Great Bridge Hickory Family YMCA - YMCA of South Hampton Roads

Sports are at the heart of all YMCAs. Did you know that basketball and volleyball were both invented at the Y, while softball and racquetball got their beginnings there as well? The YMCA encourages family involvement and hopes that everyone can enjoy the YMCA experience. Under the leadership of caring and dedicated staff and volunteers, participants learn the true meaning behind sports, including the skills for the specific activity; why teamwork is critical in life; how to be respectful of coaches, officials and teammates; and understanding that having fun and making friends are what sports are all about.

Sports programs at the Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA include:

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Introduction to Ballet for ages 2 1/2 - 4
Days: Thurs Time: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Dates: 1/12/12-2/16/12		This class is a great way to familiarize your child with the wonderful world of dance! Ballet classes at a young age will teach a child grace, poise, self discipline and self confidence. Classes will focus on basic dance moves, and finish each six-week session with a fun dance recital! Members $30 Prospective members $45 Registration Required. Members: 12/10/11-1/11/12. Register Online. Non-Members: 12/10/11-1/11/12. Register Online.

Karate: Ages 9 - 12 ADVANCED
Days: Sat Time: 9:30 am - 10:25 am		The Advanced Karate program is designed to teach discipline, control, health and confidence, building upon the Beginners' Class. Requirement: Participants must pass beginning level karate class. Sessions run monthly. Register prior to session start date. $45 Member $60 Prospective Member

Karate: Ages 9 - 12 BEGINNERS
Days: Sat Time: 9:30 am - 10:25 am		The Beginning Karate program is designed to teach the basics of karate, self defense and technique. No special equipment required. Sessions run monthly. Register prior to session start date. $45 Member $60 Prospective Member

Karate: Adult Ages 13+
Days: Sat Time: 10:30 am - 11:25 am		This program is designed to teach discipline, control, health and confidence. Sessions run monthly. Register prior to session start date. $45 Member $60 Prospective Member

Karate: Ages 5 - 8 ADVANCED
Days: Sat Time: 8:30 am - 9:25 am		The Advanced Karate program is designed to teach discipline, control, health and confidence, building upon the Beginners' Class. Requirement: Participants must pass beginning level karate class. Sessions run monthly. Register prior to session start date. $45 Member $60 Prospective Member

Karate: Ages 5 - 8 BEGINNERS
Days: Sat Time: 8:30 am - 9:25 am		The Beginning Karate program is designed to teach the basics of karate, self defense and technique. No special equipment required. Sessions run monthly. Register prior to session start date. $45 Member $60 Prospective Member

Middle School Basketball Travel League
Days: Thurs, Sat Time: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Dates: 1/5/12-3/10/12		YMCA Middle School Basketball is designed to teach the basic skills of basketball to boys and girls who have never played and improve the skills of those who have. Players will learn the fundamentals of basketball, with a focus placed on ball control, shooting techniques, offensive and defensive tactics, rules and regulations of the game, team work, sportsmanship and fair play for all. Practices will be held Thursdays at 8pm at the Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA, with Saturday games at varied YMCA locations. A tournament will be held at the end of the season. Members $65 Potential members $85 Registration Required. Members: 11/1/11-12/31/11. Register Online. Non-Members: 11/1/11-12/31/11. Register Online.

Pee Wee Sports
Days: Mon, Wed Time: 10:45 am - 11:30 am Dates: 1/2/12-2/8/12		Pee Wee Sports is for children ages 3 to 5, and is a fun introduction to a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, hockey, flag football and T-ball. Focus is placed on skill development, character building and team work, but most of all FUN! Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays. Children must be potty-trained. Members only $40. Registration Required. Members: 12/1/11-1/1/12. Register Online.

Pee Wee Sports
Days: Tues, Thurs Time: 10:30 am - 11:15 am Dates: 1/3/12-2/9/12		Pee Wee Sports is for children ages 3 to 5, and is a fun introduction to a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, hockey, flag football and T-ball. Focus is placed on skill development, character building and team work, but most of all FUN! Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children must be potty-trained. Members only $40. Registration Required. Members: 12/1/11-1/1/12. Register Online.

Y Youth Basketball
Days: Weekdays, Sat Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am Dates: 12/12/11-2/25/12		Players will be assigned to teams by groups of pre-K (age 4) and kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade, or 3rd and 4th grade. Practices are held once a week Monday through Thursday, with one game a week on either Friday or Saturday. Every child plays at least half the game, with the emphasis placed on learning the skills and rules, not on winning or losing. $65 Members $85 Potential Members Registration Required. Members: 10/1/11-12/2/11. Register Online. Non-Members: 11/1/11-12/2/11. Register Online.

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