Sports & Enrichment

From youth sports to adult leagues, the Y offers fun, inclusive programs for all ages and skill levels.

Pickleball at the Greater Providence YMCA

Pickleball at the Y

Game on! Meet your new favorite way to get moving and meet people. Drop-in Pickleball is free with your GPYMCA membership! Just bring your energy and we’ll bring the nets.

Want tips, drills, and faster progress? Our Pickleball clinics help you sharpen skills and play with confidence.

  • Where we play: Bayside, Newman, East Side/Mt. Hope, Cranston, and Kent County YMCAs
  • Drop-in schedules: Visit each Branch page for current times

JR. CELTICS ACADEMY LEAGUE

Give your child a fun, skill-building season with the Y and the Boston Celtics.

Session Dates: November–February

Designed for K–8, kids build fundamentals, teamwork, and confidence through age-appropriate drills and positive coaching using official Jr. Celtics curriculum.

  • Official Jr. Celtics Academy jersey
  • Kickoff event and Draft Day experience
  • 12 training and game sessions
  • Extra Celtics-themed activities and fun

Locations: Bayside YMCA, Newman YMCA, Cranston YMCA, Kent County YMCA

Adult & Youth Sports

Get in the game. The Y focuses on youth development and encourages young people to join a team sport to make friends in a supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential. Sports programs may vary from Y to Y, but include:

youth sports

ARCHERY

ARCHERY

BASEBALL

BASEBALL

BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL

DODGEBALL

DODGEBALL

FLAG FOOTBALL

FLAG FOOTBALL

FLOOR HOCKEY

FLOOR HOCKEY

Pilates

HOME SCHOOL SPORTS

Total Barre

GOLF

TRX

KICKBALL

MARTIAL ARTS

MARTIAL ARTS

SOCCER

SOCCER

SOFTBALL

SOFTBALL

adult sports

BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL

MARTIAL ARTS

MARTIAL ARTS

SOCCER

SOCCER

VOLLEYBALL

VOLLEYBALL

ADULT & YOUTH ENRICHMENT

Evolve beyond the game. Enrichment programs at the Y spark creativity, connection, and lifelong learning. From after-school clubs and STEAM activities for kids to walking groups and social clubs for adults, there's something for everyone who wants to explore new interests and build community.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

CHESS

CHESS

magic the gathering

MAGIC THE GATHERING

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