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 extended to Saturday, December 23

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

Click your preferred branch below to register!

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.

Winter 1 | Jan. 2 – Feb. 17

Registration Opens: Members; Dec. 4 | Non-Members; Dec. 11

Youth Volleyball Clinics

Ages | 9-12

Start Date | Jan. 2

Location | Alabaster
Day & Time | Tuesdays; 6:00pm-7:00pm
Cost | $50 YMCA Members; $100 Non-Members
Click HERE for information and registration

Youth Tennis Clinics

Location | Mountain Brook

Ages | Offered for ages 5-7 and ages 7-10

Cost | Varies by age group

Click HERE for information and registration

Fitness

Speed & Agility

Location | Greystone

Ages | Offered for ages 7-9 and ages 10-14
Cost | $38 Members; $76 Non-Members

Click HERE for more information and registration

Youth Strength Training

Locations | Alabaster, Greystone, Mountain Brook, Pelham, Shades Valley, Trussville

Ages | Vary by level and branch
Cost | $39 Members; $78 Non-Members

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Intro to Plyometrics
Location | Greystone
Ages | 10-14
Cost | $55 Members; $65 Non-Members
Click HERE for more information and registration

To see all skills clinics, select your preferred branch below. 

Tennis – Year Round

With 21 clay courts and 3 indoor courts in the Birmingham Metro area, the YMCA offers a variety of tennis programming with opportunities for juniors to play and participate in one of the healthiest lifetime sports available.

Our USPTA certified tennis professionals offer instructional programs for every level. Looking to get in the game? We offer private lessons, junior clinics, leagues and tournament opportunities at our three tennis locations.

Contact our Tennis Professionals for More Information:
Greystone : Steven Faulkner
Mountain Brook: Joey Unkenholz
Trussville: Mike Higginbotham

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.

Winter I| Jan. 2 – Feb. 17
Registration Opens: Members Dec. 4 | Non-Members Dec. 11