engage with us in different ways. The Y has been a leader in developing and implementing Youth Sports programs over the years that facilitate the learning of teamwork, health and wellness habits and self-discipline. With the addition and option of Esports, these opportunities continue, along with additional benefits:

• Improved hand-eye coordination
• Improved attention & visual acuity
• Improved basic visual processing and executive function
• Problem solving & strategy skill development
• Boosts self-confidence and player socialization

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

Skills Clinics

Clinics are geared to help athletes develop sport-specific skills. YMCA trained staff and coaches lead players in drills and games designed to develop the fundamental skills required for the sport. Participants are sure to improve on skills, make new friends and have fun. A YMCA clinic is a great lead-up for participating in a class or league setting.

Youth Basketball Clinic (ages 9-12)

Start Date | Sept. 12
Day & Time | Tuesdays; 6:00-7:00pm
Cost | $36 YMCA Members; $72 Non-Members
Click HERE for information and registration

Pickleball Clinics

Want to learn to play pickleball? Join the fastest growing sport in the nation while you enjoy fun friendships with peers. Adults and kids and alike will learn the game from rules, to scoring and strategy.

Locations | Mountain Brook and Shades Valley

Click HERE to register

Tiny Tots

If you are looking for a way for your child ages 3-6 to try out new sports without the commitment to a team, our Tiny Tots-Introduction to Sports Skills program is for your child. Participants will learn good habits such as warming up, organization, teamwork, and an appreciation for the sport. Parent involvement is required for Tiny Tots 3-4 years old.

Click on your desired location below to learn more on sports offered, days, time and to register.

Alabaster
Hoover

Mountain Brook

Trussville

Volleyball League

YMCA volleyball provides players the opportunity to learn the basics of volleyball in a safe and fun environment. In our co-ed recreational league, young players of all skill levels work on the basic fundamentals of volleyball. Every player is placed on a team and coached by a volunteer. There are no try-outs and every child plays.

Registration Opens: Members July 31| Non Members August 7
Registration Closes: September 3
Practice Begins: Week of September 24
Games: October 14 – November 18

Practice Days and Time
Parents will choose their practice day and time at the time of registration.

Game Locations
All games will be played on Saturdays rotating between the following branches:
Greystone, Hoover,  Pelham, Shades Valley, Trussville, YMCA Youth Center
*Travel for game days will be required.

Branches Offered
Alabaster, Greystone, Hoover, Pelham, Shades Valley, Trussville, YMCA Youth Center

Ages 
8-16

Cost
$63 YMCA Members
$149 Non-Members

Contact
Jennifer Weems | jweems@ymcabham.org