Several youth sports programs returning to the Y this Spring

The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA is excited to announce the return of several youth and teen sports programs this April. Tae Kwon Do, Middle School Running & Conditioning, Youth Soccer and more are all making a comeback at the Y, with updated health and safety procedures in place.

All of the programs are open to active members of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA and registration is happening now at fspymca.org/register under “Daxko Program Registration.” Plus, now it’s easier than ever to join the Y. Those interested can do so online at https://fspymca.org/membership/join-the-y, where they also can sign up to tour the Y’s updated facilities and learn more about its offerings.

A 4-week Tae Kwon Do mini session begins April 5, with classes Mondays and Fridays at 5:30pm. This is a great family activity for individuals of all levels who are ages 8 and up. Classes feature the Y’s instructors who bring over 20 years of Tae Kwon Do experience to class. For this session, the Y is offering a special; when you sign up a child, an adult within the same household is free. Following the mini-session, a longer 8-week session of Tae Kwon Do will be held in May and June.

The Y’s Middle School Running & Conditioning program for students in grades 5-8 is also returning this April. The program helps students build their endurance and speed and enhance their running skills. A 4-week session begins April 5 and will be held Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:15pm at the Y (program will be held outdoors when weather permits). Beginners through advanced runners are welcome. A longer 8-week session of Running & Conditioning will follow in May and June.

For younger children, Youth Soccer returns April 6 for ages 4-6. Kids will learn the basics of the game of soccer in a fun, safe atmosphere. While playing soccer, children are exercising, building soccer skills and stimulating their motor skills and coordination. For the 4-week session of Youth Soccer, 4-5 year olds will meet Tuesdays at 4:15pm, and 5-6 year olds will meet Thursdays at 4:15pm. Youth Soccer will be followed by an 8-week session of T-ball beginning in May. Participants in Youth Soccer will have priority registration for T-ball.

For more information on these programs, please visit https://fspymca.org/news/programs-families-teens or contact Donna Peart at dpeart@fspymca.org or 908-889-8880.

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The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA is dedicated to improving the quality of life of the individuals, families and communities it serves through programs and services that build wholeness of spirit, mind and body. The YMCA is a not-for-profit organization founded on Christian principles, serving people of all ages, races, faith, cultures and socio-economic conditions. For information please call the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA at (908) 889-8880 or visit https://fspymca.org. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.