Youth Sports
Youth Sports allow young people to develop skills and build healthy lifestyles through teamwork, fun and fair play. Our coaches are caring volunteers that help guide our children through learning the essentials of physical fitness, healthy development, and participation. There are no tryouts in our non-competitive sports programs. Both team and individual sports are available.
Helpful Information
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You can reach our youth sports department for all YMCA's in Greater San Antonio by emailing us at [email protected] or calling our office at 210-497-7955
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The YMCA Sports team communicates with families and coaches each season through our PlayerpSpace sports management platform. If you're new to the YMCA or a returning family be sure to follow this link to sign in or create your account in the upper right-hand corner.
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Practices are guaranteed to occur at or near your home location, but games are played at YMCAs throughout the Greater San Antonio association based on registration numbers. YMCA leagues and divisions may be combined with those from other Ys to ensure participation for all.
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Interested in coaching your child or a team? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we will get you everything you need to make an impact on kids in our community through sport. Every season there are more kids looking to play sports than parent volunteers signed up to coach. We can always use your help!
- Player & Parent Pledge
Current Offerings
Summer Sports Registration:
Summer Sports Clinics
Session 1: Registration May 2 - June 13
Session 2: Registration May 31 - July 18
Kids will participate in 4-week clinics tailored to specific age groups and sports.
Our younger groups (ages 3-6) are more focused on skill-building and fun. This is a great way to get your kids introduced to a sport or continue their skill-building in order to improve their team experience for the next season.
Our older group clinics (ages 7 -14) will participate in advanced drills and mini-games designed to improve their skills and improve their abilities in competition.
General Info:
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Session 1
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Session 2
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Soccer Clinics
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of soccer.
Ages 3-4 (Tuesdays at 6 - 6:45pm)
Ages 5-6 (Tuesdays at 7 - 8pm)
Soccer Agility Clinics
Teaches agility with a focus on soccer-specific skills
Ages 7-10 (Tuesdays at 6:30 - 7:30pm)
Ages 11-14 (Wednesdays at 6:30 - 7:30pm)
Baseball Clinics
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of baseball.
Ages 3-4 (Thursdays at 6 - 6:45pm)
Ages 5-6 (Thursdays at 7 - 8pm)
Football Clinics
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of football.
Ages 5-6 (Wednesdays at 6 - 6:45pm)
Ages 7-8 (Wednesdays at 7 - 8pm)
Outdoor Volleyball Clinics
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of volleyball.
Ages 9-10 (Wednesdays at 6 - 6:45pm)
Ages 11-12 (Wednesdays at 7 - 8pm)
Outdoor Sports Leagues Registration May 2 - June 17
Important Dates
First Practice: Week of June 13
First Game: June 25
Last Game: August 6
- There will be 6 games total.
- No games July 2
INDOOR SPORTS LEAGUES Registration May 2 - June 17
Important Dates:
First Practice/Game: June 25
Last Game: August 6
- There will be 6 games total played at the Mays Potranco and Thousand Oaks Y locations.
- Certain age divisions may be combined and have a high chance of playing other YMCAs for games due to low participation, travel is likely.
- Travel will be required between Potranco and Thousand Oaks locations (Ages 7-10)
- No games July 2
- All practices/games are held on Saturdays.
REGISTER AT THE Y
If you prefer NOT to register online, please print out our Summer Clinics 1 & Clinics 2 | Summer Outdoor Leagues | Summer Indoor Leagues Registration Form(s). Bring your completed form to the Welcome Center at the Thousand Oaks Family YMCA and we will get you all set up!
Vision
It's Everyone's Game
When youth play sports with the Y they gain more than just exercise. They learn what it takes to be a leader in sports and in life. Understanding the fundamentals of the game and safe play is just the beginning. Our coaches help guide youth through learning the essentials of physical fitness, healthy development, and participation. We focus on improving their confidence and maintaining their determination. It doesn't matter who you are, or where you came from, at the Y, it's everyone’s game.
Mission
YMCA Mission Statement To put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
Impact
YMCA Sports Impact in the Community
• Over 17,000 volunteer hours are recorded from over 750 coaches in one year at the Mays Family YMCA at Stone Oak
• $35,000 + raised through 80 + Team Sponsorships which directly helps those in need of YMCA programming.
• YMCA is a 501c3 Not-For-Profit, Charitable Organization.
Facilities
Mays YMCA Facilities
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10 soccer fields for soccer/football/lacrosse
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4 baseball diamonds for baseball and softball
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Access to NEISD schools for volleyball and basketball leagues
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Concession stands and restroom facilities at baseball and soccer with baby changing stations in both male and female restrooms
YMCA Volunteer Coaches
The Mays Family YMCA at Stone Oak sports program is run by volunteer coaches. Volunteer Coaches are our connection to the Stone Oak community and can provide a meaningful, positive
experience for your child.
Impact of Youth Sports
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Over 17,000 volunteer hours are recorded from over 750 coaches in one year at the Mays Family YMCA at Stone Oak
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$35,000 + raised through 80 + Team Sponsorships which directly helps those in need of YMCA programming.
If you are interested in volunteering as a coach, click HERE and then click the " Apply to Volunteer" button.
Value of YMCA Youth Sports
• 50% Playing Time
YMCA guarantees a child will play a minimum of 50% of the time in every sport. This Best Practice allows the child the time to grow and develop their confidence and skills.
• Requests
Participants can request to play with a certain coach, or a friend or player. During General and Late Registration, requests are not guaranteed.
• Member Discount
Members receive a discount on Youth Sports and other Y Programs.
