Youth Programmes (7 – 25 years)

Bridgwater YMCA’s youth programme embodies a variety of well established clubs. These include Air Crew (skate club), Skeleton Crew (BMX club) games club (war hammer) and youth club. Sessions run on a weekly basis.

Youth club

Sessions are aimed at involving young people in a range of stimulating and exciting activities. Young people can browse the internet, take part in a game of pool, attend a film night and quiz evenings or simply chill out with friends in front of our large widescreen TV. In addition to all the above activities young people can get involved in our youth committee where their views are heard, shared and implemented.

Games Club

This club is run by young people for young people. If war hammer is your thing then this session is right up your street. This club is growing in popularity so come and join in and be a part of something great

Air Crew

Air Crew Is Bridgwater YMCA’s longest standing programme. Young people can skate in a lively environment with full supervision by Bridgwater YMCA staff. The skate ramps are permanently situated within our sports hall and include a newly purchased combo box made up of flat banks and kicker banks. Quarter pipes are situated at each end of the sports hall with grid blocks for both skaters and inline skaters’ added enjoyment.

Skeleton Crew

BMX riders can now take full advantage of our indoor skate ramps to practice and learn skills and tricks. Sessions are split into one hour groups to ensure ample riding space.

MUGA and field games

This will include a combination of team games including kwik cricket, Frisbee, rounders, football, orienteering, problem solving and much more...

Basketball Sessions

The goal of the sessions are to have fun and to gain a better understanding of the rules of basketball.
Participating in these sessions will help improve fitness and develop skills including shooting, ball
handling and playing as part of a team.

Caving

A unique activity enabling future explorers to navigate their way around a network of tunnels creating a realistic caving experience. The activity includes instruction and equipment hire. Fun and games are guaranteed.

Tennis

Does exactly what it says on the tin! Come along and have a knock about on our outside tennis court.

Arcade games nites

An evening of pool, air hockey and table football. Challenge your friends or staff. Tournaments organised for those with a competitive nature. Access to all arcade type games are free within these session.

Bike Ride

There is no better way to explore the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal than on bike. Cycle rides take place along the extensive canal towpath avoiding traffic and the hustle and bustle of town. Our fleet of bikes are available for all sizes.

Low Ropes Club

Perfect for all ages, our new purpose built low ropes course will encourage communication and
co-operation, helping individuals build their confidence whilst developing their balance and co-ordination. Each challenge calls on the collective contributions of every participant—drawing on their ideas, support, and effort to achieve a shared goal.

5-A-Side Football

Bring a team along and challenge other teams to a mini tournament or simply take part in a skills development session. Sessions will be designed to suit the groups requirements. This could be either a skills session, tournament or just a casual kick around.

Table Tennis

Enjoy a game or two of table tennis. Develop existing skills or if you are new to the sport simply come along an give it a bash.

Easyline Sessions

Set in a circle the equipment covers all the main muscle groups with cardio steps placed in between to work your heart and lungs. The unique push and pull set-up of the EASYLINE make it suitable for all ages and abilities. The benefits of this new system include;