Financial Assistance
At the Old Town Orono YMCA, we believe everyone should have access to our programs and services. Thanks to the generous donors in our community, our financial assistance program ensures that cost is not a barrier. Whether you’re interested in memberships, child care, or other programs, we’re here to support you and your family.
Youth Sports
Where kids of all ages and skill levels can learn, play, and grow. Our youth sports programs focus on developing fundamental skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a fun and supportive environment. From t-ball, soccer, basketball, and football to tennis and martial arts, and there’s something for every young athlete. Experienced coaches guide and inspire children, helping them build confidence and a lifelong love for sports. Different sports programs are offered based on the season and may vary by location, ensuring a variety of activities year-round.
RECREATIONAL CLASSES & PROGRAMS
Parent & Me Programs
Bond, play, and grow together in our Parent & Me programs! From Swim Lessons to Toddler Exploration Stations, there’s something for everyone! Designed for little ones and their caregivers, these programs offer fun, engaging activities that support early development, movement, and socialization—all in a welcoming environment. Join us for a special time of learning and connection!
COMPETITIVE TEAMS
CANOE CITY SWIM CLUB
The Canoe City Swim Club is our year-round competitive swim team. Our program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal development while working with athletes to improve stroke mechanics, endurance, race strategy, and confidence in and out of the pool. From young swimmers curious about the sport to high school-aged athletes looking to compete in college and beyond, we are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where all children reach their full potential in the water and in our community.
Our team offers eight unique training groups, allowing our experienced and dedicated Coaching Staff to foster positive relationships among peers while creating developmentally appropriate practices tailored to the individual goals of our athletes at all levels, and provides opportunities to participate in YMCA and USA Swimming meets across Maine and New England throughout the year.
MAINE FURY BASKETBALL
Maine Fury, the Old Town – Orono’s AAU Basketball program, is dedicated to providing a safe environment that fostering players’ skill development, teamwork, and leadership while promoting the values of sportsmanship, discipline, and hard work. Our passionate and dedicated Coaching Staff is committed to building fierce competitors and respectful teammates with the skills needed to persevere in athletics and in life.
FALL BASKETBALL TRYOUTS (3rd – 12th Grade): Saturday, August 16
Interested in joining the Maine Fury family? Contact our Coaching Staff at MaineFury@otoymca.org
OLD TOWN FOOTBALL
Old Town Football is the Old Town – Orono YMCA’s contact football team, open to 3rd to 6th Grade athletes from any town in our service area! Our team competes in the Northern Maine Football League with three practices each week at Old Town High School’s practice football field.
2025 SEASON INFORMATION
SEASON DATES: August 11 – November 2, 2025
PRACTICE SCHEDULE: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 5 PM – 7 PM
GAMES: Sundays – 3/4 Team kickoff at 12 PM, 5/6 Team kickoff at 2 PM
Have questions about joining the Old Town Football family? Contact our Youth Sports & Fitness Director, Chris Wesley, at Chris.Wesley@otoymca.org
OTO CHEER
As the Old Town – Orono YMCA’s premier football and competition cheer program, OTO Cheer offers young athletes the chance to get active and have fun while learning the fundamentals of cheerleading, building their confidence on and off the mat, and developing critical leadership and communication skills. Our dedicated coaches are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for cheerleaders of all ages and skill levels to build strong and trusting relationships with their teammates, develop new skills, and soar to new heights.
HIGH TRAVEL TRYOUTS: September 21, 2025 (SIGN UP FOR TRYOUTS HERE!)
ALL AGES • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
MANDATORY PARENT MEETING • 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
REC TEAM PLACEMENTS: October 19, 2025 (SIGN UP FOR REC PLACEMENT HERE!)
PRE-K – FIRST GRADE • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
SECOND & THIRD GRADE • 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
FOURTH & FIFTH GRADE • 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
SIXTH – EIGTH GRADE • 1:45 PM – 2:45 P
MANDATORY PARENT MEETING* • 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
OTO GYMNASTICS
OTO Gymnastics is the Old Town – Orono YMCA’s year-round competitive girls gymnastics team, offering USAG Levels 3-10 and EXCEL competitive opportunities. Our program emphasizes athlete safety and development with a focus on quality competitive training, commitment, team-building, and fun. We believe in meeting each athlete where they’re at and supporting them in the continued pursuit of their goals.
Interested in joining our OTO Gymnastics family? Contact our Coaching Staff at otogymnastics@otoymca.org
AAU BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
Our AAU Baseball program, formerly known as Maine Fury Baseball, is thrilled to begin a new chapter with Swing City Connecxion! This exciting new partnership will allow us to grow our programming and services while continuing to provide a safe environment that fosters players’ skill development, teamwork, and leadership while promoting the values of sportsmanship, discipline, and hard work. Led by passionate and dedicated coaches, we remain committed to building fierce competitors and respectful teammates with the skills needed to persevere in athletics and in life.
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