Youth Programs
Select a category below to view the available programs.
SPRING BREAK ARCHERY CAMP
ages 9+
Youth Archery is designed to teach the fundamentals of archery; it provides discipline, respect, and builds character and self-confidence in individuals. Our program teaches kids the concentration, patience and confidence essential for safety and enjoyment of the sport. The focus of our program is to have fun, meet new friends and participate in a non-competitive environment.
MARCH 27-31
10a-12p
$60 Y-members/$80 Community A $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit is due at the time of registration.
These young teens will learn how to be safe and secure while babysitting. Training in basic first aid, prevention, indoor and outdoor safety, behavior management techniques and how to entertain children of all ages will be taught. Hands on experience will be provided with the help of youth program participants. All participants will receive a babysitting bag!
Dates: February 20
Time: 9a-3p
Fees: $60 Y-members / $75 Community
A $10 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is due at the time of registration. Cancellation requests must be sent via email, at least 4 days prior to the class, to youth@ashlandymca.org.
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!
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
The ChildWatch Room may temporarily fill. Walk-ins check in with the ChildWatch staff to see if room is available.
$4.00 per 2 hour time slot per child
- 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.
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 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.
Teams practice on Mondays & Wednesdays. Games are on Fridays.
3rd/4th Grade: 3:30p-4:30p
5th/6th Grade: 4:30p-5:30p
$45 Y-member/ $65 Community (includes a $10 non-transferable; non-refundable deposit)
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 2022-2023:
August 29-September 5, Fall classes start Tuesday, September 6
October 31
November 23-25
December 19 - January 2, Classes resume Tuesday, January 3
January 16
February 20
March 27-31
May 29
June 2 - Gymnastics Show
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.
$9.25 Y-member/ $14.25 Community per class
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
$37 Y-member/ $57 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
$37 Y-members/$57 Community
Kindergym
Tumbling and motor development! Beginning gymnastics skills on equipment for kindergarten aged gymnasts.
Th 2:15p-3p
Th 5:45p-6:30p
$37 Y-members/$57 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
AGES 7-9
M 3:15p-4:15p
W 2p-3p
Th 3:15p-4:15p
AGES 10-13
Th 4:15p-5:15p
$45 Y-member/$65 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
$45 Y-member/$65 Community
Beginner/Intermediate
Th 4:15p-5:15
$45 Y-member/$65 Community
Pro Rec
Instructor approval required
Non-competitive skill building class. The sky is the limit on skills.
Th 4:15p-5:45p
$65 Y-member/$85 Community
Competition Team Gymnastics
Pre-Team
Instructor approval required
Learning to perfect advanced skills on gymnastic equipment. Preparing to advance to team.
$100 Y-member/$135 Community
Team Level 2
by tryout only
$100 Y-member/$120 Community
Team Level 3
by tryout only
$158 Y-member/$178 Community
Team Level 4-9
by tryout only
$227.50 Y-member/$249.17 Community
Ninja Classes
Ninja Classes
Tu 11a-11:45a OR 2:15p-3:00p
$37 Y-member/ $57 Community
AGES 5-6
Tu 3:15p-4:15p
$45 Y-member/$65 Community
AGES 7-9
Tu 4:15p-5:15p
$45 Y-member/$65 Community
AGES 10-12
Tu 5:15p-6:15p
$45 Y-member/$65 Community
Kids Club 2022-2023 School Year
Kids Club is for Kindergarten - 5th graders enrolled in the Ashland School District. All registrations can be emailed to youth@ashlandymca.org.
On Site at the Ashland Family YMCA and Bellview.
On site at Walker and Helman starting January 3, 2023!
Automatically receive YMCA financial assistance by qualifying for free/reduced lunch. If you have note yet applied for free/reduced lunch, click here!
Registration for Kids Club is for the entire school year.
Kids Club strives to keep youth active, busy and engaged during the critical hours after school. With a well-rounded approach to youth development, Kids Club 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. Kids Club 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.
Enjoy a night out; we’ll watch the kids! Join us for games, crafts, a gymnastics obstacle course and more! Swimming for those kindergarten and older. Pizza and veggies will be provided for dinner.
Ages 4-12 (must be potty trained)
SATURDAYS from 4p-9p
March 18
April 29
May 20
Drop off at the Kids Club Room: 4p-4:30p
Kids Night Out activities: 4:30p-8:30
Pick up in the lobby: 8:30p-9p
$32 Y-members/$47 Community (per child, per date)
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.
9:00a-12:00p
$60 Y-member/$80 Community registration include a $10 non-refundable; non-transferable deposit
Open to youth ages 8-14.
Run by former SOU Coach, Mark Brown! Come learn the basic skills and game strategy of Lacrosse. Build strength, speed, agility and coordination.
Activities may include: swimming, playing active games, making crafts, etc! Please pack a water bottle, snack, lunch, swimsuit, towel & clothing for play outside.
A $10 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is due at the time of registration. Cancellation requests must be sent in an email to youth@ashlandymca.org 4 days prior to the Play Day. Any cancellations after payment has drafted (3 days prior) will not be refundable.
Spring 2023
Parent participation is required
Wednesdays: April 5, 12, 19, 26 from 9a-9:45a OR 10a-10:45a
OR
Saturdays: April 15, 22, 29 and May 6 from 9a-9:45a OR 10a-10:45a
$25 Y-member/ $45 Community (includes a $10 non-transferable; non-refundable deposit)
Saturdays: April 15, 22, 29 and May 6 from 9a-9:45a OR 10a-10:45a
$35 Y-member/ $55 Community (includes a $10 non-transferable; non-refundable deposit)
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.
Teams:
Kinder/1st grade
2nd/3rd grade
4th/5th/6th grade
- Practices start week of April 3
- Teams practice twice a week for an hour (practice days/times to be determined by the coach)
- 1st game – Saturday, April 15
- Saturday games: April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20
- 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 (includes a $10 non-transferable; non-refundable deposit)
Registration for April swim lessons will open on 3/17 for Y-members and 3/20 for the community.
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: $43 per session. Community tuition: $63 per session (some months pro-rated)
Swim Level Times
11:15am - Parent Tot W
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
Parent Tot ages 6-36 months (30-minute class): This is an introduction to the aquatic environment for parents and their infants and toddlers. Parents are encouraged to develop appropriate expectations for their children’s performance in the water. They learn basic aquatic safety and water skills and have fun playing with toys and floatation devices. - October through May
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.
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.
Monthly Tuition: $65 Y-members/ $85 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.
Spring 2023
From building stronger skills to gaining self-confidence, volleyball 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.
Teams:
3rd/4th Grade
5th/6th grade
Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 4p-5p
- April 3 - May 19
- 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 (includes a $10 non-transferable; non-refundable deposit)
YOUTH PICKLEBALL CLINIC
grades 2nd - 6th
March 20-24
3:30pm-5:00pm
$36 Y-member/ $56 Community per week
Payment includes a non-refundable; non-transferable $10 deposit.
Taught by Southern Oregon Pickleball Association Members, this clinic will teach players about the game of pickleball! YMCA YIIPP (Youth Involved in Pickleball Play) Players will learn the rules, groundstrokes, volleys, serves, scoring and strategy.
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