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Please see the Schedule Page for more info and any ongoing restrictions.
A new user registration system for pool users has been created by the City. You will now create a BCYF user ID to login for scheduling time at the pool and for other BCYF center activities.
For additional info, please call the pool at 617-635-5181 or 617-635-5182 during posted hours on the pool's current schedule. Some days will have abbreviated hours.
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A new user registration system for pool users has been created by the City. You will now create a BCYF user ID to login for scheduling time at the pool and for other BCYF center activities.
For additional info, please call the pool at 617-635-5181 or 617-635-5182 during posted hours on the pool's current schedule. Some days will have abbreviated hours.
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About The Flaherty Swimming Pool
The Flaherty Swimming Pool
... is operated and staffed by the Boston Centers For Youth And Families (BCYF), a department of the City of Boston.
The pool's youth swim team is also partnered with the Roslindale Community School Council, Inc. which provides fiscal oversight of funds collected within the team and for some of its extracurricular programming.
The Flaherty Pool re-opened on July 9, 2013 with a special ceremony following a multimillion dollar renovation. It is now a modern facility with all new equipment.
A BCYF user account is required to use the pool. Any person can use the pool during declared heat emergencies as noted below.
Summer Heat Emergencies:
During declared summer heat emergencies in the City of Boston, the Flaherty Pool may be open to everyone as an emergency "cooling off" facility during which time posted schedules may be suspended. All non-member users will be asked to sign-in at the front desk. Parents must complete an informational sheet for all children. Children under age 8 years or under 4 feet in height must be accompanied by a parent at the pool at all times. Please do not drop off small children as there are no child care provisions. For specifics please ask one of the pool staff or call the pool at 617-635-5181.
COVID POLICIES MAY RESULT IN CHANGES TO THIS POLICY.
The pool maintains a swimmer-to-lifeguard ratio of 20:1. During very crowded summer periods, some swimmers may have to wait to enter the pool, or participate in a rotate-in-and-out process. The staff will endeavor to give everyone swim time while maintaining proper safety ratios.
Winter Closures:
Please listen to area radio and TV announcements for winter weather closures. When the City of Boston closes its schools and community centers, the pool will often also be closed as well.
Storms:
During heavy thunderstorm activity or severe snow weather the pool may close or temporarily suspend operations for safety reasons.
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... is operated and staffed by the Boston Centers For Youth And Families (BCYF), a department of the City of Boston.
The pool's youth swim team is also partnered with the Roslindale Community School Council, Inc. which provides fiscal oversight of funds collected within the team and for some of its extracurricular programming.
The Flaherty Pool re-opened on July 9, 2013 with a special ceremony following a multimillion dollar renovation. It is now a modern facility with all new equipment.
A BCYF user account is required to use the pool. Any person can use the pool during declared heat emergencies as noted below.
Summer Heat Emergencies:
During declared summer heat emergencies in the City of Boston, the Flaherty Pool may be open to everyone as an emergency "cooling off" facility during which time posted schedules may be suspended. All non-member users will be asked to sign-in at the front desk. Parents must complete an informational sheet for all children. Children under age 8 years or under 4 feet in height must be accompanied by a parent at the pool at all times. Please do not drop off small children as there are no child care provisions. For specifics please ask one of the pool staff or call the pool at 617-635-5181.
COVID POLICIES MAY RESULT IN CHANGES TO THIS POLICY.
The pool maintains a swimmer-to-lifeguard ratio of 20:1. During very crowded summer periods, some swimmers may have to wait to enter the pool, or participate in a rotate-in-and-out process. The staff will endeavor to give everyone swim time while maintaining proper safety ratios.
Winter Closures:
Please listen to area radio and TV announcements for winter weather closures. When the City of Boston closes its schools and community centers, the pool will often also be closed as well.
Storms:
During heavy thunderstorm activity or severe snow weather the pool may close or temporarily suspend operations for safety reasons.
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Some of The Pool's Aquatic Programs
Subject to availability, please call ahead
Swimming Lessons - Learn To Swim
Please register for the next course at the pool. You will be contacted when the class starts.
Waiting lists are sometimes required due to staff and space restrictions.
Lessons are scheduled throughout the year.
Participants will learn the front crawl and back crawl.
Prior assessment required! Please arrange to visit the pool with your child so instructors
can assess their maturity level and / or their level of earlier training so they can be assigned
to the appropriate class. Call 617-635-5181 or 617-635-5182 to arrange a visit for assessment.
Adults:
Please register for the next course at the pool. You will be contacted when the class starts.
Lessons are scheduled throughout the year.
Participants will learn the front crawl and back crawl.
Prior assessment required! Please arrange to visit the pool for a pre-lesson meeting with a lifeguard/trainer
Call 617-635-5181 or 617-635-5182 to arrange a visit or stop in at the pool.
All swim classes are scheduled based on demand and availability throughout the year.
Schedules subject to change due to inclement weather, pool maintenance, or schedule conflicts.
Swimming Lessons Check List:
Swim Stroke Clinics - ** Currently not available
Adult Stroke Clinic
Program is based on an 8 week session.
Clinics are designed to reinforce the front and back crawl and to introduce the butterfly and breast strokes
Clinics are not available at all swimming pools.
Youth Stroke Clinics (Age 5 and up)
Program is based on an 8 week session.
Clinics are designed to reinforce the front and back crawl and to introduce the butterfly and breast strokes
Clinics are not available at all swimming pools.
Lifeguard Training / Swim Instructor Training / Various Levels
** Please view the City of Boston BCYF pages for locations for training classes.
Lifeguard Training Course (Scheduled seasonally)
Course is open to all participants Age 15 years and older.
Participants must be able to swim 500 yards front crawl and can swim the breast stroke.
All participants must be evaluated and registered at the Flaherty Pool prior to course date.
Fees: The American Red Cross has a fee for a certificate of completion of the course. Rates vary annually.
City of Boston - Boston Centers For Youth And Families Lifeguard Institute (Scheduled seasonally)
Course is open to participants age 16-17 years
Participants must obtain an employee ID number through the City's Department of Youth Engagement
Success-Link online registration system. Success-Link registrations are available between January and March
each year (dates announced)
Participants must complete 500 yds (front crawl) and can swim the breast stroke.
All participants must be evaluated and registered at the Flaherty Pool prior to the course start date.
This course helps provide an opportunity for summer paid seasonal internships (**) at City of Boston,
Boston Centers For Youth and Families Swimming Pools. Employment is not guaranteed.
Fees: The American Red Cross has a fee for a certificate of completion of the course. Rates vary annually.
** Summer Lifeguard Paid Internships **
For Youth Ages 16-17 years who have registered through the City's Youth Success-Link system, and
completed the lifeguard training institute and are interested in working seasonal at a City of Boston,
Boston Centers For Youth and Families Swimming Pool
Water Safety Instruction
For Ages 15 years and up.
Must be able to swim all 4 competitive strokes proficiently.
This certification is required to teach swim lessons at aquatic facilities.
Course is offered seasonally at various locations. Class is promoted when course dates are fixed.
Competitive Swimming (Youth)
Our resident swim team is the Flaherty Dolphins.
See more here or e-mail the team organizers at: flahertyswimming02131@gmail.com
>> The above e-mail address is ONLY for the organizers of the Flaherty Dolphins competitive swim team.
DO NOT use this address for swimming lessons. Please contact the pool at 617-635-5181, or 617-635-5182
or the pool manager: louis.barnes@boston.gov.
Metro Swim League
Flaherty Dolphins also participate in this league along with the BCYF intramural leagues.
Participants in this program are expected to practice regularly with the team each week at
scheduled times for their division, as well as participate in competitions when held
(usually Saturdays or Sundays). The goal is to improve swimming competence and confidence
in a competitive team environment.
Please inquire at the pool or e-mail the Flaherty Dolphins at the address above.
Fees: Fees are assessed seasonally. Please inquire.
-- The Metro Swim League competes with various swim clubs at other swimming pools within
the Rte 495 highway belt. Some competitions are held in Boston at the Flaherty Pool or other available
City of Boston swimming pools. Away competitions are held at the respective home pool of the other club.
City of Boston, Boston Centers For Youth and Families League
Flaherty Dolphins participate in this league
Participants in this program are swimmers who participate regularly in stroke clinics.
Swimmers are expected to practice regularly with the team each week at scheduled times
and participate in competitions which are held on Fridays.
The goal is to introduce competitive swimming to youth
-- The Boston Centers For Youth and Families League competes with various swim clubs at other
City of Boston swimming pools. Some competitions are held at the Flaherty Pool or other
available City of Boston swimming pools.
Subject to availability, please call ahead
Swimming Lessons - Learn To Swim
- Programs based on an 8-week or 8 sessions period.
- Members will learn various levels of strokes
- All swim skills will be properly assessed before certifications are issued.
Please register for the next course at the pool. You will be contacted when the class starts.
Waiting lists are sometimes required due to staff and space restrictions.
Lessons are scheduled throughout the year.
Participants will learn the front crawl and back crawl.
Prior assessment required! Please arrange to visit the pool with your child so instructors
can assess their maturity level and / or their level of earlier training so they can be assigned
to the appropriate class. Call 617-635-5181 or 617-635-5182 to arrange a visit for assessment.
Adults:
Please register for the next course at the pool. You will be contacted when the class starts.
Lessons are scheduled throughout the year.
Participants will learn the front crawl and back crawl.
Prior assessment required! Please arrange to visit the pool for a pre-lesson meeting with a lifeguard/trainer
Call 617-635-5181 or 617-635-5182 to arrange a visit or stop in at the pool.
All swim classes are scheduled based on demand and availability throughout the year.
Schedules subject to change due to inclement weather, pool maintenance, or schedule conflicts.
Swimming Lessons Check List:
- Swimsuit or trunks
- Goggles (for your eyes)
- Swim cap & Towel
- "Flip-Flops" or sandals (for your feet)
- A bag for your supplies with your name on it.
- Classes are 30 minutes in length
- Learn your instructor's name
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to change and be on deck for your class starting time.
- Parents are not allowed on the pool deck during youth classes
Swim Stroke Clinics - ** Currently not available
Adult Stroke Clinic
Program is based on an 8 week session.
Clinics are designed to reinforce the front and back crawl and to introduce the butterfly and breast strokes
Clinics are not available at all swimming pools.
Youth Stroke Clinics (Age 5 and up)
Program is based on an 8 week session.
Clinics are designed to reinforce the front and back crawl and to introduce the butterfly and breast strokes
Clinics are not available at all swimming pools.
Lifeguard Training / Swim Instructor Training / Various Levels
** Please view the City of Boston BCYF pages for locations for training classes.
Lifeguard Training Course (Scheduled seasonally)
Course is open to all participants Age 15 years and older.
Participants must be able to swim 500 yards front crawl and can swim the breast stroke.
All participants must be evaluated and registered at the Flaherty Pool prior to course date.
Fees: The American Red Cross has a fee for a certificate of completion of the course. Rates vary annually.
City of Boston - Boston Centers For Youth And Families Lifeguard Institute (Scheduled seasonally)
Course is open to participants age 16-17 years
Participants must obtain an employee ID number through the City's Department of Youth Engagement
Success-Link online registration system. Success-Link registrations are available between January and March
each year (dates announced)
Participants must complete 500 yds (front crawl) and can swim the breast stroke.
All participants must be evaluated and registered at the Flaherty Pool prior to the course start date.
This course helps provide an opportunity for summer paid seasonal internships (**) at City of Boston,
Boston Centers For Youth and Families Swimming Pools. Employment is not guaranteed.
Fees: The American Red Cross has a fee for a certificate of completion of the course. Rates vary annually.
** Summer Lifeguard Paid Internships **
For Youth Ages 16-17 years who have registered through the City's Youth Success-Link system, and
completed the lifeguard training institute and are interested in working seasonal at a City of Boston,
Boston Centers For Youth and Families Swimming Pool
Water Safety Instruction
For Ages 15 years and up.
Must be able to swim all 4 competitive strokes proficiently.
This certification is required to teach swim lessons at aquatic facilities.
Course is offered seasonally at various locations. Class is promoted when course dates are fixed.
Competitive Swimming (Youth)
Our resident swim team is the Flaherty Dolphins.
See more here or e-mail the team organizers at: flahertyswimming02131@gmail.com
>> The above e-mail address is ONLY for the organizers of the Flaherty Dolphins competitive swim team.
DO NOT use this address for swimming lessons. Please contact the pool at 617-635-5181, or 617-635-5182
or the pool manager: louis.barnes@boston.gov.
Metro Swim League
Flaherty Dolphins also participate in this league along with the BCYF intramural leagues.
Participants in this program are expected to practice regularly with the team each week at
scheduled times for their division, as well as participate in competitions when held
(usually Saturdays or Sundays). The goal is to improve swimming competence and confidence
in a competitive team environment.
Please inquire at the pool or e-mail the Flaherty Dolphins at the address above.
Fees: Fees are assessed seasonally. Please inquire.
-- The Metro Swim League competes with various swim clubs at other swimming pools within
the Rte 495 highway belt. Some competitions are held in Boston at the Flaherty Pool or other available
City of Boston swimming pools. Away competitions are held at the respective home pool of the other club.
City of Boston, Boston Centers For Youth and Families League
Flaherty Dolphins participate in this league
Participants in this program are swimmers who participate regularly in stroke clinics.
Swimmers are expected to practice regularly with the team each week at scheduled times
and participate in competitions which are held on Fridays.
The goal is to introduce competitive swimming to youth
-- The Boston Centers For Youth and Families League competes with various swim clubs at other
City of Boston swimming pools. Some competitions are held at the Flaherty Pool or other
available City of Boston swimming pools.
 Dedicated lap swim time is available |
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Listening and learning how to swim
Above images were taken before the renovation project. New images will be uploaded later.
