Basketball was invented at the Y, and we have the most comprehensive program in Dane County.
Rookies Basketball | Ages 5-9
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We will teach the basics and fundamentals of basketball through structured drills and activities. Learn the basics of the sports in a positive fun environment. Parent participation is encouraged but not required. Participates are required to wear face coverings during class.
East / Febrary 22 - April 5
M | Ages 5-6 | 4:00-4:45 pm M | Ages 7-9 | 5:00-5:45 pm
West / February 23 - April 6
TU | Ages 5-6 | 4:00-4:45 pm TU | Ages 7-9 | 5:00-5:45 pm
This program will provide all aspects of the game including ball handling, passing, defense, and shooting technique. Familes will be contacted with team rosters and game times. Participants and spectators will still be required to wear face coverings during the duration of the basketball program. Volunteer coaches will be needed.
March 13 - April 10
EAST - suggested game times SA | K-1 Coed | 8:30 am/9:30am SA | 2-3 Boys | 8:30 am/9:30am SA | 2-3 Girls | 10:30 am/11:30am
WEST - suggested game times SA | K-1 Coed | 8:30 am/9:30am SA | 2-3 Boys | 8:30 am/9:30am SA | 2-3 Girls | 10:30 am/11:30am
Due to state and local guidelines around health and safety, the YMCA has decided to restructure our leagues. Instead of traditional league format, we are adapting to focus on skills development through our YMCA Basketball Skills Academy. Aspects of the game including ball handling, passing, defense, and shooting technique, This will provide an opportunity for athletes to get back on the basketball court in small groups with focused instruction from an experienced coach. Our focus will continue to be on player and team development, coaching with character and keeping kids active and safe in our programs. The Basketball Skills Academy will run for 6 weeks. Classes will be co-ed. One parent/guardian per child is allowed as a spectator. Participants and spectators are required to wear face coverings during the class. Volunteer coaches are welcome.
East / March 1 - April 7
M | Grade 4 | 6:00-6:45 pm M | Grade 7 | 7:00-7:45 pm W | Grade 5 | 5:00-5:45 pm W | Grade 6 | 6:00-6:45 pm W | Grade 8 | 7:00-7:45 pm
Sun Prairie / March 6 - April 10
SA | Grade K-1 | 8:00-8:45 am SA | Grade 2 | 9:00-9:45 am SA | Grade 3, 4, 5 | 10:00-10:45 am SA | Grade 6,7,8 | 11:00-11:45 am
