(CANCELLED - THANKSGIVING WEEK) Fall 2024 Open Gyms - Southdale YMCA | Dodgeball

New to dodgeball? Curious to know what dodgeball is all about? Our open gym sessions are the best way to jump in and try out the sport for yourself!

These sessions provide an opportunity for players to drop in and try out dodgeball for a fee of $5. Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, our goal is to ensure that you have a fantastic and safe time.

Location: Southdale YMCA, 7355 York Ave S, Edina, MN
Parking: Feel free to park in either the front or back lot.
Check-in Process: Upon arrival, please stop by the front desk and inform them that you are there for dodgeball.
Getting Started: Once you've made your way to the gym, our Minnesota Dodgeball facilitators will be available to greet you. They will provide you with a wristband/assign you to a team.
First-time Participants: If this is your first time attending, we kindly request that you sign a general liability waiver and receive an introduction to the rules before joining the game on the court.

Operations:

• Court Size: Teams will be formed based on the number of participants present. Every week, we plan to have a dedicated court
  for our Women, Trans, and Nonbinary (WTNB) players, where we’ll run a mini-scrimmage just for them. A minimum of 6 players needed.
• Ball Type: We will be using 7-inch rubber balls no sting-balls or foam balls.
• Number of Balls: For No-Sting & Foam, each court will have a total of 7 balls in play.

General Rules (No-Sting & Foam):

• At the beginning of each match, 7 balls will be lined up on the court. To avoid injury, players may only run for the ball on their right side.
• Before throwing a ball, players must clear the attack line for the throw to be considered live.
• The objective of the game is to eliminate players on the opposing team by either hitting them with a dodgeball or catching their throw.
• Successful catches bring a player back into the game.
• Deflections are considered live.
• To retrieve balls, players should run through the back line to grab balls on the sidelines. If you're the last player remaining on your team, please refrain from retrieving balls.
• For additional rules, please visit the ruleset at minnesotadodgeball.com/rules.

We're excited to have you join us for these open gym sessions with Minnesota Dodgeball. Stay tuned for more updates and information on our website.