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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.

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.

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.

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.

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON

Questions? Contact Adult Sports Coordinator, Jeremiah Bosley at [email protected].

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!

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.

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.

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