Sports & Play

YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE WILL NOT BE RETURNING UNTIL 2022

Youth Basketball League

Co-ed YMCA Basketball League for youth ages 5 – 14.  Get your child involved in the Y’s skill based basketball league.  Games are held on Saturdays or Sundays. Teams practice once or twice a week on a weekday.

New players must attend the skills evaluation.

Ages 5-6:   TBA

Ages 7-8:  TBA

Ages 9-10:  TBA

Ages 11 and up: TBA

Make-up evaluations for all ages:  TBA

Mandatory Parent Meeting:  TBA

For more information contact Erika Altshule, Youth Department Development Director (310)393-2721, ext. 123 or erika@ymcasm.org

CLIMBING CLUB IS CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19

Climbing Club – for ages 6 and older

Young climbers will increase strength stamina and self esteem as they challenge their way to the top. Climbing Clubs takes place on our 27 foot Climbing wall in the Y’s Gymnasium.

Fridays — 4:30-5:15 pm

Members: $120
Non-Members: $225

Contact Erika Altshule, Youth and Family Department Director at (310) 393-2721, ext. 123 or erika@ymcasm.org for more information.

YOUTH JUDO PROGRAM IS CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19

Our program is designed to encourage the student to participate within a group atmosphere that fosters team building
and self-confidence. The student will learn about sportsmanship, self-defense, and the four core values of the YMCA —
Caring, Honesty, Responsibility, and Respect

The Japanese word “Judo” literally means the “gentle way”. Balance, timing, strategy and tactics, are essential
characteristics of this sport and art. Flexibility, stretching and strength exercises are part of every Judo practice. Judo
is a fun high-energy activity as well as a relaxing and calming exercise.

Did you know?
• Judo is the most widely practiced martial art on the planet.
• Judo is the second most practiced sport worldwide (Soccer is #1).
• According to the American College of Sports Medicine, Judo is the safest contact sport for children under age 13.

Santa Monica Family YMCA membership is required
Youth & Team dues are $35/month
PAYMENT OPTIONS – Fees withdrawn on the 5th of each month
Pay Plan I– Auto withdraw, automatically withdraw Judo monthly payments using card on file with membership.
Pay Plan II– Auto withdraw, automatically withdraw Judo monthly payments from a designated credit card.

When are classes held?
Juniors:    Tuesdays, 4-6PM & Saturdays 1-3pm
Team Practice:    Thursdays 4-6pm & Saturdays 3-5pm

CLICK HERE to see current Judo Flyer

Contact Sensei Jim Nieto for more information at (310) 384-0976 or email Erika Altshule, Youth and Family Department Director at erika@ymcasm.org

New Program!  

Youth Basketball Skills & Drills

Keep your kids engaged in the sport they love.  Players will polish their skills and be ready for the fall league.  Our experienced Y coach will lead players through a challenging and fun skills clinic.  Participants must have some basketball experience.

Fall 2021 Session dates:  TBA

Members: $240
Non-Members: $300

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE!

Contact Erika Altshule, Youth and Family Department Director at erika@ymcasm.org for more information.

KID FIT IS CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19

Kid Fit is for youth 6-12 years old. The Patton Gym’s soft place surface and climbing structures provides a fun place for youth to be active and develop gross motor skills such as balance and coordination. The supervised play time provides fun fitness for your child while you workout or attend adult fitness classes. Kid Fit Program Schedule Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Year-round from 4:00-6:00pm.

Kid Fit is available for Y members only.  10 youth are permitted in the room at one time. Parents or guardians must sign their child in and may not leave the facility while child is participating in the Kid Fit program.