Children’s Fitness & Sports

7+ yrs

A family friendly class that strengthens the body, brain and the whole family!  Learn simple drumming sequences to the latest tunes in this non competitive and inclusive class. Parents must accompany children to class.

Location: Peter Gilgan Family YMCA, 410 Rebecca St. 

7+ years

Join us and awaken the inner dancer in you! You and your family will enjoy Latin and international dance routines and discover how easy it is to combine simple dance moves with fitness-based movements. A fun way to get active with the whole family.

Location: Peter Gilgan Family YMCA, 410 Rebecca Street

10+ yrs

Our youth boot camp combines a wide variety of fitness equipment and movements into a fun circuit of challenges and stations specifically designed for youth. This class incorporates traditional boot camp exercises and engaging puzzles and games in a relaxed and supportive environment for youth of all fitness levels and abilities.

Requirements:

• Age 10+
• Athletic attire
• Running shoes
• Water bottle (recommended)

10+ yrs

This 45 minute session is designed to introduce youth to the benefits of cycle fit by incorporating a variety of engaging group games and challenges utilizing, speed, gear level, power output and endurance. Youth cycle fit is created for youth of all fitness levels and encourages friendship and teamwork in a fun and relaxed group setting lead by an experienced instructor.

Requirements:

• Minimum height: 5’0″
• Age 10+
• Athletic attire
• Running shoes
• Water bottle (recommended)

6+ yrs

Games will be organized based on the number of class participants. Bring the whole family for a workout and some fun! Racquets and birdies supplied.

YMCA drop-in basketball programs emphasizes teamwork, coordination and confidence. Games will be organized based on the number of players with equal playing time given to all.

13-16 yrs

The YMCA offers 2 registered basketball programs to help your child learn teamwork and improve their game!

Click here for more information on Registered Basketball Programs in your community > 

6+ yrs

If you’ve been searching for a fun, but challenging class that teaches self-dense, Jiu-Jitsu at the Y is for you! With an emphasis on punches, kick, throws and controlling holds, it will teach you the most effective ways to defend yourself. Added benefits include increased strength, flexibility and self-confidence.

Our indoor rock climbing area, the Adventure Centre, offers lots of fun and challenging climbing possibilities. With 9 ropes accessing a number of (10 m/30 ft) routes of varying difficulty, and over 3,000 square m / 10,000 square ft of bouldering area,  we can provide a climb to challenge every level of climber. Featuring many movable holds and angles as well as two auto-belay units you won’t be waiting long to get to the top!

Kids under 10 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Click here for more information and times for open climb

3-8 yrs

This indoor instructional program provides players with the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the soccer including: ball control, passing, shooting and defense. Each session focuses on your child’s skill development in a key area and provide a fun opportunity to apply those skills in a game environment.

*Please note: This program does not run during the summer. The current session will end in June, and a new session will begin in September.

The Oakville Taekwondo Club runs Taekwondo programs throughout the week for YMCA members.

Click here for more information on Taekwondo programs