Children & Youth Recreation & Sports

Movement, Science and Art

Dance (3 – 6 years)

In this intro to Dance class, kids will be able to learn fundamental dance techniques while exploring a number of different styles—including ballet, jazz, and hip hop. Through age-appropriate instruction, engaging music, and playful activities, each class will build skills like balance, coordination, rhythm, and spatial awareness. Encouraging imagination, confidence, and a love for movement.

3 to 4 years

Mondays – 4:15PM – 5:00PM

5 to 6 years

Mondays – 5:05PM – 5:50PM

Starting January 12, 2026

Artistic Adventures (3 – 5 years)

This class is designed to inspire young minds to explore their creativity and express themselves through a variety of artistic mediums. From drawing and painting to crafting and sculpting, children will have the opportunity to experiment with different materials and techniques while developing their fine motor skills and artistic abilities.

Tuesdays – 4:15PM – 5:00PM

Starting January 13, 2026

Thursdays – 4:15PM – 5:00PM

Starting January 8, 2026

Brushstrokes & Beyond (8 – 10 years)

Kids 8-10 years old are invited on this exciting artistic adventure! Get your hands dirty through guided experimentation with mixed media, including painting, collage, plasticene illustrations, printmaking and doodle art. Take home beautiful work to share with your family.

Thursdays 5:20 PM – 6:20 PM

Starting January 15, 2026

Israeli Folk Dancing

Join us for an evening of culture, tradition, and dance! Open to all ages, this program accepts dancers of all levels! Drop-in option available.

Parking is available at an additional cost for Y members. The member must first be registered for this program before they can purchase the parking.

Wednesdays 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Starting Janaury 7, 2026

Piano Lessons

The Sylvan Adams YMYWHA has a wonderful in-house piano teacher. Maxim Shatalkin, international award-winning concert pianist, recently moved to Montreal from Ukraine. He is available to teach beginner, intermediate or advanced piano to 7-year-olds through adults.

6-week sessions

$330 Annual Members • $390 Non-Members

For more information or to book lessons please email Maxim directly at mshatalkin@gmail.com

Sports & Movement

Pickleball (8 – 14 years)

This fun and engaging class introduces kids to the exciting world of pickleball! Through guided instruction, age-appropriate drills, and cooperative games, participants will learn basic skills like grip, forehand and backhand strokes, court movement, and simple rules. The focus is on building coordination, teamwork, and confidence in a supportive setting.

8 to 10 years

Sundays – 2:30PM – 3:30PM

11 to 14 years

Sundays – 3:40PM – 4:40PM

Starting Janaury 11, 2026

Basketball (5 – 12 years)

A fun and engaging basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship and a love of the game of basketball through age and skill appropriate games and drills.

5 to 6 years

Wednesdays – 4:30PM – 5:15PM

Starting January 7, 2026

Sundays – 9:30AM – 10:15AM

Starting January 11, 2026

7 to 9 years

Wednesdays – 5:25PM – 6:25PM

Starting January 7, 2026

Sundays – 10:20AM – 11:20AM

Starting January 11, 2026

10 to 12 years

Wednesdays – 6:30PM – 7:30PM

Starting January 7, 2026

Sundays – 11:25AM – 12:25PM

Starting January 11, 2026

NEW! Jr. WNBA By Wolves – Girls Only (7 – 9 years)

The Jr. WNBA by Wolves Youth Basketball is a national youth basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship, and a love for the game of basketball. The WNBA & Canada Basketball grassroots initiative empowers community sport groups, facilities, and clubs to positively influence youth through basketball.

Sundays – 5:00PM – 6:00PM

Starting January 11, 2026

Multi Sport with Nicole (3 – 5 years)

A fun and engaging multi-sport fitness class for kids ages 3-4, designed to introduce them to basic movement skills through a variety of activities like running, obstacle courses and circuits. This class helps develop coordination, balance and teamwork in a playful, high-energy environment!

Thursdays – 4:30PM – 5:15PM

Starting January 8, 2026

Indoor Soccer (4 – 10 years)

Our exciting Indoor Soccer program introduces children to the basics of soccer in a safe and supportive environment. Through a variety of games and imaginative drills, kids will develop coordination, balance, teamwork, and confidence with the ball. For the 8–10 year old group, the program focuses on strengthening soccer skills through dynamic drills and structured gameplay. Participants will continue to build coordination, ball control, and collaboration, while gaining confidence and a deeper understanding of the sport.

4 to 5 years

Mondays – 4:15PM – 5:00PM

6 to 7 years

Mondays – 5:05PM – 6:05PM

8 to 10 years

Mondays – 6:10PM – 7:10PM

Starting January 12, 2026

J-Force Gymnastics (2.5 – 12 years)

If your child loves to flip and be active come join J-Force Gymnastics with Jessica Salis, a competitive gymnast and gymnastics coach who will give your kids the time of their life! We do gymnastics in a fun, safe and warm environment and can guarantee that they will improve in their skills. From tumbling with friends to perfecting their balance, gymnastics will be the highlight of their week. Your kids will learn about grit, never giving up, positive attitude, team spirit, and how to shoot for the stars. No matter what level, experienced or not, your kids will learn to flip to new heights with success.

2.4 to 4 years

Wednesdays – 4:15PM – 5:00PM

Sundays – 4:10PM – 4:55PM

5 to 7 years

Wednesdays – 5:10PM – 6:10PM

Sundays – 3:00PM – 4:00PM

8+ years

Wednesdays – 6:15PM – 7:15PM

Sundays – 5:00PM – 6:00PM

Starting January 7, 2026

Krav Maga (8 – 14 years)

Develop confidence, patience, discipline, endurance, strength and the habits of great physical health through Krav Maga. David Shickler is an experienced Black Belt and 1st Dan teacher who creates a positive and engaging mixed-level environment where all can learn the fundamentals of this Israeli self-defense practice.

Mondays – 5:00PM – 6:00PM

Wednesdays – 5:00PM – 6:00PM

Starting January 7, 2026

Youth Wrestling (7 – 13 years)

Youth will continue to develop Olympic style wrestling in an inter-age, advanced and enjoyable atmosphere. You can either purchase all four seasons to secure your spot year long or register per session.

Please note that registration is by season (Summer, Fall, Winter & Spring)

Beginner

Sundays – 8:45AM – 9:45AM

Advanced

Sundays – 10:00AM – 11:00AM

Starting January 11, 2026

Teen Wrestling (14 – 17 years)

Develop the fundamentals of Olympic style wrestling in an inter-age, all levels safe and enjoyable atmosphere at the Wrestling Center

Mondays – 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM

Starting January 12, 2026

NEW! Girls Teen Volleyball (13 – 18 years)

A fun, recreationally competitive volleyball program for teen girls, with players matched to their skill level by the program coordinator.

Sundays – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Starting January 11, 2026

NEW! NHL Street (Hockey) (8 – 14 years)

NHL STREET is designed to provide kids and their families the best of what youth sports can be: having fun, staying active, making friends, and creating great memories. That’s why the NHL is inviting you to join the Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA street hockey league where kids of all skill levels can learn and play. When you join NHL STREET™, you can expect a fast-paced game that teaches teamwork, creativity, and resilience. Created with parents in mind, we’re ensuring the pressure, schedules, and costs typically associated with hockey (and other youth sports) are kept in check. No ice. Limited rules. Unlimited fun. Discover hockey more accessible and affordable than ever before.

Interested in the NHL Street Hockey League? Fill out the Interest Form below!

Interest Form