Thomas M. Menino YMCA (Hyde Park)

The Thomas M. Menino YMCA in Hyde Park is a branch of the YMCA of Greater Boston, offering fitness, aquatics, child care and youth programs under one roof. Members can reserve fitness classes ranging from HIIT and Zumba to yoga, barre and Pilates, take water fitness classes or play pickleball. The pool hosts swim lessons, lap swim and family swim, and youth lessons for ages 6 to 12 progress through six swimming stages.

The branch also serves families with young children. Early education serves children from six weeks old, with preschoolers enjoying story time, crafts and physical activity, while after-school programs and a summer day camp cover school-age kids. Youth sports include basketball, soccer, volleyball and gymnastics, coached with an emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship. Jessica Colon leads the branch as executive director, supported by directors for membership, aquatics and healthy living.

What to Know

• The YMCA of Greater Boston is a charitable organization, and volunteers can coach, read to children or help at events.
• Volunteers must sign a waiver and pass a background check, with CORI/SORI paperwork for ongoing roles.
• The Y does not accept court-mandated community service.
• Job openings at the branch are posted through the YMCA’s careers page.