When browsing, remember that you can filter offerings based on location, program area, day of the week, dates, and even age of participant! We encourage you to use the search function if you're looking for something more specific. If you do not see any programs, we are likely in the middle of a session. Please review our session schedule to see all upcoming sessions and registration dates.

A-B/Water Discovery & Exploration

For infants/toddlers and children up to 3 years old.  Adults accompany children in the water as their own instructors with guidance from an instruc...More

For infants/toddlers and children up to 3 years old.  Adults accompany children in the water as their own instructors with guidance from an instructor in the water. Children are introduced to the aquatic environment through exploration and are encouraged to enjoy themselves while learning about the water.  More experienced children will explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

Less
Swim Starters: Stages A/B - Adult & Child - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/21/2025 to 8/11/2025

Mon

3:35 PM to 4:05 PM

6m to 3y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Starters: Stages A/B - Adult & Child - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/25/2025 to 8/15/2025

Fri

4:00 PM to 4:30 PM

6m to 3y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Starters: Stages A/B - Adult & Child - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/26/2025 to 8/16/2025

Sat

9:00 AM to 9:30 AM

6m to 3y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


1/Water Acclimation: Preschool

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.  This stage lays the fo...More

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.  This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student's future progress in swimming.

Less
Swim Basics: Stage 1 - Preschool - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/21/2025 to 8/11/2025

Mon

4:10 PM to 4:40 PM

3y to 6y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stage 1 - Preschool - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/23/2025 to 8/13/2025

Wed

3:35 PM to 4:05 PM

3y to 6y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stage 1 - Preschool - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/26/2025 to 8/16/2025

Sat

9:35 AM to 10:05 AM

3y to 6y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


1/Water Acclimation: School Age

For children aged 6+. Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. T...More

For children aged 6+. Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student's future progress in swimming.

Less
Swim Basics: Stage 1 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/22/2025 to 8/12/2025

Tue

3:35 PM to 4:05 PM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stage 1 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/23/2025 to 8/13/2025

Wed

4:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stage 1 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/24/2025 to 8/14/2025

Thu

3:35 PM to 4:05 PM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Wait List
Swim Basics: Stage 1 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/26/2025 to 8/16/2025

Sat

10:45 AM to 11:15 AM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Preschool Stages 1-3

For children aged 3-6 with little to some experience in the water but not yet able to swim the full length of the pool on their own without flotati...More

For children aged 3-6 with little to some experience in the water but not yet able to swim the full length of the pool on their own without flotation.  Instructors assist children in the pool while they develop comfort with underwater exploration and basic safety skills as well as basic swimming skills like body positions, breath control, and basic movement through the water using the swim-float-swim skillset when they are ready.

Less
Swim Basics: Stages 1-2 - Preschool - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/25/2025 to 8/15/2025

Fri

4:35 PM to 5:05 PM

3y to 6y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stages 2-3 - Preschool - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/21/2025 to 8/11/2025

Mon

4:45 PM to 5:15 PM

3y to 6y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stages 2-3 - Preschool - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/23/2025 to 8/13/2025

Wed

4:10 PM to 4:40 PM

3y to 6y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stages 2-3 - Preschool - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/26/2025 to 8/16/2025

Sat

10:10 AM to 10:40 AM

3y to 6y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


School Age Stages 1-3

For children 5+ with little to some experience in the water but not yet able to swim the full length of the pool on their own without flotation.  I...More

For children 5+ with little to some experience in the water but not yet able to swim the full length of the pool on their own without flotation.  Instructors assist children in the pool while they develop comfort with underwater exploration and basic safety skills as well as basic swimming skills like body positions, breath control, and basic movement through the water using the swim-float-swim skillset when they are ready.

Less
Swim Basics: Stages 2-3 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/24/2025 to 8/14/2025

Thu

4:10 PM to 4:40 PM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stages 2-3 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/26/2025 to 8/16/2025

Sat

11:20 AM to 11:50 AM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Swim Basics: Stages 2-3 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/22/2025 to 8/12/2025

Tue

4:10 PM to 4:40 PM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


School Age Stages 4-5

Swim Strokes: Stages 4-5 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/22/2025 to 8/12/2025

Tue

4:45 PM to 5:30 PM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


School Age Stages 5-6

For intermediate to advanced swimmers aged 6+ that have completed Stage 4: Stroke Introduction.  Students should be able to swim 25-50 yards of fro...More

For intermediate to advanced swimmers aged 6+ that have completed Stage 4: Stroke Introduction.  Students should be able to swim 25-50 yards of front and back crawl well and know the basics of breaststroke and dolphin kick.  Further stroke development for the 4 competitive strokes will be practiced as well as some fun skills like diving and flip turns.

Less
Swim Strokes: Stages 5-6 - School-Age - Independent - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/24/2025 to 8/14/2025

Thu

4:45 PM to 5:30 PM

6y to 15y 11m

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Adult Beginner Swim Lessons

This class is designed for beginner adults with little or no swimming experience to gain confidence and comfort in the water.  Swimmers learn water...More

This class is designed for beginner adults with little or no swimming experience to gain confidence and comfort in the water.  Swimmers learn water adjustment, floating, safety skills, and are introduced to basic swimming strokes.

Less
Wait List
Teen and Adult Beginner Swim Lessons - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/23/2025 to 8/13/2025

Wed

5:20 PM to 6:05 PM

Age 15y and up

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Teen and Adult Beginner Swim Lessons - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/25/2025 to 8/15/2025

Fri

5:10 PM to 5:55 PM

Age 15y and up

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Adult Intermediate Swim Lessons

This class is for those adults who are developing confidence and independence in the water.  Swimmers are able to swim 25 yards on their front and ...More

This class is for those adults who are developing confidence and independence in the water.  Swimmers are able to swim 25 yards on their front and back while putting their face in the water without a flotation device.  Swimmers learn rotary breathing, stroke development and survival swimming skills.

Less
Teen and Adult Intermediate Swim Lessons - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/23/2025 to 8/13/2025

Wed

5:20 PM to 6:05 PM

Age 15y and up

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Teen and Adult Intermediate Swim Lessons - Summer II

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/25/2025 to 8/15/2025

Fri

5:10 PM to 5:55 PM

Age 15y and up

Registration 6/9/2025 to 7/28/2025


Adult Competitive Swim

This program is designed to give swimmers a more competitive workout with swimmers of their ability and training level.  Lanes will be split by abi...More

This program is designed to give swimmers a more competitive workout with swimmers of their ability and training level.  Lanes will be split by ability and practices will be designed and implemented by a YMCA swim coach.  This is a great opportunity to train with like-minded swimmers and to challenge each other, get a great workout, and have fun!

If you are unsure if this group is right for you, or for more information, please contact  Ronny Rose, YMCA of Downtown Manchester Aquatics Director.

Less
Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - September

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

9/4/2024 to 9/30/2024

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - October

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

10/2/2024 to 10/30/2024

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - November

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

11/1/2024 to 11/29/2024

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - December

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

12/2/2024 to 12/30/2024

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - January

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

1/3/2025 to 1/31/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - February

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

2/3/2025 to 2/28/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - March

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

3/3/2025 to 3/31/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - April

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

4/2/2025 to 4/30/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - May

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

5/2/2025 to 5/30/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

Age 18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - June

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

6/2/2025 to 6/30/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - July

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/2/2025 to 7/30/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025


Adult Competitive Swim Training Club - August

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

8/1/2025 to 8/29/2025

Mon Wed Fri

11:20 AM to 12:20 PM

18y and up

Registration 8/19/2024 to 8/31/2025