Our classes for babies, toddlers, and school-aged kids, include the arts, math, science, and much more.


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Spring II Programming starts April 29!
Member registration opens Saturday, April 6 and community registration opens Saturday, April 13. Session availability varies by branch location. Explore your branch offerings today and Join the Y today for early access and discounts!


Sports

Soccer, Ages 3-5

Toddler soccer is an instructional class that teaches basic soccer skills, as well as a love for sport. Develop teamwork and participation in a fun, non-competitive environment.

Ages 3-5

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Karate, Ages 5-12

Karate develops physical conditioning, mental awareness, and self-defense strategies. Students will learn to develop speed, power, focus, and balance. 

Ages 5-12

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Karate, Ages 13+

Karate develops physical conditioning, mental awareness, and self-defense strategies. Students will learn to develop speed, power, focus, and balance. 

Ages 13+

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Toddler Basketball, Ages 3-5

Toddler Basketball is an instructional class that teaches basic basketball skills, as well as a love for sport. Develop teamwork and participation in a fun, non-competitive environment.

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Youth Basketball, Ages 5-12

Kids will learn and master the basics of passing, dribbling and shooting and practice your offense and defense in fun drills and games.

Ages 5-12

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Intramural Basketball League, Ages 11-12

The Ridgewood YMCA Youth Intramural Basketball League strives to elevate skills, promote teamwork, and develop the player and the individual. We stress dedication and hard work in a balanced environment. It is sure to be a rewarding experience for the young athlete!

One shirt provided. 

Play times are twice a week for an hour.

Practice Times:

  • Mondays: 5:15 - 6:15 PM (ages 11-12)

Scrimmage Times:

  • Fridays: 5:15 - 6:15 PM (ages 11-12)
     

Contact information:
Heidy Lopez, Sr. Prog. Director
HLopez@ymcanyc.org or call 212-912-2184

Oliver Makula, Head Coach
OMakula@ymcanyc.org

 

Ages 11-12

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My Grown Up and Me

Art & Play, Ages 2-4

Our Art & Play class covers five basic art areas: collage, painting, drawing, print-making, and construction. The children experience the art materials at their own pace. Our instructors use materials that are satisfying to the eye and stimulating to the touch. The instructor’s philosophy is that it is the process, not the finished product that is important when tapping into the child’s creative spirit.

Ages 2-4

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Ready, Set, Science, Ages 2-4

This program introduces your child into a classroom setting where they can experience science concepts. Children explore science concepts through the use of hands on materials and manipulatives.

Ages 2-4

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Music & Movement, Ages 2-4

Enhance your child's development and love of music through song, dance, movement games and instruments. Children will explore movement, melody and rhythm, while learning a wide variety of child friendly songs and dances. These concepts will also nurture their physical and social development. Children sing, listen to stories, play instruments.

Ages 2-4

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Pre-K

Literacy & Learning, Ages 3-5

Children will read books, have fun, and gain literacy skills. Projects will be based on stories and literacy understanding, using different materials and techniques.

Ages 3-5

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Around the World with Music, Ages 3-5

Enhance your child's development and love of music through song, dance, movement games, and instruments. Children will explore movement, melody, and rhythm while learning a wide variety of child-friendly songs and dances from around the world. These concepts will also nurture their physical and social development. Children sing, listen to stories, and play instruments.

Ages 3-5

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Aspiring Artists, Ages 3-5

Children explore different mediums and create art.

Ages 3-5

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Little Scientists, Ages 3-5

Study bugs, germinate seeds, and conduct various science activities.

Ages 3-5

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Fun with Fitness, Ages 3-5

Kids have fun with workouts and fitness activities designed for them.

Ages 3-5

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