Competitive Sports

Elevate Your Game

Building Champions On and Off the Field

The YMCA Competitive Sports program is designed for athletes looking to take their skills to the next level. We offer a variety of competitive leagues and travel teams that focus on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Our experienced coaches provide expert training to help players excel physically and mentally while fostering lifelong values. Whether you’re competing in basketball, soccer, swimming, or other sports, we strive to prepare athletes for success both on and off the field. Through high-level competition and a commitment to excellence, the YMCA empowers athletes to grow, challenge themselves, and achieve their goals in a supportive and character-driven environment.

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Train. Compete. Succeed.

Building Skills, Character, and Champions.

Montgomery Barracudas Swim Team

The Montgomery YMCA Barracudas has been the premier swim team in The River Region since 1978. We provide all youth the opportunity to participate in a year round competitive USA/ YMCA Swimming sports team that is dedicated to building athletes who are committed, have strong character, and show great attitude. We offer a wide range of groups from the beginning swimmer all the way to national qualifiers. The Montgomery YMCA Barracudas aims in the development of character, skills, and desire necessary for each swimmer to maximize his/her potential and goals through swimming. Our staff is in constant pursuit to aim in the development of physical fitness, self-esteem, and self-discipline, which assist each swimmer in his/her personal goals and athletic potential

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Offered at These Locations:

  • East Family YMCA

Alabama FC South Soccer

Alabama FC South New Player Evaluations-Open to all players looking to play competitive soccer in the spring. The players will be coached by professional licensed coaches and train in age specific curriculum that will help them develop Technically/Tactically.

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Offered at These Locations:

  • Grandview YMCA & 17 Springs
  • Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex

AAU Fire Basketball

The YMCA AAU Basketball Program provides dedicated players the chance to develop fundamental and advanced skills, compete in tournaments across the Tri-State area, and gain lifelong values through the game. Our mission is to prepare athletes for the next level of competitive basketball. With expert coaching, we enhance players’ physical and mental understanding of the game while seeking top-tier competition for our teams.

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Offered at These Locations:

  • Bell Road YMCA

Grandview Isshinryu Karate

The YMCA offers karate classes, from beginner to advanced level, for young children, youth, teens and adults. Our classes are provided in a safe, ethical, and traditional environment that caters to all levels of experience. YMCA karate classes focus on a variety of skills and areas of personal growth, such as self-defense, self-confidence, personal discipline, respect for others and physical conditioning.

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Offered at These Locations:

  • Grandview YMCA

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“We are working to address a vital community need of food insecurity by meeting people where they are and truly becoming a Y without walls.”

- AJ Hernandez, President & CEO YMCA of Greater Montgomery

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    Each year, over 400 volunteers and staff participate in our Annual Support Campaign to raise funds ensuring everyone, regardless of background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Donations provide financial assistance for kids and families in need, supporting programs that address community needs. 100% of donations directly fund life-changing experiences in Montgomery and Elmore Counties.

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Financial Assistance

We are committed to keeping the Y accessible to all, thanks to the generous support of our members, donors, and volunteers. If you need financial assistance, visit a Member Service Center or download the application form and follow the instructions.

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