Sports
City of Las Vegas Centennial Hills Community Center,
Operated by the YMCA
See the schedule for session dates and times unless details appear below.Register online or at the front desk of any YMCA location. Contact Emily Walton at (702) 476-6744 or ewalton@lasvegasymca.org for more information. The YMCA’s four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are incorporated into every program.
Sport Class Trials – FREE!
If you’re new to a sport, why not try it on for size to see if it’s a fit for you? Enjoy one free sports class per month, for members only. For more details, visit the front desk. .
Gymnastics
Brought to you by The Vitaly Scherbo School and the Y!
Gymnastics (18 months - 13 years)
The Vitaly Scherbo School of Gymnastics has been working with Nevada's youth since 1998. Your child will learn in a positive atmosphere with a highly qualified U.S.A.G. staff hand-selected by Vitaly Scherbo, one of the most accomplished and decorated men's gymnasts. He is a six-time Olympic gold medalist! The program's mission is to help students prepare for life's future experiences and challenges by physical and mental conditioning, which instills pride, self-esteem and personal confidence. Gymnastics and cheer programs run year round.
Gymnastics Cost: $107 per session, session runs 8 weeks, once a week for 45 minutes
Sibling Discount: Second child receives $5 off; third receives $10 off
Pre-Registration: Only available for current students - get $10 off. (You must sign up three weeks prior to start of new session.)
Class Attire: Girls - leotards, hair tied back, barefoot, no jewelry; Boys - tank tops (Walmart), shorts, barefoot
Bring: water bottle
Please read and sign the gymnastics rules and policies at the time of registration.
Session Dates:
Summer I: 8 weeks
Start Date: Week of June 4
Class size: Maximum 8 participants per class
Monday: June 4 - July 23
Tots (3-4 years): 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Kinder (5-6 years): 12:35 to 1:20 p.m.
Thursday: June 6 - July 25
Tots (3-4 years): 12:40 to 1:25 p.m.
Kinders (5-6 years): 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.
Friday: June 7 - July 26
Pee Wee (18-36 months): 2:50 to 3:35 p.m.
Tots (3-4 years): 3:35 to 4:30 p.m.
Tumblers (6-7 years): 4:35 to 5:20 p.m.
Saturday: June 8 - July 27
Pee Wee (18 months - 2 1/2 years): 10:10 to 10:55 a.m.
Tots (3-4 years): 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Kinder (5-6 years): 11:50 to 12:35 p.m.
Tumblers (6-7 years): 12:40 to 1:25 p.m.
Flippers: 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.
Dance
Mikel's YMCA Dance Academy
Your dancer will receive training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and combo. Dancers can join the dance team and perform at events. Builds great confidence! Call 592-8747 for details. Registration required.
When: Tuesdays, 4 to 5 p.m. (5-6 years)
Tuesdays, 5 to 6 p.m. (3-4 years)
Wednesdays, 4 to 5 p.m. (9 years - teen)
Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. (7-8 years)
Cost: $41 for four weeks; $51 for five weeks, depending on the month.
Strength
YMCA Iron Kids (9-12 years)
Youth get active in the weight room, gym and pool. They cycle, do boot camp and endurance drills, plus learn to use the treadmill. A certified swim instructor teaches swim training techniques.
When: Begins first Monday of the month and runs 5-6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays (gym) and Saturdays 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (indoor pool). Sign up at the front desk.
Cost: $112 monthly
Soccer Skills
The Y is a great place to learn soccer basics through drills and fun games. Classes are offered year round on a monthly basis.
Club Kickers (4-5 years)
When: Saturday at 9 a.m.
Cost: $54/month, program runs 50 minutes once a week
Pro Kickers (6-8 years)
When: Saturday at 10 a.m.
Cost: $54/month, program runs 50 minutes once a week
Basketball Skills
NOTE: These basketball classes will not run in July and August
Itty Bitty Basketball Academy
Ages 4-5: Wednesday at 12:10 p.m.
Cost: $50/month (once a week for 40 minutes)
Basketball Academy
Youngsters will have fun while learning sportsmanship and the fundamentals of the game. Program runs year round on a month-to-month basis.
Ages 6-8: Monday at 5 p.m.
Ages 9-14: Monday at 6 p.m.
Cost: $54/month (once a week for 50 minutes)
Open Basketball Gym
The monthly schedule is available at the front desk.
Non-members: Day pass $5 under 21; $10 adults; $15 family (immediate family)
Gym rentals: Contact Mark Caraway , (702) 476-6750 or mcaraway@lasvegasymca.org
Volleyball
Las Vegas Volleyball Academy (ages 5-adult)
Male and female players at all levels (beginner/developmental to advanced/competitive) get to the next level offensively and defensively in a fun, friendly environment. The academy includes drills and scrimmages designed to teach and improve passing, hitting, serving, setting, communication and teamwork.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Cost: Please call Coach Pinto at (702) 429-8846 or visit www.LasVegasVBA.com for more information.
Martial Arts
Shotokan Karate (4 years+, adults and families welcome)
A Japanese traditional martial art, Shotokan Karate is not only one of the best self-defense methods, it's one of the best ways to learn foundational life skills such as confidence, focus, discipline, structure, accountability and memorization. With a growing number of children and adults suffering from obesity, ADHD and other challenges, Shotokan Karate provides an ideal, safe solution while combining visual, auditory, cognitive and experiential learning in every practice session.
Your instructor is Sensei "Nick" Catalin Neagu, a 5th degree black belt who has trained nationally and internationally for more than 30 years. Sensei "Nick" is the founder of Las Vegas Karate - Do. He has also been recognized many times as a gold medal winner of national and international competitions in KATA (forms) and KUMITE (sparring). He is a JKA chief instructor and JKA Romanian head coach. He specializes in combining the best of traditional Japanese karate with the principals of modern athletic training methods and nutrition. FREE UNIFORM WHEN YOU SIGN UP!
When: monthly sessions, meet twice weekly
Beginners: Wednesdays from 4-4:50 p.m.; Saturdays at 8 a.m.
Intermediate: Wednesdays from 5-5:50 p.m.; Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Cost: $70 per month (two times per week for 50 minutes)
For more information, visit www.lvkaratedo.com or call (702) 944-4346.
Parent/guardian seating is available outside the studio. Only students are allowed inside the studio while the class is in session.
Tae Kwon Do (5 years+)
Youth learn Olympic-style Tae Kwon Do techniques from instructor Willie Chalmers. Beginner classes are available. Master Willie has been studying martial arts since the age of 10, excelling in Karate Do, Kung Fu, Boxing and Mastering Taekwondo. He spent more than 12 years in the U.S. Army training fellow soldiers in martial arts. He has accomplished being a military All Army Champion and military world team member as well as sparring champion in state and regional tournaments, including coaching. Master Willie specializes in structured martial arts. If you are ready for a challenge, come be a part of our team. This will change your life forever!
Beginners: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 5 p.m.
Cost: $87 (three times a week for 50 minutes)
For more information, call Master Willie, (702) 354-1060.
Parent/guardian seating is available outside the studio. Only students are allowed inside the studio while the class is in session.