It All Starts Here
2026 marks the 175th anniversary of America’s First Y—the YMCA of Greater Boston. For 175 years, the Y has been where community begins, connections grow, and people of all ages find support, purpose, and belonging.
Whether you’re ready to take your first group exercise class, enroll your child in camp or swim lessons, or simply find a place to belong, we are here. At the place where it all started.
Join us as we celebrate 175 years of welcoming, belonging, community, and connection—and the future we’re building together.
The YMCA of Greater Boston – it all starts here.
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ONE Y, 13 LOCATIONS
YOUTH SPORTS
SWIM LESSONS
FAMILY SWIM
FAMILY GYM
Youth and Family Fitness
Fun Family Play & Movement
CHILD watch
EARLY EDUCATION
SPORTS LEAGUES
Before/After School Programs
MONTHLY FAMILY ACTIVITIES
DAY & OVERNIGHT CAMPS
And remember, when you join the Y, you aren’t just doing something good for your family, you’re also doing something great for our community. Together, we are building bright futures, ending hunger, improving community health, eliminating barriers to family economic stability and delivering equity for all. That’s meaningful membership.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
