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Active Children and Youth: Happy, Healthy Lives!
Keep children and teens active! Develop teamwork skills and build their confidence – all while having fun – with Youth Sports & Fitness!
There’s plenty available to get and stay healthy and have a great time, from team sports to individual activities to fun fitness events. There’s something for everyone!
What We Offer
(Not all programs available at all locations.)
Team Sports
Soccer, baseball, basketball, football, cheerleading, and more
Individual Sports
Track and field, gymnastics, martial arts, and fitness challenges
Special Programs
Homeschool PE, Start Smart (for ages 3-5), and wellness activities.
Seasonal Events
Fitness challenges
Volunteer Coaching
Opportunities for parents and community members to coach and support teams
Who Can Participate?
Youth Sports & Fitness is open to children and teens ages 3-18. Participants must be registered with Child & Youth Services (CYS) and have a current sports physical on file. Eligible Families Include: Active Duty Military families, DoW Civilian Employees and their dependents, Guard/Reserve on active orders, Retirees (depending on installation policies), Contractors (if authorized by local command) Installation-Specific Rules: Some eligibility details may vary slightly by installation, especially for civilians and contractors. Always check with your local Parent Central Services office for confirmation.
Why Get Involved?
Stay Active
Develop lifelong healthy habits
Make Friends
Meet other kids and work as a team
Learn New Skills
Improve sports techniques and fitness
Have Fun!
Enjoy a positive and supportive environment
How to Get Started
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Register with CYS
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Complete a Sports Physical
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Sign Up for a Sport or Program (online or in person at Parent Central Services)
CYS Youth Sports & Fitness
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What sports are offered?
CYS Sports & Fitness Program provides Team Sports, Individual Sports, Fitness and Health Programs and programming in the Child Development Centers, School Age and Youth Programs; to include T-Ball, Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, Golf, Tennis, Cross Country, Archery, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Tackle Football and Flag Football, etc. Sports & Fitness Programs are available throughout the year during the Spring, Fall, and Winter months. Please note, certain projected classes may not run and may be cancelled due to limited coaching support and/or limited participation numbers.
2. Where can I find individual sports information? i.e. rock climbing, wrestling, archery, etc.
CYS Sports & Fitness Program advertises the open registration for these programs in the local Kaiserslautern American (KA) newspaper, via marketing banners hung throughout USAG Rheinland-Pfalz, via Facebook, digital marques, parent advisory meetings, within the local school newsletters and our Website. For other individual sports classes available (i.e. gymnastics, dance, martial arts, etc.), please check out the programs offered through SKIESUnlimited on our Instructional Programs Facility Page.
3. Where can I find information about current sports offered?
All available programs and descriptions can be found online via Webtrac. Otherwise, questions may be directed to the CYS Sports & Fitness department, Parent Central Services.
4. How do I sign my child up for a sport?
All participants must be registered with Parent Central Services. Space is limited. To register, contact Parent Central Services. Otherwise, sign-ups can be made online via Webtrac.
5. What ages are eligible?
CYS Sports & Fitness Program offers seasonal activities for children ages 5-15.
Other programs for younger youth are sometimes offered throughout the year and are strictly based on availability. These program include “Skills Development” for ages 2 and under & “Start Smart” classes for children ages 3-5 years. “Skills Development” & “Start Smart” classes are directed to teach children the motor skills necessary to eventually play a sport by utilizing positive reinforcement, FUN activities and exciting equipment on a "one-on-one" bases with their parent lead by a staff member.
6. Where can I get a PDF copy of the sports physical online?
A PDF copy of the Child & Youth Services Health Assessment/Sport Physical form can be found at the top of the page under the “Youth Sports and Fitness” drop down tab, by clicking here, or on Webtrac.
7. How early must my child have a physical on file before participating in a sport?
Sports Physicals must be current through the season at time of registration.
8. How can I volunteer to coach?
We are always looking for adult volunteer coaches. If interested, contact the CYS Sports & Fitness office, Parent Central Services, or any of our Childcare facilities to pick up an application to volunteer.
9. What are the registration/sign-up dates for each sports season? i.e. Spring, Summer, Fall, & Winter.
Sports & Fitness Programs are available throughout the year during the Spring, Fall, and Winter months (we currently do not offer programs during the Summer months). The following is the typical registration and season schedule for each year:
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Season |
Registration Opens |
Season Duration |
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Spring |
February |
April - June |
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Fall |
June |
August - November |
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Winter |
November |
December - March |
10. What is the regular fee for a sports class?
Sports & Fitness Program rates vary based on classes and availability. A typical class could cost anywhere from $45 to $65. Please verify pricing at the time of registration.
