Swimming Lessons For All Swimming Lessons For All

Swimming Lessons For All

The YMCA of Greater Boston has embraced inclusivity by prioritizing registration for free swim lessons. The focus is on individuals who are beginners or non-swimmers and have not previously benefited from grant-funded lessons. By focusing on this group, the YMCA aims to bridge the gap for those who haven’t had the opportunity to access such vital training. Through this initiative, we are not only promoting water safety but also fostering an environment of equitable access to essential life skills, ensuring that everyone has the chance to learn and enjoy the lifesaving skill of swimming.
 
Swimming lessons save lives. You can help the Y provide more swim lessons for youth and adults by making a donation to the YMCA of Greater Boston. Help us teach everyone how to be safe around water.

Donate to the Y

 

How To Enroll

To enroll in our free swimming lessons, please complete the interest form below. This form will be used to create your user profile and allow a YMCA team member to register you for classes.

Participating YMCA centers include Charlestown YMCA, East Boston YMCA (Umana pool), Dorchester YMCA, Huntington Ave. YMCA, Oak Square YMCA, Parkway Community YMCA, Roxbury YMCA, Thomas M. Menino YMCA, and Wang YMCA of Chinatown.

Please note:

  • Registration is conducted on a first come, first serve basis
  • Due to popularity of certain classes and some of our classes filling up quickly, we cannot guarantee class availability
  • Community registration opens on June 16th, please hang tight until registration opens! If we are able to place you in your requested class, you will receive confirmation via email from one of our representatives between the weeks of June 16th – July 7th.
  • Click here to set up your account on our Community Portal!
  • Swim Lessons for All registrations must be completed by a YMCA of Greater Boston Staff Member. Please do not attempt to register yourself online for our Swim Lessons for All program

Deeply rooted in our community, it is the mission of the YMCA to make our programs affordable for all. Programs are available to all regardless of age, income, ability, race or religion. The demographic and personal information in this form is being collected as part of the grant requirements for reporting.
 

Swim Lessons For All Interest Form

 

Adult/Parent Name(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
Zip Code(Required)

Date of Birth(Required)
Child 1 Ethnicity(Required)
Select all that apply.
Learn more about swim levels using our swim lesson selector here.
Date of Birth
Child 2 Ethnicity
Select all that apply.
Learn more about swim levels using our swim lesson selector here.

Preferred Days for Swim Lessons(Required)
Please select any available or preferred days for your swim lessons.

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