YOUTH & ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

BALLET & TAP

This program is designed to introduce children to ballet and tap while developing flexibility and coordination. Dancers will learn age appropriate movements and techniques. A recital will be held at the end of the quarter for dancers to show off their hard work! JUNIOR DRUMMING

This program introduces children to the fundamental elements of drumming including grip technique, stroke technique, and basic drum beats. Drummers will be exposed to different styles of music in an environment that promotes self-confidence, patience and team work.

BASKETBALL

Our program is designed to introduce beginners and further experienced players through skill based drills and and team practices, building on teamwork and inspiring confidence on the court. SOCCER

Our program is designed to introduce beginners and further experienced players as they develop technically with the ball, increasing their confidence and understanding of the sport.

CHEERLEADING

This program is designed to introduce the fundamentals of cheerleading. Participants will learn sideline cheers and a halftime routine to perform throughout the season.

CHOIR

Children will be introduced to basic elements of choir and music including pitch, range and rythym.

CROSS COUNTRY

Our Cross Country program is designed to help your child create and reach goals, increase endurance, inspire sportsmanship and introduce the life-long sport of running.

DANCE

This program is designed to teach kids the styles of modern, hip hop, lyrical, step and contemporary dance. Dancers will be encouraged to show their creativity through movement in an environment that promotes self-confidence, unity and leadership. Dancers will learn 2-3 dances to perform for family and friends at the end of the quarter.

FOOTBALL ACADEMY

This program is designed to develop players in the essential football fundamentals: blocking, tackling and ball skills while providing a safe, fun learning environment. Participants will will gain an understanding of offensive and defensive schemes while working in noncontact, individualized drills for each football group. Weekly games will be organized in a 7v7 format. STEAM

This program introduces kids to the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and math through an experiment-based curriculum. This program is broken down into six fun and themed units. Kids will build upon what they’ve learned with each project to complete biweekly STEAM challenges.

TEEN FITNESS & GARDENING

This program is designed to teach teens appropriate ways to exercise and healthy eating habits. The program will consist of swim classes, spin classes, bootcamp classes and more. Teens will also learn how to care for our YMCA garden. They will plant seeds, pull weeds, spread soil, water plants and learn to cook with produce and herbs.

TRACK & FIELD

Our Track program is designed to introduce beginners and further experienced athletes while building self-esteem and incorporating sportsmanship, working as a team and healthy living. This program introduces kids to sprinting, middle- and long-distance, and all field events.

VOLLEYBALL

This program is designed to teach the fundamentals of volleyball. Players will compete on teams and have matches throughout the season.

FUTSAL (INDOOR SOCCER)

This sport is fast paced and incorporates a more individualistic style of play. The program is intended to build self-esteem, sportsmanship, working as a team and healthy living. Transportationis offered for many schools in the area. Program offerengs vary by season. For the most updated information, visit our website at athensymca.org