Sportball Medicine Hat

10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving, Sportball families! 🍂🦃

We’re so thankful for every little athlete who joins us at the Southridge YMCA. Your kicks, throws, and big smiles make every class a highlight of our week. Thank you for being part of our Sportball team!

Our fall programs are in full swing, and winter registration is open, so there’s still time to join the fun. 🧡

Wishing you a Thanksgiving Monday full of family, food, and play!

10/07/2026

Hey Medicine Hat Parents! 🍂 Just a friendly reminder that classes at Southridge YMCA are running as scheduled this Sunday, October 11. We hope everyone enjoys a fun-filled weekend of activities before a relaxing Monday at home with family (and of course, plenty of Thanksgiving feasting 🦃). Happy Thanksgiving, and see you on Sunday!

10/01/2026

We asked, they answered. 🎤 Unscripted, unfiltered, and 100% kid-approved. 😂

Back-to-school season means more time indoors, but that doesn't mean the energy has to slow down! Sportball keeps kiddos moving all fall and winter long with fun storylines, 8 different sports (from soccer to basketball and everything in between ⚽🏀⚾🏒🏈🎾🏐⛳), and confidence-building activities, all designed to help kids stay active and healthy for life.

New to Sportball? Fall has just kicked off, but we've still got a handful of spots left, so grab yours before they're gone! 🏃 Planning ahead? Winter registration is open now at Southridge YMCA. ❄️ Sign up at Sportball.com (link in bio). 🔗

📍 Southridge YMCA, Medicine Hat

09/26/2026

🎥 Ever wondered what actually happens at a Sportball drop-off class? Here's your behind-the-scenes peek! 👀

Storytelling, coach-led demos, and plenty of little wins and proud moments! 📖 Our coaches show kids exactly what they're aiming for, then guide them as they try it themselves, no competition, just confidence-building fun. 🙌 And yes, coach races are always a fan favourite! 🏃💨

Our secret? 8 sports, 1 program:
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Kids learn sport-specific skills in a fun, age-appropriate way while building a love of movement that sets them up to be healthy, active kids for life. 💛

🍂 Fall programs kick off THIS Sunday, Sept 27 at the Southridge YMCA! There's still time to grab a spot.
❄️ Planning ahead? Take a peek at what's in store for Winter and the new year.

👉 Tap the link in bio to register!

09/25/2026

🧠 Wondering what skills we actually teach at Sportball? We meet kids right where they are and build from there:

16 months to 2 years: The ABCs of Sport, where little ones make friends, practice listening, and start running, jumping, and throwing

3 to 5 years: The Fundamentals, focused on following instructions, taking turns, and building those first kicks and throws

5 to 8 years: Skills & Team Play, where kids work together, make decisions, and learn how to handle success (& harder moments)

9 to 12 years: Learning to Lead, all about game rules, teamwork, and building confidence as leaders

Every stage builds confidence on the court and beyond 💙 Indoor programs start at the end of September and Winter registration is open, so tap the link in bio to find the right fit for your child!

09/22/2026

☀️➡️🏀 Our coaches when they realize Indoor season is almost here 😂

Summer got packed up in record time, and now the gym is set and the team is counting down the days until Indoor programs kick off at the end of September! Whether you're brand new to Sportball or coming back for another season, we can't wait to welcome you in 🎉

Spots are filling up fast, so tap the link in bio to grab yours 💙

09/20/2026

❄️ Planning ahead? Winter 2027 registration is officially OPEN! ❄️

We know it's only September, but for all you parents who like to get a jump on the calendar, now's the perfect time to lock in your Winter spot! Come join us at Southridge YMCA on Saturdays from January 9 to February 27 for 8 weeks of indoor multi-sport fun, where kids build skills, confidence, and friendships (and burn off some of that cooped-up winter energy 😉).

🗓️ Here's what's on the Saturday lineup:
9:30 AM | Jr. Parent & Child (16 mths – 2 yrs)
10:30 AM | Parent & Child (2 – 3 yrs)
11:30 AM | Drop-off (3 – 5 yrs)
12:30 PM | Drop-off (5 – 8 yrs)
1:30 PM | Drop-off (8 – 10 yrs)

🍂 A huge thank you to all the families who've already joined us for Fall! We're so excited for the season ahead and can't wait to play, learn, and grow together.

Still thinking about getting in the game for September? There's still time to jump in, but only a few spots remain, so don't wait! 👀

👉 Register at sportball.com
📧 [email protected]
📞 403-325-0566

See you on the court! 💙

09/17/2026

09/07/2026

Medicine Hat parents! 👟 Want your kid ready, not overwhelmed, when organized sport starts? This one's for you. ⚽

📖 You wouldn't hand a 6-year-old a chapter book on day one of first grade and expect them to read it. So why do we hand kids a soccer ball and expect them to just… play?

Here's the thing:
🏃 Movement isn't a break from learning. For young kids, it IS learning
🧠 Higher physical literacy = better focus, stronger memory, and more consistent activity
🙌 Kids who feel confident moving stick with sport instead of opting out

The fix is simple: treat movement like reading. Start early, build skill by skill, so by the time organized sport rolls around, they're not overwhelmed. They're ready. 💪

The real question isn't "what sport should my kid play?" It's: "what skills does my kid need to feel confident moving for life?" ✨