Ben is passionate about teaching others and it doesn’t stop at aquatics.Programs at the Y
In communities across the nation, the Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result, millions of youth, adults and families are receiving the support, guidance and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, mind and body.
Health & Wellness
Because we know that healthy lifestyles are achieved through nurturing mind, body and spirit, well-being and fitness at the Y is so much more than just working out. Beyond fitness facilities, we provide educational programs to promote healthier decisions, and offer a variety of programs that support physical, intellectual and spiritual strength.
Heath & Wellness programs are offered at:
Albany YMCA
Downtown Berkeley YMCA
Irvin Deutscher Family YMCA
Youth & Family
Serving families has always been at the heart of the Y. We are a place where they can find respite from social, economic and educational challenges, and learn how to overcome them. We provide opportunities for every family to build stronger bonds, achieve greater work/life balance and become more engaged with their communities.
Youth & Family programs are offered at:
Albany YMCA
Downtown Berkeley YMCA
Irvin Deutscher Family YMCA
Aquatics
Swimming is a life skill as well as great exercise and a challenging sport. Ys offer swim lessons (for all ages), family swim, competitive swimming and many kinds of adaptive swim programs for kids with special needs, so we can all enjoy safely enjoy the pleasures of an aquatic environment.
Aquatics programs are offered at:
Downtown Berkeley YMCA
Irvin Deutscher Family YMCA
Teen
All kids have great potential. At the Y, we work every day to help them set and achieve their personal and educational goals. As a result, millions of children and teens nationwide gain confidence as they recognize the Y as a place where they belong and can feel comfortable exploring new interests and passions.
Teen programs are offered at:
Albany YMCA
Downtown Berkeley YMCA
YMCA-PG&E Teen Center
