YOUTH SPORTS
YOUTH SPORTS
PROGRAMS
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In the age of screens, social media and gaming, our sports programs keep kids moving and social with physical interaction – improving their physical and mental health while teaching healthy competition for improved skills and better confidence.
Sports and recreation at the YMCA are a positive environment where children work as a team and gain new skills and hobbies. While this may just seem like fun and games, these things lay a foundation that will go with them into adulthood.

PRESCHOOL YOUTH SPORTS OF ALL SORTS
This program will help your little one develop the basic knowledge and skills of the game of basketball. We encourage them to learn individual skills as well as the concept of team play.
AGE REQUIREMENTS:
Preschool / 3-5 years
3-5 year olds from 5:30 – 6:00 PM
WINTER 1 Session (7 Weeks) | TBD
**SESSION TIMES: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:00 PM
PROGRAM FEE
Members $45 (1X/Week)
Non-Members $68 (1X/Week)
*Financial assistance is available. No one is turned away due to an inability to pay.
PEE WEE INSTUCTIONAL BASKETBALL
This program is designed to help 3-5 year old children develop very basic skills for basketball and help set them up for more advanced lessons as they get older. Staffed by YMCA Employees, classes will take place one time per week in the green gym.
AGE REQUIREMENTS:
Preschool / 3-5 years
WINTER 1 Session (7 Weeks) | January 12th – February 23rd
**SESSION TIMES: Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:15 PM
PROGRAM FEE
Members: $45 (1X/Week) 2nd Child:$34 3rd Child: $25 4+ Children (Family): $104
Non-Members: $68 (1X/Week) 2nd Child: $58 3rd Child: $48 4+ Children (Family): $174
*Financial assistance is available. No one is turned away due to an inability to pay.
YOUTH SPORTS OF ALL SORTS
This class introduces kids to a variety of sports including basketball, t-ball, soccer, hockey, volleyball, football, and more! Kids will stay active, develop basic skills for a variety of sports and learn the benefits of teamwork in a safe environment. YMCA Youth Sports programs help children grow personally, develop leadership skills and cultivate relationships while having fun.
AGE REQUIREMENTS:
6 Years & Older
6 years & older from 6:15 – 7:00 PM
WINTER 1 Session (7 Weeks) | TBD
**SESSION TIMES: Tuesdays, 6:15 – 7:00 PM
PROGRAM FEE
Members $45 (1X/Week)
Non-Members $68 (1X/Week)
*Financial assistance is available. No one is turned away due to an inability to pay.
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINIC
This program is a two day clinic for 6th-8th grade boys & girls to assist in improving their basketball skills as they advance to the next level of the game. Hosted by the IL Valley YMCA, in partnership with Pat Cinotte; Head Coach for IL Valley Warriors.
AGE REQUIREMENTS:
6th – 8th Graders
WINTER 1 Session (2 Days) | December 7th & 14th
**SESSION TIMES: Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
PROGRAM FEE
Members: $40
Non-Members: $60
*Financial assistance is available. No one is turned away due to an inability to pay.
HOMESCHOOL GYM
This program is designed to help K-12 homeschool students learn the importance of healthy living through sports, teamwork, and fitness while meeting new friends. Staffed by YMCA Employees. Various sessions will be held throughout the year.
A different topic will be covered each week. Topic examples include:
- Sports (basketball, soccer, pickleball, volleyball, etc.)
- General Fitness Instruction
- Team Building Activities
- Fun Games & Challenges
WINTER 1 Session (7 Weeks) | TBD
**SESSION TIMES: Wednesdays, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
PROGRAM FEE
Members: $45 (1X/Week) 2nd Child:$34 3rd Child: $25 4+ Children (Family): $104
Non-Members: $68 (1X/Week) 2nd Child: $58 3rd Child: $48 4+ Children (Family): $174
*Financial assistance is available. No one is turned away due to an inability to pay.
Skill Building and Character
Development Happens Here
For further information, email YMCA Program Director, Amanda Walker by email or by phone at 815-223-7904 Ext: 021
Skill Building and Character Development Happens Here
For further information, email Doug Miller, YMCA Program Director by email
or by phone at 815-223-7904 Ext: 014.