Charles River YMCA Charles River YMCA

Charles River YMCA

380 Chestnut Street
Needham, MA 02492
781-444-6400
CharlesRiverY@ymcaboston.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
MON – THU: 5:30am-9:00pm
FRI: 5:30am-8:00pm
SAT – SUN: 7:00am-5:00pm

863 Great Plain Ave
Needham, MA 02492
781-444-6400
HOURS OF OPERATION:
MON – FRI: 5:30am-9:00pm
SAT – SUN: 7:00am-6:00pm

AMENITIES – CHESTNUT ST

  • Full Wellness Facility: cardio and strength machines, free weight and functional training areas
  • Personal Training
  • Large Group Exercise Studio
  • Child Watch Services
  • Locker Rooms
  • Free Family Events

AMENITIES – Great Plain Ave

  • Swimming Pool: swim lessons, lap swim, water fitness, lifeguard certification
  • Dry Sauna
  • Locker Rooms
  • Mind/Body Studio
  • Group Cycle Studio
  • Preschool Summer Camp
  • Preschool and Youth Sports
  • Free Family Events

Careers at the Charles River YMCA

Explore job opportunities at the Charles River YMCA
 
Charles River Jobs

Child Watch at Charles River YMCA

Child Watch is a value added program (no additional charge!) for those with a Family Membership. It is drop-in and geared for younger children; we accommodate children up to 9 years old.

Current Hours:

  • Mon & Wed: 8:30-11:00 AM & 5:00-7:00 PM
  • Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30-11:00 AM
  • Sat: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Sun: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Full Child Watch Schedule


Child Watch at Charles River YMCA

Child Watch is a value added program (no additional charge!) for those with a Family Membership. It is drop-in and geared for younger children; we accommodate children up to 9 years old.

Current Hours:

  • Mon & Wed: 8:30-11:00 AM & 5:00-7:00 PM
  • Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30-11:00 AM
  • Sat: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Sun: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Full Child Watch Schedule


Child Watch at Charles River YMCA

Child Watch is a value added program (no additional charge!) for those with a Family Membership. It is drop-in and geared for younger children; we accommodate children up to 9 years old.

Current Hours:

  • Mon & Wed: 8:30-11:00 AM & 5:00-7:00 PM
  • Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30-11:00 AM
  • Sat: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Sun: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Full Child Watch Schedule


Celebrate With Us!

Kids Gym Parties (Ages 1-6) & Pool Parties (Ages 6+)
Member Rate $375
Non-Member Rate $475
For more information please reach out to Kathleen at kryan@ymcaboston.org or see our Birthday information below:
 
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Celebrate With Us!

Kids Gym Parties (Ages 1-6) & Pool Parties (Ages 6+)
Member Rate $375
Non-Member Rate $475
For more information please reach out to Kathleen at kryan@ymcaboston.org or see our Birthday information below:
 
Learn More


Celebrate With Us!

Kids Gym Parties (Ages 1-6) & Pool Parties (Ages 6+)
Member Rate $375
Non-Member Rate $475
For more information please reach out to Kathleen at kryan@ymcaboston.org or see our Birthday information below:
 
Learn More


Staff

Paula Jacobson
Executive Director
PJacobson@ymcaboston.org
781-465-2584

Doug Wallace
Senior Director
DWallace@ymcaboston.org
781-465-2585

Kathleen Ryan
Membership Director - Family Programs
KRyan@ymcaboston.org
781-675-3174

Christopher Marten
Assoc. Aquatics Director,
CMarten@ymcaboston.org
781-675-3171

Janine Schultze
Adaptive Swim Coordinator
JSchultze@ymcaboston.org

Jaehmar Paul
Sports Director
JPaul@ymcaboston.org
781-429-3079

Katie McCraven
Healthy Living Director
KMcCraven@ymcaboston.org
781-675-3175

Evan Bogan
Camp/Afterschool Director
EBogan@ymcaboston.org
617-735-6591

Andrey Levkovich
Facilities Director
ALevkovich@ymcaboston.org
617-675-3173

General Inquiries

CharlesRiverY@ymcaboston.org
781-444-6400

Community

Charles River Advisory Board
Advisory Board Members
 
JOB AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
For job and volunteer opportunities at the Charles River YMCA please contact us at CharlesRiverY@ymcaboston.org or visit our Volunteer and Careers pages.

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GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Group Exercise

Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.

WATER FITNESS

Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!

Programs
Locations
Adult Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.

Parkway Community
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Group Exercise

Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.

WATER FITNESS

Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!

Programs
Locations
Adult Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.

Parkway Community
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang