Winter 2026, with the Northeast Arc. Through swim classes, children can acclimate to the water while building comfort and confidence, while parents can learn about the importance of supervision for drowning prevention. Swim lessons are valuable for both parents and children – the Northeast Arc Early Intervention (EI) is now offering to cover the costs of swimming lessons for eligible EI participants.
Eligibility – All children 6 months or older who have a signed plan in Northeast Arc’s Early Intervention program. Northeast Arc will cover the cost of 1 multi-session course per eligible child..
YMCA of the North Shore
Gloucester: Glen T. MacLeod YMCA
Greater Beverly YMCA
Haverhill YMCA
Marblehead – Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA
Ipswich Family YMCA and Rowley Campus
Salem YMCA
* Class Options – Parent and Child (6-36 months)
Winter – Classes: December 1 to March 11
Registration Window: October 16 to December 15
YMCA of Metro North
Peabody: Torigian YMCA (Adaptive Swim Lessons Available)
Lynn: Demakes YMCA
Melrose YMCA
Saugus YMCA (Summer classes only)
* Class OptionsCurrent Sessions
Winter 1 – Classes: January 3 to February 15
Registration Window: December 15 to December 28
JCC of the North Shore – Marblehead
* Class Options
Parent and Child (6-30 months)
Pre-school Swim (2.5-7 years)
Current Sessions – TBA
Registration is required to https://ne-arc.org/swim/ or contact info@ne-arc.org
