Jr. NBA Basketball for Grades 3-4!

Ready to hit the court, 3rd and 4th graders? Our Youth Basketball League, in partnership with Jr. NBA, is the perfect place to grow your game!

You’ll get to rock awesome NBA and WNBA jerseys from all sorts of teams, just like the pros. Boys and girls play in separate leagues, with games on weekends.

We’re all about helping you boost your basketball skills while also focusing on character development. Plus, our teams are guided by parent volunteer coaches, making it a true community effort. Get ready for some fun and fundamental basketball!

This basketball huddle session is open to any boy or girl in Kindergarten. The focus will be on development of skills and drills with periods of scrimmaging. Y basketball places a strong emphasis on character development while helping players develop their basketball fundamentals. Each child needs a water bottle and athletic/basketball shoes.

YMCA Jr. NBA Basketball League

Get ready for an exciting introduction to basketball with our YMCA Jr. NBA Basketball League, specially designed for 1st and 2nd graders!

We’ve partnered with Jr. NBA leagues to bring an authentic NBA experience to your child. Imagine your young hoopster proudly sporting an official NBA/WNBA team jersey as they learn and play!

This developmental league focuses on fun, skill-building, and teamwork. Our games, held every Saturday in Gym 2 at the Y, emphasize participation over competition. While parent volunteer coaches guide the teams, scores won’t be kept, and rules will be adjusted to ensure everyone has a blast while learning the fundamentals of the game. It’s the perfect environment to introduce your child to the joys of basketball in a supportive and engaging way.

The league runs from November 1st to December 13th, with no games scheduled the weekend after Thanksgiving.

Get your little hoopster ready for the court!

Our Skills & Drills basketball program is designed to introduce young athletes to the fundamentals of basketball in a fun and energetic environment. This program is perfect for who are eager to learn and develop their skills.

What to expect:

Skill Development: Learn the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense.

Get ready for a spooktacular slam dunk at the YMCA Halloween Youth Basketball Tournament! This two-day event, held right here in Burlington, Iowa, is open to boys and girls in 5th and 6th grade, offering a guaranteed 3 games for every team.

The tournament format will be determined by the number of teams and age groups, with the possibility of combining divisions if needed to ensure competitive play. All participating teams will receive a copy of the rules prior to the tournament.

We’ll provide dedicated scorekeepers for all games, and there’s no door fee for family and friends to come cheer on their young athletes! Please note that a liability waiver is required for every participant. Don’t miss out on this fun and festive basketball experience right here at your Burlington YMCA!