Volunteer Project Catalog
Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
As a Fitness Center Ambassador, you will put a friendly face on the fitness center floor by providing positive and safe experiences for all members and guests who visit the Y. You will assist in keeping the fitness center clean and safe and connect members to YMCA staff that can help them reach their specific goals.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
Group exercise is both fun and effective. Use your knowledge, skills and experience to lead one of our many group exercise classes and help our community become more healthy and connected.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
The martial arts instructor will support the students understanding of martial arts and support the instructor during the class. Martial Arts offerings may include Karate or Tae Kwon Do. Volunteers may also help with participant sign in.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
Our youth basketball league helps players develop fundamental skills like dribbling, shooting, passing, teamwork, and sportsmanship through fun, age-appropriate drills and activities. Teams are formed by YMCA staff, with weekly practices and weekend games or scrimmages depending on the level. Led by supportive coaches and Y staff, the program focuses on building confidence, fostering inclusion, and creating a positive, enjoyable basketball experience for every player.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
Minis & Kinders Soccer is an instructional and recreational 8-class soccer program for preschoolers and Kindergarteners (ages 3–6). Volunteer coaches help introduce young players to the basics of soccer in a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment. Coaches lead age-appropriate drills, skill-building activities, and simple scrimmages that focus on fundamentals such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and learning to move the right direction on the court or field. There are no official games or scorekeeping — the emphasis is on participation, confidence-building, teamwork, and sportsmanship. All teams are co-ed and supported by YMCA staff. Practices with scrimmages are held once per week, indoors or outdoors depending on the season. Coaches are encouraged to create a positive experience for every participant and to work collaboratively with parents, particularly for Kindergarten-aged players, to support engagement and fun. No prior coaching experience is required. Training, resources, and ongoing support are provided by the YMCA.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
In this recreational youth volleyball league, players learn the fundamentals of volleyball, sportsmanship, teamwork and healthy habits while sharpening skills like spiking, setting and serving, practicing drills and having fun. This league is open to all genders. Teams practice once per week and play games on the weekend, including home games and games against other YMCAs in the region. All teams are led by volunteer coaches.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
As a workshop instructor, you can put your unique skills, talent and experience to great use by teaching a Health & Wellness workshop to YMCA facility and community members. Volunteers can teach anything from healthy eating habits, to physical fitness techniques, mindfulness, longevity and so much more. We welcome your special skills, talents and experience in this important role to help your community live a happy and healthy life.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
Do you have a passion for engaging children in meaningful activities that encourages self discovery? Consider getting involved as a volunteer assistant in our Kids Zone.
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