Youth Basketball Leagues & Classes at the YMCA

Youth Sports Leagues 
We offer basketball leagues in two sessions: Winter I (Nov-Jan) and Winter II (Jan-Mar). Registration usually opens several weeks before the season begins.

Youth Basketball Classes and Clinics 
Youth Basketball classes and clinics follow our standard program schedules with monthly and academy offerings. View our youth sports registration schedules.

• Our basketball clinics and classes are designed to help young athletes learn and grow step by step. Classes focus on building strong fundamentals—dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork—while clinics provide opportunities to practice those skills in a supportive, small-group setting. Each experience emphasizes development, progression, and confidence, helping players build a solid foundation and a lifelong love for the game.

Basketball Classes & Clinics 

Rising Stars Basketball Clinic: Ages 3-5 Co-ed 
Monthly Program 
With a focus on developing basic basketball skills, teamwork and sportsmanship, this is perfect for young children of every ability. Coaches instruct on basketball skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting.  

Shooting Stars (Ages 6-8), SuperStars (9-11), All-Stars (12-14) 
This basketball clinic meets once a week with a focus on developing basic basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting and defense. YMCA staff introduce basic game concepts and enhance your player’s experience through age and skill-appropriate drills and scrimmages.

Sports Performance Training: Basketball I (Ages 9-11); Basketball II (Ages 12-14)
Athletes will partake in performance designed programming focusing on skill and athletic development. This program is designed to gradually increase athletic performance by building upon the current foundation through basketball instruction as well as athletic conditioning in a small group training setting.

Youth Basketball Leagues 
A shirt and end-of-season participation award is included with all youth basketball league registrations. Interested in volunteering with youth sports as a coach or ambassador? 

Future Stars Basketball: Ages 3-5 Co-ed 
The Future Stars Basketball League is the perfect introduction to basketball for ages 3–4. Through fun games and simple drills, players learn the basics of dribbling, passing, and shooting while building confidence and teamwork. Our goal is to spark excitement for the game and help every child shine like the star they are!

Jr. NBA Basketball League
Ages 5/6 Co-ed, Ages 7/8 Co-ed , Ages 9-11 Co-ed, Ages 12-14 Co-ed and Ages 15-17 Co-ed
Young athletes focus on developing basic basketball skills, team work and sportsmanship. This league is the perfect introduction to the sport of basketball. Volunteer coaches instruct children on basketball skills such as shooting and passing, while introducing basic game concepts.

• Athletes are permitted to play up into an older age division if appropriate, but may not play down into a younger age division. i.e. 6-8 to play in 9-11, all based on families approval/recommendation 
• Age groups may be combined in the event of low registration; however, combinations will remain within appropriate developmental ranges to ensure that athletes’ physical and social development are supported. 
• If our enrollment is lower than needed for leagues, we may shift the program to a clinic styled program.

Youth basketball offerings are available at YMCA locations across Chester County. Programming may vary by location.

• Coatesville YMCA in Coatesville, PA
• Jennersville YMCA in West Grove, PA
• Kennett Area YMCA in Kennett Square, PA
• Lionville Community YMCA in Exton, PA
• Oscar Lasko YMCA & Childcare Center in West Chester, PA
• Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn, PA

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We're always looking for community support in running our soccer programs, if you're interested in becoming a youth basketball coach, please join us today.

Youth basketball league schedules are based on a number of factors including gym availability, coach availability and the age level of the participants. Younger students typically have practice and games one day per week with practice and a game held together in a single time block. Older students typically hold a week-night practice separate from their weekend scheduled game. 

During registration, families have the opportunity to note one day that does NOT work for their schedule. Schedules will be sent out at a later date. 

Families interested in having a set schedule can explore our clinic and class offerings, which are held weekly with no deviations to the schedule.

To help ensure that all youth sports league participants and families have a positive experience, the YMCA may extend leagues to compete across branches in a regional capacity. The complete list of locations are listed below and travel is typically limited to the locations closest to your "home" branch.

• Coatesville YMCA in Coatesville, PA
• Jennersville YMCA in West Grove, PA
• Kennett Area YMCA in Kennett Square, PA
• Lionville Community YMCA in Exton, PA
• Oscar Lasko YMCA & Childcare Center in West Chester, PA
• Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn, PA

The YMCA provides a game jersey and an end-of-season award. 

Players should bring labeled water bottle, athletic t-shirt shorts, and athletic shoes. Jeans and sweatpants are prohibited as well as jewelry, watches, wristbands and barrettes.

Yes! We’re committed to ensuring all kids can play, regardless of financial circumstances. Simply ask our membership or sports staff for how to get started.

All players MUST play at least half of each game. No one player may play the entire game unless his/her team has only enough players to field one team.

No, YMCA membership is not required, though members receive discounted rates.