YMCA of Barry County

Youth Sports

At the YMCA, We Cheer for More than Points

Youth participating in Y sports programs sharpen their motor skills and coordination, improve self-esteem, experience a sense of belonging, have fun, develop meaningful friendships, establish the habit of exercising at an early age and LEARN TO PLAY FOR A LIFETIME! Our focus is on building skills and introducing friendly, age-appropriate competition.

Y Sports Help Kids Build Character

Kids who play sports at the Y discover so much more than their athletic abilities. They build character, develop self-confidence and create healthy relationships. The Y’s revamped sports program is designed to reflect our core values—caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Youth Sports We Offer

WINTER SEASON

  • Basketball–K-6th Grade

SPRING SEASON

  • Soccer– 1st-6th Grade
  • Coach Pitch – 1st-3rd Grade
  • T-ball–Young 5’s/K
  • Soccer Clinic–Young 5’s/K
  • Tiny Tots Soccer/T-ball–3-4 year olds
  • Y Run-Ages 6-10

SUMMER SEASON

  • Golf–6-14 year olds
  • Tennis–3rd-8th Grade

FALL SEASON

  • Soccer–1st-6th Grade
  • Soccer Clinic–K
  • Tiny Tots Sport Sampler–3-4 year olds
  • Y Run-Ages 6-10

FALL 2026

COACHES NEEDED!!

Coach Your Child. Save on Registration. Make a Difference!

  • Head Coach: Pay the registration fee, receive a CREDIT* at the end of the season
  • Assistant Coach: pay ½ of the registration fee
  • Tiny Tot Coaches: pay ½ of the registration fee

*Credit = credit expires before the start of the next Fall Season, 2027.

If interested, email the Recreation Director, Gina McMahon, who will contact you with further instructions. gina@ymcaofbarrycounty.org

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SPORTS SAMPLER: 3-4 YEARS OLD

  • Season: 4 weeks, one day per week, 45 minutes
  • Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball
  • Week 1: Soccer, Week 2: Flag Football, Week 3: Basketball, Week 4: All 3 Sports
    • Option 2: Tuesdays: 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 5:30-6:15 PM
    • Option 3: Tuesdays: 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 6:30-7:15 PM
    • Option 4: Thursdays: 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 5:30-6:15 PM
  • Location: YMCA Building, 2350 Iroquois Trail, Back Lawn
  • Fee: $48 (includes digital team picture)
  • Registration Deadline: 9/17 by 4:00 PM

Financial Assistance is available! Apply Here!

10% Sibling discount after first child!

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Soccer Shin Guards REQUIRED

YK/Kindergarten CO-ED Soccer

  • Season: 9/21-10/19
  • Days: Monday
  • Clinics: 9/21, 9/28; 6:00-7:00 PM
  • Practices/Games: 10/5, 10/12, 10/19; 6:00-7:00 PM
  • 1 hour; 30 minutes drills, 30 minutes small-sided games
  • Location: Northeastern Elementary Upper Field
  • Fee: $60 (includes jersey & digital team picture
  • Registration Deadline: 9/16 by 4:00 PM

1st/2nd Grade CO-ED Soccer League

  • Season: 9/15-10/22
  • Days: Tuesday and Thursday
  • Time: Varies based on the coach’s schedule
  • Location: Northeastern Elementary, Upper Field
  • Fee: $72 (includes jersey & digital team picture)
  • Registration Deadline: 9/9 by 4:00 PM

Pre-season DROP-IN… AND PLAY SOME Y SOCCER!

  • WHO: 1st/2nd GRADE
  • WHAT: SMALL-SIDED SOCCER GAMES
  • WHERE: NORTHEASTERN ELEMENTARY UPPER FIELDS
  • WHEN: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 6:00PM-7:15PM

Financial Assistance is available! Apply Here!

10% Sibling discount after first child!

SHIN guards REQUIRED

3rd/4th Grade CO-ED Soccer League

  • Player Evaluation: Wednesday, 9/2, 6:30-7:30 pm
  • At Northeastern Elementary, Upper Field
  • Season: 9/9-10/21
  • Days: Monday and Wednesday
  • Time: Varies based on the coach’s schedule
  • Location: Northeastern Elementary, Upper or West Field
  • Fee: $72 (includes jersey & digital team picture)
  • Registration Deadline: 8/28 by 4:00 PM

5th/6th Grade CO-ED Soccer League

  • Player Evaluation: Tuesday, 9/1, 6:30-7:30 pm
  • At Northeastern Elementary, Upper Field
  • Season: 9/8-10/22
  • Days: Tuesday and Thursday
  • Time: Varies based on the coach’s schedule
  • Location: Southeastern Elementary
  • Fee: $75 (includes jersey & digital team picture)
  • Registration Deadline: 8/28 by 4:00 PM

PRE-SEASON Y SOCCER: 

DROP-IN… AND PLAY SOME Y SOCCER!

  • WHO: 3RD/4TH & 5TH/6TH GRADE (groups will be divided up)
  • WHAT: SMALL-SIDED SOCCER GAMES
  • WHERE: NORTHEASTERN ELEMENTARY UPPER FIELDS
  • WHEN: TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 6:00PM-7:15PM

DROP-IN… AND ATTEND A Y SOCCER CLINIC!

  • WHO: 3RD/4TH & 5TH/6TH GRADE (groups will be divided up)
  • WHAT: CLINIC–SKILLS/DRILLS
  • WHERE: NORTHEASTERN ELEMENTARY UPPER FIELDS
  • WHEN: THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 6:00PM-7:15PM
  • Lead Coaches: Josh and Shannah Zoller
    • Josh and Shannah played soccer at Olivet College. Josh was assistant varsity coach at Grand Ledge High School (men’s and women’s) and Women’s  JV coach at Olivet College.

COACHES–IMPORTANT DATES:

  • 3rd/4th Grade, Soccer:
    • Coaches Meeting: 9/2, 5:45-6:15 PM
    • Players Evaluation: 9/2, 6:30-7:30 PM
    • Northeastern Elementary, Upper Field
  • 5th/6th Grade, Soccer:
    • Coaches Meeting: 9/1, 5:45-6:15 PM
    • Players Evaluation: 9/1, 6:30-7:30 PM
    • Northeastern Elementary, Upper Field

Financial Assistance is available! Apply Here!

10% Sibling discount after first child!

Register Now

NEW THIS FALL!

4 the Love of Sports

  • Wiffle Ball
  • Dodge Ball
  • Omega Soccer
  • Broom Ball

Season: 4 weeks, one day per week

Grades: CO-ED, 4th-6th grade

Day/Time: Tuesday, 6:00-7:15 PM, Under the Lights

10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17

Location: YMCA Building, 2350 Iroquois Tr, Hastings

Fee: $45 (Hot Cocoa and Snack included)

Registration Deadline: 10/21 by 4:00 PM

Financial Assistance is available! Apply Here!

10% Sibling discount after first child!

Register Now

Join us for a 5-week running program just for kids! Y Run will teach the basics of running while helping kids make new friends and enjoy running together. Let’s hit the trail and see them grow stronger and more confident—all while having fun!

For kids aged 6 to 8, we’ll focus on having fun, developing basic running skills, and learning to love being active. For those aged 9 to 11, we’ll dive into some structured running and training concepts, but we’ll keep it fun the whole time.

What do you need? A pair of running shoes, comfy clothes, and a water bottle

Snacks are included each week, and at the end of the session, you will receive a FREE Y Turkey Trot registration.

Running is great for kids, here’s why:

  • Improves mental and physical well-being
  • Establishes lifelong exercise habits
  • Boosts self-esteem and confidence
  • Fun!

Program Details:

  • When: Saturdays, October 24, 31, November 7, 14, and 21 at 9:30-10:15 AM
  • Where: Y Building, DeCamp Trail, 2350 Iroquois Trail, Hastings
  • Cost: $50 (includes t-shirt)
  • Age Groups:
    • 6-8 years old: Run, Play & Learn
    • 9-11 years old: Run Strong & Smart

Questions? Contact: Melissa Fletke at: melissa@ymcaofbarrycounty.org

Financial Assistance is available! Apply Here!

10% Sibling discount after first child!

Register Now

Financial Assistance

Apply one time annually for your entire family.

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Coach Youth Sports

Coach your child, save on registration, and make a difference.
For more information, contact Gina McMahon at 269-945-4574 or Email Gina.

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