Youth Sports Leagues
At the YMCA, we believe youth sports are about more than just playing games—they’re about building confidence, developing skills, and learning the values of teamwork and sportsmanship. Our programs focus on creating a positive, inclusive environment where every child can grow both on and off the field. Whether your child is a beginner or ready for the next competitive challenge, we have something for everyone!
Winter Youth Sports - Registration Open
Youth Volleyball | Thursdays
January 8-February 12
This beginner-friendly volleyball program introduces youth in grades 2-5 the fundamentals of the sport, including passing, setting, serving, and teamwork. Players learn through fun drills and modified gameplay designed to build confidence and basic skills.
YMCA GYM
Grades 2-5: 5-5:45 pm
Come sign up your child for Youth Basketball! Here at the Y is a perfect starting point for your child to learn and try out the sport! Many kids start here at the Y and keep playing till its time to go to traveling basketball! Each session will start with 15 mins of practice then we scrimmage the other team on your assigned court for that day! Game based play!
For ages: Pre K to 3rd Grade
CO-ED
$50 Y Members/$60 Community Members
Session 1: November 8th to December 20th
Saturday Mornings - 6 Sessions
Pre K & Kindergarten (Parent Class) - 9:00 - 9:45 AM
1st Grade: 10:00 - 10:45 AM
2nd & 3rd Grade: 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Session 2: January to February
Saturday Mornings - 6 Sessions
Pre K & Kindergarten (Parent Class) - 9:00 - 9:45 AM
1st Grade: 10:00 - 10:45 AM
2nd & 3rd Grade: 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Each session we will work on skill specific drills with fun games to help develop players fundamentals of the game. At the end of each practice we will split in to teams to scrimmage which will help the players learn the importance of spacing and teamwork.
For Ages: Kindergarten to 3rd Grade
Girls Only
$50 Y Members/$60 Community Members
Session 1: November 5th to December 17th
Session 2: January to February
Wednesday Nights - 6 Sessions
5:00 - 5:45PM
For ages: Kindergarten to 12th Grade
In partnership with the Brainerd United Soccer Club, this program is all about development and fun. Sessions will be held at in the main gym at the YMCA.
All sessions begin with interactive activities that improve individual and team soccer skills, and conclude with small-sided games. Training sessions will be facilitated by varsity level high school players and coach, along with a YMCA program coordinator.
*Learn more about competitive soccer at brainerdunitedsc.org
- Coed
- $50 Y Members/$60 Community Members
- Session 1: November 11 to December 16 (Tuesday Nights)
- Session 2: January to February
- Tuesday Nights - 6 Sessions
- K-2nd Grade : 5:00 - 5:45 PM
- 3rd - 5th Grade: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
- 6th -12th Grade: 7:15 - 8:15 PM
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Basketball Programs
Youth Basketball | Saturdays
January 10–February 15
Sessions available for Pre-K through 3rd grade. Our co-ed basketball program begins each Saturday with 15 minutes of learning fundamentals and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Youth, then, scrimmage other teams on their assigned court for the day.
YMCA GYM
PreK-K (parent class): 9-9:45 am
Grade 1: 10-10:45 am
Grades 2-3: 11-11:45 am
Girls-Only Basketball | Wednesdays
January 7-February 11
Girls in kindergarten through third grade will have the opportunity to work on skill specific drills with fun games to help develop fundamentals of the game. At the end of each practice we will split in to teams to scrimmage and help players learn the importance of spacing and teamwork.
YMCA GYM
Grades K-3: 5-5:45 pm
Soccer Programs
For ages: Kindergarten to 12th Grade
In partnership with the Brainerd United Soccer Club, this program is all about development and fun. Sessions will be held at in the main gym at the YMCA.
All sessions begin with interactive activities that improve individual and team soccer skills, and conclude with small-sided games. Training sessions will be facilitated by varsity level high school players and coach, along with a YMCA program coordinator.
*Learn more about competitive soccer at brainerdunitedsc.org
- Coed
- $50 Y Members/$60 Community Members
- Session 1: November to December
- Session 2: January to February
- Tuesday Nights - 6 Sessions
- K-2nd Grade : 5:00 - 5:45 PM
- 3rd - 5th Grade: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
- 6th -12th Grade: 7:15 - 8:15 PM
For Ages: 3yrs old to 10yrs old
In partnership with the Brainerd United Soccer Club, this program is all about development and fun. Sessions will be held at Gustafson Park– a Brainerd City Park.
All sessions begin with interactive activities that improve individual and team soccer skills, and conclude with small-sided games. The price includes a t-shirt that your child can keep. Training sessions will be facilitated by varsity level high school players along with a YMCA program coordinator.
*Learn more about Summer Travel Teams at brainerdunitedsc.org
- Coed
- Dates: Wednesday evenings- June through July /8 sessions
- $65 Y Members/$80 Community Members
For Ages: 5yrs old to 10yrs old
In partnership with the Brainerd United Soccer Club, this program is all about development and fun. Sessions will be held at Southdale Park– a Baxter City Park.
All sessions begin with interactive activities that improve individual and team soccer skills, and conclude with small-sided games. The price includes a t-shirt that your child can keep. Training sessions will be facilitated by varsity level high school players along with a YMCA program coordinator.
*Learn more about Summer Travel Teams at brainerdunitedsc.org
- Coed
- Dates: Tuesday & Thursday evenings- June /8 sessions
- $65 Y Members/$80 Community Members
Youth Soccer | Tuesdays
January 6–February 10
In partnership with the Brainerd United Soccer Club, this program is all about development and fun. Players in grades K–12 will learn footwork, passing, teamwork, and sportsmanship through drills and games led by experienced Y coaches. All skill levels welcome!
YMCA GYM
Grades K-2: 5-5:45 pm
Grades 3-5: 6-7 pm
Grades 6-12: 7:15-8:15 pm
Volleyball Programs
Youth Volleyball | Thursdays
January 8-February 12
This beginner-friendly volleyball program introduces youth in grades 2-5 the fundamentals of the sport, including passing, setting, serving, and teamwork. Players learn through fun drills and modified gameplay designed to build confidence and basic skills.
YMCA GYM
Grades 2-5: 5-5:45 pm
For Ages: 7 - 11 yr. olds
Coed
Session 1: June
Session 2: July
Mondays 11:30am
$50 Y Members/$60 Community Members
Football Programs
Come join us as we learn the basics and fundamentals of Football while having fun doing so! Fun and positive learning environment! Perfect precursor to the BYAA Tackle football program.
For ages: K-1st, 2nd, and 3rd-4th grades
Co-ed
FALL DATES TBD
Come join us as we learn the basics and fundamentals of Football while having fun doing so! Fun and positive learning environment! Perfect precursor to the BYAA Tackle football program.
SUMMER DATES TBD
Gymnastics Programs
Gymnastics will increase their strength, flexibility, focus and confidence in these classes. Attention will be placed on basics such as cartwheels, backbends, walkovers, handstands, jumps and leaps. The coach will do their best to make sure each gymnast is coached to their particular level. Gymnasts will also be introduced to basic vault, bars, and beam skills. These classes are all about having fun and building confidence and proper basics that enable children to take their gymnastics to the next level!
2026 SESSIONS TBD
Tee Ball & Softball Programs
Youth will develop the fundamentals of baseball and softball in an encouraging successful environment. The use of a tee will help them develop confidence in the area of hitting while teaching them the key concepts of the team sport like base running, catching, throwing, and fielding.
For ages: 3yrs to 6 yrs
Coed
2026 SESSIONS TBD
Come join us as we learn skills and fundamentals of Softball while having fun doing so! Fun and positive learning environment! Perfect precursor to the BBFSA softball program.
For ages: 2nd to 4th Grade
Girls Only
2026 SESSIONS TBD
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