Gymnastics at the Andover/North Andover YMCA. Copyright © Mary Ann Alwan
Gymnastics is one of the most comprehensive lifestyle exercise programs for children, incorporating strength, flexibility, balance, and discipline. At the Andover/North Andover YMCA, we’re proud to offer a variety of gymnastics classes, encouraging the development of strong and healthy youth in a safe, fun environment. Continue reading
Learning to Swim at the YMCA. Copyright © Mary Ann Alwan
At the Andover/North Andover YMCA, our swim programs are helping youth develop valuable skills and a lifetime love of the water, while instilling responsibility and safety instruction. Thanks in part to a grant from the Carol M. White Physical Education Program, we are able to offer a Learn-to-Swim program in collaboration with the Andover Public Schools. Continue reading
The Expanded Aquatics Facility will better accommodate our programs for those with special needs.
At the Andover/North Andover YMCA, we hope to nurture the potential of every child with our swimming and wellness programs developed to help youth with special needs. Several times a week, 60 children with special needs come to the Y from St. Ann’s Home, the Franciscan Hospital for Children and the Andover Public Schools for private and group swim lessons. We are also honored to host the Massachusetts Special Olympics Swim Team’s annual meet and welcome the Special Olympians to practice in our pool. Continue reading
