The Y invented the game of basketball and consequently it is no surprise that we run great basketball training and development squads for children.
In terms 2 and 3 we also operate a school-based competition league.
Get your child involved and see them develop skills, friendships and a team spirit while also staying fit and healthy.
| Junior Miniball | Miniball | Beginners Basketball |
| Introduction to basketball with a focus on co-ordination, ball skills, catching, passing, dribbling and shooting. Smaller balls and lower baskets made for fun sessions | Introduction to basketball with a focus on co-ordination, ball skills, catching, passing, dribbling and shooting. Small balls and lower baskets make for fun sessions | Learn to play the game, skill development in easy progressive steps and introduction to the rules of the game. Most players will be capable of playing in a game after a term in beginners |
| 5-6 year olds | 7-8 year olds | 9-12 year olds |
| Monday 3.30pm-4.15pm |
Monday 4.15pm-5pm |
Monday 5pm-6pm |
| Wednesday 3:30pm-4:15pm |
Wednesday 4.15pm-5pm |
Wednesday 5pm-6pm |
| C Squad | B Squad |
| Skill based development to advance players to a competent level. Introduction to team play | Skill based development with introduction to team concepts. Introduction to multi skill drills |
| 9-14 year olds | 9-16 year olds |
| Monday 6pm-7pm |
Monday 6pm-7pm |
Term 2 runs 24 April – 25 June
However additional week added for Monday programme due to public holiday
Full payment on enrolment $124.20*
*Surcharge for credit card transaction of 2.5%
Weekly direct debit per term – 9 weekly payments of $13.80**
**One off set up fee of $1 + 60c fee applied per transaction
Competition League operates in Terms 2 and 3 on Thursdays and Fridays for Years 5-8.
School team competition league – 12 week competition over two terms. Entry fees are $519 per team inclusive of the affiliation fee to Canterbury Basketball Association. The Canterbury Basketball Association requires every player to be registered to compete. The Y is the collection agent for this fee. Please contact Wendy wendy@ymcachch.org.nz for more information.
Gymnastics at the Y emphasizes fundamental movement skills and this helps in the development of child’s balance, coordination, strength, flexibility and spatial awareness, all these core motor skills are essential in gymnastics, but also fundamental life movements.
Each class focuses on an individual skill with their group and each week progressions are introduced. Our programme is based on a level and skill development programme. This allows children to make steady progress throughout our programme based on their individual skill set, and allows children to be proud and confident with their visible progress.
Our experienced gymnastics coaches will guide each child through circuit rotations of various apparatus; beam, vault, double mini tramp, floor, and rings/bar. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, fun and inclusive environment for all participants.
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
| Tuesdays | Tuesdays | Tuesdays | Tuesdays |
| 3.30pm-4.30pm | 3.30pm-4.30pm | 3.30pm-4.30pm | 4.30pm-5.30pm |
| 4.30pm-5.30pm | 4.30pm-5.30pm |
Term 2 runs 24 April – 25 June
However additional week added for Tuesday programme due to public holiday
Full payment on enrolment $124.20*
*Surcharge for credit card transaction of 2.5%
Weekly direct debit per term – 9 weekly payments of $13.80**
**One off set up fee of $1 + 60c fee applied per transaction
Our parent/child Preschool Gymnastics classes are a fun way to introduce pre-schoolers to a semi-structured programmed where they can have fun and challenge themselves in a safe inclusive environment.
Toddlers will participant in a different circuit programme each week with the support of our Gymnastics Coach and parents supervision. Children will learn how to listen, follow instructions, and even take turns and share with others.
This class will focus on gymnastics fundamental movements while having the opportunity to explore our gymnastics apparatuses.
| Preschool Gymnastics Drop-in Sessions |
| 2 – 5 year olds |
| Tuesdays |
| 11.15am-12pm |
Term 2 runs 24 April – 25 June
However additional week added for Tuesday programme due to public holiday
No booking required
Tuesday Preschool drop-in $7 per session, or purchase a 10 session concession card (valid for 12 months) $52
Our fun Jazz Hip Hop classes are based upon the joy and fun of dance whilst increasing co-ordination and learning fun dance moves, designed to cater for any level of dance ability.
We focus on teaching the essential fundamentals of dance through a combination of choreography and movement whilst gaining increased self-esteem and confidence.
At the end of term we invite friends and families of the dancers for a short performance so the children can present what they have been working on during the term.
| After School Jazz Hip-Hop | After School Jazz Hip-Hop |
| Level 1 | Level 2 |
| 5-8 years | 9-12 years |
| Monday 4pm-5pm |
Monday 5pm-6pm |
Term 2 runs 24 April – 25 June
However additional week added for Monday programme due to public holiday
Full payment on enrolment $124.20*
*Surcharge for credit card transaction of 2.5%
Weekly direct debit per term – 9 weekly payments of $13.80**
**One off set up fee of $1 + 60c fee applied per transaction
Yogi-Kids is a Yoga programme designed to take junior school aged children (5-8 years) on a yoga adventure!
Children are guided through a series of yoga postures and movement techniques to support them in becoming calmer, focused and wiser. This programme will help ignite a lifetime love for yoga, mindfulness and movement.
Yogi-Kids is inspiring, educational and of course, lots of fun! Our tutor Erin is a qualified primary school teacher as well as a qualified Yoga and Pilates teacher, and is excited to combine her passions for children at the Y.
| Yogi-Kids |
| 5-8 years |
| Thursday 4pm-4:45pm |
Term 2 runs 24 April – 25 June
Full payment on enrolment $124.20*
*Surcharge for credit card transaction of 2.5%
Weekly direct debit per term – 9 weekly payments of $13.80**
**One off set up fee of $1 + 60c fee applied per transaction
You can come in and register at the Bishopdale Recreation Centre and sign up at reception, or alternatively call us to secure your place.
p 03 359 8320 e recreation@ymcachch.org.nz
