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Adult SportsAt Heart of the Valley YMCA

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Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, we offer a fun environment where you can achieve your goals and connect with others. Join a pickleball league, learn self-defense through martial arts, or play a pick-up game of basketball—the possibilities are endless! Our programs help you get active and have fun while improving your physical fitness, learning new skills, and making friends.

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Adults Sports

PICKLEBALL

PICKLEBALL

Pickleball is the craze that's sweeping the nation, and for good reason! Pickleball combines elements of badminton, tennis, and ping pong, making it perfect for all ages and skill levels. Get a great workout,... Pickleball is the craze that's sweeping the nation, and for good reason! Pickleball combines elements of badminton, tennis, and ping pong, making it perfect for all ages and skill levels. Get a great workout, make new friends, and join the fun at the Y!
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RAQUETBALL

RAQUETBALL

Racquetball is a fast-paced and exciting sport that will challenge your reflexes and make you sweat. Improve your hand-eye coordination, and overall fitness with a game of racquetball at the Y!
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Basketball

Basketball

Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, the YMCA is a great place to hone your skills, get some exercise, and enjoy the camaraderie of playing on a team. Experience basketball at the Y!
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Martial Arts

Martial Arts

Want to push your mind and your body? Look no further than the YMCA's martial arts program. Build confidence, discipline, and valuable self-defense skills with experienced instructors. Dive into world of... Want to push your mind and your body? Look no further than the YMCA's martial arts program. Build confidence, discipline, and valuable self-defense skills with experienced instructors. Dive into world of martial arts at the Y!
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    Swimming & Aquatics

    Dive into Our Aquatics Programs

    To some, the YMCA is virtually synonymous with swimming—and for good reason. Since the first YMCA swimming pool opened in 1885, we’ve been a pioneer in swimming education. Today, the YMCA has literally taught millions of people to swim and is the largest collective operator of swimming pools in the world.

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    Youth Sports

    Helping Kids Stay Active and Healthy

    The Youth Sports program at the Heart of the Valley YMCA helps your child improve their technical skills while promoting healthy attitudes and sportsmanship. Our Youth Sports programs also offer environments that are sure to nurture friendships in a fun and stress-reducing atmosphere!

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    Camps

    Explore Camp Programs

    At the Heart of the Valley YMCA Day Camp, kids connect with new friends, discover new interests, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

    Summer Overnight and Day Camp is also available at YMCA Camp Cha-La-Kee, located on Lake Guntersville.

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    Child Care

    Child Care & Preschool at the Y

    Today’s busy families need a safe place for children to stay or play after school, during summer vacation, over spring and Christmas break, and occasionally for Mom and Dad to have a day or an evening to themselves.

    Additionally, the Heart of the Valley YMCA operates three licensed daycare and Alabama First Class Pre-K programs at YMCA Early Childhood Education Centers located in the Huntsville area.

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