Grades 3-6

An introduction to the rules, skills, and game of tackle football. Recreational games are played. This program is open to boys and girls who will be in grades 3rd - 6th in the 2026-2027 school year.­­ The program will end with Friday Night Lights on Oct 23, at Hollister Field. Friends and family are welcome to attend.

Players are responsible for providing their own mouthpiece (required) and non-metal cleats. The Oahe Family YMCA will supply a helmet, shoulder pads, jersey, and padded pants. Equipment checkout for last names A-M is August 27th, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Equipment checkout for last names N-Z is August 31st, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.

Equipment must be cleaned and returned by November 3rd. Jersey and pants must be washed, the mouthguard and name tag removed from the helmet, and the shoulder pads wiped clean, or a cleaning charge may be applied. A $50 equipment deposit will be collected at the time of registration. This deposit will be returned upon the timely and proper return of all equipment. Late returns will result in a partial or full forfeiture of your deposit. All equipment must be returned before enrolling in other programs. Failure to return equipment by January 8th, 2027, will incur a $300 replacement charge.

A parent or guardian must be present at practice and games.

3rd through 6th graders
Mondays and Thursdays, Sept 10th - Oct 23rd
Oahe Softball Complex (800 South Buchanan)
Ages 8 - 10 practice 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Ages 11 - 12 practice 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Register at the OAHE FAMILY YMCA or at oaheymca.org by Aug 15th
Registration Fee: $80 Member/$100 Non-Member (Plus $50 equipment deposit)
Registration Fee after August 15: $95 Member/$115 Non-Member (Plus $50 equipment deposit)

The YMCA does not turn anyone away for the inability to pay. Please ask about financial assistance.