Boll Family YMCA
(313) 309-9622
1401 Broadway, Detroit, MI, 48226
Hours of Operation
- Monday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
- Tuesday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
- Wednesday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
- Thursday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
- Friday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
- Saturday 9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Sunday 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Workout Child Care Hours
- Monday 4:30 pm–7:30 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tuesday 4:30 pm–7:30 pm
- Wednesday 4:30 pm–7:30 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am–12:30 pm
- Thursday 4:30 pm–7:30 pm
- Friday Closed
- Saturday 9:30 am–1:30 pm
- Sunday Closed
Holiday Hours
- New Year’s Day 2024, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Easter, CLOSED
- Memorial Day, 6:00 am-12:00 pm
- Independence Day, 6:00 am-12:00 pm
- Labor Day, 6:00 am-12:00 pm
- Thanksgiving, CLOSED
- Christmas Eve, 6:00 am-12:00 pm
- Christmas Day, CLOSED
- New Year’s Eve, 6:00 am-12:00 pm
YMCA Membership
Find what moves you. Find your Y.
Stop in any time at the Y and our member engagement team will arrange a tour and provide you with a guest pass to try the Y with full facility access for a limited number of days.
Everyone belongs at the Y
We offer income-based membership for families with a combined annual household income of less than $49,000*.
Support the Boll Family YMCA
We believe that everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from—deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. When you give to the Boll Y, you support critical programs and services for young people, adults and families who need them the most.
Boll YMCA Programs
See all activities in our Summer Program Guide
Sports, Dance & Family Activities
Stay active as a family! The Y offers programs for every member of your family
Youth & Adult Swim Lessons
Make a Big Splash with swim lessons!
Group Training
Don’t miss out on these high quality, motivating training sessions!Small group training provides individualized attention in a group setting.
Boll YMCA Activity Schedules
- 9:15 am
45mCycling RegisterInstructor: Max (Mohammad) Aghili, Declan Polglaze, Sydney Campbell, Annika SchieferDates: 5/12/24Cycling is a low-to-no impact cardio exercise class that strengthens your cardiovascular endurance and burns calories all while jamming to great music! Class takes place in the spin studio with amazing city views located in the far corner of gym. - Dates: 5/12/24Max Strength is a full body, low impact workout guaranteed to make you sweat as you strengthen. This high energy and enthusiastic class will target your legs, chest, back, biceps, triceps, shoulders and abs through an interval style workout.
- Dates: 5/12/24Restorative Stretch combines stretching, yoga, and relaxation. It is designed to help participants improve mobility, increase flexibility, and decrease overall body tension.
- Dates: 5/13/24Full body stretch and strengthen workout will develop your flexibility, core and balance by emphasizing symmetry of body and mind. Equipment is provided.
- 10:00 am
1hActive Older Adult Fitness Monday RegisterDates: 5/6/24–5/27/24Strength training is for everyone! Learn the basic concepts of strength training with an instructor that will lead the class through a variety of exercises using resistance equipment, body weight, stability balls, free weights and more to keep participants engaged and challenged. - Dates: 5/13/24This ancient Chinese martial art taught in the Taoist Style is a highly effective system of exercise. Students learn the slow, gentle, continuous dance-like movements that develop strength, balance, poise and relaxation. The low impact nature of the movement makes the class especially suitable for those wishing to protect their joints.
- Dates: 5/13/24Join our express classes for 30 mins of intense exercise to get the most bang for your buck! This 30 minute express workout is focused on High Intensity Interval Training guaranteed to make you sweat!
- Dates: 5/13/24Cycling is a low-to-no impact cardio exercise class that strengthens your cardiovascular endurance and burns calories all while jamming to great music! Class takes place in the spin studio with amazing city views located in the far corner of gym.
- Dates: 5/13/24BODYPUMP™ by Les Mills maximizes your workout results with 60 minutes of effective strength training. You’ll get stronger while improving movement when you combine traditional strength training with functional exercises using an adjustable barbell, weights and body weight.
- Dates: 5/13/24Full body stretch and strengthen workout will develop your flexibility, core and balance by emphasizing symmetry of body and mind. Equipment is provided.
- Dates: 5/14/24BODYPUMP™ by Les Mills maximizes your workout results with 60 minutes of effective strength training. You’ll get stronger while improving movement when you combine traditional strength training with functional exercises using an adjustable barbell, weights and body weight.
- Dates: 5/14/24Yoga Slow Flow is an all-levels yoga focused on foundational poses that improves your mind body connection and breath awareness through fluid and intentional movements that strengthen and relax. (Equipment provided.)
- 11:00 am
45mShallow Water Exercise RegisterDates: 5/2/24–5/30/24Fun, shallow-water movement to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required, and a kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance and coordination. - Dates: 5/14/24Join our express classes for 30 mins of intense exercise to get the most bang for your buck! This express workout is focused on tighten and strengthening your core!
- 12:30 pm
1hSmall Group Training: Low-Impact Strength & Stability RegisterInstructor: Meaghan MarkiewiczDates: 5/7/24–5/23/24Do you have arthritis? Do you have ongoing knee pain? Do you want to continue to engage in high intensity exercise that don’t make these exercises worse? This class will take you through a workout designed to increase your heart rate, strengthen your muscles through resistance training and improve your stability without causing any damage to your joints! - Dates: 5/14/24Strength training is for everyone! Learn the basic concepts of strength training with an instructor that will lead the class through a variety of exercises using resistance equipment, body weight, stability balls, free weights and more to keep participants engaged and challenged.
- Dates: 5/14/24Experience Afro-Contemporary with Nadia, a dance style from a culmination of extensive knowledge, technique, and Afro-Caribbean background. This class introduces Afrobeat, Coupe Decale, Soca, Reggae, Samba, and more while applying familiar terminology, and technique from ballet and contemporary. Designed for all levels, and backgrounds looking to add something new to their repertoire.
- 10:00 am
1hActive Older Adult Fitness Wednesday RegisterDates: 5/1/24–5/29/24Strength training is for everyone! Learn the basic concepts of strength training with an instructor that will lead the class through a variety of exercises using resistance equipment, body weight, stability balls, free weights and more to keep participants engaged and challenged. - Dates: 5/15/24Join our express classes for 30 mins of intense exercise to get the most bang for your buck! This express workout is focused on strength training circuit style. Get your lifting and your heart rate up at the same time!
- Dates: 5/15/24BODYPUMP™ by Les Mills maximizes your workout results with 60 minutes of effective strength training. You’ll get stronger while improving movement when you combine traditional strength training with functional exercises using an adjustable barbell, weights and body weight.
- Dates: 5/15/24Join our instructor as you rock to fun and upbeat music all while getting your sweat on. Following the beat of the music, you will go through a series of exercises that build strength and cardio endurance. No dance experience necessary.
- Dates: 4/24/24–5/22/24Are you interested in bodyweight calisthenics training mixed with dance-inspired movement to gain overall strength, alignment and agility? This is your class. We will be learning movements based in natural human movement patterns and traditional resistance training for a full body workout. Your instructor Meaghan, has a background in professional and freestyle dance that will be mixed into the progressive programming!
- Dates: 5/15/24A fully guided morning class with a focus on support, alignment, flexibility, and strength. This class is generally slow – medium paced while still integrating the flow of a vinyasa-style class. (Blocks, mats, and props provided.)
- Dates: 5/16/24A fully guided morning class with a focus on support, alignment, flexibility, and strength. This class is generally slow – medium paced while still integrating the flow of a vinyasa-style class. (Blocks, mats, and props provided.)
- Dates: 5/16/24–6/6/24Do you want to prepare your core for the many changes of pregnancy, or restore it postpartum? Lissy designed a 4-week progressive program for all levels to strengthen your deep core and pelvic floor muscles for overall strength! The Y has child watch open during this time also, so you can spend an hour focusing on yourself!
- 11:00 am
45mShallow Water Exercise RegisterDates: 5/2/24–5/30/24Fun, shallow-water movement to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required, and a kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance and coordination. - Dates: 5/16/24Join our express classes for 30 mins of intense exercise to get the most bang for your buck! This express workout is focused on tighten and strengthening your core!
- 12:30 pm
1hSmall Group Training: Low-Impact Strength & Stability RegisterInstructor: Meaghan MarkiewiczDates: 5/7/24–5/23/24Do you have arthritis? Do you have ongoing knee pain? Do you want to continue to engage in high intensity exercise that don’t make these exercises worse? This class will take you through a workout designed to increase your heart rate, strengthen your muscles through resistance training and improve your stability without causing any damage to your joints! - Dates: 5/16/24Besides increasing strength throughout the body, rock climbing helps develop balance and coordination. With the sport of climbing, you can improve endurance and feel an excitement that comes with this unique kind of challenge.
- Dates: 5/16/24Barre will improve your balance, strength, flexibility, and stability through a stronger core. Anyone looking tone their muscles, this is the class for you! All level welcome. Equipment provided.
- Dates: 5/16/24Explore mindful movement and breath in this revitalizing yoga-based somatic practice that includes restorative poses, stretching, and the calming effects of guided meditation. Accessible to all, this relaxing practice invites you on a journey to inner balance and well-being.
- Dates: 5/16/24This class is a full body workout focused on increasing strength through resistance training and core exercises. Expect to lift some weights and use your body weight to get your sweat on! Low-impact. Medium intensity.
- Dates: 5/3/24–5/31/24Strength training is for everyone! Learn the basic concepts of strength training with an instructor that will lead the class through a variety of exercises using resistance equipment, body weight, stability balls, free weights and more to keep participants engaged and challenged.
- Dates: 5/17/24This ancient Chinese martial art taught in the Taoist Style is a highly effective system of exercise. Students learn the slow, gentle, continuous dance-like movements that develop strength, balance, poise and relaxation. The low impact nature of the movement makes the class especially suitable for those wishing to protect their joints.
- Dates: 5/17/24Cycling is a low-to-no impact cardio exercise class that strengthens your cardiovascular endurance and burns calories all while jamming to great music! Class takes place in the spin studio with amazing city views located in the far corner of gym.
- Dates: 5/18/24Embark on a transformative journey, a five-week repeating cycle that builds on basic yoga principles for strength, balance, and flexibility. Whether you drop in or follow the sequence, each session will build towards a progressive understanding and sustainable practice. Ideal for beginners or those returning to their practice, but all levels are welcome to join any session.
- 10:00 am
45mWater Fitness RegisterDates: 5/4/24–5/25/24This is a complete water fitness class using a variety of exercises and equipment. Activities may include dance, calisthenics, walking, kicking and the use of specialized equipment. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Each class consists of warm-up, aerobic, muscle toning, flexibility segments and a cool down. Class may take place in shallow water, deep water, or a combination of the two. - Dates: 5/18/24BODYPUMP™ by Les Mills maximizes your workout results with 60 minutes of effective strength training. You’ll get stronger while improving movement when you combine traditional strength training with functional exercises using an adjustable barbell, weights and body weight.
- Dates: 5/18/24Cycling is a low-to-no impact cardio exercise class that strengthens your cardiovascular endurance and burns calories all while jamming to great music! Class takes place in the spin studio with amazing city views located in the far corner of gym.
- Dates: 5/18/24Pilates uses your own body weight and light equipment to strengthen and stretch, specifically targeting your core muscles. Pilates incorporates core-strengthening and stretching all in one, guaranteed to leave you feeling motivated to get through the rest of your day!
- 10:30 am
4h30mLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 10:30 am
4h30mFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 6:30 am
6h30mLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 4:00 pm
4hLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 4:00 pm
4hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 4:30 pm
45mDetroit Swims – Safety Around Water – UPREP elementary RegisterDates: 4/29/24–6/3/24At the Y, swimming is a life skill. Our swim lessons prepare kids of all ages to stay safe and have fun in the water, building strong swimmers and confident kids. With skills such as, back floats, front crawl, and more. We will look for your child to comfortably and consistently perform each skill in order to progress to the next stage.
FOR UNIVERSITY PREP ART & DESIGN STUDENTS ONLY!!! - 5:15 pm
45mDetroit Swims – Safety Around Water – UPREP elementary RegisterDates: 4/29/24–6/3/24At the Y, swimming is a life skill. Our swim lessons prepare kids of all ages to stay safe and have fun in the water, building strong swimmers and confident kids. With skills such as, back floats, front crawl, and more. We will look for your child to comfortably and consistently perform each skill in order to progress to the next stage.
FOR UNIVERSITY PREP ART & DESIGN STUDENTS ONLY!!!
- 6:30 am
3h30mLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 10:00 am
1hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 11:00 am
45mShallow Water Exercise RegisterDates: 5/2/24–5/30/24Fun, shallow-water movement to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required, and a kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance and coordination. - 4:00 pm
4hLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 4:00 pm
4hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 6:30 am
5h30mLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 9:00 am
1hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 4:00 pm
4hLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 4:00 pm
4hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- Dates: 5/8/24–6/19/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. - Dates: 5/8/24–6/19/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. - Dates: 5/8/24–6/19/24Students learn:Water StaminaStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.Stroke IntroductionStudents develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.
- 6:30 am
3h30mLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 10:00 am
1hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 11:00 am
45mShallow Water Exercise RegisterDates: 5/2/24–5/30/24Fun, shallow-water movement to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required, and a kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance and coordination. - 4:00 pm
4hLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 4:00 pm
4hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- Dates: 5/9/24–6/20/24Students learn:Water StaminaStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.Stroke IntroductionStudents develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.
- Dates: 5/9/24–6/20/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. - Dates: 5/9/24–6/20/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. - Dates: 5/9/24–6/20/24Stroke DevelopmentIntroduces Breaststroke and butterfly, while reinforcing safety practices through treading water and side stroke.Stroke MechanicsStudents refine stroke technique on all major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.Student will learn to dive standing, build endurance up to 150 yards, pull and flip turn, breaststroke 50 yards, and butterfly 25 yd.Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills that prevent chronic disease, increase social-emotional and cognitive well being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity.
- 6:30 am
6h30mLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- Dates: 5/10/24–6/21/24
Accompanied by an adult, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences, while adults learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision.
- 9:00 am
4hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- Dates: 5/10/24–6/21/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.Water StaminaStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action. - Dates: 5/10/24–6/21/24Student will learn:Self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Gain comfort in water exploration by learning to blow bubbles, wall pull to safety. Entering and exiting waters in the event of falling or an emergency. Hold front and back float/ glide/ tread water.Water StaminaStudents learn to develop stroke technique in front and back crawl 15 yards, submerge in chest-deep water to retrieve object, roll with swim, float, swim 15 meters, and tread water for 30 sec. – 1 min.Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.
- 4:00 pm
4hLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 4:00 pm
4hFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 9:15 am
4h45mLap SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24For your safety and out of respect for your fellow members, please exercise the following etiquette during lap swim. Look for an open lane. When sharing a lane, ask the person if they would like to split or circle swim. Slower swimmers should yield to faster swimmers. To best accommodate your needs, a lifeguard or manager may assist you in selecting the best spot for you to swim, walk, or exercise.
- 9:30 am
30mPreschool Swim Stage 1 – 2 RegisterDates: 5/11/24–6/22/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. - Dates: 5/11/24–6/22/24Students learn:Water StaminaStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.Stroke IntroductionStudents develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.
- Dates: 5/11/24–6/22/24
Accompanied by an adult, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences, while adults learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision.
- 10:00 am
45mWater Fitness RegisterDates: 5/4/24–5/25/24This is a complete water fitness class using a variety of exercises and equipment. Activities may include dance, calisthenics, walking, kicking and the use of specialized equipment. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Each class consists of warm-up, aerobic, muscle toning, flexibility segments and a cool down. Class may take place in shallow water, deep water, or a combination of the two. - Dates: 5/11/24–6/22/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. - 10:05 am
30mPreschool Swim Stage 1-2 RegisterDates: 5/11/24–6/22/24Students learn:
Water Acclimation: Students learn comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.Water Movement: Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. - 10:40 am
45mSchool Age Swim Stage 1-2 RegisterDates: 5/11/24–6/22/24Student will learn:Self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Gain comfort in water exploration by learning to blow bubbles, wall pull to safety. Entering and exiting waters in the event of falling or an emergency. Hold front and back float/ glide/ tread water. - Dates: 5/11/24–6/22/24Students learn:Water StaminaStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.Stroke IntroductionStudents develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.
- 11:30 am
2h30mFamily SwimDates: 5/6/24–6/30/24Please bring your own towels and plan to store belongings in the locker rooms.
Pool schedules are subject to change due to programming needs, inclement weather, and staffing changes. We will do our best to communicate any changes in a timely manner.
- 9:00 am
4hOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 9:00 am
4hOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change.
- 6:00 am
3h45mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 6:00 am
14h45mOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 10:00 am
1hActive Older Adult Fitness Monday RegisterDates: 5/6/24–5/27/24Strength training is for everyone! Learn the basic concepts of strength training with an instructor that will lead the class through a variety of exercises using resistance equipment, body weight, stability balls, free weights and more to keep participants engaged and challenged. - 11:15 am
6hOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 5:30 pm
45mYouth Basketball Clinic – Ages 6 – 7 (Individual Skills) RegisterDates: 5/6/24–6/24/24The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun. If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!These Individual Skills lead directly into the next session ‘Team Clinics’. The Team Clinics will focus on teaching athletes how to operate as a team together. The Team Clinic leads directly into our Fall Basketball League. Compounding both Clinics, athletes will be prepared and confident for the Fall and Winter Basketball League!
This Program will not meet on May 27 Due to Memorial Day! - 7:45 pm
2hOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change.
- 6:00 am
2hOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 6:00 am
2hOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 10:00 am
7h15mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 10:00 am
10h45mOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 6:30 pm
45mYouth Basketball Clinic – Ages 10-12 (Individual Skills) RegisterDates: 5/7/24–6/18/24The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun. These Individual Skills lead directly into the next session ‘Team Clinics’. The Team Clinics will focus on teaching athletes how to operate as a team together. The Team Clinic leads directly into our Fall Basketball League. Compounding both Clinics, athletes will be prepared and confident for the Fall and Winter Basketball League!If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you! - 7:45 pm
1hOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change.
- 6:00 am
3h45mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 6:00 am
12h15mOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 10:00 am
1hActive Older Adult Fitness Wednesday RegisterDates: 5/1/24–5/29/24Strength training is for everyone! Learn the basic concepts of strength training with an instructor that will lead the class through a variety of exercises using resistance equipment, body weight, stability balls, free weights and more to keep participants engaged and challenged. - 11:15 am
6hOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change.
- 6:00 am
12h15mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 6:00 am
14h45mOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change.
- 6:00 am
3h45mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 6:00 am
14h45mOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - Dates: 5/3/24–5/31/24Strength training is for everyone! Learn the basic concepts of strength training with an instructor that will lead the class through a variety of exercises using resistance equipment, body weight, stability balls, free weights and more to keep participants engaged and challenged.
- 11:15 am
5h30mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 7:15 pm
1h30mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change.
- 9:00 am
6h45mOpen Gym (Side A)Dates: 4/16/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 9:00 am
2h45mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change. - 2:15 pm
1h30mOpen Gym (Side B)Dates: 4/11/24–5/31/24YMCA members may use the gymnasium during designated times to enjoy recreational activities of their choosing. Enjoy a game of pickup basketball or play with the kids during Open Gym times. All members are welcome to use the gym on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gym schedule subject to change.
- 5:30 pm
45mClimbing Club (Preschool) RegisterDates: 5/6/24–6/24/24Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This Program will not meet on May 27 Due to Memorial Day! - 5:30 pm
45mYouth Basketball Clinic – Ages 6 – 7 (Individual Skills) RegisterDates: 5/6/24–6/24/24The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun. If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!These Individual Skills lead directly into the next session ‘Team Clinics’. The Team Clinics will focus on teaching athletes how to operate as a team together. The Team Clinic leads directly into our Fall Basketball League. Compounding both Clinics, athletes will be prepared and confident for the Fall and Winter Basketball League!
This Program will not meet on May 27 Due to Memorial Day! - 6:15 pm
45m(Preschool) Ballet “You’ve Got a Friend In Me” RegisterDates: 5/6/24–6/24/24This class will provide a fun, safe and exciting environment for youth to learn basic ballet steps and creative movement while engaging in dance exercises. Children will learn how to express themselves better through movement and try new things!***If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This program will not meet the week of March 24 – March 30 due to Spring. - 6:30 pm
45mClimbing Club (Youth) RegisterDates: 5/6/24–6/24/24Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This Program will not meet on May 27 Due to Memorial Day! - 6:30 pm
2hCeramics Class (Wheel-Throwing & Hand Building) 6 weeks RegisterDates: 4/15/24–6/3/24Join us for this 6 session ceramics class! We will dive into the world of using the Pottery Wheel as well as learn Hand Building techniques. On average most students will leave the class having made at least 4 pieces (some may make more, some may make less, it matters on the size and details of the pieces.) Students will have plenty of options to curate what they make to their own interests.The class will also offer two opportunities to come to Open Studio Time on Saturdays from 12-2:30 at no charge during the class.*Some pieces may need to be picked up after the last class, pick up will be arranged at that time. YMCA Member Cost: $165Non-member Cost: $200
Dates: Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
*No class 4/22 or 5/27
- 6:30 pm
45mYouth Basketball Clinic – Ages 10-12 (Individual Skills) RegisterDates: 5/7/24–6/18/24The coaches in our youth basketball clinics and instructional classes teach participants how to improve their dribbling, shooting, defensive, and teamwork skills. Youth clinics aim to build on and improve fundamentals while introducing more advanced skills with a focus on fun. These Individual Skills lead directly into the next session ‘Team Clinics’. The Team Clinics will focus on teaching athletes how to operate as a team together. The Team Clinic leads directly into our Fall Basketball League. Compounding both Clinics, athletes will be prepared and confident for the Fall and Winter Basketball League!If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you! - 6:30 pm
1h30mStill Life Drawing RegisterDates: 5/14/24–6/18/24Come learn how to draw a still life with a Teaching Artist. Throughout the 6 sessions students will learn a variety of drawing techniques to draw items from real life using a variety of materials (pencils, charcoal, & ink.) Student will learn about how to use value (light to dark) in their pieces as well as texture and more to create 3D looking forms on their paper. No previous experience needed and all materials are included!
Member Price: $100Non-Member Price: $120Senior Discount: 10% off
- 5:30 pm
45mPreschool Soccer Clinic RegisterDates: 5/8/24–6/26/24Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through this preschool soccer class. Kids develop important sports specific skills, as well as building social and leadership skills while gaining confidence.If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
This Program will not meet May 29 Due to Memorial Day!
- 5:30 pm
1hYouth Art Exploration RegisterDates: 5/16/24–6/20/24Over 6 weeks students will explore a wide variety of art techniques and mediums to show off their creativity. A local Teaching Artist will guide students through creative processes to explore the wide world of art using various materials which may include colored pencils, markers, watercolors, air dry clay, and more!
YMCA Member Cost: $65Non-member Cost: $85
- 5:30 pm
45mLab Ratz: Zoology (Preschool) RegisterDates: 5/10/24–5/31/24Scientists will choose from a variety of experiments! Lab Ratz will learn about animals in the rain forest, the dessert, and all over the world!If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This Program will not meet on May 25 Due to Memorial Day!
- 10:15 am
30mDance Sampler (Preschool) RegisterDates: 5/4/24–6/1/24Dance Sampler programs are a great introduction to a variety of Ballet movements. Children learn socialization, build confidence, and have fun while gaining basic skills of the weekly Ballet movements including tempo, level, direction while also learning technique. It is strongly suggested Dancers participate in at least one Dance Sampler before participating in a Ballet class! If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This Program will not meet May 25 Due to Memorial Day! - 11:00 am
45m(Preschool) Ballet “You’ve Got A Friend In Me” RegisterDates: 5/4/24–6/22/24This class will provide a fun, safe and exciting environment for youth to learn basic ballet steps and creative movement while engaging in dance exercises. Children will learn how to express themselves better through movement and try new things!It is strongly suggested Dancers participate in at least one Dance Sampler before participating in a Ballet class!***If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This Program will not meet on May 25 Due to Memorial Weekend! - 12:00 pm
40mTeeny-Tiny Tumbling (Preschool) RegisterDates: 5/4/24–6/22/24No experience is necessary for this introduction to gymnastics. Students are introduced to equipment, proper form and safety, and basic skills including safety landings, front rolls, and more! Participants will also work on improving their gross motor skills through running, jumping, and balance.If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This Program will not meet May 25 Due to Memorial Day! - 12:00 pm
2h30mCeramics – Open Studio May 18th RegisterDates: 5/18/24This is for current or former Y Arts Ceramics/Pottery Students only. If you have taken our 6 week Hand-building & Wheel Throwing class and you want to get back in the studio to create again you are invited to attend an open studio session! For $25 you can get up to 5lbs of clay to work with or glaze 2 pieces between 12-2:30pm! (If there is something else you have in mind email jessica.cooper@ymcadetroit.org and we can work something out) - 12:50 pm
50mTiny Tumbling RegisterDates: 5/4/24–6/22/24No experience is necessary for this introduction to gymnastics. Students are introduced to equipment, proper form and safety, and basic skills including safety landings, front rolls, and more! Participants will also work on improving their gross motor skills through running, jumping, and balance.If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!This Program will not meet May 25 Due to Memorial Day!
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- 12:00–2:00 pmPaula Charleston RentalPrivate party rentalLocation: Boll Family YMCA
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- 5:00–7:00 pmFamily Fun Swim RegisterFloat along to family friendly music and a surprise game or two. Aquatic staff will bring out the toys and provide a fun seasonal out-of-water activity too! Who knows what fun will splash up!Any swimmer under 18 years of age must take 1 of the 2 swim tests during recreational swims. Adults may be asked to take a swim test at the lifeguard’s discretion. Swimmers less than 48 inches in height MUST have a parent/guardian in the pool area. Parents must be in the pool with any child under 48 inches that did not pass the deep end swim test and must keep them within arms length at all times.Location: Boll Family YMCA
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- 5:00–7:00 pmTie Dye for All Ages RegisterIn celebration of PRIDE Month, we invite you to make your own unique and colorful tie-dye projects with our staff! We will have white Y t-shirts for purchase while supplies last. Feel free to bring your own shirt, pillowcase, socks or bandana!Registration is required to help us ensure we have enough supplies for all. Drop in anytime between 5-7 pm. All members are welcome to join us for this fun activity celebrating PRIDE!Location: Boll Family YMCA
Boll Family YMCA Upcoming Events
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Girls on the Run Spring 2024 Celebration 5K
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Tie Dye Party
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Back-to-School Bash
See all upcoming YMCA Events on our Events page.
About the Boll Family YMCA
We’re an inclusive organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. Located in the heart of downtown Detroit, the Boll Family YMCA is a fully equipped community facility.
Boll Family YMCA Amenities
- Wellness Center & Weight Room
- Group Exercise & Dance Studios
- Functional Training Studios
- Indoor Running & Walking Track
- Lap Pool
- Family Pool
- Gymnasium & Racquetball Courts
- Locker Rooms
- Climbing Wall
- Elevator & Ramp Access
Where to park at the Boll Family YMCA
- Get the Park Detroit app from the App store for iPhone or the Google Play store for Android devices. You can find, reserve and pay for parking using the app.
- Visit parkdetroit.us for more info.
- If you don’t want to use the Park Detroit app, you’ll need to find a pay station or park in a spot that has its own meter.
- If you are using a pay station take note of the zone you’ve parked in, you’ll need that info when it’s time to pay.
- The Opera Theater parking garage is located at 1426 Broadway St., directly across the street from the Boll Family YMCA.
- The Z Parking Garage can be accessed from Grand River.
- ParkMe.com shows all nearby parking, rates, and distance. Be sure to check prior to your trip as rates typically go up on event days.
- Both are free in 2024!
- Park along the People Mover route at Greektown Casino, Renaissance Center, or other lots downtown.
- Catch the Q-Line at one of its 12 stops and take it for free to the Grand Circus stop. It’s a short walk to the Y from there.
- There is a SMART bus stop at Woodward and Clifford.
- There are DDOT stops at Woodward and Grand River and Woodward and Adams.
- Visit DDOT.info for detailed bus schedules.
- There is a bike rack in front of the building near the people mover station. Secure your bike and come on in!
- Visit mogodetroit.com to find bike rental stations around town and bird.com to find electric scooters.
Boll Family YMCA Leadership
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Rheanne Suszek
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Jenny Paffi
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Ashleigh Spann
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Meaghan Markiewicz
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Klark Waterman
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Krystalyn Rivera
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Breanna Kish
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Evan Ludwick
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Colin Parks
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Jessica Prukop