Top 5 Sports Programs: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

2023 KABOOM Awards Family Favorites 1st Place: Sports Programs

Girls on the Run is a program that inspires girls to build confidence and make intentional decisions. Trained coaches use running and other physical activities to build social, emotional and physical skills in every girl while encouraging healthy habits for life.

Girls on the Run has two program seasons: Spring (February – April) and Fall (September – November). The program is available to girls in 3rd-8th grades and encourages girls of all abilities to recognize their individual strengths and celebrate connections with others.  Programs meet twice per week after school for 75 – 90 minutes. At the end of each season, the Girls on the Run teams come together for a celebratory 5K.

Many schools and community centers serve as program host sites including the Caine Halter YMCA and The Pavillion in Greenville and the Thomas Hannah YMCA in Spartanburg. Visit the Girls on the Run website to find a program near you.

Register for the Fall season now!

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2023 KABOOM Family Favorites 1st Place: Childcare Center 
2023 KABOOM Family Favorites 1st Place: After School Care

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Sports Program 

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Summer Camps

For more than a century, the YMCA of Greenville has strengthened the foundations of the community we serve. We are committed to nurturing the potential of children through Youth Development, improving the nation’s health and well-being by promoting Healthy Living, and fostering a sense of Social Responsibility by providing opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. 

The YMCA of Greenville is proud to be selected by our community as a ‘Family Favorite’ in the categories of:

• Favorite Childcare Center – At the Y, children can gain confidence, make friends, and explore their interests in a safe environment. The YMCA staff is committed to helping the youth of today grow into the leaders of tomorrow.  
• Favorite After School Care Program – Let your kids learn, grow, and thrive while we provide homework assistance, enrichment activities, and a healthy snack. 
• Favorite Summer Camp – Summer is made for adventure! Let your child craft their summer story at the YMCA of Greenville!
• Favorite Sports Program – The YMCA of Greenville offers the community many opportunities for children and adults to participate in sports. Each of our four family branches specialize in a variety of sports for our youth. 

Favorite Youth Organization (Youth in Government) – The Youth in Government (YIG) program helps to create the next generation of good citizens. Though our programs, we demystify local, state, and national governmental systems so tomorrow’s adults will know how to effect change within these systems. We expand horizons so young people will understand their role within a global society.

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Sports Programs

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.

2023 KABOOM Awards Family Favorites Finalist: Indoor Family Fun
2023 KABOOM Awards Family Favorites Finalist: Birthday Party
2023 KABOOM Awards Family Favorites Finalist: Field Trips
2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Sports Programs

Located in Simpsonville, Palmetto Gymnastics offers a Play Time for kids up to the age of 10. Cost is $5 per hour on Wednesdays and Friday from 10-11 am and 11 am – 12 pm. Families must pre-register by calling the gym. They also offer gymnastics & ninja classes, birthday parties, field trips, and summer camps.

Birthday Parties: Parties at Palmetto Gymnastics include gym time and time for refreshments. Various packages are available for both structured gym time and non-structured gym time, ninja course, tumble track, and more, depending on your preferences.

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Sports Program

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.