Youth Sports at the Y

Building Champions on the Field, Court, and in Life!

At the Y, kids gain more than just athletic skills—they learn teamwork, resilience, and confidence. Our programs in Gaston County include leagues, summer camps, and tournaments for sports like soccer, flag football, basketball, gymnastics, and more. Dedicated coaches and instructors support each child's growth, helping them become skilled athletes and self-assured individuals.

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Partnering with Dick’s Sporting Goods to Support Youth Sports

The Y is proud to partner with our local Dick’s Sporting Goods to bring you special coupons and deals throughout the year. When you purchase your youth sports gear from Dick’s Sporting Goods using our exclusive coupons, the Y receives additional support to help facilitate our youth sports programming.

Check out the link below to access special coupons from the Gaston County Family YMCA and Dick’s Sporting Goods all year long. Thank you, Dick’s Sporting Goods, for your continued support of our mission to nurture youth development and promote healthy living!

Below are some of our most popular youth sports programs to watch out for!

Programs offered for ages 3-13 years

Programs offered for ages 3-6 years

Programs offered for ages 3-17 years

Programs offered for ages 2 years and up

Programs offered for ages 5-10 years

Programs offered for ages 5-9 years

BECOME A COACH

Please consider coaching a team this season by indicating your interest in your registration or contact us and let us know. Coaches get the first choice of practice day/time.

Inquire about Coaching

STAY INFORMED WITH PLAYERSPACE

Updates, highlights, and specific details are sent via email and/or text through a system called PlayerSpace. Please ensure that you register with accurate contact information to receive important program communication. We are as invested as you are in ensuring you get the details you need to make your week run smoothly. If you are not receiving emails, please check your spam or junk filter and then make “playerspace” an approved sender. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for special highlights.

Learn More about Playerspace

Cancellation Policy

Before finalizing your registration, we want to ensure you have all the details to make an informed decision. Participation in our programs and events is an exciting commitment, and it’s important to note our policy regarding refunds. Once the registration period has ended, all fees are non-refundable. By completing your registration, you acknowledge and agree that no refunds will be issued under any circumstances beyond the registration deadline. We encourage you to review all event details and ensure your availability before completing your registration.

How to Cancel
You can call or come in to cancel at the branch associate with your program during our regular business hours. See locations, contact information and branch hours.

SPORTS SPONSORS

THANK YOU to the following Gaston County Organizations and companies for committing to YMCA sponsorship in effort to maximize our efforts within the community.