Youth Programs
Afterschool Care 2023-2024 School Year
Afterschool Care with the Ashland Family YMCA is for Kindergarten - 5th graders enrolled in the Ashland School District. All registrations can be emailed to youth@ashlandymca.org or you can register online.
On Site at the Ashland Family YMCA, Bellview, Helman and Walker.
Automatically receive YMCA financial assistance by qualifying for free/reduced lunch. If you have not yet applied for free/reduced lunch, click here!
Registration for Afterschool Care is for the entire school year.
Afterschool Care with the Ashland Family YMCA strives to keep youth active, busy and engaged during the critical hours after school. With a well-rounded approach to youth development, Afterschool Care offers activities in a caring and safe environment. Through healthy living, character development, and academic support, the Y’s afterschool program staff nurtures the potential of youth throughout the school year. Afterschool Care is for children enrolled in the Ashland School District, in grades kindergarten through fifth. Children will have opportunities to do homework, participate in indoor and outdoor play, swim at the Y, explore the arts, experience STEM, and have free choice with small and large group activities. Your child will be provided with an afterschool snack.
The class is offered from 9a-3:30p with a 30-minute lunch break.
Please bring a water bottle, snacks, and a lunch.
A $10 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is due at the time of registration.
Tuesdays, February 7/14/21/28
OR
Wednesdays, February 1/8/15/22
$25 Y-member/ $45 Community includes a $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit
Parent participation is required
Practices start the week of January 9, 2023
Saturday Games: January 21, 28
Saturday Games: February 4, 11, 18, 25
Teams practice twice a week for an hour - Days and Times of practice will be determined by the coach. Teams will play on either Saturday OR Sunday.
$79 Y-member/ $99 Community includes a $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit
We are looking for volunteer coaches! Email sports@ashlandymca.org if you are interested in coaching a team!
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Celebrate your birthday with the Y!
We will offer birthday parties beginning in October!
We offer:
-Pool parties
-Wibit pool parties
-Gymnastics or Ninja parties
-Bounce House parties
When are birthday parties offered?
Gymnastics/Ninja and Bounce House parties:
· Saturday: 11:30a-1:30p or 2p-4p
Pool parties:
· Friday: 4:30p-6:30p, Saturday: 11:30a-1:30p or 2p-4p
Wibit parties:
· Only offered on the first Saturday of the month from 11:30a-1:30p
How much does each party cost?
Pool, Gymnastics or Ninja Party:
Y-Members: $200 / Community: $230
Wibit or Bounce House Party:
Y-Members: $260 / Community: $290
How do I book a party?
You can fill out the Birthday Party Request Form & Agreement and email it to birthday@ashlandymca.org or stop by the Y to fill out the paperwork in person! Our Birthday Party Coordinator will contact you within 3 business days to confirm your party and take payment.
FAQ
More information collected in a printable PDF can be found here. here.
ChildWatch opens Monday, October 2nd!
Drop-in childcare while you enjoy a fitness class, swim laps in the pool or watch your other child in a class! Space is limited.
Ages 12 weeks - 6 years old
- Monday 9a-12p
- Tuesday 9a-12p
- Wednesday 9a-12p
- Thursday 9a-12p
- Friday 9a-12p
- Saturday 9a-12p
The ChildWatch Room may temporarily fill. Walk-ins: check in with the ChildWatch staff to see if room is available.
- Maximum of 2 hours per visit.
- The child and adult must be members of the Ashland Family YMCA in order to utilize ChildWatch.
- The adult MUST remain inside the YMCA or on our soccer fields.
- Children should be clean and fed prior to coming to ChildWatch.
- You MUST have your membership card with you to check into our ChildWatch room.
Click HERE for our ChildWatch Rules.
Add ChildWatch as a monthly add-on to your membership! With this add-on, your child can attend ChildWatch as many days as you'd like in the month, for up to 2 hours each day.
For one child: $30/month
Any children added after that would increase the monthly fee by $10, per child
*One adult and the child must be active members in order to add the monthly add-on. Stop by Member Services to sign up for this service!
Drop-ins: $8 Y members / $12 community
*Please see the staff in the ChildWatch Room to inquire about drop-ins and sign your child up for the day.
Youth Fencing
Our YMCA Fencing classes are geared towards all athletes of all levels!
Fencing Class (ages 8+)
Students will learn the technique, rules and etiquette of fencing with the standard (non-electric) foil, as well as skills that are fundamental to safety, fun and success in each of the three fencing weapons (foil, saber and epee). Students benefit from physical exercise, enhanced self-confidence and an exciting new skill.
For beginning fencers, the mask, glove and jacket may be rented from the YMCA. Rental cost is $10 per month with an $80 refundable deposit.
Tuesdays
4:00p-4:45p ages 8-12
Tuesdays
5:00-5:45p ages 13+
Program Support is available for those who qualify.
From building stronger skills to gaining self-confidence, flag football at the Y is about more than just the game, it's about building the whole child, from the inside out.
Volunteer coaches focus on building players’ core skills such as ball handling, defense, offense, conditioning and more. All levels are welcome and will be separated by grade. All teams are coed.
Teams practice twice a week for an hour. Days & times of practice will be determined by the coach. Teams will play games on Saturdays.
$109 Y-member / $129 Community
A $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit is due at registration.
An NFL jersey will be included.
Children who participate in YMCA gymnastics will not only develop coordination, body strength, and gymnastics skills, they will make friends, improve social skills, and build their self-esteem.
The Ashland Family YMCA is a safe and fun place to learn gymnastics. The facility is equipped with mats and apparatus that are approved for USA Gymnastics training. The staff are safety conscious, well trained, and dedicated to providing your child with a great experience.
To register for gymnastics classes, click here.
To register for ninja classes, click here.
TUITION POLICY:
- Registration is for the entire school year. Monthly tuition must be scheduled for automatic payment from a bank account or credit card on the first of each month.
- Registration includes a $5 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit for each class, per month.
- To withdraw from the program you must notify gymnastics@ashlandymca.org by the 19th of the prior month.
- New or returning participants may join a class at any time if it is not full.
- Tuition is based on 4, 8 or 12 classes per month and will be pro-rated as needed.
- Due to limited instructors and class size, we do not allow make-up classes.
CLOTHING: Any warm-up type clothing that you can move freely in is fine.
- No Zippers or Buttons.
- NO Shoes or Socks.
Suggestions:
- Leotards, elastic waist shorts, T-shirts, sweats, footless leggings, elastic waist shorts, T-shirts, sweats
- Hair must be tied up out of child’s eyes.
- Leotards are available for purchase in our gymnastics area.
Days we are not having classes 2023-2024:
For more information, please email gymnastics@ashlandymca.org
All participants MUST have a health form on file. Click here for our fillable form. Please email the completed form to gymnastics@ashlandymca.org.
Pre-School Gymnastics
Busy Bees
Parent participation required.
Open play on the gymnastics equipment.
Can purchase 1, 5 or 10 classes at a time.
$9.75 Y-members $14.75 Community
Gym Explorers
Parent participation required.
Half of the class we will learn gymnastics skills with parent help and the last half will be open play on the equipment.
Tu 10a-10:45a
W 10a-10:45a
$39 Y-member/ $59 Community
Tumble Tots
Introduction to gymnastics and the equipment. Emphasis on fun.
We 11a-11:45a
Th 11a-11:45a
Th 5:45p-6:30p
Sat 9:15-10:00a
$39 Y-members/$59 Community
Kindergym
Tumbling and motor development! Beginning gymnastics skills on equipment for kindergarten aged gymnasts.
Th 2:15p-3p
Th 5:45p-6:30p
Sat 9:15-10:00a
$39 Y-members/$59 Community
Recreation School Age
Beginners
Beginning level gymnastics skills; rolls, handstands, cartwheels, round offs, pullovers, hip circles, straddle and squat on vault, etc.
M 3:15p-4:15p
W 2p-3p
Th 3:15p-4:15p
TH 4:15-5:15
F 3:15-4:15p
AGES 7-9
M 3:15p-4:15p
W 2p-3p
Th 3:15p-4:15p
Sat 10:00a-11:00a
$47 Y-member/$67 Community
Intermediates
Instructor approval required
Intermediate level gymnastics skills; back and front handsprings, walkovers, mill and sole circles on bars, handstands and cartwheels on beam, strength.
W 3:15p-4:15p
TH 3:15-4:15p
TH 4:15-5:15p
$47 Y-member/$67 Community
Beginner/Intermediate
Th 4:15p-5:15
$47 Y-member/$67 Community
Pro Rec
Instructor approval required
Non-competitive skill building class. The sky is the limit on skills.
Th 4:15p-5:45p
$68 Y-member/$88 Community
Competition Team Gymnastics
Pre-Team
Instructor approval required
Learning to perfect advanced skills on gymnastic equipment. Preparing to advance to team.
$105 Y-member/$125 Community
Team Level 2
by tryout only
$105 Y-member/$125 Community
Team Level 3
by tryout only
$166 Y-member/$186 Community
Team Level 4-9
by tryout only
$220 Y-member/$240 Community
Ninja Classes
Ninja Classes
Tu 11a-11:45a OR 2:15p-3:00p
$39 Y-member/ $59 Community
AGES 5-6
Tu 3:15p-4:15p
$47 Y-member/$67 Community
AGES 7-9
Tu 4:15p-5:15p
$47 Y-member/$67 Community
AGES 10-12
Tu 5:15p-6:15p
$47 Y-member/$67 Community
Kids Night Out; Enjoy an evening to yourself while we watch the kids!
Kids ages 4-12 will enjoy a night out at the Y. Activities include: crafts, gymnastics floor obstacle course, swimming (kindergarten and older) and more. Dinner is provided. For certain activities, children may be split into age groups. Must be potty trained.
Saturdays, 4p-9p. Drop off at the Kids Club Room from 4p-4:30p, and pick up from 8:30p-9p
- September 16
- October 14
- November 18
- December 16
$34 Y-members/ $50 Community per child (includes $5 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit)
Pre-registration for this program is required. Click here to register online! A $5 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit is due at registration. The remaining balance will be scheduled to draft from your billing method on file 3 days prior to the start of the event.
Cancellation Policy: I understand that if I cancel, my cancellation request must be in writing, via email to youth@ashlandymca.org and received at least 4 days prior to the start of the event. After the payment has drafted, no refund is available.
Lacrosse Clinic
Run by former SOU Coach, Mark Brown! Come learn the basic skills and game strategy of Lacrosse. Build strength, speed, agility and coordination.
Open to youth ages 7 - 15
Mon Oct 30 - Thu Nov 2
9:00-11:00a
Fee: $89 Y-members / $109 Community
Registration includes a $5 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit.
NBA Nourie BMX Flatland Bike Academy
Tue, Thu @ 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
School’s Out Days- When school is out, the Y is in!
On early release, conference, in-service and holidays, we offer School’s Out Days from 7:30a-6p for K-6th grade.
Select dates are available for children ages 3-5 (*MUST be potty trained).
Drop off from 7:30a-9a and pick up from 4p-6p.
Activities may include swimming, playing active games, making crafts, etc.! Please pack a water bottle, snack, lunch, swimsuit, towel & clothing for play outside.
Fees: A $10 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is due for each day at the time of registration. Cancellation requests must be sent in an email to youth@ashlandymca.org 4 days prior to the Play Day.
$45 Y-members/ $70 Community price per day, per child
Dates for K-6th grade:
- October 9, 10, 30, 31* (ends at 3p)
- November 1, 2, 3, 10
- December 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29
Dates for 3-5 year olds:
- October 30, 31* (ends at 3p)
- November 1, 2, 3
Preschool 23-24 School Year
Preschool with the Ashland Family YMCA is for children ages 3, 4 and 5.
We are excited to announce that registration for our 2023-2024 Preschool program is NOW open!
While we are still hiring staff and finalizing our locations, we will have two sites for the 23-24 school year. Ideally, both sites will be at elementary schools in Ashland.
Registration for Preschool is for the entire school year.
WE WILL HAVE TWO PROGRAM OPTIONS for 3, 4 and 5 year old kids. Children must be 3 and potty trained by September 1st 2023.
Half Day from 7:30a-12p, Half Day Tuition is $600 Y-member/ $700 Community (per child, per month)
OR
Full Day from 7:30a-6p, Full Day Tuition is $1,100 Y-member/ $1,200 Community (per child, per month)
**if you would like to become a member, you must do so BEFORE you register your child to get the member rate.
There is a $150 registration and materials fee due at the time of registration. This fee is non-refundable, non-transferable.
Tuition will be drafted on a monthly basis, 14 days prior to the start of each month from a debit, credit or savings account you have on file with the Y. Both registration options are five days a week.
Tuition has been adjusted to account for in-service, holidays, teacher set up and clean up times, etc. For your convenience, we have averaged the yearly tuition over the 9-month school year so your monthly tuition payments are predictable.
The first day of Preschool will be Tuesday, September 5, 2023. The last day of Preschool will be Thursday, May 23, 2024.
Except for the first and last day of school, we will follow the Ashland School District Calendar. If you have questions in the meantime, please feel free to reach out and I will do my best to answer them!
Click this link to register your child for our Preschool Program!
Contact Info:
Suzie Sanders, Preschool Director
e: preschool@ashlandymca.org
p: 541-482-9622 ext 305
Fall 2023
Saturdays: September 9, 16, 23, 30
9:00a - 9:45a OR 10:00a - 10:45a
$25 Y-member / $45 Community
A $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit is due at registration.
* Parent participation is required.
Saturdays: September 9, 16, 23, 30; October 7 and 14
9a-10a OR 10a-11a
$37 Y-member/ $57 Community
A $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit is due at registration.
From building stronger skills to gaining self-confidence, soccer at the Y is about more than just the game, it is about building the whole child, from the inside out.
Volunteer coaches’ focus on building players’ core skills such as ball handling, defense, offense, conditioning and more. All levels are welcome and will be separated by grade. All teams are coed.
Fall Soccer grades K - 6th
Teams:
- Kindergarten
- 1st/2nd grade
- 3rd/4th grade
- 5th/6th grade
Practices start: August 28
First Game: September 9
Last Game: October 14
- League Dates: August 28th - October 14th
- Saturday Games: September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14
- Teams practice twice a week for an hour. Days & times of practice will be determined by the coach. Teams will play on Saturdays.
- A YMCA reversible red and white jersey or red and white t-shirt is required for every game. Jerseys can be purchased with Member Services for $22.
$79 Y-member / $99 Community
A $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit is due at registration.
Fall registration for September swim lessons will open 8/4!
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS month-long sessions (Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs)
During the school year, lesson sessions are monthly. Classes are twice per week and tuition is based on 8 classes. Prices are pro-rated for more/less classes. Mid-month registration for the following month will begin with priority for Y-members. Please inquire for exact registration dates.
Y-member tuition: $47 per session. Community tuition: $68 per session (some months pro-rated)
Each class includes a $5 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit.
Scholarships are available to those who qualify!
Swim Level Times
- 11:15am - Parent Tot
- 3:30pm - Pike M&W, T&TH
- 4:00pm - Ray M&W, Polliwog M&W, Guppy T&Th, Eel T&TH
- 4:30pm - Eel M&W, Guppy M&W, Polliwog T&Th, Ray T&TH
- 5:00pm - Minnow M&W, Fish/Shark T&TH
Swim Lesson Level Descriptions
Pike ages 3-5 (30-minute class): Water adjustment and safe pool behavior are the main emphasis at this beginning level. Blowing bubbles, kicking, and floating on the back are all introduced through games and a variety of fun activities. Max class size: 4 students
Eel ages 3-5 (30-minute class): This class builds on the basic swimming skills learned in the Pike class. Learning to float, kick, and swim on the front and back without any assistance are the main goals of the Eel class. Prerequisite: Independently swim 5-10 feet. Max class size: 5 students
Ray ages 3-5 (30-minute class): At this level, children continue to practice swimming freestyle and are introduced to backstroke and breaststroke kick. Students are exposed to the deep water and begin learning to tread water and diving positions. Prerequisite: Swim independently 3-5 yards. Max class size: 5 students
Starfish ages 3-5 (30-minute class): Advanced level for this age group. Students will refine technique on freestyle and backstroke and increase endurance. Side breathing is emphasized. Breaststroke and butterfly are introduced. Diving is introduced. Pre-requisite: swim freestyle and backstroke 10-15 yards. Max class size: 5 students
Polliwog ages 6-11 (30-minute class): Beginner level for swimmers who are not comfortable in the water. At this level, students will learn to kick, blow bubbles, float/swim on back, and fundamentals of freestyle. Prerequisite: None. Max class size: 6 students
Guppy ages 6-11 (30-minute class): Beginner to intermediate level. Swimmers will continue to develop freestyle and backstroke. Introduction to treading water and dives with more exposure to the deep end. Prerequisite: Swim freestyle 15 yards. Max class size: 8 students
Minnow ages 6-11 (30-minute class): Intermediate level. Swimmers will improve on endurance and technique in freestyle, and backstroke. They will be introduced to breaststroke kick, flip-turns, diving skills and side breathing. Prerequisite: Swim freestyle 25 yards. Max class size: 8 students
Fish ages 6-11 (30-minute class): Intermediate to advanced level. A variety of drills designed to help build endurance and work on technique for all of the strokes. An introduction to butterfly kick and bilateral breathing. Prerequisite: Swim freestyle with side breathing and backstroke 25 yards each. Knowledge of breaststroke kick. Max class size: 8 students
Shark ages 6-11 (30-minute class): Advanced level. Continue building endurance & technique on all strokes. Swim individual medley 200 yards. Prepare for Youth Advanced Swim class. Safety preparation for swimming at rivers and lakes. Prerequisite: Swim 100 yards of freestyle, demonstrate proficiency in back and breaststroke.
Taekwondo at the Ashland Family YMCA is a fun, dynamic, and effective activity program. The unique combination of structured fun action tempered with discipline and good manners provides children with an appropriate environment to apply and release their boundless energy. We provide a safe place, a quality curriculum, and experienced guidance.
Our instructor, Chuck Buhs, has over 35 years martial arts training and instructional experience with black belts in multiple disciplines: 6th degree in taekwondo; 3rd degree in self-defense yongmudo; and, 1st degree in wado-ryu karate and iaido (Japanese swordsmanship). He has taught at several colleges and universities including UC Berkeley and has served as the executive director and head instructor at the Mount Shasta Martial Arts Program for over 10 years.
Fall Taekwondo starts Sept 6, and runs September-May
Beginning Taekwondo, ages 6-8
Mondays & Wednesdays 3:30-4:15 pm
Beginning Taekwondo, ages 9-12
Mondays & Wednesdays 4:30-5:15 pm
Registration is for the school year. New students may start at any time, if space is available. Belt testing is held every 4-6 months. Students who start mid-month may not be ready for testing.
A $5 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit is due at registration.
Monthly Tuition: $68 Y-members/ $88 Community A $5 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit per month is collected at registration. Tuition is based on 8 classes per month and pro-rated as needed. Uniforms are an additional fee and can be purchased for $35 at the Y.
Youth Pickleball Clinic
Registration availability dates are as follows:
Online as early as 8/1/2023 @ 12:00 AM
In-House as early as 7/28/2023 @ 12:00 AM
Experienced player and coach, Cori Frank will be offering a pickleball clinic for young players to come and learn and play the sport of pickleball!
Come learn the basic skills and game strategy of Lacrosse. Build strength, speed, agility and coordination.
Open to youth ages 7 - 15
Mon Oct 23 - Fri Oct 27
3:30-5pm
Fee: $27 Y-members / $47 Community
Registration includes a $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit.