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Posted on: Monday, May 12th, 2025

Golf with Legends

Our Legends Golf Classic

Monday, July 7, 2025

We are happy to host this annual event and raise critical funds that support our YMCA’s Integration Initiative providing programs and services for children and adults with special needs and their families.

Our YMCA is partnering with TPC Boston for our 16th annual Legends Golf Classic, raising critical funds to support our Integration Initiative for children and adults with special needs and their families. This event will feature 18 holes of memorable golf, pairing foursomes with New England sports legends and creating a priceless experience for golfers.

This program was created in 2004 to meet an emerging need in the community, recognizing the importance of supporting children and adults with special needs and their families, and providing a community of inclusion at our YMCA.

Throughout the day you will have the opportunity to hear from family members describing the impact you are making by partnering with the Hockomock Area YMCA and supporting our innovative Integration Initiative.

SPONSOR NOW

For sponsorship or event inquiries, please contact Patrick Murphy at 508-643-5262 or patrickm@hockymca.org.

AN AMAZING DAY

Here’s a look back at our 2024 Legends Golf Classic! Thank you to all our amazing golfers and supporters for making this event a hole-in-one success! And special thanks to our 2022 Legends Honoree Butch Stearns and Boston 25 News for the event coverage.

Posted on: Monday, May 12th, 2025

Summer Classes at Your YMCA

June 23 – August 24

Join us for Summer classes! Fun & Creative Activities for Youth Development are coming soon. Member registration is open and the session will start the week of June 23rd. (Non-member registration will begin Monday, May 19.) Don’t miss out.

Destination Summer at our YMCA! Build Confidence & Play This Summer.

REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Summer Session runs 9 weeks long. We know many families take summer vacations and may go out of town – we understand and want to provide some flexibility. That’s why our summer program rates are only for 7 weeks, instead of 9.

Summer Classes include: Swim Lessons, Gymnastics, Sports, Dance, Fitness & more!

Not a Y member? You can join today and save 50% on classes Click Here. The entire community is welcome to participate in our summer classes.

Also! For information on our day camps and to register for the Best Summer Ever, visit hockymca.org/camp

Posted on: Tuesday, April 29th, 2025

Tips to Keep in Mind for National Water Safety Month

May is National Water Safety Month

When the weather starts to heat up, the pools, lakes, oceans, rivers and other bodies of water start calling! While swimming can be a delightful activity this summer, it is important to remind all parents and caregivers of the importance of water safety. The Hockomock Area YMCA is sharing tips on how children can stay safe in and around the water.

Tip # 1: Make sure children know to always ask permission before going in or near the water.

Tip # 2: Never swim alone without a water watcher.

When children swim, ensure they are actively supervised at all times. Teach your children that they should only swim in locations where a lifeguard is on duty, or where a responsible adult agrees to watch the children in the water without distractions.

Tip # 3: Supervise your children whenever they’re in or near water.

Whether it’s bath time or taking a dip in a pool or waterfront, make sure your children are within arm’s reach at all times.

Tip # 4: Don’t engage in breath-holding activities.

Children should not hold their breath for a prolonged amount of time while swimming, as this can be dangerous.

Tip # 5: Wear a life jacket.

Inexperienced or non-swimmers should always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket while in or around the water.

Tip # 6: Don’t jump in the water to save a friend who is struggling in deep water.

If a child finds their friend in deep water unexpectedly, their natural reaction may be to jump in the water to try and save them. Even if a child is a great swimmer, a panicked person will overpower them, pulling the rescuer under water. The Y’s Safety Around Water program teaches the “reach, throw, don’t go” concept of using a long object to reach for them, and pull them to safety. By using this technique, children can help their friend without compromising their own safety.

Tip # 7: Use four-sided fencing with self-closing, self-latching gates, pool covers, and alarm systems to help prevent children from accessing water unsupervised.

Water safety isn’t just during swim time. Know the five layers of protection which include: barriers & alarms, supervision, water competency, life jackets and emergency preparation. You never know which layer will save a life.

Tip # 8: Prepare for emergencies by making sure everyone in your home takes water safety, first aid and CPR Courses.

Training in lifesaving skills such as lifeguarding and CPR presents opportunities for us all to take greater responsibility for ourselves and others. The Hockomock Area YMCA offers lifeguard, CPR and First Aid training programs with full certification. Reach out to us with any questions.

Listen to our water safety audio series:

Episode 1, Episode 2, Episode 3, Episode 4.

Tips on Water Safety in Different Bodies of Water

Water safety is important to every person. Be prepared and knowledgeable about being safe in and around water. We’re here to help.

Exciting Announcement! As part of National Water Safety Month, we have been given a special opportunity to provide even more kids and adults to learn to swim.

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for young children, and 40 million adults in the U.S. don’t know how to swim. Every gift of $40 or more – made May 12 through 18 – will be matched by the Moore Family, up to $10,000.

PLEASE GIVE NOW AND DOUBLE YOUR GIFT

Posted on: Saturday, April 26th, 2025

Food Access – Feeding & Caring For All

Our YMCA is a local non-profit organization committed to addressing public health challenges, such as food insecurity, in our communities. The Food Access Program partners with food pantries, schools, regional public health hubs, and community organizations to increase equitable access to nutrition. This collaborative effort—largely born from the depths of the pandemic—continue to help our neighbors of all ages and demographics to ensure access.

We have distributed more than 102,000 bags of food and served over 550,000 meals to those in need in our communities.

We are a proud partner of the Greater Boston Food Bank, dedicated to ensuring that no one in our community goes to bed hungry. To learn more or if you are in need of support, please contact foodaccess@hockymca.org or call 508-643-5277.

IF YOU ARE FACING FOOD INSECURITY, THE Y IS HERE TO HELP

Below is information on how the YMCA acts as an extension of the food pantry. Further down the page, you will also find details on how to volunteer and what pressing items we’re in need of from anyone who can donate. Food distribution is provided to all with no financial statements required.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS

Food insecurity has grown in our communities and to address that, the Y is distributing food to people in need.

We are providing a grocery bag pick up at our Foxboro and Franklin locations from 12:30pm-1:30pm on Wednesdays.

We have a walk in pantry at our North Attleboro Branch in our child care parking lot that is available to anyone regardless of your town that you live in on Wednesdays 12:30pm-2:00pm, 5:30pm-6:30pm or Thursdays 7:30am-8:30am.

at the Foxboro Y (67 Mechanic Street)
at the Franklin Y (45 Forge Hill Road)
at the North Attleboro Y (300 Elmwood Street)

FUEL FOR THE WEEKEND PROGRAM

Our North Attleboro Y offers a Fuel for the Weekend program which provides weekend food bags for students (or children ages 3-18) to help fill the gap between school lunches on Fridays and school breakfast on Mondays. For more information, please email fuelfortheweekend@hockymca.org.

DONATE TO HELP US

We welcome donations including the following: oatmeal cups/packets, macaroni & cheese boxes/cups, granola bars (nut free whole grain preferred), applesauce or mandarin orange cups (no added sugar), whole grain crackers, tuna pouches in water (low sodium), Progresso chicken soup (low sodium), rice boxes/cups, Barilla Ready Pasta and pasta boxes.

Needed baby products include: size 4, 5 and 6 diapers, wipes, baby food, formula, and toddler puffs/snacks. All items can be dropped off in bins located inside the YMCA or for large donations please contact us if arranging a pickup is preferred. Click to see our food drive flyer

DONATE NOW

Other ways to help…

Donate the amount needed to fill a family-sized bag of groceries. Each bag given to prevent hunger is valued at $50. Visit hockymca.org/give.
Become a Volunteer – Join our team as a volunteer to help with food distribution, delivery or pantry operations. For more information, please email alysond@hockymca.org.
Run a food drive in your neighborhood. Take on the role of a “neighborhood captain” by adopting a street or neighborhood to mobilize a food collective drive. Select a pickup time a week or so in advance and ask neighbors to leave a bag or two of nonperishable food items outside their home or drop them at your residence — which you can bring to the Y.
Donate by shopping online from our Amazon wish list, click here.
Inquire about sponsorship opportunities by contacting Katie Moore at katiem@hockymca.org.

WE OFFER FREE SUMMER LUNCHES

Along with our many partners in our local communities, we offer free meals to kids ages 18 and under during the summer months at the following locations. This program is designed to help close the hunger gap children face during the summer and also includes activities, arts and crafts and special visitors throughout the summer. There is no sign up or registration required and the program is open to children in any community.

MILFORD’S MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Monday through Friday from 11:00am-12:30pm. (12 Walnut Street in Milford, MA)
THE FOXBORO Y: Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30am-12:30pm. (67 Mechanic Street in Foxboro, MA)
NORTH ATTLEBORO’S TOWN POOL: Wednesday from 5:00pm-6:00pm. (43 S. Washington Street in North Attleboro, MA)

Includes an adult meal per family to enjoy while children enjoy their meals, too.

Posted on: Monday, April 14th, 2025

Swim Lessons at the Y

Have Fun, Be Confident, Stay Safe

Each year, the Y teaches more than a million children how to swim. Y Swim Lessons are available year round and provide resources for all kids. Sign up for swim lessons today! We foster a sense of achievement as swimmers progress between levels in our pools. Through this approach, advanced swimmers flow more easily to higher levels while swimmers who need more instruction can learn at their own pace. This results in more confident swimmers who stick with lessons and develop a love for swimming that can last a lifetime.

There are three categories of Y Swim Lessons:

1) SWIM STARTERS (PARENT OR GUARDIAN WITH CHILD)

Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills. Parents are coached to guide their child toward greater water independence while learning about the importance of supervision. Swim Starters classes are suggested for ages 6 months through 4 years as follows:

Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land? Not yet: enroll in Stage A
Is the student comfortable with their nose and mouth submerged assisted? Not yet: enroll in Stage B
Is the student over age 2, past Stage B, but not yet ready to be independent and apart from parent/guardian in the pool? Enroll in Stage C
Click here to see the days and times for the current session of Swim Starters.

2) SWIM BASICS

Students develop basic swimming competency and learn personal water safety. They begin by developing comfort in the water, then work on proper body position and control. While developing fundamental techniques, swimmers increase stamina for longer distance swimming. Students or their parents can sign up for a time slot in which a number of different stages are taught and instructors will look for your child to comfortably and consistently perform each skill in order to progress to the next stage.

Swim Basics classes are available for (ages 3-5), (ages 5-12) and (ages 12+)
Click here to see the days and times for the current session of Swim Basics.

3) SWIM STROKES

Having mastered the fundamentals, swimmers build on stroke technique, including all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues, and swimmers learn about competitive swimming and how to incorporate exercise swimming into a healthy lifestyle.

Swim Strokes classes are available for (ages 5-12) and instructors will look for your child to comfortably and consistently perform each skill in order to progress to the next stage.
Click here to see the days and times for the current session of Swim Strokes.

Each Swim Lessons category has three stages or levels that are designed for swimmers’ age and ability. If you have any question about Swim Lessons, or want some help placing your child in the right class, please reach out to our Aquatics Directors or simply call the front desk. Bernon Y Aquatics (Franklin): Krystina Edens at krystinae@hockymca.org -OR- Foxboro Y Aquatics: Chris Tower at christophert@hockymca.org -OR- North Attleboro Y Aquatics: Ken Follette at kenf@hockymca.org

SWIM STARTERS BABY & TODDLER LESSONS WITH PARENT

Parent/Child
6 Months – 3 Years

Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills. Parents are coached to guide their child toward greater water independence while learning about the importance of supervision.

A / WATER DISCOVERY

Parents accompany children in stage A, which introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration and encourages them to enjoy themselves while learning about the water.

B / WATER EXPLORATION

In stage B, parents work with their children to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

C / WATER INDEPENDENCE

Parents work with their children to develop comfort in underwater exploration by learning self rescue techniques. This class is geared for children not ready to be independent from parents.

SWIM BASICS FUNDAMENTALS OF SWIMMING

Everyone
Ages 3 and up

Students develop basic swimming competency and learn personal water safety. They begin by developing comfort in the water, then work on proper body position and control. While developing fundamental techniques, swimmers increase stamina for longer distance swimming.

1 / WATER ACCLIMATION

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage lays the foundation for a student’s future progress in swimming.

2 / WATER MOVEMENT

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

3 / WATER STAMINA

In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.

SWIM STROKES REFINING STROKE TECHNIQUE

Everyone
Ages 5 and up

Having mastered the fundamentals, swimmers build on stroke technique, including all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues, and swimmers learn about competitive swimming and how to incorporate exercise swimming into a healthy lifestyle.

4 / STROKE INTRODUCTION

Students in stage 4 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.

5 / STROKE DEVELOPMENT

Students in stage 5 work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues through treading water and sidestroke.

6 / STROKE MECHANICS

In stage 6, students refine stroke technique on all major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.

Posted on: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025

Great Options for Your April Vacation

When School Is Out, the Fun Is In!

When school is not in session due to the April break, your kids are invited to join us at the Y for fun and social happenings.

We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve! That’s why, at the Y we offer flexible schedules and promote the opportunity for kids to gain values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement.

Our experienced staff takes the right steps to ensure your camper’s safety and happiness during an action-packed day!

School Break: April 21 – 25, 2025:

Pre Care is available from 7:00-9:00am if needed for a nominal cost.
Break Program (typical) 9:00 am—4:00pm
Post Care is available if needed as well from 4:00—6:00pm for a nominal cost.
Note: Please bring a lunch, snack and water. Some programs will include swimming so please bring bathing suit and towel.

The Foxboro Y Vacation Programs:

REGISTER / BROWSE PROGRAMS @ FOXBORO

We are offering a variety of vacation programs for youth ages 3-12 including April Camp Wapawca with field trips; Preschool and Youth Gymnastics, Cooking and Swim Camp. Click on the link above to get all the details.

We are also offering SPLASH during April Vacation Week – an initiative that strives to improve water safety skills and gives more kids the opportunity to enjoy a lifetime of recreational swimming. This is a free program for students ages 5-12 in the Foxborough Public Schools. It will run Monday, April 21 through Friday, April 25 at the Foxboro Y. Times will be 3:00pm, 3:30pm, 4:00pm and 4:30pm. Limited spots. To enroll call 508-543-2523. Y members and non-members are welcome to participate.

Additionally, we are offering a YMCA American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course during April Vacation Week. Join us for this three day course – happening Friday, April 25 (4:30pm-10pm) and Saturday, April 26 & Sunday, April 27 (9am-5:30pm). The course includes CPR-Pro/AED, Oxygen Admin and First Aid certifications. Online pre-course work required. Learn more and Register

The Franklin Y Vacation Programs:

REGISTER / BROWSE PROGRAMS @ FRANKLIN

At our Franklin Branch we are offering a variety of vacation programs for youth ages 3-14 including April Camp Wiggi with field trips; Preschool and Youth Gymnastics and Swim Camp. Click on the link above to get all the details!

Additionally, we are offering a YMCA Lifeguard Certification Course during April Vacation Week. Join us for this five day course – happening Saturday, April 19 (12pm-5pm) and Wednesday, April 23 through Friday, April 25 (12pm-6pm) and Saturday, April 26 (12pm-3pm). The course includes CPR-Pro/AED, Oxygen Admin and First Aid certifications. Learn more and Register

North Attleboro Y Vacation Programs:

REGISTER / BROWSE @ NORTH ATTLEBORO

At the North Attleboro Branch we are offering a variety of vacation programs for youth ages 3-14 including April Camp Elmwood with field trips; Preschool and Youth Gymnastics, Sports and Cooking Camp. Click on the link above to get all the details.

Additionally, we are offering a YMCA Lifeguard Certification Course offered Wednesday through Saturday and a recertification course on Saturday during April Vacation Week. Learn more and Register

Our popular certified Babysitting Course (half day) will be offered Friday, April 18 at our YMCA Teen Zone in North Attleboro. Learn more and Register

Posted on: Monday, March 17th, 2025

Register for Spring Sports Leagues

Make plans to join Y coaches for eight weeks of our popular Spring Sports Leagues!

Leagues and Prep-for-Leagues programs will start outdoors the weekend of April 11 at all Hockomock Y branches. Member and public rates are available and most leagues come free with a Family membership. Game on!

ENROLL: SOCCER

ENROLL: T-BALL / BASEBALL

ENROLL: NFL FLAG FOOTBALL

ENROLL: LEAGUES PREP FOR OUR YOUNGEST ATHLETES

Youth Soccer Leagues will run eight weeks (April 11-June 8, 2025; no meeting May 23, 24 or 25), costing: $84 member / $113 non-member / $25 family-type member with promo code. Participants will receive their uniforms after their first practice.

SOCCER
Franklin	SAT.
	Pre-k	10:00am – 11:00am
	Grade K, 1	11:15am – 12:15pm
Foxboro	SUN.
	Pre-k	10:00am – 11:00am
	Grades K-1	11:00am – 12:00pm
	Grades 2-3	12:00pm – 1:00pm
North	SUN.
	Pre-k	9:30am – 10:30am
	Grades K-1	10:45am – 11:45am
	Grade 2-3	12:00pm – 1:00pm

Youth Baseball Leagues will run during the same eight weeks: at the same cost as above.

T-BALL
Franklin	SAT.
	Pre-k	12:30pm – 1:30pm
Foxboro	SUN.
	Pre-k	1:00pm – 2:00pm
	Grade K	2:00pm – 3:00pm
	Grades 1-2	3:00pm – 4:00pm	(Coach-pitch)
North	SUN.
	Pre-k, K	1:15pm – 2:15pm

Flag Football Leagues will also run the same weeks, but costing $138 member / $173 non-member / $40 family-type member with promo code. Participants will receive their uniforms after their first practice.

FLAG FOOTBALL
Franklin	SAT.
	Ages 5-7	1:45pm – 2:45pm
Foxboro	FRI.
	Grades K-1	5:00pm – 6:00pm
	Grades 2-3	6:00pm – 7:00pm
	Grades 4-5	7:00pm – 8:00pm
North	FRI.
	Grades 1-2	5:30pm – 6:30pm
	Grades 3-5	6:45pm – 7:45pm

The Sports League Prep program, designed for younger athletes and those eager to try a new sport, will span eight weeks. Participate in soccer, flag football, t-ball, and cheerleading, with different options available depending on the location. Each meeting will run for 45 minutes and the cost is $76 member / $152 non-member. No uniforms are provided.

LEAGUES PREP
Franklin	SAT.
	Age 3	9:00am Soccer
Foxboro	SUN.
	Age 3	9:00am Soccer
	Age 3	12:00pm T-ball
North	FRI.
	Pre-k, K	4:30pm Football
North	SUN.
	Age 3	8:30am Soccer
	Age 3	2:30pm T-ball

Family-type members, you receive FREE enrollment for Spring Sports Leagues (excludes League Prep programs)! Please see your email from Hockomock Area YMCA (the address associated with your YMCA membership) or call member services for the required promo code. Be prepared at checkout to pay uniform fees, which are excluded from the promotion. Those fees are $25 (soccer and baseball) or $40 (NFL flag football).

Questions? Please email your local YMCA

Invensys Foxboro Branch foxboro@hockymca.org
Bernon Family Branch franklin@hockymca.org
Hurley Family Branch northattleboro@hockymca.org

ENROLL TODAY!

Posted on: Thursday, February 20th, 2025

Annual Campaign Breakfast

REACH OUT
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN BREAKFAST

Raising funds to strengthen community

Friday, March 14, 2025
Networking begins at 7:00 a.m.
Putnam Club at Gillette Stadium
Breakfast and Program at 7:30 a.m.

Watch the moving story of Nicole and her family

We will always be here to help individuals and families in need of an immediate safety net. None of this support is possible without the generosity of many people and organizations supporting our annual Reach Out Campaign.

To learn more about our Reach Out Campaign, click here.

Posted on: Sunday, February 2nd, 2025

Join a community of awesome teens

Exciting news! The Bernon Family Branch YMCA in Franklin has received a grant from the Town of Franklin to provide free 6-month memberships for Franklin residents ages 13-17 in 2025.

Get Moving. Get Connected. Stay Healthy.

Get moving with your Teen Membership »

Full-service facility provides strength training and cardio workouts
Basketball
Pickleball
Indoor and outdoor pools
Indoor track
Yoga and Pilates all included in membership

Get connected while enjoying a vibrant community »
Amazing teen programs and rewarding employment opportunities include:

Lift Club – a coed program led by a dedicated coach designing monthly workouts designed for your fitness level and goals
Leaders Club – get hands-on experience with community service and youth development programs. Join a meeting Thursdays @ 6:30 PM
Y After Dark – enjoy special Saturday night events exclusively for teens. Join us for fun and excitement!
Now Hiring – Lifeguarding, Child Watch, Sports Coaches, Gymnastics and Dance Coaches positions all available!

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It's all happening at the Y!

Am I eligible? »

Must be a Franklin resident age 13-17.
Discount is offered to active Y members who have a Teen-type membership.
Teens who are part of an active Y family-type membership unit do not qualify for this discount.

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Join the Y!

Please note, these memberships will be available beginning January 1, 2025.

How to Use Your Promo Code: click here to download a PDF document with all the details.

Thank you for being a part of our community!

Any questions? Please contact Kristin Torraco, Membership Director by phone at 508-528-8708 or by email at kristint@hockymca.org.