Welcome to Youth Sports

The Y is the place to be for youth sports! Participants will learn new skills, burn some energy, disconnect from technology, and interact with their peers in a fun, safe environment. YMCA sports programs teach confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and other skills critical to healthy youth development. Our priority is a return to safe play through new protocols and procedures. By implementing wellness/temperature checks, physical distancing, frequent hand washing/sanitizing, and more, our programs emphasize safety, as well as fun.

Player/Guardian Resources

Outdoor Sports Clinics

Our outdoor youth sports clinics promise heart-pumpin’, energy-burnin’ fun for kids ages 5 – 15. All Snohomish County YMCAs (except Mill Creek) offer small group training to keep kids active and healthy. Basketball, soccer, multi-sport, conditioning and more!

Virtual Karate & Dance

While statewide mandates restrict our ability to gather in person, the fun and skill-building is continuing virtually. Active Y members are invited to participate in our Virtual Youth Karate and Youth Dance programs. Sessions take place over Zoom with the same instructors you know and love. Click below to register (membership confirmed after registration):

2021 Flag Football

Flag Football is one of America’s most exciting and fastest growing sports and you can get your start here at the YMCA. Huddle up, NFL Flag Football is here!

NFL Flag Football is a recreational program designed for youth ages 7-15, providing them with the opportunity to experience the sports with a focus is on skill development, sportsmanship, and fun. Teams will practice once or twice a week with weekly games against other YMCA of Snohomish County teams. Practice days and times will be at the discretion of the coach.

YMCA youth sports encourage healthy kids, families and communities by placing a priority on family involvement, positive self-image and a sense of fair play. Through our caring staff and coaches, we help your child develop the skills fundamental not only to play the sport, but also to be successful in the community such as cooperation, commitment, dedication and sportsmanship. We want to help cultivate our youth into becoming outstanding people just as much as helping them become outstanding players. Be the difference in your children’s development and register them for a YMCA NFL Flag Football league at the YMCA of Snohomish County.

Each participant receives a replica reversible NFL jersey and NFL Flag Set. Every child plays at least half of every game while making friends gaining confidence and begin active.

*if minimum number of kids is not met, we will combine ages/leagues to form teams.

Program Pricing

YMCA Facility Members can participate in Y programs for a reduced rate. To learn about joining they Y, click here. Financial assistance is available here.

Frequently Asked Questions

2021 Volleyball League

Volleyball was pioneered by the YMCA in the 1870’s, and today it is still a very much-loved sport for those who want a challenging, captivating game to try. In the Y’s recreational youth volleyball league, players learn the fundamentals of volleyball, sportsmanship, teamwork and healthy habits while sharpening skills like spiking, setting and serving, practicing drills and having fun. This league is open to all genders. Teams practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other YMCA’s in the County.

Program Pricing

YMCA Facility Members can participate in Y programs for a reduced rate. To learn about joining they Y, click here. Financial assistance is available here.

Frequently Asked Questions

2020 Indoor Soccer

Practice and play on the same day! Indoor soccer is a fast-paced sport that uses the walls to give soccer a new look. Youth players will develop their dribbling, passing and finishing techniques while building the necessary confidence to succeed in outdoor soccer and be a great teammate. The first week will be practice and information meeting with the coach. Soccer shin guards required. Games will be played on Friday nights or Saturdays (all day). Exact days/times will be determined by the number of participants. Teams may play against other YMCA teams in the County. All teams are led by volunteer coaches. Indoor Soccer is open to all genders.

Program Pricing

YMCA Facility Members can participate in Y programs for a reduced rate. To learn about joining they Y, click here. Financial assistance is available here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Youth Sports Refund Policy:

• Full refund granted if request is made prior to the first practice/game
• 50% refund granted if request is made after the first practice/game
• No refund available if request is made after the second practice/game
• If sport seasons are canceled a prorate equal to the number of canceled practices and/or games will be issued to your Y account