YMCA youth flag football teaches kids how to play together on the field with a no-contact version of football. Please be sure to check our Youth Sports Health and Safety page for the latest information.
2022 FALL SEASON
East Triangle YMCA
Sep. 10 - Nov. 5
U8, U10 & U14
Lakewood YMCA
Sept. 5 - Oct. 29
U7 - U8, U9 - U11
Poole Family YMCA
Sep. 17 - Nov. 12
U8, U10 & U14
Kraft Family YMCA
Sept. 5 - Oct. 29
Coed U6-U8, U9-U11, U12-U14
Southeast Raleigh YMCA
Sept. - Oct.
Coed U6-U8, U9-U11, U12-U14
Teams
Teams are formed based on age. See below for ages and locations. Please refer to our age chart to determine your child's age group league.
Players
All players must have and wear a mouthguard and wear athletic bottoms with no pockets during play.
Coaches
YMCA youth flag football recreational teams are led by volunteer coaches. All volunteer coaches undergo a background check and training. Opportunities are available for coaches and assistant coaches at all locations.
Registration Dates
YMCA youth flag football teams play in the spring and fall and registration begins in January and June.
Spring Season
Feb. 1: YMCA Members
Feb.15: Participants
Fall Season
June 1: YMCA Members
June 15: Participants
Sports Directors
East Triangle YMCA & Poole Family YMCAs, Ryan Killen
Kraft Family YMCA, Kelly Guerriero, Mark Simmons