Fall 2023 Brochure Page 2
Youth Development
Afterschool Program
Coming back this fall is our free after-school program, sponsored by United Way. Each session is limited to 50 kids. Registration will be available soon in person at the YMCA or on our website. YMCA staff will pick up your child at their school and bring them to the YMCA for games, crafts, community, and homework time! Youth must be picked up by 5:30 PM at the YMCA. The fall program will run from mid-September through mid-December.
Schedule
Monday
Emerson, North Park, Immanuel
Tuesday
Centennial, St. Isidore, St. Bonaventure, St. Anthony
Thursday
Columbus Christian, West Park, Lost Creek
Wednesday Afterschool
When Columbus Public Schools dismiss early on Wednesdays, programming will be provided at the YMCA! Youth can be dropped off at the Y starting at 2:15 PM and MUST be picked up by 5:30 PM. This is open to all elementary school students. The cost is free for Members and a day pass fee of $7 for Non-Members.
Registration must be completed online. Youth must be dropped off and picked up by a parent or guardian in the youth gym at the YMCA. Enrichment activities will vary, and a schedule will be posted on the YMCA’s Facebook page. Program dates and registration will be available online.
Youth Gym Supervision
Games and fun will be provided in the youth gym from 5–8 PM Monday through Thursday and 4–8 PM on Fridays during the fall semester! Programming is available for children ages 7 and up. A parent must be present in the building for youth ages 7–9.
School Days Out Camp
When school is out, YMCA camp is in. Fun field trips, outdoor exploration, and indoor games and activities including swimming. Minimum of 10 students to hold program. Register online or in person at the front desk.
Child Watch
The YMCA provides free childcare for children ages 6 weeks old to 6 years of age. Children are our business. The littlest Y members need special care so mom and dad can utilize the YMCA. This program is for members using the YMCA for classes, programs or individual exercise. Parents must remain in the building while their child is in Child Watch. Two (2) hour limit in Child Watch each day. This is a MEMBERS ONLY program- Day Fee’s are not eligible for this. All Children participating in Child Watch must be on either a Family or Single Parent Family account and can only be checked in or out by the Adult/Guardian on that membership. The following hours are effective Septmber 1.
Monday–Saturday Mornings
8:00–11:00 AM
Monday–Thursday Evenings
4:30–8:00 PM
No Child Watch on Friday or Saturday evenings.
No Child Watch on Sundays.
**NO CHILD MAY BE UNATTENDED AT THE YMCA
WHO IS YOUNGER THAN 10**
Birthday Parties
Make your next party one that you won’t forget at the YMCA!
Make your next party one that you won’t forget at the YMCA ! Price includes: Activity Rental, Party Room Rental, and Staff to supervise your party. We set up and tear down! You may bring in cake, food, beverages, and decorations for your time in the party room. You will also receive a special gift from the YMCA for the birthday boy or girl. We require registrations to be turned in no later than 2 weeks before the party.
20 Guest Limit (including birthday child and adults) and the party must be paid in FULL at registration. Child must be a member at the time of registration and on the day of the party to receive the member rate.
*Bounce House parties will resume once Fieldhouse is completed.*
Youth Sports
Rookie flag Football League
Tuesdays | August 29—October 3
Join us for our Rookie Flag Football League! This league will run for six weeks, with practices and games on Tuesday night’s. Each team will practice immediately before their game, and all teams will play one game per week. VOLUNTEER COACHES ARE NEEDED (please contact Sports Director, Kylee Bean, if you are interested in coaching)! Team t-shirts are included with the cost of registration. Both boys and girls are welcome to play!
*This is a developmental league that is intended to teach youth the basics of football. We will not keep score for any of the games, and everyone will play as equally as possible! We will only accept individual registrations, and players will be assigned to a team/coach afterwards.*
Dates
Tuesdays, August 29–October 3
Grades
K–2nd Grade (for 2023-2024 school year)
*Divisions will be separated by grade if registration allows. Grades may be combined if necessary.
Pricing
Members | $25
Non-Members | $60
Registration Deadline
Monday, August 15
*Players may be added after the registration deadline with the approval of the Sports Director.
There will be a $10 penalty for late registrations.
Location
Grassfields west of CHS
CLUB VOLLEYBALL
Saturdays | September 23–October 14
The Columbus Family YMCA’s Club Volleyball League is for 3rd-6th graders. You must sign up as a team. There is an 8-game guarantee. Games will be played on Saturday starting at 8 AM and ending depending on the amount of teams. Come out and have a good time. Referees will be provided by the YMCA.
PRICING
$200 per team
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
September 8
There will be a $25 penalty per team for late registrations.
DATES
September 23–October 14
(4 weeks of games, two games each week)
CLUB BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Saturdays | November 11–18 & December 2
This league will run for 3 weeks, with games played on Saturdays. Separate divisions will be made for boys and girls. Referees will be provided by the YMCA.
Grades
3rd–8th
Divisions (Registration dependent)
Boys
3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, and 8th Grade
Girls
3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, and 6th Grade
DATES
November 11–19 & December 2
6 games guaranteed
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
October 25
There will be a $25 penalty per team for late registrations.
ROOKIE BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Saturdays | January 6–February 10
A great way for your child to enjoy the game of basketball in a team atmosphere for our youngest ball players! This league will run for five weeks, with practices and games on Saturday mornings. All grades will play 4 on 4 to assure maximum playing time and involvement for all participants. Volunteer coaches are needed (please contact Sports Director, Kylee Bean, if you are interested in coaching)! Team t-shirts are included with the cost of registration.
*This is a developmental league that is intended to teach youth the basics of basketball. We will not keep score for any of the games, and everyone will play as equally as possible! We will only accept individual registrations, and players will be assigned to a team/coach afterwards.*
Divisions
(Boys and Girls will be in separate divisions as long as registration allows)
Kindergarten Division
Must be 5yrs old by start of league
1st–2nd Grade
3rd–4th Grade
(if numbers allow)
DATES
January 6–February 10
Pricing
Members | $25
Non-Members | $60
Times
Saturday Mornings (league schedule will be made after registration deadline)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
December 19
There will be a $10 penalty per team for late registrations.