The Y offers a wide variety of sports and enrichment clinics, classes, and camps inside and outside each summer. Have fun, make new friends, and improve your skills all at the same time. Please follow us on Facebook and watch here for announcements.
Summer Sports Camps
June Soccer
Dates: June 2 – 4
Ages: 6 – 9 years @ 2 - 2:45 pm / 10 -14 years @ 2:45 - 3:45 pm
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Location: YMCA Lawn
June Kids Fit
Dates: June 6, 13, 20 (Fridays)
Time: 10 – 11 am
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Over the course of three fun-filled Fridays, kids will explore a variety of drills and workouts designed to boost their balance, agility, and endurance. Each session includes bodyweight exercises, agility training, and stretching—all focused on building a strong foundation. Along the way, they'll learn the importance of caring for their bodies and why proper technique matters. Best of all, we'll fine-tune the form of each lift so they’ll be confident and ready to safely transition to weight training when they hit middle school.
Backyard Sports
Dates: June 10 - 12
Time: 10 – 11 am
Ages: 5 – 10 years
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Old school backyard games at summer camp are classic for a reason - they're simple, fun and bring out the spirit of camaraderie! We have a wide selection of nostalgic games to play that are perfect for anyone! Join us Tuesday-Thursday for a fun camp that will focus on the techniques and strategies of various games such as: Capture the flag, kickball, dodgeball, kick the can, tug of war, and many, washers and corn hole!
Track
Dates: First Week of June to the End of July (Mondays and Thursdays)
Time: TBD - will be in Morning
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Price: $65 Members / $95 Program Participants
Registration Deadline – June 1
Location: Old Track (at GRTS)
Athletes will practice twice per week with three meets with the North Central Missouri YMCA and Carroll County Area YMCA. At the end of the season the athletes will have the opportunity to participate in the Show Me State games. Show Me State game participation fee NOT included.
Meets: June 20 @ Carrollton - June 27 @ Brookfield – July 11 @ Chillicothe
July Soccer
Dates: July 1 - 3
Ages: 6 – 9 years @ 2 - 2:45 pm / 10 -14 years @ 2:45 - 3:45 pm
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Location: YMCA Lawn.
Boys Basketball
Dates: July 8 - 10
Time: 9 – 10:30 am
Grades: 2nd – 6th
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Girls Basketball
Dates: July 8 - 10
Time: 11 am – 12:30 pm
Grades: 2nd – 6th
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Dance
Dates: July 15 - 17
Ages: 5 - 9 years @ 10 – 11 am / 10 – 14 years @ 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Get ready to move, groove, and shine! YMCA Dance Camp introduces youth to the fundamentals of dance while learning a fun, high-energy routine. Led by members of the Chillicothe High School Dance Team, this camp is the perfect opportunity for kids to get active, express themselves, and build confidence. Dancing encourages teamwork, creativity, and social connection—all while having a blast! Campers will showcase their hard work with a special performance for parents at the end of the week.
July Cheer
Dates: July 22 - 24
Time: 10 – 11 am
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Let’s hear it for YMCA Cheer Camp! This exciting camp teaches the fundamentals of cheerleading, with a focus on learning real cheers that will be performed at 5th–6th grade tackle football games. Led by a talented CHS cheerleader heading to college on a cheer scholarship, participants will gain skills, spirit, and confidence. Campers will stay active, make new friends, and learn the importance of teamwork—all while having a blast! The camp wraps up with a parent performance where the kids get to show off their cheer skills and enthusiasm.
Flag Football
Dates: July 22 - 24
Time: 10 – 11 am
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
This action-packed clinic is full of fun drills and competitive games designed to boost technical skills, playmaking ability, and on-the-field confidence. Athletes will learn the fundamentals of the game in a positive and supportive environment that helps them grow as both football players and teammates. Open to all skill levels, this clinic is a great way to prepare for the upcoming season. Planning to play flag football this year? Don’t miss this one!
July Kids Fit
Dates: July 11, 18, 25 (Fridays)
Time: 10 – 11 am
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Over the course of three fun-filled Fridays, kids will explore a variety of drills and workouts designed to boost their balance, agility, and endurance. Each session includes bodyweight exercises, agility training, and stretching—all focused on building a strong foundation. Along the way, they'll learn the importance of caring for their bodies and why proper technique matters. Best of all, we'll fine-tune the form of each lift so they’ll be confident and ready to safely transition to weight training when they hit middle school.
Pickleball
Dates: August 8, 9, and 11
Time: 9 – 10 am
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Join us every Friday for a laid-back game of pickleball! We’ll play right here in the YMCA’s North Gym—or, if the weather’s nice, we’ll head outdoors to the courts by Chilli Bay. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, it’s a great way to stay active and have fun. We’ve got a few paddles available, but feel free to bring your own!
August Soccer
Dates: August 12 - 14
Ages: 6 – 9 years @ 10 - 10:45 am / 10 -14 years @ 10:45 - 11:45 am
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Tackle Football
Dates: August 12 - 14
Time: 8:30 – 9:30 am
Grades: 5th – 6th
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
This action-packed clinic is full of fun drills and competitive games designed to boost technical skills, playmaking ability, and on-the-field confidence. Athletes will learn the fundamentals of the game in a positive and supportive environment that helps them grow as both players and teammates. Open to all skill levels, this clinic is a great way to prepare for the upcoming season. Planning to play tackle football this year? Don’t miss this one!
August Cheer
Dates: August 15, 16, and 18
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 am
Ages: 6 – 14 years
Price: $35 Members / $50 Program Participants
Let’s hear it for YMCA Cheer Camp! This exciting camp teaches the fundamentals of cheerleading, with a focus on learning real cheers that will be performed at 5th–6th grade tackle football games. Led by a talented CHS cheerleader heading to college on a cheer scholarship, participants will gain skills, spirit, and confidence. Campers will stay active, make new friends, and learn the importance of teamwork—all while having a blast! The camp wraps up with a parent performance where the kids get to show off their cheer skills and enthusiasm.
Water Camps
Pool Palooza
It’s non-stop water fun with pool toys, games, relays, contests, and more! A week of wild, wacky, water-based excitement. Goggles encouraged and big smiles guaranteed.
June 24 - 26 @ 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Register Online: http://apm.activecommunities.com/gra.../Activity_Search/2901
Run, Jump, & Splash
This high-energy camp includes one hour in the gym or gymnastics area and one hour in the pool each day. Kids will burn off energy, build skills, and have a blast both on land and in the water!
July 7 - 11 @ 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Register Online: http://apm.activecommunities.com/gra.../Activity_Search/2902
Become a Volunteer Coach or Camp Leader!
Do you have a special skill or talent? If you like to work with children and enjoy helping them learn and succeed, we need you! We are looking for knowledgeable adults committed to helping young people build positive self-images and develop a passion for an active lifestyle. Whether you excel at a specific sport or enjoy teaching art or science, we would love to talk with you about becoming a volunteer coach or camp leader.
Registration and Refund Policy
We hope you will enjoy full participation in each Y program you choose. However, should you be unable to do so, please see our cancellation/refund policy located on the Join the Y page of our website.