YOUTH SPORTS & ENRICHMENT

If you have any questions, please email chirschy@raritanvalleyymca.org

*** Urgently looking to hire a Tennis Instructor ***

 

Clinics

YMCA Sports Programs help children become not only better players, but better people as well.  The basketball clinics will develop the skills of young players while building character and sportsmanship.  They will also develop a foundation for future excellence by developing dribbling, shooting, defense & passing skills through challenging activities beneficial in high level sports.  Participants can be of all skill levels and abilities.  Each athlete will enjoy the mix of games, activities, and competitions!   The goal is to teach young athletes proper techniques and fundamentals while providing a fun environment to learn in! 

*** An exception will most likely be made even if your child does not fit the age level. ***

*** These are smaller group lessons so spots may be limited! ***

CJ Hirschy is the current Fitness and Sports Director at the Raritan Valley YMCA where he oversees the department and teaches youth sports classes.  Sports have been a significant part of CJ’s life. CJ lettered in baseball and basketball at Toms River High School East and went on to play Division I Baseball at Rider University.  CJ shares that he has been surrounded by great coaches and teammates who he has learned from, enhancing his ability to teach youth.  He has spent several summers running youth baseball and basketball camps, clinics, and tournaments. 

FALL AND WINTER CLINIC SCHEDULE (Click the link to view)

 

Youth Sports Sessions                                                

Our Fall Youth Sports Programs are OPEN for registration! Calendar begins September 11th and ends October 27th!       

FALL YOUTH SPORTS SCHEDULE! (Click the link to view)

Whether it’s gaining the confidence that comes with learning a new skill or building positive relationships that lead to good character and teamwork, participating in sports at the Y is about building the whole child, from the inside out. Our sports programs are for all, they feature positive competition and their schedules are designed for family convenience.

Our goal is to create excitement and interest while providing the basic skills so that children will gain a life-long love of learning, fitness, and physical activity.       

SPECTATOR GUIDELINES (UPDATED 9/11/23, PLEASE READ)     

LATE PICK UP POLICY (UPDATED 9/11/23, PLEASE READ)                                              

Our Fall 2023 Session Will Feature:                                       

  • Soccer                                                                                   
  • Basketball (Boys and Girls)
  • Dance/Ballet
  • Cardio Kids
  • Martial Arts
  • Tennis

                                                                 

  Click the icon to sign up! 

 

REGISTRATION 

A YMCA membership is required for all program participation.

Family Membership (2 adults/up to 4 youth) $69.50 per month + $100 joiner’s fee receive one free youth sports class per child (under 13) *** This only includes Cardio Kids, Basketball, and Martial Arts *** per session, pending availability. Members must keep their family memberships active during the entire session of Youth Sports or will have to pay the registration fee for the lessons. If not, the child will not be able to participate in the sports class. The Family Membership (1 adult/up to 3 youth) - $39.75 a month + $75 joiner's fee is no longer available for this deal.

All class registrations are enrolled on a first-come, first enrolled basis. A current YMCA membership is required. Full payment of class fees are required upon registration.
                                                                                                                                                                  

 


 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The YMCA reserves the right to make any schedule changes when necessary and notifications will be made whenever possible. Classes may be cancelled/rescheduled if a minimum number of participants do not enroll.

Children under the age of 13 and Special Needs participants must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for classes in the fitness center.

Make up classes will only be offered if the YMCA is forced to cancel a class due to inclement weather, instructor illness or unforeseen circumstances. Make up classes will not be offered for a participant’s failure to attend class. Any make up classes will be based upon availability and at the YMCA and Instructors discretion.

A full refund will only be issued if a member withdraws 7 days prior to the first class. After this date, NO REFUNDS will be issued unless the director cancels the program altogether. Cite credit may be a possibility. Memberships are non-refundable and are valid for registration and participation in other Raritan Valley YMCA programs for one year from date of purchase

 

Open Basketball                                                                  

You must be a member or purchase a guest pass for usage.

***Open Basketball may NOT always be available during these hours because of Summer Camp, Youth Sports, Daycare, Afterschool Program, Rentals, Vacation Camps, Special Events, etc.***

9/6 – 10/29

Monday: 12:30 – 4:45pm 

Tuesday: 12:30 – 4:45pm, 7 – 8pm

Wednesday: 12:30 – 4:45pm, 6 – 7pm

Thursday: 12:30 – 4:45pm, 7 – 8pm

Friday: 12:30 – 5:45pm

Saturday: 9am – 1pm

Sunday: 8:30 – 11:30am

*NO OPEN BASKETBALL HOURS ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH, SATURDAY, SEPEMBER 23RD AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21ST.

 

*HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

                                    

Rentals

Do you want to have a fun birthday party? Play sports or games with your friends? This is the place to be! The Raritan Valley YMCA can offer rental space on weekends for business groups, personal events, and parties. The mini gym and aerobics studio is available for rental at $100 per hour. No instructor needed to host. There is not a kitchen at the Y so food service is limited to catered or packaged items. An employee will also be present.

 

 

SPECIAL THANKS TO GRANTS SPONSORED BY SNY

Click the link below to check out the full video of the SNY Play Ball Grant Presented by Chick Fil A!

https://sny.tv/video/sny-play-ball-awards-2-500-grant-to-raritan-valley-ymca