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Youth Programs at the East Jefferson Family YMCA

October 1, 2015
The East Jefferson Family YMCA, located at 6691 Riverside Drive in Metairie has a great line up of youth programs for your kids! Programs are for everyone - you do not need to be a member. Please see below for everything from Leaders Club for your teen to Super Hero Training for your tot! Call 504-888-9622 for more information. 

NFL Flag Football Session
October 24th – November 21st SATURDAYS
Ages 5-6 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ages 7-8 1:30pm - 2:15pm     
9-13 2:15 - 3:30pm
$60/Members                          
$80/Non-members

Here is the chance to kick off a great football season with our youth flag football league. This league allows youth to learn and implement the fundamentals of the game without the contact of padded football. This option highlights speed, skill and finesse all while giving youth the opportunity to understand rules, positions and tactics of the game. All participants receive: NFL Saints-Flag Replica Jersey and NFL Saints Flag Belts. For more information, please contact: Candace Schaedel at candaces@ymcaneworleans.org.

Super Hero Training 
September 11th - November 20th,  Fridays 10:00AM- 10:45AM        
Ages: 2-4     
Do you have a little one that is full of energy? If so, we have the class for you! Our Superhero Training class is a fun-filled program  that will have your child jumping, climbing, crawling, playing with friends, dancing and having fun all while learning the YMCA Core Values of Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility. For more information, please contact: Candace Schaedel at candaces@ymcaneworleans.org
$35/Members                                                                                                           
$55/Non-members

Leaders Club
 
2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 7:30-8:30
Ages 13-18
YMCA Leaders Club helps teens (13 - 18 years) develop into the kind of leaders who can have a positive impact on the community. Teens gain valuable teamwork and volunteer experience and build a healthy spirit, mind and body. Plus, at the end of the year they have the opportunity to attend the Blue Ridge Leader School with hundreds of other teens for a week-long training. Please contact Candace Schaedel at candaces@ymcaneworleans.org for eligibility and enrollment.
Dues: $35.00 for the year
Students receive leadership training, fitness training, and have fun building relationships in a youth group environment. This program is open to the community.
 
Pre-School and Youth Soccer
September 5th–October 10th SATURDAYS 1:00PM-2:45PM           
Ages: 3-9       
A developmental session that offers a place for kids to learn the basics of soccer through fun, age appropriate games and drills. This is for every player regardless of skill level.  Players should bring a size 3 soccer ball and wear shin guards.  For more information, please contact: Candace Schaedel at candaces@ymcaneworleans.org
$40/Members                           
$60/Non-members