SWIMMING LESSONS SWIMMING LESSONS

SWIMMING LESSONS

Explore all the swimming lesson options the Y has to offer. There are options for everyone from Parent & Child, Preschool, Youth and Private Swim lessons. When there’s the Y, there’s a way to become a better swimmer.

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INDOOR POOL SWIMMING INDOOR POOL SWIMMING

INDOOR POOL SWIMMING

Our indoor pools and the Waltham Outdoor Pool are now open with convenient hours for all YMCA members.

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SWIMMING LESSONS

Explore all the swimming lesson options the Y has to offer. There are options for everyone from Parent & Child, Preschool, Youth and Private Swim lessons. When there’s the Y, there’s a way to become a better swimmer.

 + Book Learn More

INDOOR POOL SWIMMING

Our indoor pools and the Waltham Outdoor Pool are now open with convenient hours for all YMCA members.

 Learn More
SWIM TEAM & MASTERS SWIMMING SWIM TEAM & MASTERS SWIMMING

SWIM TEAM & MASTERS SWIMMING

Swim Teams are a great way to practice and hone your swimming skills in a competitive environment. The Y offers swim teams at several branch locations. When there’s the Y, there’s a way for swimmers of all ages to compete.

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WATER FITNESS WATER FITNESS

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! When there’s a Y, there’s a way to have fun while staying fit.

Learn More

SWIM TEAM & MASTERS SWIMMING

Swim Teams are a great way to practice and hone your swimming skills in a competitive environment. The Y offers swim teams at several branch locations. When there’s the Y, there’s a way for swimmers of all ages to compete.

 Learn More

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! When there’s a Y, there’s a way to have fun while staying fit.

 Learn More

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Group Exercise
+ Book Weekly Schedule

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
+ Book Weekly Schedule

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

Swimming Lessons
Weekly Schedule
Locations
Adult Beginner
5-10 weeks

Swimmers focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.

Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Adult Intermediate
5-10 weeks

Swimmers learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance. Rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action are introduced.

Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Basketball Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks

This class teaches youth the fundamentals of basketball including ball control, dribbling, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Oak Square
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Gymnastics
5-10 weeks

Learn basic gymnastics skills like forward rolls, handstands and cartwheels. Flexibility and proper stretching techniques will be taught.

Oak Square
+ Book
Jr. Celtics Y Madness League
7 Weeks

The YMCA of Greater Boston along with 17-time World Champion Boston Celtics have partnered to put together a fun youth basketball tournament taking place over the span of 7 weeks at four regional YMCA branches for children ages 5-13. Participants will experience structured gameplay and competitive format teaching teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
East Boston
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Parent/Child Stage A and B: Water Discovery and Exploration
5-10 weeks

In Stage A, the parent/guardian is introduced to working with their infant or toddler in the aquatic environment. In Stage B, the parent/guardian works with their child to learn the fundamentals of safety and swimming skills.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
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
+ Book
Preschool Basketball
5-10 weeks

This class helps children develop fundamental skills and incorporates teamwork through instructional play.

Dorchester
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Preschool Soccer
5-10 weeks

This class will teach the fundamentals of soccer. Classes will focus on improving the players’ ball control skills, learning game rules and teamwork, and then playing a game.

North Suburban
+ Book
Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks

In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks

In Stage 2, the child works to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks

In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks

In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.

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

Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Rock Climbing

This class teaches the basics of climbing and bouldering on our indoor rock wall. You will learn to conquer your fears and improve self-confidence, all while getting exercise and learning to trust yourself and those around you.

Oak Square
+ Book
Soccer Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks

This class teaches youth the fundamentals of soccer including ball control skill, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
East Boston
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Sports Sampler
5-10 weeks

Introduces youth to sports at the Y while fostering the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and good sportsmanship. This engaging program focuses on the skills and drills essential to learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports including basketball, baseball/t-ball, floor hockey, and soccer while having fun.

Burbank
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
T-Ball Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks

This class teaches youth the fundamentals of T-Ball including fielding, throwing, swing form and hitting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Tumbling Tots
5-10 weeks

Develop climbing, balance, and agility and coordination class in this physical play class.

Oak Square
+ Book
Y-Fit Kids
5-10 weeks

Gain an understanding of and experience what being physically and mentally fit is all about. Kids will sample many different sports, group exercise classes, body weight exercises, yoga, safety around water, cardio equipment, nutrition information and more!

Burbank
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Youth Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks

In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.

Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Youth Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks

In Stage 2, the child work to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks

In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks

In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 5: Stroke Development
5-10 weeks

In Stage 5, students work on integrating arm and leg actions for the breaststroke and butterfly strokes, and refine swim stroke skills and techniques for all other swim strokes.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics
5-10 weeks

In Stage 6, students work on refining swim stroke technique for all major competitive strokes and building stamina to perform each stroke for greater distances. Students are introduced to the concept of, competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.

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

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

Swimming Lessons
Weekly Schedule
Locations
Adult Beginner
5-10 weeks

Swimmers focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.

Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Adult Intermediate
5-10 weeks

Swimmers learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance. Rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action are introduced.

Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Basketball Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks

This class teaches youth the fundamentals of basketball including ball control, dribbling, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Oak Square
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Gymnastics
5-10 weeks

Learn basic gymnastics skills like forward rolls, handstands and cartwheels. Flexibility and proper stretching techniques will be taught.

Oak Square
+ Book
Jr. Celtics Y Madness League
7 Weeks

The YMCA of Greater Boston along with 17-time World Champion Boston Celtics have partnered to put together a fun youth basketball tournament taking place over the span of 7 weeks at four regional YMCA branches for children ages 5-13. Participants will experience structured gameplay and competitive format teaching teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
East Boston
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Parent/Child Stage A and B: Water Discovery and Exploration
5-10 weeks

In Stage A, the parent/guardian is introduced to working with their infant or toddler in the aquatic environment. In Stage B, the parent/guardian works with their child to learn the fundamentals of safety and swimming skills.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
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
+ Book
Preschool Basketball
5-10 weeks

This class helps children develop fundamental skills and incorporates teamwork through instructional play.

Dorchester
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Preschool Soccer
5-10 weeks

This class will teach the fundamentals of soccer. Classes will focus on improving the players’ ball control skills, learning game rules and teamwork, and then playing a game.

North Suburban
+ Book
Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks

In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks

In Stage 2, the child works to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks

In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks

In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.

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

Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Rock Climbing

This class teaches the basics of climbing and bouldering on our indoor rock wall. You will learn to conquer your fears and improve self-confidence, all while getting exercise and learning to trust yourself and those around you.

Oak Square
+ Book
Soccer Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks

This class teaches youth the fundamentals of soccer including ball control skill, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
East Boston
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Sports Sampler
5-10 weeks

Introduces youth to sports at the Y while fostering the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and good sportsmanship. This engaging program focuses on the skills and drills essential to learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports including basketball, baseball/t-ball, floor hockey, and soccer while having fun.

Burbank
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
T-Ball Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks

This class teaches youth the fundamentals of T-Ball including fielding, throwing, swing form and hitting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Tumbling Tots
5-10 weeks

Develop climbing, balance, and agility and coordination class in this physical play class.

Oak Square
+ Book
Y-Fit Kids
5-10 weeks

Gain an understanding of and experience what being physically and mentally fit is all about. Kids will sample many different sports, group exercise classes, body weight exercises, yoga, safety around water, cardio equipment, nutrition information and more!

Burbank
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Youth Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks

In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.

Charles River
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Youth Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks

In Stage 2, the child work to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks

In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks

In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 5: Stroke Development
5-10 weeks

In Stage 5, students work on integrating arm and leg actions for the breaststroke and butterfly strokes, and refine swim stroke skills and techniques for all other swim strokes.

Burbank
+ Book
Charles River
+ Book
Charlestown
+ Book
Dorchester
+ Book
Huntington
+ Book
North Suburban
+ Book
Oak Square
+ Book
Parkway Community
+ Book
Roxbury
+ Book
Thomas M. Menino
+ Book
Waltham
+ Book
Wang
+ Book
Youth Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics
5-10 weeks

In Stage 6, students work on refining swim stroke technique for all major competitive strokes and building stamina to perform each stroke for greater distances. Students are introduced to the concept of, competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.

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