Mays Family YMCA at Potranco Youth Sports

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Summer 2022 Sports Season

Now Registering!

In light of the most recent CDC update, masks and social distancing are now optional for fully vaccinated members, guests, and staff in YMCA Facilities. The YMCA will not require proof of vaccination. Out of respect to other members and staff around you, please continue to wear a mask if not fully vaccinated. Individuals can continue to wear a mask if they choose to as well.

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

You can reach our youth sports department for all YMCA's in Greater San Antonio by emailing us at sportsinfo@ymcasatx.org or calling our office at 210-497-7955
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.
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.
Interested in coaching your child or a team? Reach out to us at coachsupport@ymcasatx.org 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

Sports Offered:

SPORTS Clinics

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.

Session 1: Registration May 2 - June 13
Session 2: Registration May 31 - July 18

General Info:

Session 1

Clinics start the week of June 13
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks

Session 2

Clinics start the week of July 18
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks

Soccer Clinics
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of soccer.

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 5-8 (Wednesdays at 6 - 7pm)

Baseball Clinics
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of baseball.

Ages 3-4 (Tuesdays at 6 - 6:45pm)
Ages 5-6 (Tuesdays at 7 - 8pm)

Outdoor Volleyball Clinics
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills volleyball.

Ages 5-8 (Wednesdays at 6 - 7pm)
Ages 9-12 (Wednesdays at 7:15 - 8:15pm)

Summer 3v3 Soccer Leagues

Registration May 2 - June 25

Important Dates:
Games begin: Week of June 27
Last Game: August 1

There will be multiple games played per night.
Age divisions may be combined due to low participation and with other YMCAs for
games.
Games only

Soccer 3v3 (co-ed)
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of soccer.

Ages 7-8 (Tuesdays at 6:15 - 7:15pm)
Ages 9-11 (Tuesdays at 7:30 - 8:30pm)

Participants will play in a 5-week series where they will be learning the fundamentals of teamwork and team chemistry while also focusing on their personal growth through gameplay. Teams will be made up of 3 and will change constantly. This allows participants to play alongside different skill sets.

Indoor Sports Leagues

Registration May 2 - June 17

Important Dates:
First Practice Week/Game: Week of June 25
Last Game: August 6

There will be 6 games total played at the Mays Potranco and Thousand Oaks locations.
Age divisions may be combined due to low participation and with other YMCAs for
games.
Travel will be required between Potranco and Thousand Oaks locations. (Ages 7-10)
All practices/games are held on Saturdays only.
No games July 2
All practices/ games are held on Saturdays only.

Basketball(co-ed)

Ages 5-10 yrs

4v4 Volleyball Leagues

Registration May 20 - June 24

Participants will play in a 6 week series where they will be learning the fundamentals of teamwork and team chemistry while also focusing on their personal growth through game play. Teams will be made up of 4 and will change constantly. This allows participants to play alongside different skill sets.

Important Dates

Games begin: Week of June 27 Last Game: Week of Aug. 1

There will be multiple games played per night.
Age divisions may be combined due to low participation.
Games only.
Played on grass and outdoor court.

Volleyball 4v4 (CO-ED)
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of Volleyball.

Ages 12-14 (Thursdays) at 6:15 - 7:15pm
Ages 15-17 (Thursdays) at 7:30 - 8:30pm

REGISTER AT THE Y

If you prefer NOT to register online, please print out our registration forms - Summer 3v3 Soccer | Summer Indoor Leagues | Summer Clinics 1 & Clinics 2 | 4x4 Volleyball League. Bring your completed form to the Welcome Center and we will get you all set up!

Helpful Information

Clipboard

To view your child's practice and game schedules, click HERE.

Resources

Youth Sports Rules

Weather Policy

Coaches' Corner

Parents' Place

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.

• Uniforms

The YMCA provides a uniform for your child.

Soccer - Jersey and Socks
Baseball - Jersey and MLB Cap or Visor
Lacrosse - Jersey
Volleyball - Jersey
Basketball - Jersey (Reversible)
Flag Football/Touch Football (Jersey)

Sponsor a Team and get Upgraded Jerseys for all.

Mays Family YMCA at Potranco Swimming

Location

Mays Family YMCA at Potranco

Water Exercise Classes

To view our water exercise classes and pool hours please visit our group exercise schedule page.

Swim Lessons

Number 1 in Water Safety

The YMCA swim lesson curriculum is designed to teach this lifelong skill to children and adults of all skill levels in a safe environment. We offer swim lessons for the beginner and for those looking to improve their strokes. Adult swim lessons are for individuals ages 13 and older.

What to Expect

All YMCA swim instructors are nationally certified and are trained in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration.
Small instructor-to-student ratios
A curriculum focusing on skills-based instruction with an emphasis on personal safety.
Provided take-home tools and resources to support students and families outside of the Y.
Students’ progress is tracked throughout the session and discussed with parents.
Mid-session reports are given halfway through the session and certificates of achievement are given at completion.
Variety of class offerings at many convenient Y locations.

Helpful Documents

Pool Rules

Pool Supervision & Swim Band Guidelines

Program Overview

Parent Handbook

Questions?

Contact:

Miriam Fernandez-Morales
Aquatics Director
miriamfm@ymcasatx.org

Please contact:
Brenna Fano

Brenna Fano
Aquatics Coordinator
brennaf@ymcasatx.org

What age group does the student fall into?

Which stage is the student ready for?

Click the below tabs to see the swim lessons offered by age range information.

PARENT AND CHILD

Ages: 6 months - 3 years

With a parent in the pool, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim-readiness skills. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention.

Swim Starters

In this program, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim-readiness skills through fun and confidence-building experiences. Parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention and the importance of supervision.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land?

Stage A: Water Discovery

Ages: 6 month-3yrs

Qualifications: None

Infants and toddlers are introduced to the aquatic environment and encouraged to enjoy themselves while learning about the water. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to respond to verbal cues and jump on land.

In this class, you’ll help your child:

Blow bubbles on the surface of the water
Move and float with their chin in the water
Move and float with their head on your shoulder
Roll from back to front and front to back
Grab the pool wall
Enter and exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Is the student comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water?

Stage B: Water Exploration

Ages: 3-5 years

Qualifications: Stage A: Water Discovery

You’ll work with your child to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles and fundamental safety and aquatic skills. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water.

In this class, you’ll help your child:

Blow bubbles with mouth and nose submerged in the water
Move and float while blowing bubbles in the water
Move and float with their head on your chest
Roll from back to front and front to back
Monkey crawl
Enter and exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

PRESCHOOL CHILD

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

Kids learn safe water habits, underwater exploration, how to swim to safety and exit the water. Lessons are a mix of activities, games and drills.

Swim Basics

In this program, preschoolers learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills—swim, float, swim and jump, push, turn, grab.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Will the student go underwater voluntarily?

Stage 1: Water Acclamation

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

Qualifications: None

Preschoolers develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going underwater voluntarily.

In this class, your child will:

Bob to submerge in the water
Front and back glide to the wall for five feet with help
Front and back float for 10 seconds with help
Roll from back to front and front to back with help
Jump, push, turn, grab with help
Swim, float, swim 10 feet with help
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student do a front and back float on his or her own?

Stage 2: Water Movement

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to go underwater & comfortably open eyes without goggles, (2) able to float on front & back with minimal assistance, (3) able to jump in the pool, submerge & return to the wall with assistance.

Preschoolers focus on body position and control, directional change, forward movement in the water and continue to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to do a front and back float on their own.

In this class, your child will:

Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool
Front and back glide to the wall for five feet
Front and back float for 10 seconds
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab
Swim, float, swim five yards
Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim 10–15 yards on his or her front

Stage 3: Water Stamina

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to float on front & back unassisted, (2) able to push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted, (3) able to Swim-Float-Swim 15 feet unassisted, (4) able to jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted.

Preschoolers learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back.

In this class, your child will:

Retrieve an object in chest-deep water
Swim on their front and back for 10 yards
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards
Swim, float, swim 15 yards
Tread water for 30 seconds
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Swim Strokes

Having mastered the fundamentals, preschoolers learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl?

Stage 4: Stroke Introduction

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to submerge & retrieve an object in chest deep water, (2) able to swim front crawl 15 yards while taking a breath, (3) able to Swim-Float-Swim 15 yards, (4) able to jump in & tread water for 30 seconds (5) able to swim to wall & exit.

Preschoolers learn the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim 15 yards of front and back crawl.

In this class, your child will:

Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards
Breaststroke kick for 15 yards
Butterfly kick for 15 yards
Elementary backstroke for 15 yards
Dive from a sitting position
Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute
Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

SCHOOL-AGE CHILD

Ages: 6 -12 years

Starting with water safety and basic swimming competency, kids progress to learn about the four competitive swimming strokes.

Swim Basics

In this program, school-age kids learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills—swim, float, swim and jump, push, turn, grab.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Will the student go underwater voluntarily?

Stage 1: Water Acclamation

Ages: 5 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: None

Kids develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going underwater voluntarily.

In this class, your child will:

Bob to submerge in the water
Front and back glide to the wall for five feet with help
Front and back float for 10 seconds with help
Roll from back to front and front to back with help
Jump, push, turn, grab with help
Swim, float, swim 10 feet with help
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student do a front and back float on his or her own?

Stage 2: Water Movement

Ages: 6 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to go underwater & comfortably open eyes without goggles, (2) able to float on front & back with minimal assistance, (3) able to jump in the pool, submerge & return to the wall with assistance.

Kids focus on body position and control, directional change, forward movement in the water and continue to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to do a front and back float on their own.

In this class, your child will:

Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool
Front and back glide to the wall for 10 feet
Front and back float for 20 seconds
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab
Swim, float, swim five yards
Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim 10–15 yards on his or her front

Stage 3: Water Stamina

Ages: 6 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to float on front & back unassisted, (2) able to push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted, (3) able to Swim-Float-Swim 15 feet unassisted, (4) able to jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted.

Kids learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back.

In this class, your child will:

Retrieve an object in chest-deep water
Swim on their front and back for 15 yards
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards
Swim, float, swim 25 yards
Tread water for one minute
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Swim Strokes

Having mastered the fundamentals, school-age kids learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique.

Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl?

Stage 4: Stroke Introduction

Ages: 6 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to submerge & retrieve an object in chest-deep water, (2) able to swim front crawl 15 yards while taking a breath, (3) able to Swim-Float-Swim 15 yards, (4) able to jump in & tread water for 30 seconds (5) able to swim to wall & exit.

Kids learn the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke kick, and butterfly kick. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim 15 yards of front and back crawl.

In this class, your child will:

Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards
Breaststroke kick for 15 yards
Butterfly kick for 15 yards
Elementary backstroke for 15 yards
Dive from a sitting position
Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute
Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, & breaststroke across the pool?

Stage 5: Stroke Development

Ages: 5 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to front crawl & back crawl 25 yards, (2) able to swim breaststroke kick and dolphin kick 15 yards (3) able to tread water using multiple kicks for 1 minute.

Kids work on stroke technique and learn the major competitive strokes. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim the front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke across the pool.

In this class, your child will:

Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards
Breaststroke for 25 yards
Butterfly with simultaneous arm action and kick for 15 yards
Back crawl for 25 yards
Sidestroke for 25 yards
Dive from a kneeling position
Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for two minutes
Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back?

Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics

Ages: 5 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to swim front crawl with bent arm recovery & rotary breathing for 25 yards, (2) able to swim back crawl with stroke rotation for 25 yards, (3) able to swim butterfly with over arm recovery, (4) able to swim breaststroke for 25 yards achieving stroke rhythm, (5) able to dive from kneeling position.

Kids refine stroke technique on the major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim the front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke across the pool and back.

In this class, your child will:

Swim the front crawl for 50 yards and do a flip turn
Breaststroke for 50 yards and do an open turn
Butterfly for 25 yards
Back crawl for 25 yards and do a flip turn
Sidestroke or elementary backstroke for 50 yards
Dive from a standing position
Tread water for one minute and retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool
Swim any combination of strokes for 150 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

No offerings available at this time.

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Teen and Adult Swim Lessons offered at the Y!

TEEN & ADULT SWIM LESSONS

The YMCA Swim Lesson Curriculum is a core group of aquatic skills every person needs to be safe around water. As the foundation of our program, these skills allow students to learn correct swim stroke techniques. Students begin with and build upon skills they are ready to learn, helping them to celebrate their successes, build self-confidence, and enjoy learning to swim and water safety.

Teens & Adults

Ages: 13 +
Teens and adults can begin with water safety and continue on to learn and refine skills in the four competitive swimming strokes.

Please contact:

Miriam Fernandez-Morales
Aquatics Director
miriamfm@ymcasatx.org
(210) 901-6622

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private Swim Lessons for ages 3 and up allow for individualized attention to help improve or master swimming skills. Together, the instructor, participant, and/or parent determine the goals for the session, and the curriculum is customized in order to meet these goals.

Cost: Y Member: $145| Non-Member: $165
Lessons: held once a week for four weeks
(Session includes 4, 45 min lessons)

Days	Times	Session Times
Mondays & Wednesdays	6:00pm	45 mins
Mondays & Wednesdays	7:00pm	45 mins
Tuesdays & Thursdays	4:00pm	45 mins
Tuesdays & Thursdays	5:00pm	45 mins
Tuesdays & Thursdays	6:00pm	45 mins
Tuesdays & Thursdays	7:00pm	45 mins
Fridays	5:00pm	45 mins
Fridays	6:00pm	45 mins
Saturdays	12:00pm	45 mins
Saturdays	1:00pm	45 mins

All beginner swimmers and any swimmer under 6 years old, must have a parent or guardian accompany the child into the water and assist with hands-on skill practice.

To register for private swim lessons, please visit the Y Welcome Center (Front Desk) or register online!

Register Online

Questions? Please contact:

Miriam Fernandez-Morales
Aquatics Director
miriamfm@ymcasatx.org

Taught by certified USA Swim Coaches and YMCA Swim Instructors, the Hurricanes Pre Swim Team provides conditioning, flexibility and muscle toning, in addition to developing self-confidence, self-discipline, and goal setting. Does your child have a competitive edge? There will be opportunities to compete at USA Swim Meets!

WHO: 6-15 yrs

ADDITIONAL PRACTICE DAYS: Practices will now also be offered on Tuesdays & Thursdays, in addition to the regular Mondays & Wednesday sessions.
Beginner Hurricanes: 5:45pm - 7:00pm
Advanced Hurricanes: 6:45 - 8:00pm

Due to Labor Day, practice scheduled for Monday, September 1, will be moved to Friday, September 5, at the same time.

SECOND TRYOUT DAY: August 26 at 8:00pm

SEASON: September 2025 - May 2026

WHERE: Mays Family YMCA at Potranco

MONTHLY FEE: $125 Member • $150 Community

Pre-requisites/Qualifications: 25 yd freestyle, 25 yd backstroke; 1-minute water tread

Financial assistance is available through our Open Doors Scholarship program.

For questions and registration information, please contact:

Miriam Fernandez-Morales
Aquatics Director
miriamfm@ymcasatx.org

COMPETITIVE STROKE CLINIC

For more information, please reach out to Brenna Fano at brennaf@ymcasatx.org.

Date	Stroke	Time	Slots	Registration
March 10	Backstroke	12pm	6	Register March 10
March 10	Breaststroke	1pm	6	Register March 10
March 12	Freestyle	12pm	6	Register March 12
March 12	Flips & Turns	1pm	6	Register March 12
March 20	Butterfly	6pm	6	Register March 20
March 20	Backstroke	7pm	6	Register March 20
April 12	Flips & Turns	3pm	6	Register April 12
April 12	Underwater pullouts	4pm	6	Register April 12
April 17	Breaststroke	6pm	6	Register April 17
April 17	Butterfly	7pm	6	Register April 17
April 26	Freestyle	3pm	6	Register April 26
April 26	Butterfly	4pm	6	Register April 26

May Family YMCA at Potranco Contact Us

Location

Mays Family YMCA at Potranco

We're Here to help!

Jami Engel

Executive Director
jamie@ymcasatx.org

Valerie Dorado

Membership Engagement Director
valeried@ymcasatx.org

Kelsie Rhoades

Youth & Family Director
kelsier@ymcasatx.org

Miriam Fernandez-Morales

Aquatics Director
miriamfm@ymcasatx.org

Timothy Keller

Director of Personal Training & Fitness
timothyk@ymcasatx.org

Youth Sports Department

210-497-7955
potrancosports@ymcasatx.org

Address: 8765 Hwy 151 Access Rd | Phone: 210-901-6622

YMCA of Greater San Antonio Awarded $5,000 Texas Bar Foundation Grant to Support Youth & Government Program

[SAN ANTONIO, TX, December 9, 2024] — The YMCA of Greater San Antonio is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation for one year beginning October 25, 2024.

Mays Family at Stone Oak Youth Sports

Location

Mays Family YMCA at Stone Oak Youth Sports Complex

Summer 2022 SPORTS SEASON

Now Registering!

Youth Sports

Helpful Information

You can reach our youth sports department for all YMCA's in Greater San Antonio by emailing us at sportsinfo@ymcasatx.org or calling our office at 210-497-7955
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.
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.
Interested in coaching your child or a team? Reach out to us at coachsupport@ymcasatx.org 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

General Info:

Session 1

Clinics start the week of June 13
Ends the week of July 4
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks
Co-ed

Session 2

Clinics start the week of July 18
Ends the week of Aug. 8
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks
Co-ed

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

Baseball

Ages: 7-12yrs

Register

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.

Basketball (Saturdays only)

Ages: 7 - 12yrs

Register

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!

Helpful Information

Clipboard

To view your child's practice and game schedules, click HERE.

Resources

Youth Sports Rules

Weather Policy

Coaches' Corner

Parents' Place

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

10 soccer fields for soccer/football/lacrosse
4 baseball diamonds for baseball and softball
Access to NEISD schools for volleyball and basketball leagues
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

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.

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.

• Uniforms

The YMCA provides a uniform for your child.

Soccer - Jersey and Socks
Baseball - Jersey and YMCA hat or visor
Lacrosse - Jersey
Volleyball - Jersey
Basketball - Jersey (Reversible)
Flag Football/Touch Football (Jersey)

Sponsor a Team and get Upgraded Jerseys for all.

Schertz Family YMCA Youth Sports

Location

Schertz Family YMCA

Summer 2022 Sports Season

Summer Sports

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

You can reach our youth sports department for all YMCA's in Greater San Antonio by emailing us at sportsinfo@ymcasatx.org or calling our office at 210-497-7955
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.
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.
Interested in coaching your child or a team? Reach out to us at coachsupport@ymcasatx.org 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:

*The Schertz Family YMCA will be running their Youth Sports Program through our Cibolo Family YMCA branch.

Register Online

Y Sports offered:

Summer Sports Clinics
Session 1: Registration May 2 - June 13
Session 2: Registration May 31 - July 18

General Info:

Session 1

Clinics start the week of June 13
End week of July 4
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks

Session 2

Clinics start the week of July 18
End week of Aug. 8
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks

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)

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)

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)

Volleyball Clinics (Session 2 only)
Teaches the fundamentals and basic skills of volleyball.

Ages 9-10 (Tuesdays at 6 - 7pm)
Ages 11-12 (Wednesdays at 6 - 7pm)
Ages 13-14 (Thursdays at 6 - 7pm)

Indoor 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.
Age divisions may be combined due to low participation and with other YMCAs for games, travel is likely.
Age divisions 11+ have a high chance of playing other YMCAs for games and travel is likely.
All practices will be in your local Y area, including combined Divisions with other
YMCAs.
No games July 2

Basketball (co-ed) Ages: 5 -14 yrs

Register

Address: 338 South Main Street

Helpful Information

Clipboard

To view your child's practice and game schedules, click HERE.

Resources

Youth Sports Rules

Weather Policy

Coaches' Corner

Parents' Place

REGISTER AT THE Y

If you prefer NOT to register online, please print out our Summer Clinics1 & Clinics 2 | Summer Indoor Leagues form(s). Bring your completed form to the Welcome Center and we will get you all set up!

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.

• Uniforms

The YMCA provides a uniform for your child.

Soccer - Jersey, and Socks
Baseball - Jersey and MLB Cap or Visor
Volleyball - Jersey
Basketball - Jersey (Reversible)
Flag Football Football (Jersey)

Sponsor a Team and get your logo on the jersey!
Call 210-945-1529 to find out how!

Schertz Family YMCA Swimming

Location

Schertz Family YMCA

› Water Exercise Classes

To view our water exercise classes and pool hours, please visit our group exercise schedule page.

› Swim Lessons

Number 1 in Water Safety

What to Expect

All YMCA swim instructors are nationally certified and are trained in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration.
Small instructor-to-student ratios
A curriculum focusing on skills-based instruction with an emphasis on personal safety.
Provided take-home tools and resources to support students and families outside of the Y.
Students’ progress is tracked throughout the session and discussed with parents.
Mid-session reports are given halfway through the session and certificates of achievement are given at completion.
Variety of class offerings at many convenient Y locations.

Helpful Documents

Pool Rules

Pool Supervision & Swim Band Guidelines

Program Overview

Parent Handbook

Questions?

Please contact:

Deseret Dawkins
Association Aquatics Director
deseretd@ymcasatx.org

Christian Hose

Tristin Lopez
Aquatics Coordinator - Swim Lessons & Events
tristinl@ymcasatx.org

Emily Robinson
Swim Team Coordinator
emilyr@ymcasatx.org

WHAT AGE GROUP DOES THE STUDENT FALL INTO?

WHICH STAGE IS THE STUDENT READY FOR?

Click the below tabs to see what is offered by age range.

PARENT AND CHILD

Ages: 6 months - 3 years

With a parent in the pool, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim-readiness skills. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention.

Swim Starters

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land?

Stage A: Water Discovery

In this class, you’ll help your child:

Blow bubbles on the surface of the water
Move and float with their chin in the water
Move and float with their head on your shoulder
Roll from back to front and front to back
Grab the pool wall
Enter and exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Is the student comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water?

Stage B: Water Exploration

Ages: 3-5 years

Qualifications: Stage A: Water Discovery

In this class, you’ll help your child:

Blow bubbles with mouth and nose submerged in the water
Move and float while blowing bubbles in the water
Move and float with their head on your chest
Roll from back to front and front to back
Monkey crawl
Enter and exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

PRESCHOOL CHILD

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

Kids learn safe water habits, underwater exploration, how to swim to safety and exit the water. Lessons are a mix of activities, games and drills.

Swim Basics

In this program, preschoolers learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills—swim, float, swim and jump, push, turn, grab.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Will the student go underwater voluntarily?

Stage 1: Water Acclamation

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

In this class, your child will:

Bob to submerge in the water
Front and back glide to the wall for five feet with help
Front and back float for 10 seconds with help
Roll from back to front and front to back with help
Jump, push, turn, grab with help
Swim, float, swim 10 feet with help
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student do a front and back float on his or her own?

Stage 2: Water Movement

In this class, your child will:

Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool
Front and back glide to the wall for five feet
Front and back float for 10 seconds
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab
Swim, float, swim five yards
Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim 10–15 yards on his or her front

Stage 3: Water Stamina

In this class, your child will:

Retrieve an object in chest-deep water
Swim on their front and back for 10 yards
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards
Swim, float, swim 15 yards
Tread water for 30 seconds
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Swim Strokes

Having mastered the fundamentals, preschoolers learn additional water safety skills and build stroke techniques.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl?

Stage 4: Stroke Introduction

Ages: 3 - 5yrs

Preschoolers learn the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim 15 yards of front and back crawl.

In this class, your child will:

Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards
Breaststroke kick for 15 yards
Butterfly kick for 15 yards
Elementary backstroke for 15 yards
Dive from a sitting position
Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute
Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

SCHOOL-AGE CHILD

Ages: 5 -12 years

Starting with water safety and basic swimming competency, kids progress to learn about the four competitive swimming strokes.

Swim Basics

In this program, school-age kids learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills—swim, float, swim and jump, push, turn, grab.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Will the student go underwater voluntarily?

Stage 1: Water Acclamation

Bob to submerge in the water
Front and back glide to the wall for five feet with help
Front and back float for 10 seconds with help
Roll from back to front and front to back with help
Jump, push, turn, grab with help
Swim, float, swim 10 feet with help
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student do a front and back float on his or her own?

Stage 2: Water Movement

Ages: 5 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to go underwater & comfortably open eyes without goggles, (2) able to float on front & back with minimal assistance, (3) able to jump in the pool, submerge & return to the wall with assistance.

Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool
Front and back glide to the wall for 10 feet
Front and back float for 20 seconds
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab
Swim, float, swim five yards
Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim 10–15 yards on his or her front

Stage 3: Water Stamina

Ages: 5 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to float on front & back unassisted, (2) able to push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted, (3) able to Swim-Float-Swim 15 feet unassisted, (4) able to jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted.

In this class, your child will:

Retrieve an object in chest-deep water
Swim on their front and back for 15 yards
Roll from back to front and front to back
Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards
Swim, float, swim 25 yards
Tread water for one minute
Exit the water

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Swim Strokes

Having mastered the fundamentals, school-age kids learn additional water safety skills and build stroke techniques.

The stages offered are:
(Please click on the below stages to view details and to register.)

Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl?

Stage 4: Stroke Introduction

Ages: 5 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to submerge & retrieve an object in chest deep water, (2) able to swim front crawl 15 yards while taking a breath, (3) able to Swim-Float-Swim 15 yards, (4) able to jump in & tread water for 30 seconds (5) able to swim to wall & exit.

Kids learn the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim 15 yards of front and back crawl.

In this class, your child will:

Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards
Breaststroke kick for 15 yards
Butterfly kick for 15 yards
Elementary backstroke for 15 yards
Dive from a sitting position
Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute
Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, & breaststroke across the pool?

Stage 5: Stroke Development

Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards
Breaststroke for 25 yards
Butterfly with simultaneous arm action and kick for 15 yards
Back crawl for 25 yards
Sidestroke for 25 yards
Dive from a kneeling position
Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for two minutes
Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back?

Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics

Ages: 5 - 12 yrs

Qualifications: (1) able to swim front crawl with bent arm recovery & rotary breathing for 25 yards, (2) able to swim back crawl with stroke rotation for 25 yards, (3) able to swim butterfly with over arm recovery, (4) able to swim breaststroke for 25 yards achieving stroke rhythm, (5) able to dive from kneeling position.

Kids refine stroke techniques on the major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle. This class is for kids who aren’t yet able to swim the front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back.

In this class, your child will:

Swim the front crawl for 50 yards and do a flip turn
Breaststroke for 50 yards and do an open turn
Butterfly for 25 yards
Back crawl for 25 yards and do a flip turn
Sidestroke or elementary backstroke for 50 yards
Dive from a standing position
Tread water for one minute and retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool
Swim any combination of strokes for 150 yards

* Stages vary by Y location

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

TEEN& ADULT SWIM LESSONS

Ages: 13 +

Teens and adults can begin with water safety and continue on to learn and refine skills in the four competitive swimming strokes.

You may register online or at our Welcome Center.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private Swim Lessons for ages 3 and up allow for individualized attention to help improve or master swimming skills. Together, the instructor, participant, and/or parent determine the goals for the session, and the curriculum is customized in order to meet these goals.

Cost: Y Member: $145 | Non-Member: $165
Lessons: held once a week for four weeks (Session includes 4, 45 min lessons)

To register for private swim lessons, please visit the Schertz Y Welcome Center (Front Desk) or register online!

For questions and to register, please contact:

Tristin Lopez
Aquatics Coordinator - Swim Lessons & Events
tristinl@ymcasatx.org

WHO: 6-15 yrs

TRYOUTS: August 5, 5:30p-6:30p OR August 16, 10am-11am

SEASON: September 2025 - May 2026
5pm-6:15pm, Mon/Wed OR 1pm-3:30pm Saturdays

WHERE: Schertz Family YMCA • Aquatics Center

MONTHLY FEE: $125 Member • $150 Community

Pre-requisites/Qualifications: 25 yd freestyle, 25 yd backstroke; 1-minute water tread

Financial assistance is available through our Open Doors Scholarship program.

For questions and registration information, please contact:

Emily Robinson
Swim Team Coordinator
emilyr@ymcasatx.org

Storm Swim Team is a year-round competitive USA Swimming club, offering high-quality professional coaching for youth with various swimming skills and backgrounds.

Do you have what it takes?

WHO: Students, 6-15 years old

TRYOUTS:
Returning Athletes: August 5, 5:30p-6:30p
New Athletes: August 16, 10am-11am

WHERE: Schertz Family YMCA • Aquatics Center

CONTACT:
Emily Robinson
Swim Team Coordinator
emilyr@ymcasatx.org

› Competitive Stroke Clinic

Swimmers will learn stroke technique, development, and refinement to improve the technical aspects of their competitive strokes, with a focus on Backstroke, Freestyle, Breaststroke, Butterfly, Divining, and Flips/Turns. Our certified USA Swim Coaches and YMCA Swim Instructors will be coaching these clinics.

Ages: 6 - 17
Cost per clinic:
$15/ Y members/Schertz resident
$20/ Community
Clinics are 45 minutes each.

Requirement for participation: Swim 25 yards of freestyle and Backstroke and tread water for 1 minute.

For more information, please reach out to Emily Robinson at emilyr@ymcasatx.org.

Date	Stroke	Time	Slots	Registration
March 9	Freestyle	2pm	12	Register March 9
	Backstroke	3pm	12	Register March 9
	Turns	4pm	12	Register March 9
March 11	Breaststroke	2pm	16	Register March 11
	Butterfly	3pm	16	Register March 11
	Starts	4pm	16	Register March 11
March 13	Freestyle	10am	8	Register March 13
	Backstroke	11am	8	Register March 13
	Underwaters	12pm	8	Register March 13
	Breaststroke	2pm	16	Register March 13
	Butterfly	3pm	16	Register March 13
	Starts	4pm	16	Register March 13
March 22	Turns	2pm	8	Register March 22
	Freestyle	3pm	8	Register March 22
	Breaststroke	4pm	8	Register March 22
March 29	Starts	2pm	8	Register March 29
	Backstroke	3pm	8	Register March 29
	Butterfly	4pm	8	Register March 29

Schertz Family YMCA Contact Us

Location

Schertz Family YMCA

We're Here to Help!

Anastacio Torres

Executive Director
anastaciot@ymcasatx.org

Stephanie Palos

Membership and Marketing Director
stephaniepa@ymcasatx.org

Joshua Kelly

Sr. Aquatics Director
joshuak@ymcasatx.org

Youth Sports Department

210-497-7955
sportsinfo@ymcasatx.org

Address: 16103 Henderson Pass, San Antonio TX 78232 | Phone: (210) 494-5292 | Fax: (210) 494-5294

Thousand Oaks Family YMCA Sports

Location

Thousand Oaks Family YMCA

Summer 2022 SPORTS SEASON

Now Registering

Youth Sports

*The Thousand Oaks Family YMCA will be running the Youth Sports Program through our Mays Family YMCA at Stone Oak branch.

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 are 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.

Helpful Information

You can reach our youth sports department for all YMCA's in Greater San Antonio by emailing us at sportsinfo@ymcasatx.org or calling our office at 210-497-7955
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.
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.
Interested in coaching your child or a team? Reach out to us at coachsupport@ymcasatx.org 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 Season:

Registration
Helpful Resources

Summer Sports Clinics

Session 1: Registration May 2 - June 13
Session 2: Registration May 31 - July 18

General Info:

Session 1

Clinics start the week of June 13
Ends the week of July 4
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks
Co-ed

Session 2

Clinics start the week of July 18
Ends the week of Aug. 8
Meets 1x week for 4 weeks
Co-ed