YOUTH SPORTS
Kids learn so much through sports, such as skills and positive attitudes they’ll carry with them throughout their lives. Enriching their personal development is the goal of the YMCA Youth Sports Series - a unique, co-ed sports program that combines the YMCA's philosophy of fair play, teamwork, and inclusiveness with skill development.
Itty Bitty Football
It’s never too early to introduce the game of football to your child’s life. This program will have parents working with YMCA staff to teach children the skills and game of football, with a focus on passing, catching, running and defending. Parent involvement is required.
Dates: September 13 - October 11
Schedule: Wednesday
Time: 5:30-6:30 PM
Cost: $50/member; $100/guest member
Questions?
Contact Jacob Meyer at jacob@ccymca.net.
Youth Karate Class
Learn self-confidence, self- discipline, self-control, and self-defense skills in this exciting class taught by our experienced karate instructor! No experience necessary and uniforms not required.
Age: 5-14 years old
Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (Students meet 3 times per week)
Time: 5:30-6:30 PM
Session 1: September 6 to October 20
Session 2: October 23 to December 15
Location: Studio C
Fees:
Session 1:
$95/member; $142/guest member
Session 2:
$100/member; $150/guest member
Are you interested in an Adult Karate class?
Find out more HERE.
Questions?
Contact Jacob Meyer at jacob@ccymca.net.
Fall Flag Football League
Players will be placed on teams and compete against other teams in the league. Players will learn the basic rules of football as well as the skills of passing, catching, running and basic plays in their practices and then get to work on their skills in the game.
This is a non-contact sport with emphasis on teamwork, fair play, and sportsmanship. It is a great opportunity for prospective football players to play football play in a fun and competitive environment and build a solid foundation of the game!
Team Attire: All players receive a team t-shirt. Metal cleats/spikes are NOT allowed.
Age: Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Dates: September 9 to October 21
K - 5th Grade:
- K-5th grade players will be placed on teams by the Sports Director. Teams will have a 20 minute practice followed by a 40 minute scrimmage each Saturday.
6th - 8th Grade:
- 6th-8th grade players will have a mandatory skills assessment on August 28 from 5:30-7 PM. Players will be evaluated during the skills assessment and assigned to teams.
- Make-up skills assessment is August 29 from 6-7 PM.
- 6th-8th grade teams will have a one hour, mid-week practice each week and games on Saturdays. Games in the 6th-8th grade league are competitive with scorekeeping.
Location: Fields at the Stephens Family YMCA
Registration Deadline:
K-5th - August 31
6th-8th - August 25
Fees:
$75/Member; $130/Guest Member
Interested in multiple sports for your child?
Check out the Youth Sports Package and sign up for 3 or 5 sports for the 2023-2024 school year.
Questions?
Contact Jacob Meyer, Sports Director, at jacob@ccymca.net.
Fall Basketball League
Players will be placed on teams and compete against other teams in the league. Players will learn the fundamentals of basketball with an emphasis put on teamwork, fair play, and sportsmanship. This is a great opportunity for young players to play in a fun and competitive environment and build a solid foundation of the game!
Age: Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Dates: October 26 to December 16 (no practices/games Thanksgiving week)
- 3rd-4th grade boys teams will play on Thursday evenings
- 7th-8th grade teams will play on Friday evenings
- All other grades will play on Saturdays
K - 4th Grade:
- K-4th grade players will be placed on teams by the Sports Director. Teams will have a 20 minute practice followed by a 40 minute scrimmage each week.
5th - 8th Grade:
- 5th-8th grade players will have a mandatory skills assessment either on October 16, 17, 18, or 19. (assessment day varies based on league signed up for) Players will be evaluated during the skills assessment and assigned to teams.
- 5th-8th grade teams will have a one hour, mid-week practice each week and games on Saturdays. Games in the 5th-8th grade league are competitive with scorekeeping, registered IHSA officials, and an end-of-season tournament to crown a champion!
Location: Stephens Family YMCA Gymnasiums
Registration Deadline:
K-4th - October 20
5th-8th - October 13
Fees:
$75/Member; $130/Guest Member
Interested in multiple sports for your child?
Check out the Youth Sports Package and sign up for 3 or 5 sports for the 2023-2024 school year.
Questions?
Contact Jacob Meyer, Sports Director, at jacob@ccymca.net.
Soccer For All
Soccer for All is a 5-week class focusing on the basic skills of indoor soccer. Participants can have fun in a non-competitive way, and have support in learning new skills. This is a Larkin’s Place friendly program, meaning it is designed to include participants of all ability levels. This is a great class for someone who wants to learn more about soccer, or is a first time player! Skill taught include dribbling, passing, shooting, and goal keeping. Social skills, such as turn taking and cooperative play will also be integrated.
Age:
5-14
Date:
Wednesdays; September 13 - October 11
Time:
4:30-5:15 PM
For any questions about accessibility, or if your child needs any kind of modification, please contact the Larkin’s Place Director, Alyssa Anderson.
NOTE: You will receive an email from the Larkin's Place director to confirm your registration. Class is based on minimum participation requirements
Volleyball Clinics
Our clinic is a great opportunity for prospective players to improve their skills in a fun and supportive environment! The clinic is run by Mahomet volleyball coach, Stan Bergman.
Age: 4th-6th Graders & 7th-8th Graders
Days: Sundays
Time: 3:30-4:45 PM
4th-6th Grade Clinic: January 7, 14, 21, 28
7th-8th Grade Clinic: November 5, 12, 19, 26
Location: Stephens Family YMCA
Fees:
$65/member; $110/guest member
Questions?
Contact Jacob Meyer, Sports Director, at jacob@ccymca.net.
Youth Sports Package
Register your child for multiple youth sports programs at once at the YMCA for the 2023-2024 school year. You can pick 3 or 5 of our youth sports leagues to sign up for, which guarantees your child's spot at a discounted price!
Age: Kindergarten - 8th Grade
3 Sports Package Fees:
$190/Member; $330/Guest Member
5 Sports Package Fees:
$315/Member; $550/Guest Member
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2023
The following is a list of the available youth sports programs available with the package:
- Fall Flag Football (Sept 9 to Oct 21)
- Fall Basketball (Oct 28 to Dec 16)
- Winter Indoor Soccer (Jan 6 to Feb 17)
- Spring Basketball (Feb 24 to Apr 13)
- Spring Flag Football (Apr 20 to June 1)
REGISTER NOW!
Questions?
Contact Jacob Meyer, Sports Director, at jacob@ccymca.net.

