Youth Programs

West Pasco YMCA’s 8th Annual Kids Fishing Festival

Saturday, October 2, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Orange Lake/Sims Park, Downtown New Port Richey
Fee: $10 donation
Registration begins September 1

Registration Form

This catch and release tournament is open to children ages 5-12. Entry into Festival includes t-shirt, rod/reel combo, tackle box, and lunch. * Note: T-shirts are given out on a first come first serve basis.

At the event, children are taught the correct method used to bait a hook, cast, and to safely catch a fish to later be released; fish species are discussed at the event measuring table, and children are encouraged to protect the environment and fish population through responsible activity near and on the water. Adult anglers and professional guides are present to offer fishing facts, guidance and motivation.

In addition, we also offer a “fish rubbing” table with rubber stamps and paints for the younger children. We use this opportunity to teach them about the environment, fishing, and to engage them in the idea of protecting our waters and the animals that live there.

Scholarship opportunities are available. Please contact Lynn Sweeney at lsweeney@suncoastymca.org for more information.

Volunteer opportunities available.

Piranhas Swim Team

Swimmers desiring to participate in USA Swimming sanctioned swim meets will have the opportunity to do so. Please contact the swim coach for more information. Attendance is not required at all practices. Swimmers may attend as many or as few practices as they want.

Practice: Ages 5-13, Moday-Friday, 5:00 -6:00 pm
Ages 14+, Moday-Friday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Fee: Moday-Friday, $70 Facility Members; $100 Program Members
Mon/Wed/Fri OR Tue/Thur, $40 Facility; $60 Program Members

Prerequisites: Ages 6-17 and must be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke.

Birthday Parties

The Kids Zone, pool, and ropes course are available for birthday parties. One hour and fifteen minutes for activity and the remaining time is for cake and opening gifts. Birthday child must be at least 3 years of age. Please call to reserve your party and receive full details.

Kids' Zone and Gym Parties
Fee: Facility Members $125; Program Members $150

Ropes Course Parties
Rock wall, cargo net, and zip line (ages 9& up)
Fee: Facility Members $250; Program Members $300

High ropes and zip line (ages 13 & up)
Fee: Facility Members $350; Program Members $400

A non-refundable deposit of $25 is required to book a date. Balance is due the day of the party. Fee is for a maximum of 15 children, $10 for each additional child. YMCA will provide staff and small gift for the birthday child.

Fit4AllKids

Ages 8-12 (other ages may be considered on a case-by-case basis) This is an 8-week program, sponsored by All Children's Hospital in cooperation with the James P. Gills Branch YMCA, encouraging children to do their personal best and reach their own goals for weight loss, weight management and physical activity.

As a part of this program, the James P. Gills Branch will provide memberships to Fit 4 All Kids participants and their families free of charge during the program. Each week, YMCA staff will lead participants through a wide range of fun, low-impact fitness activities while supporting them on their way to a healthier lifestyle.

In addition, members of the All Children's staff will guide discussions on topics such as body image, motivation, restaurant etiquette, stress management and other psychosocial behaviors associated with proper nutrition. Financial assistance available.

Supported by

Boy Scouts of America

Find yourself hiking along trails, canoeing across lakes, camping under the open sky, cooking your meals over an open fire, and finding your way with only a map and compass.

Age: Boys, 11 – 17 (graduated 5th Grade and up)
Fee: Dues paid to Boy Scouts
Schedule: Mondays, 7 - 8:30 pm

Dance-Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Jazz, Hip Hop & Tap

Classes are for boys & girls, ages 3 & up. Come learn dance & develop confidence, strength & personality. Dance is a great way to have fun, exercise, meet new friends, learn new steps, choreography & express your talent.  There are many styles of dance to choose from.  A yearly recital will be held in June.  Students must be registered by January in order to participate in the recital.  Please visit Miss Gina's website to take a look at the class days, times & fees at http://www.missginasschoolofdance.netau.net./

Parents' Night Out

Sports Extravaganza! Join us in the gym where we have room to move. Boys vs. Girls-relays, volleyball and basketball shoot off! Wear your favorite team jersey or fan wear. We will serve hot dogs and eat a healthy snack for the movie “The Incredibles”.

Age: 3, potty trained – 10
Fee: $12 per child
Schedule: 6- 10:00 pm, Friday, September 3

Kids' Zone

Your kids will beg you to work out so they can play! The Kids' Zone is a suitable environment for children ages 6 weeks to 10 yrs.  Staff on duty is trained and attentive to the children's needs.  The Kids' Zone offers a variety of activities.  What a great place to help your children develop spirit, mind and body!

Policies:

• Must have Family or Single Parent Membership.

• Children must wear socks while in the  Kids' Zone.

• Parents must remain in the facility while their child/children are in the Kids' Zone.

• Children must be signed in and out by their parent/guardian only.

• For your child's safety, we will collect the child's and parent's photo membership cards when you sign your child into the Kid's Zone.

• No food or drinks allowed in toddler and structure side of the Kids' Zone.

• Please refrain from bringing sick children into the Kids' Zone.

• For a complete set of rules,  please see a Kids' Zone attendant

Volunteers Needed

We are always in need of volunteers to coach and referee. Make a difference in a child's life and volunteer in your local YMCA sports program. Check out these great Volunteer Opportunities.

Sports Programs

All parents of Soccer, Volleyball and Flag Football participants are required to participate in a Mandatory Orientation. Choose either Wednesday, September 15 or Thursday, September 16. Between 6-8:30 pm, parents will receive uniforms, schedules, and picture date info.

Soccer

This is a great non-competitive program where youth can become comfortable with the great game of soccer.  We focus on Fun, Character Development, Team Work, Sportsmanship, Participation and Basic Skills Development. Teams will have one practice during the week, and games are on Saturday.  Each player will receive a jersey and end of season award. Age groupings are subject to change depending on registration numbers.

Co-ed Age Divisions:
3 yrs.                     7 yrs.
4 yrs.                     8-9 yrs.
5 yrs.                     10-12 yrs.
6 yrs.

Early Registration: July 26-August 30, Facility Members  $65;
Program Members  $90
Registration: August 31-September 14, Facility Members $90;
Program Members $115
Season: September 25-November 13

Flag Football

A great non-competitive program where children can become comfortable with the game of flag football.  Co-Ed teams will have one practice during the week and one game per week on Saturdays.  Each player will receive a jersey and an end of the season award.

Age: 5 – 10
Early Registration: July 26-August 30,
Facility Members  $65; Program Members  $90
Registration: August 31-September 14, Facility Members $90;
Program Members $115
Season: September 25-November 13

Volleyball

You’re a YMCA Super Sport when you play volleyball at the YMCA. You’ll learn volleyball skills like how to spike, setting effectively and team strategies. The initial part of the season will be devoted to practice and learning the skills of the game. Children will be placed in the divisions based on skill level. Teams will then be formed and the remaining weeks will be devoted to team practice and games. Each player will receive a team jersey and an end of season award. Volleyball will meet on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Age: 7 – 14
Early Registration: July 26-August 30, Facility Members  $65;
Program Members  $90
Registration: August 31-September 14, Facility Members $90;
Program Members $115
Season: September 25-November 13

Specialized Sports Training

Specialized Sports Training is an intensive program that focuses on running, flexibility, agility, speed and strength techniques. Specialized Sports Training incorporates sprinting drills, plyometrics, cycling and dynamic stretching in order to build strength in the ankles, legs, and core, while becoming more flexible to prevent injuries. This is perfect for the athlete or person wanting to take their fitness to the next level. Sports specific drills will compliment sports such as volleyball, football, basketball, baseball, golf and others.

Specialized Sports Training is taught by YMCA Certified Personal Trainers and is available to individuals or teams up to 6 participants, minimum of 4 per team needed. For more information contact Marie Cervantes-Roth at 727-375-9622 or mcervantes-roth@suncoastymca.org.

Age: 7 and up
Fee: 1 hour session, $40
2x/week for 4 weeks $330*
1/2 hours session, $20
Schedule: Individual and instructor availability

* Fee may be divided between team participants. For example, 2x/week for 4 weeks $330 would cost a team of six only $55 each.

Johnny Walters Performance Enhancement Speed Camp

Improve your vertical jump, speed, agility & quickness with the Johnny Walters’ Performance Enhancement Program, professionally designed to enhance an athlete’s performance. We use the latest techniques and drills for speed, resistance, over speed training and sprint mechanics. Participants need running shoes and field cleats. For more information, contact Johnny Walters 727-534-1700.

Ages: 10 and up

Kid Climb

Up to three hours of climbing... it’s what kids want to do! They climb your pantry, they climb your neighbor’s tree. Bring your little spiders and monkeys out to the Gills Family Ropes Course once a month and challenge their climbing spirit. We will have available the rock wall, cargo net and zip line for a full three hours of climbing. Preregistration is strongly encouraged. Please register by the previous Friday. A minimum of 10 participants is required.

Age: 5-12
Fee: $15 Facility Members
Schedule: second Saturday of each month, 2-5 pm

Ropes Course Open Climb

Come experience the thrill and challenge of our one-of-a-kind obstacle course 50 feet in the air!! 

Age: Youth under the age of 18 must be with a parent/guardian while climbing.
Fee: $15, non-members welcome
Advanced registration required
Schedule: third Friday of every month, 6:30 - 9:30 pm

Team Sponsors

Be a banner sponsor for $300!  Your organization's name will be printed on a banner and will be hung on our sports field for the entire season.  For $150, you can sponsor a youth sports team. Your organization’s name will be printed on the back of the team’s jerseys and you receive a picture/plaque of the team. A sponsor is needed for every team. Please contact mroberts@suncoastymca.org for details.

Karate

Karate is for personal growth with the coordination of spirit, mind and body. Students will work with a variety of conditioning exercises that build strength, stamina and coordination. Through the practice of conditioning, kihons (karate basics) and katas (karate forms), students will learn proper blocking, punching, kicking and breathing techniques while having fun and developing self-confidence, discipline and respect. Register online!

Sensei Elisa Kendrick is a 3rd degree Black Belt – Karate and a 1st degree Black Belt – Kobudo (weaponry). She has been training for 17 years and has been teaching for 13 years.

Age: 6 to adult

Beginners – Try a class for free! See Sensei Kendrick before the 6:30 pm class on a Tuesday or Thursday.

White Belts – Beginner
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm

Red Belts – Yellow Belts
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm

Purple Belts & Up
Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30-8:30 pm
Fridays 7:15-8:15 pm

Fees/monthly: Facility Members $45; Program Members $65; Beginners $35
Uniform - $30 (see Sensei)

Tennis Programs

Tennis Lessons

Looking to improve your game? Join USTA Professional Christina Hill for an hour of quality skill instruction. This program is ongoing monthly. All lessons are held at Mitchell High School Courts.

Youth Beginners
Age: 5-8
Schedule: Saturdays 9 - 10:00 am
Fee/monthly: Facility Members $40; Program Members $50

Youth Intermediates
Age: 9 and up
Schedule: Saturdays 10 - 11:00 am
Fee/monthly: Facility Members $40; Program Members $50

Group Tennis Lessons

Looking to improve your game. Join USTA instructor Christina Hill for an hour of quality instruction. Lessons are on Saturday mornings and run monthly. Ages 5 and up. Contact the Member Services Desk for additional information.

Team Tennis

This is all about fun! Learn a new game or sharpen your skills with tennis professional, Christina Hill. Practices will be on Saturdays at Mitchell High School tennis courts.

Ages: 5-18
Fee: Facility Members $50; Program Members $65