Youth Athletics

For more information, contact our Fitness Director, Matt Thompson at (413) 583-2072 ext. 123.

 For information on financial assistance, please visit: https://ludlowbgc.org/information/scholarships/

Program Cancellation Policy:

• We understand that circumstances may arise when a participant may need to cancel their registration. In order to be eligible for a refund, cancellation must be requested in writing (letter or email) at least two weeks prior to the start of the program/event. Late cancellations will not be eligible for a refund. All refunds are provided in the form of account credit.
• If the Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys & Girls Club cancels or reschedules a program and registrant(s) are therefore unable to attend, a refund will be provided for those registrants.
• Successful registration is dependent on all household accounts being in good standing with the Club. If there is an outstanding balance or matter related to your account, your registration may not be valid. Please contact the Club’s Finance department with any questions or concerns.

Lions Basketball Competitive Preseason Clinic

Shake off the rust and gear up for the 2024-25 Basketball tryouts! This dynamic program includes small-sided games and various stations designed to prepare players for the youth basketball tryouts. Participants will have the chance to master advanced skills and pick up new drills for practice at home. The program is exclusively available to Ludlow residents and is designed for experienced basketball players. Spaces are limited, so act fast! Coach Zimmer, the Head Coach of the Ludlow High School Boys Basketball team, will be the lead instructor. Entering his 8th season with Ludlow High, Coach Zimmer has led two teams to state playoffs and boasts a top 10 ranking in all-time wins and the second-highest winning percentage at the school. Additional high school coaches will join him, ensuring a low coach-to-player ratio for optimal instruction.

Ages: 5th - 8th Grade

Registration Begins: Register Here!

Program Date: Wednesdays, September 4 - September 25

Times: 5th/6th - 6:00pm | 7th/8th - 7:00pm

Cost: $75.00 per individual

Cross Country 2024

Join us for our cross country style running program. The Ludlow Boys & Girls Club will be offering this program as a four-week long program, every Wednesday from 5:30pm until 6:30pm. Kids will have fun running different trails and routes, participating in games, and having races. Participants will need to bring running shoes, water, and bugspray.

Ages: Grades 2-8

Registration Begins: Register Here!

Program Date: September 18th - October 9th

Times: Wednesdays, 5:30p-6:30pm

Cost: $60

Youth Basketball 2024/2025 (Grades 3rd-8th)

Join the Ludlow Lions for another season of Youth Basketball!

Registration will take place earlier than usual this year. Evaluations will occur prior to the start of the season to determine the level best suited for each player. Participation includes team uniforms. Practices can begin in November (Games TBD) and will take place at the Club and in neighboring facilities.

Ages: Grades 3-8

Registration: Register Here!

Program Date: 

Boys Tryouts:

September 29th (LBGC) - 9:00am (3rd/4th), 10:30am (5th/6th), 12pm (7th/8th)

September 30th (LHS) - 5:30pm (5th/6th), 7:00pm (7th/8th)

October 1st (LBGC) - 5:30pm (3rd/4th)

Girls Tryouts:

October 2nd (LBGC) - 6pm (3rd/4th)

October 3rd (LBGC) - 5:30pm (5th/6th), 7:00pm (7th/8th)

Practices: November

Games: TBD

Times: Sun-Sat, team dependent

Cost: 
Recreation: $150 for Residents, $155 Non-Residents
CYO/Suburban: $160 for Residents, $165 for Non-Residents
*Each player will be charged the Recreation rate at time of registration. Once evaluations occur, those on CYO & Suburban will be billed the additional fees.

Youth Pickleball Clinic

Come take part in the first ever youth pickleball clinic offered at the Ludlow BGC. We have partnered up with EDGE Pickleball to offer a 5-week clinic for youth ages 12-17. Balls, paddles, and nets will be provided!

Ages: 12-17 years old

Registration Begins: Registration Closed

Program Date: July 11 - August 8

Times: Thursdays, 5:00p-6:00pm

Cost: $70

Intro to Soccer (Fall 2024)

The Ludlow BGC will be offering children ages 3-5 the opportunity to get a head start on learning the foundations of soccer. Intro to Soccer is a program designed to teach children and their parents the basic skills of soccer. Space is limited!

Ages: 3-5 years old

Registration Begins: Registration Closed

Program Date: August 27 - September 17

Times: Tuesdays, 5:00p-5:45pm

Cost: $60

Tee Ball | Coach Pitch 2024

Join us for another season of Tee Ball & Coach Pitch. The program will take place at the back field of the Ludlow BGC. Each child will be placed on a team, where they will participate in practices as well as games against other teams. The season will start late-April (weather permitting) and end mid-June. Practices/Games will be an hour, but days/times will vary based on team. Please let us know if you are interested in coaching!

Ages: 5-6 (Tee Ball) | 7-8 (Coach Pitch)

Registration Begins: Registration Closed

Program Date: late-April to mid-June

Times: Monday-Thursday | 5-7pm (Times/Days will vary per team)

Cost: $95

Youth Volleyball 2024

 Join us for our 5-week volleyball program, focusing on the basics of volleyball, gameplay, and fun! Program will take place in the LBGC gymnasium. Extra volleyballs will be available, but if you have your own we encourage you to bring it!

Ages: Grade 2nd - 8th

Registration Begins: Registration Closed

Program Date: March 20th - April 17th 

Times: Wednesdays: 5:30-6:15pm (2nd-4th) & 6:15-7:15pm (5th-8th)

Cost: $60

Summer Running Program

Join us for this year's Summer Running Program for grades 2nd - 8th. Similar to our track and field program, participants will take part in drills, games, running form exercises, mock events, and more!

Ages: 2nd - 8th Grade

Registration Begins: Registration Closed

Program Date: July 10 - August 7

Times: Wednesdays, 5:30p-6:30pm

Cost: $65