DENVER YMCA'S NFL FLAG FOOTBALL
Spring 2025 Youth YMCA - NFL Flag Football Information
Season Dates: April 7 - June 7, 2025
Member Registration Opens: February 3, 2025
Non-member Registration Opens: February 10, 2025
Registration Ends: March 17, 2025
Late Registration Period: March 18 - March 24, 2025
YMCA - NFL Flag Football at the Southwest YMCA 🏈
We’re excited to partner with the NFL Flag Football Program to bring Youth Flag Football to the Southwest YMCA this spring! Join us for an action-packed season where kids will learn the game, develop new skills, and have fun—all in a safe, non-contact environment.
About the League
At the Southwest YMCA, we believe in helping kids grow physically, emotionally, and socially. Our NFL Flag Football league goes beyond just sports—it’s about developing healthy habits, boosting confidence, and building strong teamwork.
We’re proud to offer divisions for both boys and girls in the 8-11 and 11-14 age groups. We’re especially excited to encourage more girls to get involved in football and join a league that fosters empowerment, teamwork, and fun.
What to Expect:
- Skill Development: Drills designed to improve coordination and motor skills.
- Teamwork & Sportsmanship: Emphasizing fair play, respect, and collaboration.
- Confidence Building: Helping kids build self-confidence both on and off the field.
- Volunteer Coaches: Coaches dedicated to skill-building and character development in a supportive, non-competitive environment.
YMCA NFL Flag Football Program - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Welcome to the YMCA NFL Flag Football Program at the Southwest YMCA! Below are some frequently asked questions to help you get ready for the season.
The YMCA NFL Flag Football program offers an exciting, non-contact football experience where kids can learn and develop skills in a fun, supportive, and safe environment. This league focuses on teamwork, sportsmanship, and skill development while giving children the chance to play flag football in a positive setting.
The program is open to children ages 8-14. We offer Boys and Girls divisions based on age groups (8-11 and 11-14) to ensure fair competition and skill development. Players of all skill levels are welcome!
The season typically runs for 8 weeks. Exact dates will be provided at the time of registration.
All practices and games for the NFL Flag Football program are held at the Southwest YMCA on the designated flag football fields.
- Practices are held once a week, typically on weekday evenings.
- Games are played on Saturdays. The schedule will be shared upon registration.
Players must wear:
- Athletic shorts/pants
- Mouthguard (required for all participants)
- Cleats (optional but recommended)
- Flag football belt (provided by the YMCA)
Note: Jerseys will be provided as part of the program registration.
Yes, all teams in the YMCA NFL Flag Football program are led by volunteer coaches. If you're interested in coaching, please reach out to your sports contact at the Southwest YMCA for more information.
The YMCA NFL Flag Football program emphasizes:
- Developing fundamental football skills
- Teamwork and sportsmanship
- Building confidence
- Having fun in a non-contact, safe environment
While there is an element of competition, the primary focus of the league is fun, skill development, and learning the game of football. We aim to create an inclusive environment where players can grow, no matter their experience level.
Yes! The YMCA NFL Flag Football program is designed for players of all experience levels, including beginners. Our coaches will work with players to help them build skills and understanding of the game.
If you have any additional questions or need further assistance, please contact the Southwest YMCA sports department. We’re excited to welcome your child to the NFL Flag Football program and look forward to an action-packed season!