ITASCA COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Youth Sports

The Itasca County Family YMCA is proud to offer a wide variety of seasonal sports opportunities for our youth. 


Click for more information about youth swimming lessons.

Open Gym Youth Basketball 

Everyone ages 10+ is welcome to sharpen their basketball skills in the gymnasium. Please check the gym schedule for available timeslots.

 

Youth Judo for Ages 6 - 15 years

Everyone from kindergarten through adult is invited to learn the Japanese self-defense sport of Judo. Beginner, intermediate and advanced are welcome to come learn basic holds, throws, break falls, safe falls, injury prevention and balance. There are tournament opportunities as students progress. Six week sessions and free for Itasca YMCA members.
 

2024 FALL 10:30am-12:00pm
Oct 26 - Dec 7 (No class Nov 30)

2025 10:30am-12:00pm
January 4 - February 8
February 22 - March 29
April 5 - May 17

Location: Studio B
Fee:  Please refer to Register for Program tab for fees (Financial assistance available-inquire at the YMCA Membership Desk)
Register online, at the Membership Desk or call 218-327-1161

 

Karate - Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced

Kids 10 years and up along with adults can learn self-defense, get physically fit and gain confidence by joining in this traditional Japanese Karate class. Wear comfortable clothing or purchase a uniform. 12 week sessions.
Free for Itasca YMCA Members

FALL 2024 6:30-7:30pm
Beginners Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm October 1 - December 17
Intermediate/Advanced Thursday 6:30-7:30pm  October 3 - December 19

Winter 2025 6:30-7:30pm
Beginners Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm February 4 - April 22
Intermediate/Advanced Thursday 6:30-7:30pm  February 6 - April 24

Summer 6:30-7:30pm
Intermediate/Advanced Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm  June 3 - August 26

Fall 2025 6:30-7:30pm
Beginners Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm September 30 - December 16
Intermediate/Advanced Thursday 6:30-7:30pm  October 2 - December 18

Location: Studio B
Fees: Please refer to Register for Program tab for fees (Financial assistance available-inquire at the YMCA Membership Desk)
Register online, at the Membership Desk or call 218-327-1161