YMCA Youth Sports Keep Kids Active and Healthy
At the YMCA of Metro Denver, our youth development philosophy is grounded in 150 years of lifting up kids and helping them reach their full potential. It's a philosophy centered on two critical factors: creating a unique sense of belonging and always incorporating the pure fun and joy of childhood.
We offer five seasons a year, each season offers a variety of sports for your player to experience. Our coaches are background checked and trained to provide a rewarding experience for your child.
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, August 16, 2025 9 AM - 1 PM The University of Denver: Hamilton Gymnasium |
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Fall I 2025 Youth Sports Information
Season Dates: August 25 - October 25, 2025
Member Registration Opens: June 23, 2025
Non-member Registration Opens: June 23, 2025
Registration Ends: August 18, 2025
Please be aware and note our updated Refund and Withdrawal policy.
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Sports Offered
A variety of sports are offered at the YMCA all year!
Flag Football
Join the fastest-growing youth sport in America!
Volleyball
Our coed volleyball programs teach serving, bumping, and setting in a fun, supportive environment.
Basketball
Our basketball programs foster strength, endurance, and confidence for all skill levels.
Baseball Academy
Our Baseball Academy is a 4-week program designed for young players ages 3-5 and 6-8, offering an introduction to the fundamentals of baseball in a fun, engaging environment.
Soccer
Our soccer programs focus on developing fundamental soccer skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a supportive and energetic environment.
Sports Academy
Our Sports Academy feature the following sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball and Soccer.
Summer Camp
Registration now open for members. Summer Day and Specialty Camps from June 2 to August 14, 2025.
NinjaZone
NinjaZone is a fusion of obstacle course training, gymnastics, martial arts and freestyle movement.
Basketball Camps
Register for our basketball summer camp.
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For all registration related questions: Contact Us.
For Sports Related Questions: Email our sports team.
JC Watne, Sr. Mgr. of Sports: jwatne@denverymca.org
(Central Park, Southwest, University Hills YMCA’s)
Eric "Coach E" Stoffel, Mgr. of Sports estoffel@denverymca.org
(Arvada YMCA)
Billy Merryman, Sports Director: bmerryman@denverymca.org
(YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Association, Arvada, Aurora & Littleton YMCAs)
Each member parent and guardian pledges to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for his or her child and for all other children participating in youth programs by following the following Parent’s Code of Conduct:
- I will encourage good sportsmanship by creating a positive sports environment for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, or other youth sport event.
- I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of my personal desire to win.
- I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
- I will remember that the game is for the youth, not adults, and will do my best to make youth sports fun for my child.
- I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability.
- I will help my child enjoy the youth sports experience by doing whatever I can, such as being a respectful fan and assisting with coaching.