At the Y, children learn basic basketball skills using age-appropriate equipment (i.e. smaller balls and baskets for preschool ages). They do fun drills and games that teach ball handling and shooting skills. Early in the program, skill work is stressed as they practice, and as players develop, coaches work on the idea of team play and basic strategy.
Preschool Basketball
A great introduction to the game of basketball, where kids learn basketball skills like dribbling and shooting, but the main focus is getting them acclimated to working in a team setting with others. Our program uses age appropriate equipment and modified rules to help children be successful and develop properly.
Basketball – Clinic (Preschool)
Basketball – Clinic (Preschool) at South Oakland Family YMCA
YMCA Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic instructional skills of the sport.
Please bring water bottle, wear shorts or athletic pants and gym shoes !
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Early Childhood Dates:
3/11/25–4/15/25 Days & Times:
Basketball Instructional Clinic (4-5) at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Basketball Instructional program is an introduction to Basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport. This clinic is for the beginner level athlete or a player looking to fine tune the basic skills of Basketball.
Please arrive a few minutes prior to the start of the class as we will begin promptly at 6pm.
For more information, contact our Youth & Family Program:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
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Early Childhood Dates:
4/23/25–5/28/25 Days & Times:
YMCA Preschool Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport like dribbling, passing, and shooting.
This Program will not meet the week of March 23 – March 29 due to Spring Break!
If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
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Early Childhood Dates:
3/13/25–5/1/25 Days & Times:
Preschool Basketball Instructional at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA Preschool Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Participants will learn basic skills while building confidence and working as a team.
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Early Childhood Dates:
5/12/25–5/26/25 Days & Times:
The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and team work skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills.
YMCA basketball leagues emphasize good sportsmanship and skill development in a fun, safe setting. Players will continue improving on individual skills of the game, but much more important the program will teach them teamwork, persistence, and communication. Our Ys offer both Inter-Y leagues and community leagues, depending on location.
Basketball – Clinic (Youth)
Basketball – Clinic (Youth) at South Oakland Family YMCA
YMCA Basketball program is an introduction to basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport.
PLEASE BRING WATER BOTTLE, SHORTS OR ATHLETIC PANTS AND GYM SHOES !
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Youth Dates:
3/11/25–4/15/25 Days & Times:
Kids develop important basketball skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills.
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Youth Dates:
5/7/25–6/18/25 Days & Times:
Basketball Clinic Ages 10-14 at Macomb Family YMCA
Kids develop important basketball skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills.
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Youth Dates:
5/7/25–6/18/25 Days & Times:
Basketball Instructional Clinic (6-8) at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Basketball Instructional program is an introduction to Basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport. This clinic is for the beginner level athlete or a player looking to fine tune the basic skills of Basketball.
For more information, contact our Youth & Family Program:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
Youth Dates:
4/23/25–5/28/25 Days & Times:
Basketball Instructional Clinic (9-13) at Farmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Basketball Instructional program is an introduction to Basketball. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport. This clinic is for the beginner level athlete or a player looking to fine tune the basic skills of Basketball.
For more information, contact our Youth & Family Program Director:
mallory.kasper@ymcadetroit.org
(248) 488-7482
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
Youth Dates:
4/23/25–5/28/25 Days & Times:
Youth Basketball Clinic (5-7 Year Olds) at Carls Family YMCA
This clinic is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for shooting, and passing, and defense. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team. All equipment provided by the YMCA.
Please Note: This Class will not meet the week of March 23rd – 29th
Please Note: This Class will not meet the Wednesday before Thanksgiving (11/29)
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Youth Dates:
3/13/25–4/24/25 Days & Times:
Youth Basketball Clinic (8-11 Year Olds) at Carls Family YMCA
This clinic is a great way to learn new skills, be a part of a team, and have fun. Players learn techniques for shooting, and passing, and defense. They also work on learning rules of the game and spend time working together as a team. All equipment provided by the YMCA.
Please Note: This Class will not meet the week of March 23rd – 29th
Please Note: This Class will not meet the Wednesday before Thanksgiving (11/29)
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
Youth Dates:
3/13/25–4/24/25 Days & Times:
Youth Basketball Clinic – Ages 6-9 at Boll Family YMCA
The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
Youth Dates:
5/12/25–6/23/25 Days & Times:
Youth Basketball Clinic – Ages 10-14 at Boll Family YMCA
The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun!
This Program will not meet May 24 – May 26 due to Memorial Weekend!
If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
Youth Dates:
5/12/25–6/23/25 Days & Times:
Adult Basketball at the Y emphasizes good sportsmanship and skill development in a fun, safe setting. Our YMCAs offer Open Gym time for members to enjoy games of pickup basketball. Contact your local Y for details.
