Youth Sports

Youth Sports offers Youth Basketball, Youth Soccer, Martial Arts, Teen Strength, Youth Handball, Swim Lessons, Private Swim Lessons, Become a Lifeguard, Summer Day Camps, Overnight Camp Experience, and After School Programs. The Youth Basketball note says kids learn core basketball skills while practicing teamwork, leadership, and making new friends. The Youth Soccer note says the program combines team play and individual skills, with no try-outs, no one getting cut, and no benchwarmers.

Programs

• Youth Basketball — Kids learn core basketball skills while practicing teamwork, leadership, and making new friends. Children also build character, values, and confidence through teamwork and discipline.
• Youth Soccer — Programs are an exciting blend of team play and individual skills. There are no try-outs, no one gets cut, and there are no benchwarmers.
• Martial Arts
• Teen Strength
• Youth Handball — Develops hand-eye coordination, footwork, balance, and both hands equally. Young players are challenged with fun drills to develop skills beneficial in every sport.
• Swim Lessons — Teach water safety and build skills for all ages in a supportive environment, with clear, progressive stages for every ability.
• Private Swim Lessons — Offer personalized instruction for all ages, improving technique, endurance, and strength at your own skill level.
• Become a Lifeguard — Gain lifesaving skills, earn your lifeguard certification, and prepare for a rewarding job making a difference in your community.
• Summer Day Camps — Dozens of day camp options for youth of all ages and interests. Youth can explore, learn, be active, get outside, eat healthy, and make new friends.
• Overnight Camp Experience — Resident camp at YMCA Camp Campbell in the heart of the Santa Cruz mountains.
• After School Programs — YMCA before, kindergarten, after school, or summer learning programs are mentioned as part of school partnership offerings.
• Youth Sports — Join YMCA Youth Sports to build skills, make friends, and have fun in a supportive environment.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Facility hours: Central YMCA: Mon-Thu 6:00 am-9:00 pm; Fri 6:00 am-8:00 pm; Sat-Sun 8:00 am-4:00 pm. East Valley Family YMCA: Mon-Thu 6:00 am-9:00 pm; Fri 6:00 am-8:00 pm; Sat-Sun 7:00 am-6:00 pm. El Camino YMCA: Mon-Thu 5:30 am-9:00 pm; Fri 5:30 am-9:00 pm; Sat 7:00 am-6:00 pm; Sun 8:00 am-5:00 pm. South Valley Family YMCA: Mon-Thu 5:30 am-9:00 pm; Fri 5:30 am-9:00 pm; Sat-Sun 7:00 am-6:00 pm.

About the provider

YMCA of Silicon Valley says it has been listening and responding to critical social needs in the community for over 150 years. It also says its cause is "Strengthening Community Is Our Cause," and that it is dedicated to Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility, with programs and services across the Bay Area.

Once a program begins, no refunds or credits are issued for missed sessions, practices, or games. In rare instances, extenuating circumstances may be considered for pro-rated refunds. Refunds are not provided for individually missed sessions, practices, or games, including absences due to common illnesses, scheduling conflicts, vacations, or other short-term circumstances.

Last updated September 17, 2026.