This co-ed basketball league is for children ages 8-15 yrs. The league is divided into four divisions:
NCAA (ages 8-11) CO-ED CBA (ages 11-13)
CO-ED NBA (ages 13-15) WNBA (girls ages 9-15)
The league operates on Saturday mornings from December to March. Fee is $45 to join the league and will include a YMCA Membership. Please contact Lily Ziegler, Youth & Family Director, if you have any questions.
This program is offered to those individuals who have already taken the beginner Karate class. Participants will train 2 days per week and register monthly for the program. This program provides training in self-defense, basic kicking, blocking, punching techniques and situation awareness.
It’s not a whole school vacation week, but school’s out for a few days this February so let’s ski! Join us for 2 fun-filled days of skiing/snowboarding on the slopes of Mt. Southington. Perfect for the beginner or experienced skier/snowboarder. Register for one day or both (depending on what town you live in). Chaperones are provided. Transportation to and from Mt. Southington will be provided. Various packages are available. For detailed information, please contact the Berlin YMCA office (860) 828-6559. Information will be available the first week of February.
(ages 3-5) This program is designed for our younger soccer stars with an emphasis on fun! Participants will learn soccer skills through an age appropriate curriculum that promotes teamwork, friendship, and socialization. Participants will be introduced to warm up techniques, dribbling and shooting drills, general fitness, and of course games. Parent participation is encouraged and parents must be present! Participants are encouraged to bring their own size 3 soccer ball.
(ages 6-8) Our older program builds on the fundamentals of the Rookies program with a more technical approach to the game with a shift towards conditioning, dribbling, proper footwork, and shooting. This age appropriate curriculum is not all drills but will also feature fun activities and scrimmages.Perfect atmosphere to refine skills or learn new ones! Participants are encouraged to bring their own size 3 soccer ball.
This beginner class for adults or children emphasizes “when to use” the self-defense skills taught. Situation awareness and recognition of potential danger is coupled with basic Karate blocking and striking technique to help the students become “street safe”. Parents are welcome to view classes any time. This class is taught by certified Black Belt instructors from the Butch Marino’s Shorin-RyuKarate Institute.
March Madness 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament - Join us Sunday, March 25, 2012 at your New Britain-Berlin YMCA, 50 High Street, for our 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament! There are 3 divisions, with 16 teams maximum per division. T-shirts will be given to the first 30 teams registered. Non-members are welcome! Trophy awarded to the top team in each division. Pre-registration is recommended, Game Day registration (if space is available) is 30 minutes before the division tip-off. Registration will begin at the end of February.
Designed for youth ages 11-13. An introduction to the proper use of cardiovascular and strengthtraining equipment, as well as proper etiquette. Supervised by a trained fitness instructor,individuals progress at their own pace. Upon successful graduation from the program, youth will receive a special card that will allow them use of the Fitness Center when accompanied by a parent.
A great way for parent and child to interact while learning about a variety of sports and recreational activities. Hand-eye coordination, motor skill development, listening to directions, and teamwork will be emphasized. This program meets for 7 weeks at Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln Street in Berlin. Offered for the Winter and Spring Sessions.
A great introduction to a variety of sports! Participants will get to play a different sport each week, including soccer, basketball, and more! This program meets for 7 weeks at Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln Street in Berlin. Offered for the Winter and Spring Sessions.
Come check out this cool new class! Pillo-polo is a variation of floor hockey, played with nerf-type equipment and a large ball. Basic skills will be taught the first few weeks, and games will follow the remaining weeks of the session. This class runs for 7 weeks at Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln Street in Berlin. Offered for the Winter and Spring Sessions.
(ages 3-5) This program is designed for our sports stars of the future! Having trouble deciding on a sport or looking for a great way to stay active with your child? This program includes many sports such as T-ball, floor hockey and soccer. Participants learn the fundamentals of each sport and then play the game. Emphasis is placed on fun and team work. Parent participation is encouraged and parents must be present!
(ages 6-8) Our older program builds on the fundamentals of the Rookies program with a more in-depth look at the rules of each game. The sports will include basketball, T-ball, whiffle ball, soccer and more.
(minimum of 8 participants) - A great introduction to this popular sport! This class focuses on basic skill development and game experience. Fair play, sportsmanship, and FUN are emphasized. The first few weeks are spent developing skills, with games throughout the remaining session weeks. Volunteer parent-coaches are welcome. This program meets for 7 weeks at Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln Street in Berlin.
Come have fun on the slopes of Mt. Southington this winter! This 5 week ski/snowboard club will include transportation to and from Mt. Southington and your choice of ski/snowboard lift and lesson packages. Participants will attend on the same day each week, for 5 consecutive weeks in January and February. Perfect for the beginner or experienced skier/snowboarder. YMCA chaperones are provided. For detailed information, please contact the Berlin YMCA office (860) 828-6559.
