Youth

Fall/Winter Youth Sports

 

 

This class is just what your preschooler needs to be introduced to the enjoyment of the game of soccer.  Fundamentals of soccer will be stressed as well as basic game play.  There will be focus on safety, sportsmanship and conditioning.  Parents also will be involved to learn coaching skills as well as encouragement procedures from the sidelines.  This class will be held in the field house and is open to children aged 3-5.  Classes will start Monday, January 30, 2012 and will be 8 weeks long.  Registration is now open, so sign your child up now to guarantee a spot in the class.

 

Monday     4:00-5:00 PM

 

Fee:   Y-Members  $33   Community $47

 

 

An instructional clinic for children that want to develop their skills and prepare for the competitive world of youth sports.  The class will focus on conditioning, ball handling, passing, shooting with an instructional goalkeeping section.  Participants will be placed in the groups of U-8, U-10 and U-12.  This class will be held in the field house and is open to children aged 6 to 12.  Classes will start Tuesday, January 31, 2012 and will be 8 weeks long.  Registration is now open, so sign your child up now to guarantee a spot in the class. 

Tuesday     4:00-5:00 PM 

Fee:   Y-Members $45   Community $60

 

 

 

  

  

 
 
 
 
Instructional Floor Hockey League with Mr. Perkins
This instructional league presents skills and fundamentals through drills and actual game play. Players who are just beginning will be matched with others of similar ability during game play. All players participate equally in each game regardless of their ability. 
Recreational swim time is included for participants in this clinic.
 
Open to boys & girls in grades K through 8th
Saturdays from 9:00 to Noon beginning February 11, 2012. 
 

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Shelly Watson and Jessica Robinette return to bring to the kids a fun combination of cheerleading and basic gymnastics integrated into one class! The basic fundamentals and instruction of cheerleading skills and proper techniques of motions, jumps and building will be taught to participants. This will be a positive experience for all who are involved!
 
Open to children ages 6 and up
Sundays from 4PM - 5PM starting March 4, 2012
Rates:  Members: $35      Community: $70
Registration closes Friday, March 2.  Class is limited and only 20 children will be accepted so please register your child early to reserve a spot.
 
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JR Perdew Pitching Clinic

Your child will enjoy an hour of training in pitching provided by Chicago White Sox pitching coach JR Perdew.  The clinic will include a rotation through stations focusing on different techniques as well as individualized attention in problem areas.

Ages 6 - 17 years old

Saturdays or Sundays from 6PM - 9PM at the Baltimore Ave YMCA.

Clinic dates are February 04, 11 and 12, 2012.

$45 per 1 hour session.  Spaces are limited so get your child registered now.  Registration ends Friday, February 3 but if sessions fill up will close earlier.

Sign-up sheets are located at the front desk of the Riverside YMCA.

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 Returning this February, Kids Gym! This new class format will be enjoyable and safe for everyone! Class will be run as a drop in program for YMCA members only. The first fifteen YMCA members will be allowed to participate in the class. Parents may drop off their children as long as they remain in the building.

All participants should please sign in at the front desk prior to the start of each class.
 
 
Who: Children ages 2 years to 5 years.
What: Participants will play and interact with other children while in a safe and enjoyable environment. An inflatable moon bounce and soft play equipment will be used.
                  When: For YMCA members beginning Friday, Feb 24, 2012 and running through April 10, 2012. Each class will be held in the Riverside gymnasium from 10 am to 11 am.
Where: Each class will be held in the Riverside gymnasium.
Cost:    FREE for YMCA members.