5^th and 6^th GRADE COMPETITIVE BASKETBALL LEAGUE:

The Clarion County YMCA is hosting a competitive league for youth in 5^th and 6^th grade. This league will feature a round robin style “regular season” followed by a single elimination playoff bracket. All players must be in 5^th or 6^th grade.

This league requires you bring your own team of 7 to 10 players. Teams may be formed from schools, churches, or other organizations as long as all players on the team are in 5^th and 6^th grade. There will be divisions available for both boys and girls. All games officiated by PIAA trained referees.

WHEN: Games Begin Friday March 27^th. Games will be played on Friday and Saturday evenings at the YMCA. Official game times to be set once all teams are registered.  

AGES: Boys and Girls in 5^th and 6^th grade only! Playing divisions available for both boys and girls!

LOCATION: Clarion County YMCA Gymnasium

COST: $400/per team

REGISTRATION: Register your team online at www.clarioncountyymca.net. Deadline to Register: March 13^th at 8 pm 

All Kids Bike: Kindergarten Learn to Ride Program

NEXT SESSION BEGINS MARCH 17TH AT 5:30 P.M.- REGISTER NOW!!!

Learning to ride a bike is an important milestone for kids, but unfortunately, only 1 in 5 kids will get the chance to ride this year. Let’s change that!

All Kids Bike is an 8-lesson program designed to give your child the skills, knowledge, and confidence to learn how to ride a bike. The lessons will be held over six weeks, offering a fun and supportive environment for your little one to reach this exciting achievement.

WHEN:

Session 1:Begins Tuesday March 17^th and will last for 6-7 straight weeks. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Session 2: Begins Tuesday May 19^th and will last 6-7 weeks. 5:30-6:30 pm

LOCATION: YMCA Gymnasium

AGES:

Youth ages 4 to 6

COST:

• Members: $35

• Non-Members: $60

Give your child the opportunity to build confidence and skills that will last a lifetime! Sign up today!

Little Explorers

The Little Explorer program at the Oil City YMCA combines the magic of movement with the joy of swimming! Designed for children ages 6 months to 5 years, this program features an age-appropriate 30-minute activity on land, followed by a me and my shadow style swim lesson. Each session encourages imagination, movement, and parent–child bonding in a safe, supportive environment. It is the perfect way to build early motor skills, water confidence, and happy memories — all while strengthening connections within our community.

 WHEN:  Class runs monthly and is held on Fridays from 10:30-11:30

First Friday is Story with Annie and swim lesson

Second Friday is gym time and swim lesson

Third Friday is a craft and swim lesson

Fourth Friday is dance and swim lesson

LOCATION

Oil City YMCA Studio and YMCA Pool

AGES

Ages 6 months- 5 years

COST

$30 for Family Members, $30 youth member, $40 non-members

Keep your little ones active and moving this winter with our Mini Movers program! Kiddos will meet on Monday afternoons for an hour of activities and fun. Those activities can include anything from games like “Turtle Tag” and capture the flag, to sports like flag football and soccer!

The program will consist of three separate sections:

Section 1: NinjaNastics and Obstacles – January 5, 12, 19

Section 2: Soccer Showdown – February 2, 9, 16

Section 3: Tag, You’re It! – March 2, 9, 16

WHEN:  Mondays   January 5,12,19   February 2, 9, 16   March 2, 9, 16    4-5p.m.

LOCATION          YMCA Gymnasium

AGES                    4-5 year olds

COST                    $42 Members, $60 Non-Members

REGISTER BY    January 5th   

Spring Soccer held at 2 Mile Run (Pioneer Flats) in Collab with Franklin YMCA.

Ages 3 to 12

Multiple Divisions        (likely to be 5-6, or 7, (7-8), 9-12)    *could changed 

Pre-K Group is limited!

Will start at 9am with youngest kids (Pre-K – 3, 4, and some 5s)   The older the kids the later in the day they will play! Older kids likely be closer to Noon or 1 on Saturdays.  Week night times will be between 5pm-8pm

Parents of 5 year olds may choose to put their kid in Pre-K (more drills, less games or move them up to the next age group which would be 5-6 or 5-7.

Exact times will be determined 1 week prior to the program starting and you will receieve an email with the times.  You will get a schedule at the 1st week of the program. The 1st week of the program is just a practice. They will get thier shirts on week 2 and we will begin games.

It will be 4 Saturdays (Weather permitting starting April 18th and going thru May 9th)

2 weeknights. Tuesday for younger kids and Wednesdays for older kids

Again will be determined based on amount of kids will determine the ages groups.

YMCA Summer Soccer

YMCA Summer Soccer is a fundamental, participation-based program offered for girls and boys in Pre-K through 5th grade during the 2025-2026 school year. The program will feature 6 weeks of skill building practices that will include drills, objective based games, scrimmages and other ways to improve your child’s skill and knowledge of the game.

WHEN:

Pre K and K Division – Monday’s at 5:30-6:30 pm starting June 22nd

1^st and 2^nd grade- Thursdays at 5:30-6:30 pm starting June 25^th

3^rd-5^th grade- Thursdays at 6:45-7:45 pm starting June 25th

LOCATION:  YMCA Sports Field, 499 Mayfield Road Clarion PA 16214

AGES:   4-11

COST:  $35 Member / $60 Non-Member

REGISTER BY:  June 21^st

The YMCA Youth Basketball Program provides a fun, supportive environment where youth can learn the fundamentals of basketball while building confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Designed for players of all skill levels, the program focuses on skill development, physical activity, and character-building aligned with YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Participants will learn basic basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense through age-appropriate drills and games. Emphasis is placed on participation, fair play, and having fun, helping youth develop a lifelong love for physical activity while making new friends.

WHEN: 4/25/26 – 5/30/26 every Saturday for 6 weeks

Time: 10:00AM – 1:30PM

• Group 1: 10:00-11:00
• Group 2: 11:15-12:15
• Group 3: 12:30-1:30

AGES: PreK – 6^th Grade

• Group 1: PreK – Kindergarten
• Group 2: 1^st Grade – 3^rd Grade
• Group 3: 4^th Grade – 6^th Grade

LOCATION:  Oil City YMCA gym

Parents interested in coaching need to contact program director about how to obtain volunteer clearances.

[email protected]

PA Child Abuse History Clearance | Department of Human Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

The YMCA Youth Basketball Program provides a fun, supportive environment where youth can learn the fundamentals of basketball while building confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Designed for players of all skill levels, the program focuses on skill development, physical activity, and character-building aligned with YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Participants will learn basic basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense through age-appropriate drills and games. Emphasis is placed on participation, fair play, and having fun, helping youth develop a lifelong love for physical activity while making new friends.

WHEN: 4/25/26 – 5/30/26 every Saturday for 6 weeks

Time: 10:00AM – 1:30PM

• Group 1: 10:00-11:00
• Group 2: 11:15-12:15
• Group 3: 12:30-1:30

AGES: PreK – 6^th Grade

• Group 1: PreK – Kindergarten
• Group 2: 1^st Grade – 3^rd Grade
• Group 3: 4^th Grade – 6^th Grade

LOCATION:  Oil City YMCA gym

Parents interested in coaching need to contact program director about how to obtain volunteer clearances.

[email protected]

PA Child Abuse History Clearance | Department of Human Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

The YMCA Youth Basketball Program provides a fun, supportive environment where youth can learn the fundamentals of basketball while building confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Designed for players of all skill levels, the program focuses on skill development, physical activity, and character-building aligned with YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Participants will learn basic basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense through age-appropriate drills and games. Emphasis is placed on participation, fair play, and having fun, helping youth develop a lifelong love for physical activity while making new friends.

WHEN: 4/25/26 – 5/30/26 every Saturday for 6 weeks

Time: 10:00AM – 1:30PM

• Group 1: 10:00-11:00
• Group 2: 11:15-12:15
• Group 3: 12:30-1:30

AGES: PreK – 6^th Grade

• Group 1: PreK – Kindergarten
• Group 2: 1^st Grade – 3^rd Grade
• Group 3: 4^th Grade – 6^th Grade

LOCATION:  Oil City YMCA gym

Parents interested in coaching need to contact program director about how to obtain volunteer clearances.

[email protected]

PA Child Abuse History Clearance | Department of Human Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

DECLAN’S DASH: RUN 4 FUN YOUTH RUNNING PROGRAM-

4 RACES

4 WEEKS

4 LOCATIONS

4 CHANCES FOR RUNNING FUN!

Run 4 Fun is an exciting kids run club designed to get youth moving, having fun, and building confidence through running. This program is built around four races over four weeks, each held at a different local location—such as the Clarion bike trail, the university track, and even off-road trails in the woods—to keep things fresh and fun.

Each week, kids will complete a ½ mile race or 1-mile race, grouped by age to keep it fair and encouraging for everyone. Runners earn points based on their race finish, with every participant earning points each week. Bonus points are awarded for things like most improved time or most consistent runner, rewarding effort and progress—not just speed.

At the end of the program, the runners in each age group with the most points will receive a small trophy and be crowned our Run for Fun Champions. This program is all about movement, motivation, and making running something kids look forward to every week! Proceeds will be awarded to the Youth Sports fund in Memory of Declan Hile.

WHEN: Races begin on Monday May 18^th 2026, and will be held for four straight Mondays.

LOCATION: Clarion County- exact race locations to be announced at a later date

AGES: Ages 5 – 18

COST: $25/MEMBERS AND $40/NON-MEMBERS