Programs at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City
Youth Sports
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City Sports Programs
Sports teach kids teamwork, fair play, and the value of hard work. That’s why we strive to make more team sports accessible to more kids.
Right now, more than 5,000 kids have the opportunity to participate in sports programs through Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City with a focus on reaching educational goals, increasing scholarship opportunities, and improving character development – all while getting a healthy dose of exercise.
Activities
Basketball
Each Club site has a full-sized basketball court where kids learn the importance of teamwork – a valuable, lifelong skill.
BasketballFlag Football
Members learn teamwork and coordination without the concerns of full-contact sport in a fun, fast-paced game.
Golf
Golf helps teach kids hand-eye coordination as well as an appreciation for the outdoors.
Baseball & Softball (Royals RBI)
In partnership with Royals Charities, with access to quality coaching, training, and facilities we’re helping revive the great tradition of baseball and softball in the hearts of our communities.
RBISoccer
Children have fun while improving cardiovascular health as well as increase coordination, strength and flexibility.
Swimming & Aquatics
Club members have access to a competition-size pool where they learn water safety and swimming.
Track & Field
Running requires little equipment, making track one of the Clubs’ most accessible activities.
TrackWeight Lifting
Strength training puts young people on a lifelong path to better health and fitness, while helping protect them from sports-related injuries. Each of our Club sites offers weight-lifting facilities with professional instruction.