Play Flag Football at the YMCA of San Diego County
The YMCA of San Diego County offers flag football leagues and clinics for all ages. Our experienced coaches foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and a healthy competitive spirit while helping players improve their skills, knowledge of the game, and personal fitness.
YOUTH LEAGUES | AGES 7-14
YMCA recreational flag football leagues feature age-appropriate rules and focus on skill development, teamwork and game understanding. Practices build individual skills, while games emphasize learning the sport in a fun, supportive environment.
Led by Y volunteer coaches, league games take place at various YMCA locations across San Diego County.
Practice schedules vary branch to branch, all games take place on Saturdays, unless noted otherwise. Once enrolled, your child’s coaches will contact you with more information.
Note: Registration for all leagues remains open until teams are full.
BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA
Spring 2026
Coed Youth League (Ages 7-13) | FIND SESSIONS
League includes one practice and one game on a weekly basis. Games will occur each Friday of the season; practices will take place each Thursday. Traveling is required.
Equipment Needed: All participants should wear athletic attire to practice and games: cleats/turf shoes, shorts and t-shirt. Jerseys will be handed to each participant prior to the first game. If jersey delivery is delayed, all parents will be notified via email.
Questions? Please email Program Director, Mike Valle at [email protected] for more information.
JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA
SUMMER 2026
Youth Leagues (Ages 7-13) | FIND SESSIONS
League includes one practice and one game on a weekly basis.
Practice Schedule: Beginning week of July 6, 2026.
- Division 1 (Ages 7-9): Thursdays | 7:30-8:30pm
- Division 2 (Ages 9-12): Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30pm
Game Schedule: Games take place on Fridays, with the first game on July 17, 2026.
Equipment Needed:
- Football cleats or closed toe shoes (required)
- Loose clothing
- Water bottle
- Sunscreens
- Mouth guards (optional)
- All new participants must purchase a basketball jersey through our Ship-to-Home website.
Questions? Please email Program Director, Ferrari Funches at [email protected] for more information.
SOUTH BAY FAMILY YMCA
SUMMER 2026
Youth Flag Football Leagues (Ages 6-13) | FIND SESSIONS
Practices will be held at Casillas Elementary every Thursday during the season. Please note that travel is required throughout the county for select games.
Equipment: Mouth guard, running shoes, gloves and jersey (purchased via ship-to-order at start of the season).
Schedule:
- Practices: Thursdays at 6:00pm beginning July 9, 2026
- Games: Fridays at 5:45pm or 6:45pm (check your division for game time), beginning July 17, 2026
Questions? Please email Program Director, Mike Valle at [email protected] for more information.
ADULT LEAGUES | AGES 18+
We are offering both competitive and recreational leagues for male, female and coed teams throughout several branches in San Diego County. Our adult leagues are a great way to improve your skills and stay in shape while playing with friends!
No team? No worries. Contact your sports director or sports department for more information.
Note: Registration for all leagues remains open until teams are full.
JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON
Questions? Contact Adult Sports Coordinator, Jeremiah Bosley at [email protected].
TOBY WELLS YMCA
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON
Questions? Please email Sports Coordinator, Kelton Coburn at [email protected] for more information.
FLAG FOOTBALL LESSONS
PEEWEE LESSONS
Children ages 3-5 can develop motor skills, stay active and have fun with friends in our Peewee Flag Football lessons! Offered on a month-to-month basis, these engaging sessions introduce young players to the game in a supportive and playful environment. Click your branch below for details!
- COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA LESSONS
- Clinics take place at Hoover High School.
- Questions? Contact Program Director, Adrian Araiza at [email protected].
FLAG FOOTBALL CLINICS
YOUTH CLINICS
The YMCA offers month-long instructional clinics that teach the core fundamentals, skills and rules of flag football. The clinic is purely skill-focused with no official games played.
- BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA CLINICS
- Questions? Please email Program Director, Mike Valle at [email protected] for more information.
- MCGRATH FAMILY YMCA CLINICS
- Equipment Needed: Football cleats or closed toe shoes are required.
- Questions? Please email Sports Coordinator, Josh Ichull at [email protected] for more information.
- JOE AND MARY MOTTINO FAMILY YMCA CLINICS
- Equipment Needed: Football cleats or closed toe shoes are required.
- Questions? Please email Program Director, Caylin Mason at [email protected] for more information.
- TOBY WELLS YMCA CLINICS
- Equipment Needed: Football cleats or closed toe shoes are required.
- Questions? Please email Sports Coordinator, Kelton Coburn at [email protected] for more information.
Flag Football Camps
Day Camp Options
The Y also offers several sport-based day camps that focus on flag football! Find the flag football camp that is right for your on our day camp page.
