Sports

The YMCA of Lincoln believes in the development of the whole child, staying active and developing healthy habits. All sports are offered as both developmental or competitive leagues for kids of all ages and skill levels. Details about current program offerings including program descriptions, days, times, and costs can be found by clicking on the specific sport link listed in the categories below.

Boy runs towards first base during a baseball game.

Baseball & T-Ball

Y Youth Baseball is designed to teach young players the fundamentals of the game, like catching, throwing, batting, defense and base running in a fun and supportive environment.

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Basketball

The YMCA of Lincoln offers basketball programs that help youth develop and discover their potential through relationships, teamwork, and healthy competition. Youth basketball is one of the premier youth sports programs offered by the Y.

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Bowling

The YMCA of Lincoln offers bowling clinics to focus and development and fundamentals of the game and bowling leagues to explore your more competitive side.

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Cheer

YMCA Cheer programs teach boys and girls the fundamentals of cheerleading and focus on teaching the basics. This program offers youth the chance to get active and have fun cheering. Kids will build self-confidence and self-esteem while developing social skills and healthy relationships with their peers.

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Cross Country

The YMCA helps young people foster a love for running through the Youth Sports Cross Country program. The Cross Country Clinic is a four-week program culminating on the fifth week with a Cross Country event. Kids will learn the fundamentals of training and stretching in this program.

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Dance

Whether your child prefers tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, or another genre, dance allows kids to exercise in a fun, nurturing environment. Dance offers many physical benefits and improves confidence and self-esteem.

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Flag Football

Flag Football is one of America's most exciting sports and this program will introduce your children to the fundamentals of the game. We lead drills and games that teach the skills and positions of football as well as important values that are used on and off the field, all in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment.

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Golf

YMCA Youth Sports offers a vast array of leagues, clinics and tournaments to help provide young people with the chance to develop their skills to enjoy the life-long game of golf in an environment that is encouraging and supportive.

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Gymnastics

The Y offers a variety of gymnastics classes for children of all ages and abilities. From parent and child class to preschool to youth beginner and advanced level classes, find the perfect fit for your gymnast.

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Martial Arts

The Y offers a wide variety of Martial Arts classes for youth. Build a healthy, active habit for your child that focuses on more than just the physical. Your child can hone self-esteem, concentration, and respect for others.

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Soccer

Our YMCA Soccer Program helps kids become not only better soccer players, but better people as well. It's a progressive program, with multiple age-specific levels. Every participant gets to play and the games are safe, exciting and fun. We encourage fair play, positive competition, and family involvement.

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Girls stand in the outfield ready for a hit during their softball game.

Softball & T-Ball

Y Youth Softball is designed to teach young players the fundamentals of the game, like catching, throwing, batting, defense and base running in a fun and supportive environment.

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Tennis

The YMCA Tennis Camp allows your child to acquire the fundamentals of all tennis strokes with expert staff focusing on developing hand-eye coordination and general athletic skills.

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Volleyball

Volleyball at the YMCA provides youth with low-pressure opportunities to learn the rules and fundamentals of the game in a fun and supportive environment. Micro, Recreational, and Spirit (competitive) leagues are available along with camps, clinics, and tournaments throughout the year.

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