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Esports
Here to register for Esports? Great, you’re in the right place.
Video games may not be a physical sport like soccer or baseball, but they still contain plenty of competition and intensity, so we call them Esports.
Think your child gets too much screen time at home? Have them come share that screen time with friends here at the YMCA. Our Esports space is open to the sweatiest of try-hards, and to those just looking for a casual gaming sesh. Expect to improve your skills, and have a great time.
Listed below are all of our Esport programs and their descriptions. Check them out and maybe you’ll find one for you!
Casual Fortnite League (PC) Summer 1
🎮 YMCA Casual Fortnite League 🏆
Drop in, squad up, and build your legacy!
Join the YMCA’s Casual Fortnite League, where fun comes first and victory royales are just a bonus! Whether you’re new to the island or a seasoned builder, this league is all about community, friendly competition, and improving your skills in a supportive, judgment-free zone.
👥 Who can join?
Ages 8–18 | All skill levels welcome!
🗓️ When?
Weekly sessions: Tuesdays 4 – 5:30pm
Season runs for 6 weeks. May 26 – July 3
🕹️ Why join?
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Team-based matches & solo showdowns
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Positive gaming environment with YMCA values
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Lots of laughter and creative mode fun nights!
Whether you’re cranking 90s or just figuring out how to build a wall, the YMCA Casual Fortnite League is your place to level up, make new friends, and game with purpose.
🎯 No toxic behavior, just good vibes.
Sign up now and drop in with us!
More Info: Players are welcome to bring their own controllers or mouse and keyboard (at their own risk), but all equipment is provided in the Esports Lab. Practices will be held at the Janesville YMCA, 2nd floor.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 4/11/25 | 6/9/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 45.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/26/25 - 07/03/25
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Register |
Junior Minecraft - Summer 1
Does your child have an interest in Minecraft? Bring them to your local YMCA and have them explore there creativity in our Esports Lab!
Minecraft is a sandbox game filled with creativity, exploration, and when you play with friends, socializing. In this camp your child will be able to play Java or Bedrock Edition of Minecraft with peers there age. We welcome casual builders, first time players, experienced survivors, and all skill types at this camp.
Kids can use controllers on Bedrock Edition, or mouse and keyboard controls on Java Edition.
Ages: 6-9
Tuesday 4pm – 5:30pm
May 26th – July 3 (6 Weeks)
Got questions? Email: [email protected]
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 3/27/25 | 6/9/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 45.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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05/27/25 - 07/03/25
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7 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 06/10/2025 |
Kart & K.O. - Summer 2
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Weekly Gameplay Sessions with coaching, tips, and fun challenges
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Super Smash Battles to build strategy, reflexes, and teamwork
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Mario Kart Races that test speed, focus, and good sportsmanship
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Mini Tournaments for bragging rights!
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A focus on positive play, digital citizenship, and having fun!
Dates/Times: Mondays 3:30pm – 5pm
Location: Janesville YMCA, 2nd Floor, Conference Room near JP Cullen Gymnasium
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 5/30/25 | 5/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 20.00 | $ 30.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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07/07/25 - 08/25/25
Kart & K.O.
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Registration Closed |
Rank Up (Variety Esports Practice) - Summer 2
Welcome to our new Summer Esports program called Rank Up!
Description:
Rank Up is for those whom play an Esport competitively and enjoy the grind of getting better. This program is geared towards middle school to high school students who are interested or already involved in Esports. Our Esports staff aims to create an engaging, respectful, focused, and exciting space for all players.
NEW PLAYERS ARE WELCOME!
Players will meet twice a week for 8 weeks, set goals on improvement, participate in scrimmages, tournaments, and of course increasing their rank in desired games.
Games available to practice and receive coaching for:
- Valorant (premier team potential)
- Rocket League
- Overwatch
- Fortnite
- League of Legends
- Marvel Rivals
- Mario Kart
- Super Smash Bros.
Coaches/Manger:
Rocket League: Zach Herin (Champion level)
Valorant: Bradley Onsgard (Washed Immortal II, and former Collegiate Player)
Janesville Highschool Esports Manger: Lucas Nehls
Cost:
Members: $35.00 – Community Participants: $45.00
Dates/Time:
July 7 – August 29 (8 Weeks)
Tuesdays 6:00pm – 7:30pm & Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:30pm
More Info:
Location: Janesville YMCA, 2nd Floor, Esports Tech Lab
Players are allowed to bring their own peripherals/controllers at their own risk.
Any questions email: [email protected]
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 5/15/25 | 5/16/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 45.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/07/25 - 08/06/25
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Registration Closed |
Roblox Explorers Club - Summer 2
Date/Time: July 7 – August 29 (8 Weeks)
Thursdays 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 5/22/25 | 7/21/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 30.00 | $ 45.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/07/25 - 08/29/25
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Register Closes 07/21/2025 |
Summer Crunch Labs Class
CrunchLabs at the YMCA: Think Like an Engineer!
Get ready to ignite your child’s curiosity with our CrunchLabs program at the Janesville YMCA! Inspired by former NASA engineer and YouTube sensation Mark Rober, CrunchLabs offers hands-on STEM experiences that encourage kids to think, build, and innovate like real engineers
https://www.youtube.com/@CrunchLabs
https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRober
In this class we will be assembling a new Crunch Labs project together each week. We will meet in the Esports Lab, build in a conference room with plenty of table space, and then test them in the gymnasium. Participants will get to take home the projects/boxes (completed or not).
Brad Onsgard our Esports Coordinator will be leading the class, and assisting throughout the build.
Class 1: Mondays 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Class 2: Wednesdays 4:00pm – 5:30pm
June 9 – June 30
Email any questions regarding the class to: [email protected]
Mon. & Wed. classes are likely to have repeating projects, so do not register for both.