The YMCA Youth Sports Programs are designed to promote growth in body, mind and spirit. The YMCA encourages participation through family involvement, low-level competition and an emphasis on fun, safety, teamwork, fair play and skill development. The goals and objectives of YMCA Youth Sports are listed below.
1. Fun - At the YMCA, our goal is that every participant is having fun. To help ensure this, we make sure that everyone plays and plays fair. We focus on teamwork and fun, instead of winning and losing!
2. Fitness - The YMCA of the Fox Cities are Activate America YMCAs. This means that we are encouraging everyone to be active, including youth! Youth Sports is a great way for kids to be active and stay active.
3. Friends & Family - Youth Sports Programs are also designed for children to either play on the same team as friends or make new ones. Playing on a team is a great way to get to know other kids and parents. Youth Sports Programs also give parents the opportunity to coach their children and enjoy sports as a family.
4. Fundamentals - The YMCA also focuses on fundamentals. Our Leagues are instructional leagues, which means that while your child is involved, they will not only learn how to play the game, but will also learn skills necessary to play that game - all while having fun!
Character Counts
Everything you say and do should be consistent with the four core values of the YMCA:
Caring - Be kind and caring; treat others the way you want to be treated. Consider others’ feelings.
Honesty - Be honest with others; act so people can trust you.
Respect - Treat yourself and others with respect. Be polite, positive and encouraging.
Responsibility - Take responsibility for your actions. Set a good example in everything you do.