Grapple House
A Glendale martial arts gym that bills itself as a kids jiu-jitsu and martial arts school. Children learn grappling and self-defense skills in structured classes.
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 serves Ridgewood and Glendale.
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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
69-02 64th St, 11385, in Ridgewood, Queens.
Yes. Ridgewood 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 (212) 912-2180.
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