YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL
Flag football at the Y is a fun and safe way to learn the fundamentals of the sport for all kids!
Get Your Game On
YMCA flag football is all about having fun, being active, and learning football skills. YMCA youth sports encourage and promote healthy kids, families, and communities by placing a priority on family involvement, healthy competition rather than rivalry, the value of participation over winning, team-building as well as individual development, a positive self-image, and a sense of fair play and mutual respect for others.
Families are encouraged to be more than mere spectators, by contributing their time as volunteer coaches—as well as being their kid’s greatest fan.
Youth Flag Football Leagues and Programs
Minis Program
Through fun drills and games, preschoolers learn basic rules and practice flag football fundamentals like catching, passing, defense, and offense, teamwork, and, in most cases, going the right way down the field.
Ages: 3 to 4, co-ed
Schedule: We practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other Ys in the region. Days and times of program vary by location.
Spring Locations: Meredith Mathews and Northshore Ys
Led By: Volunteer Coach
Score: Not tracked
Kinders Program
Through fun drills and games, kindergarteners learn basic rules and practice flag football fundamentals like catching, passing, defense, and offense, teamwork, and, in most cases, going the right way down the field.
Ages: 5 to 6, co-ed
Schedule: We practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other Ys in the region. Days and times of program vary by location.
Spring Locations: Meredith Mathews and Northshore Ys
Led By: Volunteer Coach
Score: Not tracked
Grades 2 and 3
Learn rules and practice flag football fundamentals, sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy habits while sharpening skills, practicing drills, and having fun. Flag football means there is no contact or tackling.
Ages: 7 to 9, co-ed
Schedule: We practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other Ys in the region. Days and times of program vary by location.
Spring Locations: Dale Turner, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews, Northshore, and West Seattle Ys
Led By: Volunteer Coach
Score: Tracked
Grades 4 and 5
Take skills to the next level and experience constructive competition in this recreational youth flag football league. Players continue to build skills like catching, passing, defense, and offense and begin learning football plays through fun drills.
Ages: 9 to 11, co-ed
Schedule: We practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other Ys in the region. Days and times of program vary by location.
Spring Locations: Dale Turner, Matt Griffin, Meredith Mathews, Northshore, and West Seattle Ys
Led By: Volunteer Coach
Score: Tracked
Grades 6, 7, and 8
Celebrate the love of the game in this recreational youth flag football league. This no-tackle league focuses on learning plays, practicing teamwork, and building fundamental skills. Teams participate at a higher level of competition that helps prepare them for playing throughout their entire lives.
Ages: 11 to 14, co-ed
Schedule: We practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other Ys in the region. Days and times of program vary by location.
Spring Locations: There are no programs planned for Spring.
Led By: Volunteer Coach
Score: Tracked
Clinics, Academies, Intros
Get ready for the next season of flag football by fine-tuning skills in our clinics or academies, or learn the basics in an introduction series! Players fine-tune techniques for catching, passing, defense, and offense, and practice football plays through fun games and drills.
Grades: K to 8, co-ed
Schedule: Varies by program. Offered throughout the year.
Led By: Y staff
Key Information and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I register?
You can register online via the links above, over the phone by calling (206) 382-5022, or at your local Y.
When does registration open?
Registration opens seasonally. To learn more about registration, including answers to frequently asked questions, please visit our program registration website.
I cannot afford the full cost of the program. Is financial assistance available?
Yes! The Y is committed to ensuring all families have access to quality and enriching youth programs. If the fee for this program presents a challenge for your family, financial assistance is available.
For Y members, your program assistance is already attached to your Y account and available upon registration. For community members, please drop by your local Y or call us at (206) 382-5022 to learn more.
Do Y members receive a discount on youth sports programs or leagues?
Yes! To see your Y member discount, please click the register button for your chosen program or league and click the activity to see pricing for both Y members and Community members.
What should my child wear and bring for flag football?
Your child should wear comfortable clothes and cleats. If your child does not have cleats, closed toe shoes (preferably athletic shoes) are acceptable. Your child should also bring a non-glass water bottle. A mouth guard is required for safety.
What is your refund policy?
Please review our cancellation and refund policies here.
If online registration is closed, can I still sign up for this program?
There may still be space available even if internet registration is closed. Please call (206) 382-5022 or visit your local Y to inquire.
Who do I contact with questions?
Contact information for the following locations:
- Auburn Valley Y – auburnsports@seattleymca.org
- Bellevue Family Y – bellevuesports@seattleymca.org
- Coal Creek Family Y – ccfysports@seattleymca.org
- Dale Turner Family Y – dtfysports@seattleymca.org
- Kent Y – kentsports@seattleymca.org
- Matt Griffin Y – youthsportsmg@seattleymca.org
- Meredith Mathews East Madison Y – mmemsports@seattleymca.org
- Northshore Y – northshoresports@seattleymca.org
- Sammamish Y - sammsports@seattleymca.org
- Snoqualmie Y - jhopkins@seattleymca.org
- West Seattle Y - wssports@seattleymca.org
Key Information for Leagues
What are the key season dates?
Spring Season
- Registration opens on February 15 for Y members
- Registration opens on February 22 for Community members
- Registration closes on March 15
- League season begins with practices the week of March 30
- Games begin the weekend of April 25
- Season ends the week of June 13
- Make-up games the week of June 20
When will my child practice?
For the spring 2026 season, you will be informed of your practice day and time during the week of March 23.
What if I don't get information about practice times by the indicated date?
For the spring 2026 season, you will be informed of your practice day and time during the week of March 23. If you have not been contacted by March 30, please contact your local Y.
How often will my child practice?
Teams will practice once per week for 45 – 60 minutes, depending on age group.
Where are games and practices?
- Practices will be held at a field nearby your local Y facility.
- Games will be held at the nearby field and other fields in the region.
When will we receive a game schedule?
Game schedules will be released a week prior to the first weekend of games.
Who will be the coach?
Our teams are led by volunteer coaches.
How do we apply to be a volunteer coach?
We are looking for volunteer coaches to lead our teams. Please visit this link to sign up or contact your local Y.
Can I request to be on a team with a buddy?
Yes, we will do our best to honor requests but can not guarantee them. During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to request ONE buddy. Your buddy must also request you on their registration.
When will we receive a uniform?
Uniforms will be distributed before the first game.
How are teams formed?
Teams are formed based on grade, school, and buddy requests.
What happens when games are postponed or canceled due to bad weather and/or power outages?
If a game has been played more than 50%, that game is considered final. If an entire game is canceled, we try to reschedule for a future weekend or weeknight. Because the weather is out of our control, sometimes games cannot be rescheduled, but we will do our best.
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