Esports

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

Janesville
5/26/25 - 7/3/25
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🎮 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: Thursdays 6-8pm 
Season runs for 6 weeks. May 26 – July 3

🕹️ Why join?

  • Team-based matches & solo showdowns

  • Positive gaming environment with YMCA values

  • 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 MemberCommunity Participant
4/11/25 6/9/25 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00$ 45.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/26/25 - 07/03/25
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Competitive Fortnite League (PC) - Summer 1

Janesville
5/26/25 - 7/3/25
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NRC Esports Competitive Fortnite Program (PC) 

Join the battle in the NRC Esports Competitive Fortnite Program, where gaming meets growth! Designed for youth ages 10-18, this program blends high-energy Fortnite competition with the YMCA’s core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring.

Players will engage in weekly practices for 2 hours. Whether you’re building for high ground or clutching a Victory Royale, you’ll learn more than just game mechanics. You’ll learn leadership, communication, and how to win—and lose—with integrity.

Practices will consist of various competitive game modes such as: Ranked Reload, Ranked Battle Royale, In-game Cash Cups, and creative maps such as piece control, rocket wars, etc.

Coach Brad’s goal is to find players who are interested in competing for their schools in the Winter WIHSEA season ( WI High School and Middle School League)

No matter your rank, this is where passion meets potential. Build. Battle. Belong.

Times/Date:    Tuesdays: 6-8pm

May 26th – July 3rd (6 Weeks)

More Info: 

Players can bring there own controllers or keyboard or mouse, but the lab has all equipment provided. Practices will be held at the Janesville YMCA, Esports Lab.  Any questions can be emailed to: [email protected]


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
4/10/25 6/9/25 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00$ 45.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/26/25 - 07/03/25
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Junior Minecraft - Summer 1

Janesville
5/27/25 - 7/3/25
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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 MemberCommunity Participant
3/27/25 6/9/25 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00$ 45.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/27/25 - 07/03/25
11 / 12 Available Register  
Closes
06/10/2025

Minecraft Mondays - Spring 2025

Janesville
3/10/25 - 5/9/25
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Description: 

There is no better game to expand a person’s creativity than Minecraft. Join us on Minecraft Mondays where we’ll build, explore, survive, and learn Minecraft Java Edition on our PC’s!

Expect us to play in creative, survival, and for those who dare, maybe even hardcore. We will be playing with mouse and keyboard, so if your computer skills are not the best, this is where they will improve. Participants will be encouraged to work together, build new creations, and continuously problem solve to survive the endless game of Minecraft.

Dates/Time: 

March 10 – May 5

Every Monday 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Cost: 

$40 Member, $60 Community Participant

 

For any questions or concerns email: [email protected]


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/10/25 - 05/09/25
- Registration
Closed

Summer Crunch Labs Class

Janesville
6/9/25 - 6/30/25
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4 Weeks, 4 Projects!

Have you heard of Crunch Lab Boxes? How about the Youtuber Mark Rober?

If not, I recommend checking out these links to give you a sense if your child would enjoy these activities and type of content.

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.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
3/14/25 6/16/25 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00$ 55.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/09/25 - 06/30/25
Mo - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
06/09/25 - 06/30/25
We - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  

Youth Minecraft - Summer 1

Janesville
5/26/25 - 7/3/25
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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: 10-13

Thursdays 4pm – 5:30pm 

May 26th – July 3 (6 Weeks)

Got questions? Email: [email protected]


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
3/27/25 6/9/25 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00$ 45.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/26/25 - 07/03/25
12 / 12 Available Register  
Closes
06/09/2025