Summer brings plenty of changes, but keeping kids active doesn’t have to be one of them. At the YMCA, our Youth Sports program provides kids with the opportunity to keep doing what they love: making new friends, trying new things, and developing their skills in a fun, safe, and enriching environment.
Whether your child is into basketball, volleyball, or both, they’ll enjoy a season full of excitement, teamwork, and confidence-building. Our coaches focus on meeting each player where they are, helping them develop both fundamentals and friendships that can last a lifetime.
“What makes our youth sports programs different is the way we immerse the Y’s core values — Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith — into everything we do,” said Eduardo Emannuelli, YMCA of Central Florida Sports Operations Director. “These shared beliefs are the foundation for how we interact, coach, and make decisions across all of our youth sports programs.”
Our programs are designed with affordability in mind, offering tiered pricing based on location to help ensure every child has the chance to participate:
- Tier 1: $104 (Max & Plus Members) / $188 (Base & Non-Members)
- Tier 2: $80 (Max & Plus Members) / $145 (Base & Non-Members)
- Tier 3: $65 (Max & Plus Members) / $109 (Base & Non-Members)
As a bonus for our members, Plus and Max members receive up to 50% off youth sports registration!
We couldn’t do all of this without the help of our amazing volunteer coaches! If you’re interested in coaching, we provide training and support, and in return, you’ll receive a free sports season for your child or a complimentary Base Membership while you coach.
Important Dates to Remember:
- Open Registration: June 2 - June 15
- Practices Start: Week of June 23
- Games Start: June 27 or June 28
- No Programming: June 30 – July 5
We’re also excited to announce that we are expanding our youth sports offerings into Horizon West! Beginning this July, Horizon High School will be home to our new Jr. Magic Basketball League, Youth Basketball Academy and our new Youth Volleyball Rec League.
Thanks to our exciting partnerships with the Orlando Magic, Orlando City Soccer Club, and Orlando Pride, YMCA youth sports players enjoy exclusive perks with top professional teams; like free Orlando Magic tickets for those who sign up for our Jr. Magic Basketball League.
We’re also proud to team up with Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute as the official sponsor for our 2025 soccer and volleyball programs. Together, we’re elevating the youth sports experience by combining expert care with fun, safe, and skill-building opportunities for every young athlete.
Other Summer Opportunities at the Y
Take full advantage of all our resources to enrich your child’s life this summer! YMCA swim lessons are offered at all 14 Central Florida locations. Group lessons are available for kids ages 6 months to 17 years, so there’s truly something for everyone. Private lessons are offered in 30-minute sessions with personalized skill training and instruction. Semi-private lessons are also available, allowing children to learn alongside a friend or family member.
Unforgettable experiences await at the YMCA Summer Day Camps, with action-packed days full of athletics, STEM projects, arts and crafts, field trips, and more. Full-day camps for elementary and middle schoolers offer new experiences each day, keeping the fun going all 10 weeks of summer!
We also offer our Teen Sleepaway Camp, a chance for teens to build independence, leadership skills, and lifelong memories. You can register here.