Swim Lessons

Overview

At the YMCA, we believe everyone should feel safe and confident in the water, at every age and stage. Our comprehensive swim lesson program offers something for everyone, from babies splashing with their parents to adults learning to swim for the first time.

Youth Swim Lessons

Offerings for parent/child, preschool, school-age children and pre-team swimmers.

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Adult Swim Lessons

Beginner-friendly and designed for teens and adults looking to learn or improve their swimming.

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Private/Semi-Private Swim Lessons

Individualized swim instruction offering private and semi-private lessons for active MV YMCA members only.

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Drop In Summer Fun

Flexible summer fun for kids age 3-10

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Active Living Center

Health and wellness for active older adults (age 65+)

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Child Care

Education, enrichment and care for infants through pre-teens

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Summer Camps

Create lasting memories at our day and overnight summer camps

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Jr. Celtics

Become a Jr. Celtic with our youth basketball league

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Youth Arts & Enrichment

Art, cooking & more for our littlest learners

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Open Family Swim

Splash, play, and connect

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Teen Training

Small group fitness sessions for teens

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Parent/Child Classes

Learn, play, and bond

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Y Abilities Programs

We provide a variety of adaptive programs and classes so individuals of all abilities can...

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CPR/AED & First Aid Training

We offer hands-on training that equips participants with the lifesaving skills needed to respond confidently...

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Pilates Reformer Studio

Change your mind and body at our BRAND NEW Pilates Reformer Studio at the A/NA...

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Youth Volleyball

Check out our youth volleyball programs at the Andover/North Andover and Lawrence branches.

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Youth Basketball

Check out our youth basketball offerings at our Andover/North Andover, Lawrence and Methuen branches.

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Group Exercise Classes

Inspiring classes for every age and ability

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Personal Training

Customized training built around your goals.

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Adelante

The Adelante program at the Lawrence Y provides academic support, mentorship, scholarship guidance, and community...

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Neuro-Power Program

This program is a special group of instructor-led classes designed for people with Parkinson’s disease...

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Pickleball

Small group classes for all skill levels plus open Pickleball time in the gym.

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LIVESTRONG

This free twelve-week program supports cancer survivors in rebuilding strength, confidence, and overall well-being.

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Swim Team

Hurricane Swimming is dedicated to creating an environment that strengthens the spirits, minds and bodies...

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Power Up

Power Up is a new health-promotion program designed to help children build lifelong healthy habits.

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Summer Connect

Summer programming for incoming 5th-9th graders including leadership training, field trips, swimming & more.

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Teen Achievers

A teen leadership program at the Lawrence Y that provides young people with the guidance...

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Yo Puedo

An academic support and enrichment program for 5th-9th graders

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Lifeguard & Instructor Training

Professional training that prepares participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to keep our community...

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