A Fun Way to Stay Fit
If you're looking for a new way to exercise, dive into water fitness! Whether you want a heart-pumping cardiovascular session or a full-body workout, aquatic exercise provides an effective alternative to traditional gym workouts. The natural resistance of water challenges your muscles while reducing the strain on your joints, making it ideal for injury prevention, rehabilitation, and overall wellness!
Anyone can take classes at the MetroWest YMCA. If you're not a member, join today and benefit from member pricing and other perks.
Fall 1 Session
September 8 - October 26
Member registration: Tuesday, August 12
Community registration: Tuesday, August 19
Masters Swimming
Open to adults 18 years and older, this competitive swimming team features practice workouts and drills. Participants must be able to complete a 500-yard swim and know the competitive strokes to join.
Water Aerobics
This class focuses on coordination, flexibility, endurance, and toning. Adaptable from beginners to experienced participants. Non-swimmers welcome!
45-minute and 55-minute class options available.
Ai Chi
Ai Chi is a water exercise class that involves a series of slow, broad movements of the arms and legs. It is designed to help manage pain, including back pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other orthopedic issues. This class is suitable for non-swimmers and provides a gentle, effective way to improve mobility and relieve discomfort.
Water Walking
Did you know that a half-hour of water walking is equal to two hours on land? In this class, participants will get a total body workout with less impact on joints and more resistance than land walking.
Low impact and advanced classes available.
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Become a Member
When you join the Y, you get more than just a gym and pool. You get a community of people who can support your goals. Member benefits include unlimited group exercise classes and 30-50% off programs like swim lessons, sports, fitness, adventure, and camp!
Financial Assistance
The Y believes that finances should not be an obstacle to healthy living. We are able to offer financial assistance to help cover the cost of membership and programs, thanks to generous donations to our Annual Campaign. Learn more about financial assistance options.