by YMCA of Greater New York
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Neighborhood YMCA offering youth sports classes and leagues such as basketball, soccer and fitness, plus swim lessons and after-school programs. It is near downtown Jamaica.
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Seasonal youth sports sessions; check branch schedule
Program fees; members get discounts; financial assistance available
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Ages 3–17.
Program fees; members get discounts; financial assistance available
Seasonal youth sports sessions; check branch schedule
89-25 Parsons Blvd, 11432, in Jamaica, Queens.
Yes. Jamaica YMCA Youth Sports is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by YMCA of Greater New York: ymcanyc.org, or call (718) 739-6600.
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