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Youth Sports at the Y
Sports are an excellent way for kids to stay active throughout the year! Our youth sports programs focus on fostering teamwork, discipline, and physical fitness while providing a fun and inclusive environment for kids of all skill levels. Through engaging coaching and a variety of sports, we aim to build confidence and develop essential life skills in young athletes.
We offer sports at both our Framingham Branch and our Outdoor Center in Hopkinton.
Spring 2 Session
April 27 - June 14, 2026
Member Registration - April 7
Community Registration - April 14
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Youth Sports: Framingham Branch
T-ball
Ages 3-5
Introduce your little ones to baseball through skills and drills followed by game play. Please bring your own gloves
Outdoor Track & Field
Ages 3-6
Kids will learn/practice doing the long jump and softball throw through different playful activities. We will practice running through games like tag and relays.
Soccer
Framingham Branch
Ages 3-8
Soccer Skills and Drills is an indoor class that focuses on introducing technique. It is offered for ages 3-5, and ages 6-8.
Youth Soccer League (ages 3-6) will introduce your little one to game play outdoors.
Mini Sports
Framingham Branch
Ages 4-6
This is a great introductory class for kids to try sports like soccer, basketball, badminton, pickleball, and more!
Lacrosse
Framingham Branch
Ages 5-7
Little Lax is a great introduction to the sport of lacrosse with a focus on fundamental skills like catching, passing, ground balls, and scoring.
Flag Football
Framingham Branch
Ages 6-10
Learn core skills like throwing, catching, pulling flags, and running routes. This outdoor class is a great way to develop strength and build teamwork!
Basketball
Framingham Branch
Ages 5-12
Youth Basketball
Youth basketball introduces players to the skills they'll need to love the game and prepare for the season. Our 10-12 age group will end practices with 20 minutes of game play.
Basketball Skills and Games (Ages 7-12)
Our clinics are designed with 30 minutes of skill practice and 30 minutes of instructional gameplay. Children will focus on building their skillset and getting familiar with the flow and tactics of a real game, without all of the pressure.
Advanced Basketball Skills & Conditioning (Ages 7-10)
For intermediate to advanced players. Participants will work on higher level skills with a focus on improvement and competition.
Floor Hockey
Framingham Branch
Ages 6-10
Players will learn the basics of floor hockey through practice and guided play each week.
Volleyball
Volleyball
Ages 7-10
Bump, set, spoke! This introductory class will teach fundamental skills, strategies, and teamwork! Players of all levels are welcome.
Pickleball
Framingham Branch
All Ages 12+
We offer open pickleball at the Framingham Branch and learning clinics at the Outdoor Center in Hopkinton. Players of all levels are welcome!
Youth Sports: Hopkinton Outdoor Center
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Archery (Ages 6+) Beginner Archery: (indoor)
Our Beginner Archery program works on range safety and foundational archery skills: identifying the parts of the bow and arrow, how to hold equipment, stance, and other information. All equipment is provided!
Beginner/Intermediate Archery: (indoor)
Class focuses on foundational archery skills: identifying the parts of the bow and arrow, how to hold equipment, stance, and other information. All equipment is provided!
Advanced Archery: Ages 8+ (indoor)
Students will hone in on their form, learn range/competition commands, and learn stringing, waxing, and re-fletching of gear. To participate, you MUST have instructor approval.
Family Pickleball
Family Pickleball (Ages 8+)
Play pickleball with your child! Participants will learn the rules, fundamental skills, and play with other families.
Saturday, May 2 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sunday, May17| 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Disc Golf
Ages 10+
In this introductory class, participants will learn the basic rules of disc golf, types of discs, and common throwing techniques such as backhand, forehand, and putting. The program also covers beginner-friendly equipment, and tips to avoid common mistakes—making it a fun way to get active outdoors and build your skills.
This is a 2-week program that meets once per week.
3 on 3 Basketball League
Grades 6-10
Grab a couple friends and hit the outdoor courts for fast-paced 3-on-3 basketball! This league keeps everyone involved with more shots, and nonstop action each game. Teams of 3–4 will compete in weekly games with YMCA staff creating a supportive, positive environment focused on connection, encouragement, and growth.
The league emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun while giving players a great opportunity to enjoy basketball outdoors on our new courts.
Divisions are offered for boys and girls in Middle School (Grades 6–8) and High School (Grades 9–12).
Wednesdays | 6:00–8:30 PM
Teams of 3–4: $236 | Individual: $78
Don’t have a team? We’ll pair you with one!
Questions?
Become a Member
When you join the Y, you get more than just a gym and pool. You get a community of people who can support your goals. Member benefits include unlimited group exercise classes and 30-50% off programs like swim lessons, sports, fitness, adventure, and camp!
Financial Assistance
The Y believes that finances should not be an obstacle to healthy living. We are able to offer financial assistance to help cover the cost of membership and programs, thanks to generous donations to our Annual Campaign. Learn more about financial assistance options.
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