Try a little bit of everything.
Kids need opportunities to try new things, explore and test new abilities–just for fun. In a Sports Sampler, we introduce children to a variety of sports-related activities, while encouraging healthy attitudes about play.
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Preschool & Youth Sport Sampler Programs
Dance Sampler (Preschool)
Dance Sampler (Preschool) at Boll Family YMCA
Dance Sampler programs are a great introduction to a variety of Dance styles. Children learn socialization, build confidence, and have fun while gaining basic skills of the weekly Dance style. Dance styles include Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical!
This program will not meet the week of February 18 – February 24 due to Mid-Winter Break
This program will not meet the week of February 18 – February 24 due to Mid-Winter Break
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Kids Fit (Youth Sports Sampler)
Kids Fit (Youth Sports Sampler) at Birmingham Family YMCA
Working with a professional trainer, kids will get to learn the basic fundamentals of fitness!
This is an INDOOR activity that takes place in the Birmingham YMCA gymnasium.
No class the week of March 25th
This is an INDOOR activity that takes place in the Birmingham YMCA gymnasium.
No class the week of March 25th
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Preschool – Sport Sampler – Evenings
Preschool – Sport Sampler – Evenings at Carls Family YMCA
YMCA Sports Sampler is an introduction to sports. Each week participants will learn about a new sport. Children will also learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of each sport. Sports that could be played are basketball, soccer, floor hockey, tennis, t-ball, flag football, or track and field.
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Preschool – Sport Sampler – Mornings
Preschool – Sport Sampler – Mornings at Carls Family YMCA
YMCA Sports Sampler is an introduction to sports. Each week participants will learn about a new sport. Children will also learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of each sport. Sports that could be played are basketball, soccer, floor hockey, tennis, t-ball, flag football, or track and field.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Preschool Sports Sampler
Preschool Sports Sampler at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA Preschool Sampler program is an introduction to different sports. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the weekly sport.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Sports Sampler (Preschool)
Sports Sampler (Preschool) at Boll Family YMCA
Sport Sampler programs are a great introduction to a variety of sports. Children learn socialization, build confidence, and fun while gaining basic skills of the weekly sport. Sports include basketball, baseball, soccer, floor hockey, playground games, and speed & agility.
This program will not meet the week of March 24 – March 30 due to Spring.
This program will not meet the week of March 24 – March 30 due to Spring.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Sports Sampler – Preschool
Sports Sampler – Preschool at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Sports Sampler program is an introduction to many different traditional and non-traditional sports. Participants will learn fundamental drills and rules, and will partake in a scrimmage of each sport.
Sports in this session include; Basketball, Floor Hockey, Indoor Soccer and Dodgeball.
Sports in this session include; Basketball, Floor Hockey, Indoor Soccer and Dodgeball.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Sports Sampler – Youth
Sports Sampler – Youth at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Sports Sampler program is an introduction to many different traditional and non-traditional sports. Participants will learn fundamental drills and rules, and will partake in a scrimmage of each sport.
Sports in this session include; Basketball, Floor Hockey, and Volleyball.
Sports in this session include; Basketball, Floor Hockey, and Volleyball.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Squeaky Sneakers (Preschool Sports Sampler)
Squeaky Sneakers (Preschool Sports Sampler) at Birmingham Family YMCA
Participants in this preschool activity will learn some sport basics, while having fun doing physical activity! Each week will be a new skill or sport, and the goal is that participants learn something new by the end of the session!
This is an INDOOR activity hosted in the Birmingham YMCA gymnasium.
This is an INDOOR activity hosted in the Birmingham YMCA gymnasium.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Volunteer Opportunity: Sports Sampler Farmington Y
Volunteer Opportunity: Sports Sampler Farmington Y at Farmington Family YMCA
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. As a volunteer you will assist the YMCA staff with maintaining a safe, structured, and fun program for Child Watch, Kids Club, Camp and/or Sports participants.
Tasks and activities may include: Coach kids the basic skills and rules of the sports outlined for the specific sessions. Sports include traditional and non-traditional such as; Basketball, Soccer, Football, Volleyball, Tennis, Lacrosse, Pickleball and many more.Curriculum and lesson plans will be provided.Teach participants the value of sports and teamwork through the core values of the YMCA.Assist the program staff in maintaining a safe environment for all.
If you have additional questions regarding your role as a volunteer, about the YMCA, or would like to donate, please contact Jackie at jkippen@ymcadetroit.org
Tasks and activities may include: Coach kids the basic skills and rules of the sports outlined for the specific sessions. Sports include traditional and non-traditional such as; Basketball, Soccer, Football, Volleyball, Tennis, Lacrosse, Pickleball and many more.Curriculum and lesson plans will be provided.Teach participants the value of sports and teamwork through the core values of the YMCA.Assist the program staff in maintaining a safe environment for all.
If you have additional questions regarding your role as a volunteer, about the YMCA, or would like to donate, please contact Jackie at jkippen@ymcadetroit.org
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Youth Sports Sampler
Youth Sports Sampler at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA Youth Sports Sampler program is an introduction to different sports. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the weekly sport.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register