Metro Esports Gaming & Tech Education

Esports is organized, competitive gaming that helps kids build teamwork, communication, strategy, and problem-solving skills. In a structured environment, gaming becomes an opportunity to learn, connect, build confidence, and explore interests in technology and digital creativity.

Free to YMCA members, Metro also offers a $10 “drop-in” day pass for non-members that includes everything in the facility for unlimited gaming. 

It pays to belong! This benefit of your YMCA membership unlocks access to a top-tier esports and gaming facility where anyone can explore over 50 games  across the latest and greatest consoles and industry-leading esports-grade PCs. It's a safe, supervised space that promotes healthy gaming habits, encourages social interactions, and sparks new friendships. Players earn ‘Metro Coins’ through active participation, challenges, and weekly events, which can be exchanged for exclusive prizes ranging from educational courses and gaming gear to merchandise and gift cards. With seasonal updates to games, activities, and rewards the excitement never fades, keeping the gaming experience fresh and rewarding.

Hours for each of our esports lounges are found on the Esports webpage LINK. Hours change seasonally and are found on the Metro Esports webpage, above. 

All programs, camps, and course registrations can be found available for registration at the links on this webpage. 

We provide the latest state-of-the-art gaming consoles and PCs, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.

● Equipment: All Metro PCs are equipped with industry-leading peripherals, including a
headset, keyboard, mouse, mousepad, headset stand, microphone, and webcam.
● Participants can sign in with their own game accounts on PCs or get automatically
logged into one of our Metro “house accounts,” available for all gaming titles. Personal
PSN, Xbox, or Nintendo accounts cannot be used on any consoles.
● Personal Items: Visitors may bring their own controllers or peripherals if preferred. Note
that Metro or the YMCA are not responsible for any damaged, lost, or stolen items.
 

Yes! Join us weekly for special member events, all included in your YMCA membership. Challenge yourself and others in unique tournaments, take part in exciting challenges, and engage in family-friendly activities that offer the chance to ascend the Metro leaderboards.
 

Yes! Metro offers daily events and tournaments across YMCA Fairless Hills, Doylestown, and Warminster.
 

Yes, any child over the age of 12 may play in the gaming lounge without an adult. Children ages 9-11 can be left in the lounge as long as there is a parent or guardian present in the YMCA. Anybody under 9 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. There will be Metro staff supervision at all times.
 

● Monitoring: Constant staff supervision and coaching ensure a safe environment. 
● Software and Hardware Safety: We utilize a combination of software and hardware for 24/7 in-game voice and text monitoring, weekly activity reports, and threat notifications for issues like online predators, bullying, hate speech, sexual content, and scams. 
● Background Checks: All staff have undergone Federal background checks, state background checks, and Child Abuse Clearances. 
● Health and Safety Protocols: Strict cleanliness standards and emergency procedures are in place. 
● Age Restrictions: Games are age-restricted based on the participant’s date of birth and the game’s rating. 
 

es! We offer birthday party packages starting at $289 for members for up to 15 kids (an additional $10 per extra kid). You’re welcome to bring your favorite party snacks and drinks and have an exciting party that will be remembered for years to come.

Fairless Hills esports parties

Doylestown esports parties

Warminster esports parties

The esports facility operates on a first-come, first-served basis during open member hours, and there is no option to book time in advance. 

Metro offers a variety of coding and game design workshops/classes through the YMCA. Our interactive courses and workshops offer a unique blend of education and social engagement.

Each program is designed to guide students through various game design, development, and business principles. Certified by STEM.org, these sessions establish a foundation in tech, fostering critical thinking and creativity. Experienced instructors empower students with skills crucial in the digital age, leaving each session with gained knowledge and an official certificate of completion. 
 

Esports can turn an interest in gaming into opportunities for learning, connection, competition, and personal growth.
● S.T.E.A.M Learning: Esports can introduce kids to technology, coding, game design, computer building, animation, graphic design, broadcasting, content creation, and other S.T.E.A.M.-related interests. Metro Esports programs give kids opportunities to explore these skills in engaging, hands-on ways.
● Teamwork & Social Connection: Organized esports encourages communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and sportsmanship. It also gives kids another way to be part of a team, make friends, and enjoy healthy competition.
● Career Opportunities: Esports is part of a growing global gaming and technology ecosystem with careers that extend far beyond professional gaming. Students can explore fields such as game development, broadcasting, marketing, event production, graphic design, technology, content creation, and more.
College Scholarships: More than 300 colleges and universities across North America have established esports programs, with some offering scholarships to competitive players.
● Skill Development: Structured esports can help kids practice strategy, communication, problem-solving, goal setting, adaptability, confidence, and teamwork—skills that can carry over into school, future careers, and everyday life.
 

Metro Sports & Entertainment Group is a digital sports and entertainment media company with a laser focus on leveraging the viral popularity of gaming and esports to attract, engage, and educate a broad and diverse community of gaming and technology enthusiasts; while also connecting the brands and organizations that are desperate to reach them. Metro Esports is
partnered with some of the world’s most notable brands, such as Dell, Microsoft, Corsair, and T-Mobile. Metro has built several esports and STEM centers in partnership with the River Crossing YMCA, including YMCA Doylestown, YMCA Warminster, YMCA Fairless Hills.

Two goals drive us: create access and build bridges. We create access by understanding how to engage all demographics within the gaming space, then leverage that knowledge to craft experiences that welcome them and cultivate their talents. We build bridges by harvesting those communities' passions for esports to introduce them to the power of careers in STEM. We then help them gain the skills needed to enter those fields.
 

We offer:
● Weekly events and programs, included in YMCA membership
● Open-access hours, included in YMCA membership
● Community Events, included in YMCA membership
● Classes (in-person and hybrid), courses, and workshops in Game Design, Game Development, and Game
Business
● Esports tournaments, competitive leagues, clubs, and teams
● Summer Camps, Day-Off School Camps, and seasonal camps
 

Any questions? Email us at metroesports@ymcarivercrossing.org
 

Feel free to check out Metro’s website for our currently open positions! While we might not be currently hiring, we are also always looking to add to our team of event staff with work on a case to case basis. You can visit https://nowhiring.com/metroesports/