Adult Sports

Connect with Others and Stay Active

Practicing a recreational sport has multiple benefits for adults, just as they do for kids and teens. Some of the benefits of practicing sports as an adult are stress management, self-esteem, motivation and improved physical and mental health. Whether you're a Y member or community member, join the Y for pickleball, soccer, volleyball, golf, racqetball, and more!

Sports also provide opportunities for social connection and building community, which can be just as important. From young adults to seniors, we offer something for everyone!

Some of the adults sports we offer are included in your YMCA membership, while others require an additional fee. Check out all the details to enroll in any of our Ys in Greensboro, NC, Jamestown or Rockingham County below. We can’t wait to see you again!

Adult Soccer

Bryan Family YMCA

Enjoy friendly competition in our co-ed 7v7 league with up to 15 players per team. Games take place Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. or 5:15 p.m., all hosted at Spears YMCA (3216 Horse Pen Creek Road, Greensboro, NC 27410).

Spears Family YMCA

Join our fun, co-ed 7v7 soccer league—perfect for players of all skill levels! Teams can have up to 15 players. Games are held Saturday afternoons and evenings at the Spears YMCA. All participants must present a photo ID at check-in.

Registration Information

Early Bird: January 12-January 25

Cost: Member: $65

Standard Registration: January 26-February 15

Cost: Member: $85 | Community Guests: $110

Late Registration: February 16-23

Cost: Member $100 | Community Guests: $130

Once you’ve played it, the attraction of pickleball is clear. It’s fast-paced, low-impact, and familiar; anyone who’s played a racquet sport before can quickly get the hang of it.

Because the court is small (it can fit into half or even a third of a tennis court), and doubles games are standard, players run a lot less than they would in tennis.

Don't know how to get started with pickleball? Learn how to play and the rules through YMCA360 (free with a membership)!

Bryan Family YMCA (Downtown)

Monday: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. - Open Play Pickleball
Tuesday: 9:30-11 a.m. - Learn to Play pickleball with Nancy | 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. - Open Play Pickleball | 2:30-3:30 p.m. Advanced Lessons with Bob Arms
Wednesday: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. - Competitive Play
Thursday: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. - Open Play
Friday: 6-9 a.m. - Open Play
Sunday: 1-3 p.m. - Open Play

Bryan YMCA Spring Adult Pickleball League

3 Leagues - Challenger, Intermediate, and Social
$60 Member Per League | $70 Community Guest Per League
Registration from December 17 to February 23.
Leagues start week of February 23.

Social - Individual registration playing with different partners each night (Monday night league) | Register Online
Intermediate - Register both you and your partner and play together throughout duration of league. (Thursday night league) | Register Online
Challenger - More competitive league designed for high intermediate and advanced players. Register both you and your partner and play together throughout the duration of league. (Tuesday night league) | Register Online

Eden Family YMCA (Eden)

Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Youth Gym.

Hayes-Taylor Memorial YMCA (Southeast Greensboro)

Tuesday: 5:30–7 p.m.

No registration required. All skill levels are welcome! For visitors, learn about guest passes by contacting our front desk membership team.

Ragsdale Family YMCA (Jamestown)

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8-11 a.m. | Wednesday: 6-8 p.m. | Saturday: 8-10 a.m. | Sunday: 1-5 p.m.

Summer Hours (June-August)

Monday-Friday: 7-9 a.m.
Saturday: 8-10 a.m.
Sunday: 1-3 p.m.
Location: Court 1 and Court 2

Pickleball Lessons

Ages 18+ | Register Online

Members: $60 | Community $90

Spears Family YMCA (Northwest Greensboro)

Open Pickleball Play Hours

Monday to Friday (4 nets): 5 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sunday (2 nets): 12-3 p.m.

Intro to Pickleball Class

Intro to Pickleball Classes are offered every Thursday from 1-2 p.m. The class will teach the rules of Pickleball, basic strategy, court positioning, and basic technique. This class is free for members, or $15 per visit as a YMCA guest.

Balls will be provided, and we will have limited pickleball paddles to offer. Class limited to the first eight individuals. Registration is required and can be completed in-person or online.

Pickleball Clinics

Monday & Wednesday | 1-2 p.m.
Member: $25 per Week | Community Guest: $40 per Week

Serve and Return - 1st week of each month
Kitchen Play - 2nd week of each month
Transition Zones - 3rd week of each month
Basic Shots - 4th week of each month

Serve and Return
This class will review strategies for serving and returning serves. Will also go over more advance serves and review where serves and returns should be targeted.

Kitchen Play
This class will review strategies for playing at the non-volley line (kitchen) and shot placement and selection.

Transition Zone
This class will review strategies for how and when to move in and through the transition zones.

Basic Shots
This class will review the main four basic shots in Pickleball: the drive, the drop, the dink, and the lob.

Pickleball Classes and Pickleball Clinics Registration

Racquetball is offered at the Eden YMCA

The following policy has been developed to ensure that every Y member has the opportunity to enjoy the racquetball courts:

A member 16 and over may reserve a court up to and no more than three (3) times per week and only once a day.
Members 14 and 15 may reserve courts with professional or full-time staff approval only.
Any member under 16 may play with an adult at any time. A player may play in only one time slot per day.

This is to ensure that three or four people cannot dominate court time. Reservations for the day will be taken beginning at 5 a.m. Anyone who wishes to reserve the court for 5 a.m. may call after 6 p.m. the previous night.

Thank you very much for your cooperation concerning this policy. We feel it will allow each of our members the maximum opportunity to enjoy the courts.

For more information, please contact Morgan Lewis at (336) 623-8496.

Racquetball courts will close promptly at 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:45 p.m. on Friday, and 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Protective eyewear must be worn while playing racquetball. Eyewear can be checked out at the front desk for no charge by leaving your YMCA membership card.

Volleyball

Bryan Family YMCA

Monday: 4:30pm-6:30pm - Open Play Indoor Volleyball on the Red Court
Member: Free | Community Guest: $15

Signing up is optional for members but encouraged! Community Guests must register to purchase their guest pass.

Spears Family YMCA

Adult sand volleyball is offered at the Spears Family YMCA. Registration will begin in spring 2026!

CardioGolf®

Bryan Family YMCA

Dates: Thursdays

Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Ragsdale Family YMCA

Dates: Tuesdays

Time: 6-7 p.m.

Stoney Creek Express YMCA

Dates: Saturdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Program Details

Boost your golf game and fitness with CardioGolf®! This fun, low-impact program combines golf drills and functional fitness to improve your swing, strength, flexibility, and endurance—on and off the course. These classes are offered at the Bryan Family YMCA (Downtown Greensboro) and Ragsdale Family YMCA (Jamestown, NC).

Developed by an LPGA Master Professional, and led by CardioGolf® Certified Instructor Tim Gray, this program blends golf-specific drills with functional fitness exercises to enhance performance and prevent injury.

Using the CardioGolf® Fit Slope and Shortee Practice Club, participants will engage in low-impact, high-energy workouts that increase mobility and flexibility for a more powerful swing; build strength and stability to generate more clubhead speed; and improve endurance and balance for a consistent game

Whether you're a beginner looking to build confidence or a seasoned golfer aiming for more distance and accuracy, CardioGolf® delivers results!

CardioGolf® One on One Personal Training

This program is currently available at the Bryan Family YMCA. Work with our certified golf pro and achieve your golfing goals. Regardless of age or fitness level, personal attention and expert advice will help you achieve maximum results and improve your golfing ability. 90-day expiration on CardioGolf packages from date of purchase.

For more information about this personal training option, please contact Kaleb Allen or call 336.478.9622.

Packages available

12 sessions | 1-hour package | Cost: $480.00 | Register Online

8 sessions | 1-hour package | Cost: $360.00 | Register Online

4 sessions | 1-hour package | Cost: $200.00 | Register Online

1 session | 1-hour package | Cost: $55.00 | Register Online