• About us

    Downtown Berkeley YMCA



    Fit Kids​
    Camp
    Y camp provides lasting memories, healthy and fun activities and learning opportunities for youth. Campers learn character values, group names and so much more!
    Youth Sports
    Our youth sports help children improve skills, make new friends, be active with other kids and learn to love a sport at the y.
    Youth Fitness
    Whether it’s gaining the confidence that comes from learning to swim or building the positive relationships that lead to good sportsmanship and teamwork, participating in sports at the y is about building the whole child, from the inside out.
    Youth Movement School
    Our youth movement school helps children improve skills, make new friends and be active with other kids at the y.
    Inclusion Programs
    Inclusion programs provide children with disabilities and special needs the opportunity to engage with peers, learn body awareness and socialization in a safe environment.
    Kindergym and Babygym
    Kindergym and babygym provide busy families a nurturing environment where they can learn and grow together.
    Birthday Parties
    Host your child’s next birthday at the y. parties are supervised by a ymca birthday party specialist who will lead children and assist you throughout your stay.
    Childwatch
    Childwatch​ is a drop-off service members can use while exercising. Children are provided with positive social experiences in a secure, happy environment. All staff and volunteers are cpr and first aid certified and are finger-printed and reference checked.
    Fit Kids
    Fit kids is a drop-off service full-service members can sign their children into while they exercise. Youth participate in interactive wellness center games and equipment. Homework help, arts and crafts and board games are available.
    Family Fitness
    The y has always been a place where families can play and be active together, and that’s more important than ever. Whether the activities are physical like sports or exercise classes, or more recreational like swimming, camping, cooking and arts, ys want families doing them together because you’ll live healthier and make memories for a lifetime.
    Family Nights
    Family nights at the y allow families a time and a place to come together to have a good time, participate in a variety of fun activities, share, communicate and strengthen their relationships and meet other families.
    Family Trips
    Family time is about giving families the opportunities to deepen relationships, develop new skills and interests, improve their health and well-being and connect to the community.
    Parenting Workshops
    Parenting workshops provide simple and practical techniques to help parents with children of all ages. Learn how to raise responsible children and develop positive strategies for becoming a more kind and firm parent.
    Special Events
    There’s always something fun and healthy to do at the y. check out this list of upcoming special events.

  • Services
    Birthday Party : Venues, Indoor View more

    Venues

    • Indoor

    Cost

    • $216 - $265
    Sports : Basketball, Swimming, Gymnastics, Martial arts, Baseball and softball View more

    -Basketball-

    Activity Type

    • Camps
    • Clinics
    • Group Classes
    • Private Lessons

    Gender

    • Coed

    Age of child

    • 2-18

    -Swimming-

    Activity Type

    • Camps
    • Clinics
    • Group Classes
    • Private Lessons

    Gender

    • Coed

    Age of child

    • 1-18

    -Gymnastics-

    Activity Type

    • Camps
    • Clinics
    • Group Classes
    • Private Lessons

    Gender

    • Coed

    Age of child

    • 1-18

    -Martial arts-

    Activity Type

    • Camps
    • Clinics
    • Group Classes
    • Private Lessons

    Gender

    • Coed

    Age of child

    • 3-18

    -Baseball and softball-

    Activity Type

    • Camps
    • Clinics
    • Group Classes
    • Private Lessons

    Gender

    • Coed

    Age of child

    • 3-18

    Cost

    • N/A
    Performing Arts : Dance View more

    -Dance-

    Age of child

    • 1-18

    Cost

    • N/A
  • Locations

     Principal

    2001 Allston Way Berkeley, CA 94704
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  • Rating

    Swimming

    • Did your child learn new skills?
    • Was the teacher an expert in the sport?
    • Was the teacher to child ratio good?
    • Was the instruction organized?
    • Did the instructor have control over the group?
    • Would you recommend this to a friend?
  • Reviews

    11/04/2016

    There are pros and cons to the swim class at YMCA. I don't like how there are 6 kids to 1 teacher for a 30 min lesson. While the teachers are really good at keeping things moving and getting new skills in, it still feels like the child is hanging out on the wall a bit too much while the teacher is assisting others. Also, the locker rooms are very chaotic and every mom looked like she needed a glass of wine to put up with the screaming kids all changing at the same time. The pros are that the instructors are fantastic, it's indoor so you can swim even in the winter and you get to meet other people from the area as there are a lot of kids that go through the YMCA swim program.

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