Palo Alto Family YMCA

Our volunteer coaches teach fundamental basketball skills, promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and character development while providing a safe and fun environment for children. Responsibilities include planning and leading practices and games, communicating with parents and staff, fostering positive behavior, and ensuring equal playing time for all children. Coaches are expected to serve as positive role models, follow all YMCA rules and safety guidelines, and complete necessary background checks and training. Practices are once a week in the afternoons and games are Saturdays, times vary.