Sports Leagues & Lessons Near Greenville, SC

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The YMCA of Greenville offers classes and activities for children throughout the year at five locations – Caine Halter Family YMCA (downtown Greenville), Eastside Family YMCA (Taylors), Prisma Health Family YMCA (Simpsonville),  YMCA Judson and the George I. Theisen Family YMCA (Travelers Rest). Classes and sports leagues are available to members and non-members.

Basketball: Did you know that basketball was invented at the YMCA? The love for basketball remains at the Y where each player is met at their skill level. Children, ages 4-14, can sign up for summer and winter basketball leagues or try it out for a week in one of our Summer Day Camps 

Soccer: Soccer’s simple rules are a great way to introduce children to sports. The YMCA of Greenville offers spring and fall soccer leagues or kids can try it out for a week in one of our Summer Day Camps. Teams are available for children ages 3-14.

Swim: The YMCA of Greenville offers swim lessons for anyone six months or older. Classes are progressive and build off each individual’s skills and are available throughout the day. For more advanced swimmers, the YMCA has Swim Academy, a specialized program that teaches the basics of swim team and competitive swimming and helps advanced swimmers hone their skills.

T Ball: The YMCA of Greenville’s T-ball program is designed to be a developmental league for the youngest players. Children ages 3-7 will learn the necessary skills they need to master before moving on to play coach’s pitch, travel baseball or travel softball.

Flag Football: Spring and Fall Flag Football is open to children ages 4-14. Participants learn football fundamentals such as footwork, ball control, passing and teamwork.

Volleyball: Did you know that volleyball was also invented at the YMCA? This popular indoor sport is offered to ages 8-16 twice a year at select branches at the YMCA of Greenville. Kids can also try it out for a week in one of our Summer Day Camps.

Dance: Seasonal dance classes are offered at the Prisma Health Family YMCA in Simpsonville, and throughout the year via Carolina Dance Collaborative at several other YMCA of Greenville locations.

Golf: The YMCA Youth Golf Program is designed for children ages 5-14 that have varying levels of golf experience including beginners, intermediate and brand new to the game. 

Adventure Guides and Trailblazers: Parent/Child pairs are grouped into circles of others and their surrounding community.  Circles meet on their own for different events and activities on a regular basis and the program as a whole offers events open to all circles throughout the season.  Events include two weekend camps out at YMCA Camp Greenville, pinewood derby race, a chili cook-off and a father-daughter semi-formal Valentines Dance.

Looking for a fun and meaningful activity for your child? Soccer Shots is a nationally recognized children’s soccer program for ages 18 months to 8 years old that introduces kids to the game in a playful, age-appropriate way while focusing on character development.

Our non-competitive sessions are designed to build foundational soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive and encouraging environment. Each 30-minute session is led by trained coaches who bring energy, creativity, and heart to every class. We keep kids engaged with imaginative games that teach soccer fundamentals while promoting values like respect, teamwork, and confidence.

Soccer Shots offers programs tailored to each age group, ensuring every child receives the right balance of instruction and fun. Our goal is to help children grow not just as players but as individuals, developing important life skills alongside a love for the game.

We offer park sessions open to the public as well as on site programs at local schools, preschools, and daycares, making it easy and convenient for families to participate.

Whether your child is brand new to soccer or simply loves to run and play, Soccer Shots provides a positive, structured experience that supports growth both on and off the field.

Unlock Her Limitless Potential
Girls on the Run is an empowering after-school program for girls in grades 3–8 that helps them build confidence, increase physical activity, and develop essential life skills in a fun, supportive environment.

Through a research-based curriculum and the guidance of trained coaches, girls explore topics like managing emotions, resolving conflicts, building friendships, and more. Each session blends engaging lessons with physical activity that gets girls moving and connecting with their team.

Families appreciate that Girls on the Run goes beyond running—empowering girls with confidence, strength, and a lifelong commitment to service. Each season features a Community Impact Project and concludes with a celebratory, non-competitive 5K that reinforces their inner power.

Girls on the Run helps every girl discover her inner strength, embrace her unique potential, and grow into a confident, joyful leader who can positively impact the world around her.

Learn more and register your girl at: https://www.gotrupstatesc.org

Offers:  A mobile yoga program with on-site group and private yoga therapy classes for children pre-k through 12th grade. Virtual classes available.

Offers: Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading, Flag Football, Volley and Baseball/Softball

The City of Fountain Inn’s Miracle League is an inclusive youth sports program that gives every child the chance to experience the joy of playing baseball. Games take place at the Miracle League field at the Emanuel Sullivan Sports Complex.

Offers: House, travel and high school hockey teams for youth in the Upstate

CampDads provides adventure-based family programming to foster personal growth, develop authentic relationships, practice good stewardship, and deepen outdoor experiences.

Offers: Youth golf leagues

The US Kids Golf Greenville Tour welcomes children ages 5-18! From first tournament to qualifying for world championships, these are fun and family friendly events. Parent caddies are required for ages 8 and under, and optional for ages 9 and up. Age-appropriate yardages and tees. The Top 5 in each age group at each event earn medals! Register before deadline for each season.

Offers: Fall and spring baseball

Kroc Greenville offers a wide variety of youth and community based programs in the heart of downtown Greenville. Programs are available to both members and non-members.  Scholarships are also available upon request.

Offers: Offers an incredibly wide variety of camps and events all summer long and rec classes throughout the year at multiple Greenville locations. Visit website for full details and to explore the many options.

Fall youth sports options include football, tennis (lessons and tournaments), ice hockey (with a variety of experience levels), ice skating, and whole lot more!

Offers  Parkour, Ninja, and/or Trampoline classes. Students are paired with others in the same age range and skill level. Classes are regularly taught by the same coach so they can pay close attention to and really learn the needs of each student as they progress.

Teaches Archery to children and adults, with classes throughout the week. They also offer open range time and private instruction.

🎯 Check out our Kidding Around Review of Upstate Archery.

Offers: Private and group ice skating lessons are available for ages 6-17

Offers: Certified instructors provide roller skating lessons to teach or help improve skills of children starting at age 3. Skates may be provided and lessons take place in a variety of facilities around the Upstate.

We hold FUN, creative weekday soccer classes at local daycares/ schools and weeknight and weekend leagues for boys and girls ages 2 and up!

Programs include Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Exploring.

The Simpsonville Recreation Department offers year-round youth sports teams.
Teams are available for ages K3 and up depending on the sport.
Play venues are located throughout Greenville County, including Simpsonville, Greer, Fountain Inn, Mauldin, and Greenville.

PE classes give homeschoolers the opportunity to play organized games and sports, make friends, and stay active. Weekly class meets in Greer.

Offers: Youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for flag football, soccer, basketball and baseball for kids ages 3 and up. Programs are offered at 2 locations: Edwards Road Baptist Church in Greenville and Devenger Road Field in Taylors.

Offers: Youth programs for ages 5 and up including dance, soccer and day camps. There is also an after-school study buddy program from 2:30 – 6 pm.

Offers a variety of youth sports programs, including baseball, cheerleading, football, rugby, soccer, softball, and wrestling

Offers: Fall and spring baseball leagues

Soccer Shots is a children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. A caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, communication and age appropriate curriculum.