Classes and Programs

Strengthen your body and your mind; the Glendale Sports Center offers fitness classes and so much more. Surprise yourself!

Reach out to our Program Coordinator Kelly Cloughly at kcloughly@denverymca.org if you have more questions!

Fitness Classes

Group classes include an upbeat atmosphere where social reinforcement and knowledgeable instructors create an environment where you’re pushed to give your best effort and keeps you coming back. Glendale Sports Center offers dozens of classes that are both free and unlimited. Stick with your favorite, or try them all!

Youth programs

After-school and summer camp programs give children between the ages of 5 and 12 a safe, fun place to play, grow, and learn.  Youth can also enroll in specific programs, such as tennis, music, and dance, listed below.  All childcare is licensed and staffed by the YMCA.

League Sports

Choose from basketball, outdoor soccer, volleyball, tennis, table tennis, and pickleball. Our leagues run all year and include coed options. With all the Glendale Sports Center amenities, like a locker room, at your disposal, choosing to play at Glendale Sports Center gives everyone a home-field advantage.

Teen programs

Teens thrive in the positive environment created by after-school and summer drop-in programs. The program welcomes those currently in grades 7-12.  Teens can also enroll in our tennis, art, music, and dance programs listed below.

Music programs

Learn to play a variety of instruments through music lessons offered by the Glendale Sports Center.

We offer private and semi-private lessons for youth and adults alike. Whether you have the basics down and want to learn intermediate skills, such as note reading, or have never picked up an instrument we can cater your lesson to your skill level. We offer private lessons in guitar, drumming, and piano/keyboard.

Dance programs

Preschool Ballet is offered for a more traditional dance experience, where dancers can begin to learn the fundamentals. This class for ages 3-6 teaches the timeless art through the use of stories and imagery.

Please contact Kelly Cloughly for more information on our dance classes!

Art programs

Develop your artistic side with the help of a pair of art courses offered by the Glendale Sports Center.

In this Beginning Drawing class students will draw from a still life references while receive instruction regarding drawing technique and tools while gaining confidence drawing in black and white.

In the Acrylic Painting course, students will explore one method, in depth. Students will hone their skills in representational and abstract styles and have a chance to practice painting still life, interpret prints and master paintings, landscape, portraits, and more.

Intended for beginner through intermediate skill levels, the courses welcome those 14 years-adult. 

Martial Arts

Our Family Martial Arts program is geared to participants 5 years-adult can help foster increased strength, stamina, confidence, focus, as well as decreased stress.

Taught by instructor Peter Carafides who holds a 3rd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do.  Through his training and education, he has developed a curriculum and teaching methodology that allows children and adults of all ages to enjoy their experience with martial arts.