Youth Sports at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA are an excellent way to get your kids active. When kids participate in youth sports programs, they build the foundational skills necessary to develop as middle and high school student athletes. Playing sports keeps them active, along with many other advantages.
Explore our catalog of youth sports options and get ready for our next session.
Sports Offerings
Basketball
Basketball was invented at the Y! Learn skills related to dribbling, passing & shooting.
Soccer
Learn the fundamentals of soccer through various games & drills.
Flag Football
Foundational instruction includes running, passing, catching, and flag pulling. Leagues are in association with NFL Flag Football.
Intro to Sports
A great way to introduce your child to a variety of sports in a fun & active way.
Volleyball
Bump. Set. Volley. Learn the skills needed to compete in volleyball.
Tennis
Ready to ace tennis? Learn the proper techniques and form of this racquet sport.
Pickleball
Learn pickleball, which combines elements of tennis, table tennis, & badminton.
Archery
Skill and techniques are taught in this Olympic sport to improve accuracy & emphasize safety.
Dodgeball
Throwing, dodging, and teamwork are taught in this fun and active sport.
Lacrosse
Learn proper techniques including cradling, scooping, passing, catching, & shooting.
T-Ball
Hitting, base running, and fielding are some of the foundational elements taught in T-Ball.
Running Club
A fun way to stay fit, while learning the benefits and techniques of running. Plus, you'll build lasting friendships.
Youth Sports Program Session Dates
Session Dates: January 6, 2025 – February 23, 2025
Registration: December 18, 2024– January 19, 2025
Session Preview Opens: December 9, 2024
Priority Family Registration Opens: December 16, 2024
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
Session Dates: March 3, 2025 – April 19, 2025
Registration: February 19, 2025 – March 16, 2025
Session Preview Opens: February 10, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: February 17, 2025
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
Session Dates: April 28, 2025 – June 15, 2025
Registration: April 16, 2025– May 11, 2025
Session Preview Opens: April 7, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: April 14, 2025
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
Session Dates: June 23, 2025 – August 10, 2025
Registration: June 11, 2025 – July 6, 2025
Session Preview Opens: June 2, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: June 9, 2025
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
Session Dates: September 8, 2025 – October 26, 2025
Registration: August 27, 2025 – September 21, 2025
Session Preview Opens: August 18, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: August 25, 2025
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
Session Dates: November 3, 2025 – December 21, 2025
Registration: October 22, 2025 – November 16, 2025
Session Preview Opens: October 13, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: October 20, 2025
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
Youth Sports Leagues Session Dates
League Dates: December 30, 2024 – February 23, 2025
Registration: October 16, 2024 – December 15, 2024
Session Preview Opens: August 18, 2024
Priority Family Registration Opens: October 14, 2024
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
League Dates: April 21, 2025 – June 15, 2025
Registration: December 18, 2024 – April 6, 2025
Session Preview Opens: December 9, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: December 16, 2024
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
League Dates: June 23, 2025 – August 17, 2025
Registration: February 19, 2025 – June 8, 2025
Session Preview Opens: February 10, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: February 17, 2025
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
League Dates: September 8, 2025 – November 2, 2025
Registration: June 11, 2025 – August 24, 2025
Session Preview Opens: June 2, 2025
Priority Family Registration Opens: June 9, 2025
*Priority family member registration applies to family, family +1, and single parent family memberships.
Employment Opportunities
Interested in becoming a coach or program instructor? We’re always looking for instructors for all our sports to teach kids the skills they need to be successful. Check out job openings at each of our branches.