Children at the Y

Youth Usage Guidelines

Youth ages 12-13 may use the upstairs workout area on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30–7:30 PM with a parent or guardian, after both have completed a weight training orientation. For safety reasons, youth under 14 are not permitted on the second-floor workout area.

Family time is available on the walking track Monday through Thursday from 7:00–8:00 PM. Parents or guardians must remain within arm’s reach of their children at all times.
 

Children in the Y

Children 8 years and older may use Y facilities without parental supervision. Unstructured activities available include free play in the basketball court and game room. All children 7 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or a responsible person (age 14 or older) unless participating in an organized, supervised program.

Youth Sports

We offer a variety of youth programs designed to keep kids active and engaged. The goal of the YMCA Youth Sports program is to teach children more than just how to win the game — we focus on values, teamwork, and building self-esteem. Our aim is to enhance sports skills while ensuring every child has fun and plays to the best of their ability.

A proud tradition of our 150-year-old organization is to give every child equal playing time in each game, fostering a positive and inclusive experience.

To learn more about the youth sports we offer, please visit our Youth Sports and Fitness page.

YMCA Sports Pledge: I pledge to play the game the best I can, to be a team player, to respect my opponent, and to improve myself in spirit, mind, and body.
 

Youth Memberships

At the Y, we offer many different types of memberships.  If your whole family isn't able to use the YMCA, consider purchasing a Youth Membership.  Youth memberships give kids access to the YMCA and membership discounts on all our programs.  For more information, visit our Join the Y page.

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