At the Y, youth development is a priority, and children who are active tend to be healthier and have more confidence than their peers. We want to make sure families have access to high quality programs to keep their kids moving and thriving. We offer a wide range of youth activities that are free to everyone on the family membership.
Call 270-663-8229 or contact bobby@owensboroymca.org to learn more about our youth wellness programs.
Time to bring your smile and your Y spirit! Learn basic skills of cheerleading, such as jumps, motions, dance, basic tumbling techniques, play games and have fun!
Kids' Night Out is offered as a FREE MEMBER PERK the fourth Saturday of the month starting in August 2025 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Registration begins 7 days prior to the event and is first come first serve registration until capacity reached.
Give your child the boost they need with our small-group tutoring sessions! Our friendly team is here to help with homework and those tricky concepts that need a little extra attention. Pre-registration is required, so secure your spot today! For non-members, we invite you to relax and stay nearby while your child enjoys this personalized learning experience.
Coming in September
Get your little one kicking with Micro Soccer at the Owensboro Family YMCA! Designed for Kindergarteners, this fun and engaging program introduces young players to the fundamentals of soccer in a non-competitive, skills-focused environment.
This program puts the FUN in fundamentals for soccer skills! On Saturdays, kids will have a 30 minute practice followed immediately by a game. This will give kids the chance to learn and apply the basics in an engaging environment. Times of practice and games will vary.
Practice skills and play basketball games. The games are just for fun. The primary focus is for the children to love the game and learn the first skills needed to be successful in the future!
Join our Homeschool Swim Fit Fridays for an exciting and engaging experience designed just for homeschoolers! This swim based class will focus on fun and fitness in the water. This instructor led class will be entirely in the pool.
Fridays 12-12:30pm
Members: $10 | Nonmembers: $60
Get ready to become a confident, capable babysitter with our engaging Babysitters Preparedness course!
Designed for aspiring caregivers, this dynamic in-person class equips participants with essential skills to keep children safe and respond effectively in emergencies. Through hands-on practice, interactive videos, and lively guided discussions, learners stay motivated and involved while mastering lifesaving techniques that are easy to remember and apply.
The course covers critical topics like staying safe on the job, caring for children and infants, promoting positive behavior, and handling emergencies with confidence. By the end of the training, participants will earn a 10-year Babysitters Training certification, and a Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification (valid for 2 years).
Members: $80
Nonmembers: $120
Does your child know the basic strokes and love swimming? Then this 8 lesson course would be the perfect way to take his or her skills to the next level. We will focus on stroke refinement and conditioning to help your child maximize his or her swim skills.
October 20 - November 12
Mondays and Wednesdays 3:45-4:15pm
Members: $100 | Nonmembers: $175
Looking for childcare on scheduled school days off? The YMCA offers a fun-filled program with exciting activities, qualified staff, and a safe environment for kids to play, learn, and grow while parents work. Registration opens 1 week before event dates.
Rise to the challenge and own the court this summer at the 5th Annual KWC/YMCA Basketball Camp hosted at Kentucky Wesleyan College.