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Saturday June 13, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
Sunday June 14, 2026
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
Monday June 15, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
Tuesday June 16, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Cactus Juice Ultimate Frisbee
 
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM    BSSC Adult Softball
 
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Wednesday June 17, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    MBTA Ultimate Frisbee
 
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Thursday June 18, 2026
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM    Lifeguard Training - Lifeguard Review
This class is designed for potential employees who would like to lifeguard at Wright's Pond and Tufts Pool for the 2026 Summer Season or at Medford High School Pool.  For details and to register, please contact Kevin Bailey at kbailey@medford-ma.gov
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    BUDA (Michael)
 
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Friday June 19, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
Saturday June 20, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
Sunday June 21, 2026
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
Monday June 22, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
Tuesday June 23, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Cactus Juice Ultimate Frisbee
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Women's ONLY DROP-IN Basketball - Women's Only Basketball
Join us for a friendly game of basketball for Women's ONLY. No registration required, pay at the front desk. All skill levels welcome. Please be mindful of the dates/schedule as there are some days off during the session and in between sessions. Summer 2026 session will take place at Tufts Park Basketball courts. Please check in and make payment at the front desk of Tufts Park Pool. 
 
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM    BSSC Adult Softball
 
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Wednesday June 24, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    MBTA Ultimate Frisbee
 
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Thursday June 25, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    BUDA (Michael)
 
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Friday June 26, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
Saturday June 27, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    MYGS
 
Sunday June 28, 2026
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM    MYGS
 
Monday June 29, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Summer Basketball Clinics - June Basketball Clinic
Join Coach Skerry and Recreation Staff for Summer Basketball Clinics at Medford High School. This clinic will work on improving your skills, build endurance and gain a competitive edge. An emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership skills will be included in the clinic. - Coach John Skerry has over twenty five years of playing and coaching experience and has run numerous basketball clinics, camps, and tournamets in Medford since 2015.- Boys Varsity Head Coach at Medford High School from 2015-2023. -Also coached at Tufts University, Minuteman High School, The Maimonides School, and Suffolk   University, and The Bay State Games- Captain of the Tufts University Men’s Basketball Team 1994*What to Bring*- Basketball shoes and comfortable clothing. - Water bottle. - Positive attitude and willingness to learn!
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
Tuesday June 30, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Summer Basketball Clinics - June Basketball Clinic
Join Coach Skerry and Recreation Staff for Summer Basketball Clinics at Medford High School. This clinic will work on improving your skills, build endurance and gain a competitive edge. An emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership skills will be included in the clinic. - Coach John Skerry has over twenty five years of playing and coaching experience and has run numerous basketball clinics, camps, and tournamets in Medford since 2015.- Boys Varsity Head Coach at Medford High School from 2015-2023. -Also coached at Tufts University, Minuteman High School, The Maimonides School, and Suffolk   University, and The Bay State Games- Captain of the Tufts University Men’s Basketball Team 1994*What to Bring*- Basketball shoes and comfortable clothing. - Water bottle. - Positive attitude and willingness to learn!
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM    MYGS
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Cactus Juice Ultimate Frisbee
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Aqua Power Fitness - Aqua Power Fitness
If you are looking for a workout to maintain or increase your fitness level, with less impact on your joints, a “liquid gym” is the place to be. Aqua Power is a full body water aerobics workout, combining cardio and toning exercises set to fun, upbeat music. Swimming skills are not required.This is a Drop In Program. Please pay the drop in fee at the front desk. Open to Residents and Non-Residents.
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Women's ONLY DROP-IN Basketball - Women's Only Basketball
Join us for a friendly game of basketball for Women's ONLY. No registration required, pay at the front desk. All skill levels welcome. Please be mindful of the dates/schedule as there are some days off during the session and in between sessions. Summer 2026 session will take place at Tufts Park Basketball courts. Please check in and make payment at the front desk of Tufts Park Pool. 
 
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM    BSSC Adult Softball
 
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Wednesday July 1, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Summer Basketball Clinics - June Basketball Clinic
Join Coach Skerry and Recreation Staff for Summer Basketball Clinics at Medford High School. This clinic will work on improving your skills, build endurance and gain a competitive edge. An emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership skills will be included in the clinic. - Coach John Skerry has over twenty five years of playing and coaching experience and has run numerous basketball clinics, camps, and tournamets in Medford since 2015.- Boys Varsity Head Coach at Medford High School from 2015-2023. -Also coached at Tufts University, Minuteman High School, The Maimonides School, and Suffolk   University, and The Bay State Games- Captain of the Tufts University Men’s Basketball Team 1994*What to Bring*- Basketball shoes and comfortable clothing. - Water bottle. - Positive attitude and willingness to learn!
 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    MBTA Ultimate Frisbee
 
Thursday July 2, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Summer Basketball Clinics - June Basketball Clinic
Join Coach Skerry and Recreation Staff for Summer Basketball Clinics at Medford High School. This clinic will work on improving your skills, build endurance and gain a competitive edge. An emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership skills will be included in the clinic. - Coach John Skerry has over twenty five years of playing and coaching experience and has run numerous basketball clinics, camps, and tournamets in Medford since 2015.- Boys Varsity Head Coach at Medford High School from 2015-2023. -Also coached at Tufts University, Minuteman High School, The Maimonides School, and Suffolk   University, and The Bay State Games- Captain of the Tufts University Men’s Basketball Team 1994*What to Bring*- Basketball shoes and comfortable clothing. - Water bottle. - Positive attitude and willingness to learn!
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    BUDA (Michael)
 
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM    VOLO Sports Softball
 
Monday July 6, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Summer Park Program - Summer Park Program: Week 1 : July 6-July 10, 2026
Come join in the fun with our Recreation Department's full-day park program! We’re thrilled to welcome kids going into grades 1-6 to Tufts Park this summer, running Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. There’s so much to enjoy - swimming, playing games, making crafts, and going on exciting field trips! Please be aware that once you register, refunds will not be available in the event of a cancellation. However, a credit may be issued to your account should if you withdraw before April 1st, 2026. After this date, no credits will be issued.  Registration begins Tuesday Feb 3rd at 9am. You can register for as many weeks as needed. All participants must complete and return the following documents...Documents can be emailed to MedfordRecreation@medford-ma.gov1. Child Awareness Form2. Signed Family Handbook Below is a draft of the schedule. Please note, this file was uploaded in January and is subject to change. SPP ScheduleInterested in an extended day? Recreation is offering an extended day program from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Children participating in extended day will have an opportunity to swim or play in the park until pick up time. Extended Day Program Registration LinkMeet the Staff on Monday, June 29th from 6pm-7pm.
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM    Power Kids Camp
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Summer Park Program Extended Day - Extended Day: Week 1: July 6-July 10
This program is to extend the day of the Summer Park Program from 8:30am-4:30pm to 8:30am-6:00pm. After the regular pick up time, children registered for the extended day will stay with our counselors for swim or play in the park until 6:00pm.
 
Tuesday July 7, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Summer Park Program - Summer Park Program: Week 1 : July 6-July 10, 2026
Come join in the fun with our Recreation Department's full-day park program! We’re thrilled to welcome kids going into grades 1-6 to Tufts Park this summer, running Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. There’s so much to enjoy - swimming, playing games, making crafts, and going on exciting field trips! Please be aware that once you register, refunds will not be available in the event of a cancellation. However, a credit may be issued to your account should if you withdraw before April 1st, 2026. After this date, no credits will be issued.  Registration begins Tuesday Feb 3rd at 9am. You can register for as many weeks as needed. All participants must complete and return the following documents...Documents can be emailed to MedfordRecreation@medford-ma.gov1. Child Awareness Form2. Signed Family Handbook Below is a draft of the schedule. Please note, this file was uploaded in January and is subject to change. SPP ScheduleInterested in an extended day? Recreation is offering an extended day program from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Children participating in extended day will have an opportunity to swim or play in the park until pick up time. Extended Day Program Registration LinkMeet the Staff on Monday, June 29th from 6pm-7pm.
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM    Power Kids Camp
 
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM    Tufts University Camp
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Summer Park Program Extended Day - Extended Day: Week 1: July 6-July 10
This program is to extend the day of the Summer Park Program from 8:30am-4:30pm to 8:30am-6:00pm. After the regular pick up time, children registered for the extended day will stay with our counselors for swim or play in the park until 6:00pm.
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Cactus Juice Ultimate Frisbee
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Aqua Power Fitness - Aqua Power Fitness
If you are looking for a workout to maintain or increase your fitness level, with less impact on your joints, a “liquid gym” is the place to be. Aqua Power is a full body water aerobics workout, combining cardio and toning exercises set to fun, upbeat music. Swimming skills are not required.This is a Drop In Program. Please pay the drop in fee at the front desk. Open to Residents and Non-Residents.
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Women's ONLY DROP-IN Basketball - Women's Only Basketball
Join us for a friendly game of basketball for Women's ONLY. No registration required, pay at the front desk. All skill levels welcome. Please be mindful of the dates/schedule as there are some days off during the session and in between sessions. Summer 2026 session will take place at Tufts Park Basketball courts. Please check in and make payment at the front desk of Tufts Park Pool. 
 
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM    BSSC Adult Softball
 
Wednesday July 8, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Summer Park Program - Summer Park Program: Week 1 : July 6-July 10, 2026
Come join in the fun with our Recreation Department's full-day park program! We’re thrilled to welcome kids going into grades 1-6 to Tufts Park this summer, running Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. There’s so much to enjoy - swimming, playing games, making crafts, and going on exciting field trips! Please be aware that once you register, refunds will not be available in the event of a cancellation. However, a credit may be issued to your account should if you withdraw before April 1st, 2026. After this date, no credits will be issued.  Registration begins Tuesday Feb 3rd at 9am. You can register for as many weeks as needed. All participants must complete and return the following documents...Documents can be emailed to MedfordRecreation@medford-ma.gov1. Child Awareness Form2. Signed Family Handbook Below is a draft of the schedule. Please note, this file was uploaded in January and is subject to change. SPP ScheduleInterested in an extended day? Recreation is offering an extended day program from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Children participating in extended day will have an opportunity to swim or play in the park until pick up time. Extended Day Program Registration LinkMeet the Staff on Monday, June 29th from 6pm-7pm.
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM    Power Kids Camp
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Summer Park Program Extended Day - Extended Day: Week 1: July 6-July 10
This program is to extend the day of the Summer Park Program from 8:30am-4:30pm to 8:30am-6:00pm. After the regular pick up time, children registered for the extended day will stay with our counselors for swim or play in the park until 6:00pm.
 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    MBTA Ultimate Frisbee
 
Thursday July 9, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Summer Park Program - Summer Park Program: Week 1 : July 6-July 10, 2026
Come join in the fun with our Recreation Department's full-day park program! We’re thrilled to welcome kids going into grades 1-6 to Tufts Park this summer, running Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. There’s so much to enjoy - swimming, playing games, making crafts, and going on exciting field trips! Please be aware that once you register, refunds will not be available in the event of a cancellation. However, a credit may be issued to your account should if you withdraw before April 1st, 2026. After this date, no credits will be issued.  Registration begins Tuesday Feb 3rd at 9am. You can register for as many weeks as needed. All participants must complete and return the following documents...Documents can be emailed to MedfordRecreation@medford-ma.gov1. Child Awareness Form2. Signed Family Handbook Below is a draft of the schedule. Please note, this file was uploaded in January and is subject to change. SPP ScheduleInterested in an extended day? Recreation is offering an extended day program from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Children participating in extended day will have an opportunity to swim or play in the park until pick up time. Extended Day Program Registration LinkMeet the Staff on Monday, June 29th from 6pm-7pm.
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM    Power Kids Camp
 
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM    Tufts University Camp
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Summer Park Program Extended Day - Extended Day: Week 1: July 6-July 10
This program is to extend the day of the Summer Park Program from 8:30am-4:30pm to 8:30am-6:00pm. After the regular pick up time, children registered for the extended day will stay with our counselors for swim or play in the park until 6:00pm.
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    BUDA (Michael)
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Adaptive Swim Lessons - Adaptive Swim Lessons
Do you have a child with special needs or disabilities who would benefit from adaptive swim lessons? Our classes are designed to cater to their individual needs and goals.Each session begins with a group warm-up, stretching, and practice of basic skills like kicking and floating. Then, we break off into smaller groups or individual sessions to work on specific swimming skills.To ensure the success of our lessons, we ask parents to fill out a form when registering their child. This helps us tailor the lessons to meet each child's needs. We can't wait to help your child become a confident swimmer!
 
Friday July 10, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Summer Park Program - Summer Park Program: Week 1 : July 6-July 10, 2026
Come join in the fun with our Recreation Department's full-day park program! We’re thrilled to welcome kids going into grades 1-6 to Tufts Park this summer, running Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. There’s so much to enjoy - swimming, playing games, making crafts, and going on exciting field trips! Please be aware that once you register, refunds will not be available in the event of a cancellation. However, a credit may be issued to your account should if you withdraw before April 1st, 2026. After this date, no credits will be issued.  Registration begins Tuesday Feb 3rd at 9am. You can register for as many weeks as needed. All participants must complete and return the following documents...Documents can be emailed to MedfordRecreation@medford-ma.gov1. Child Awareness Form2. Signed Family Handbook Below is a draft of the schedule. Please note, this file was uploaded in January and is subject to change. SPP ScheduleInterested in an extended day? Recreation is offering an extended day program from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Children participating in extended day will have an opportunity to swim or play in the park until pick up time. Extended Day Program Registration LinkMeet the Staff on Monday, June 29th from 6pm-7pm.
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM    Power Kids Camp
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Summer Park Program Extended Day - Extended Day: Week 1: July 6-July 10
This program is to extend the day of the Summer Park Program from 8:30am-4:30pm to 8:30am-6:00pm. After the regular pick up time, children registered for the extended day will stay with our counselors for swim or play in the park until 6:00pm.
 
Saturday July 11, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Adult Swim Lessons - Adult Learn to Swim
Whether your young or old, its never too late to learn how to swim. Medford High Swim Team Varsity Coach Mary Judge will be teaching adult learn to swim lessons this summer. Mary will be working with adults who are fearful or uncomfortable around water to teach the basics of swimming. Topics will include putting your face in the water, floating, kicking on your front, front crawl, and how to swim with a life jacket.
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Sensory Friendly Open Swim - Sensory Friendly Open Swim
This scheduled time is dedicated to children, adults, and their families to attend open swim at Tufts Pool in a less crowded setting. Please attend the pool during this time if someone in your household has difficulty with sensory such as loud noises. Entry to the pool requires a Tufts Pool membership or daily fee pass. 
 
Monday July 13, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Summer Park Program - Summer Park Program: Week 2 : July 13-July 17, 2026
Come join in the fun with our Recreation Department's full-day park program! We’re thrilled to welcome kids going into grades 1-6 to Tufts Park this summer, running Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. There’s so much to enjoy - swimming, playing games, making crafts, and going on exciting field trips! Please be aware that once you register, refunds will not be available in the event of a cancellation. However, a credit may be issued to your account should if you withdraw before April 1st, 2026. After this date, no credits will be issued.  Registration begins Tuesday Feb 3rd at 9am. You can register for as many weeks as needed. All participants must complete and return the following documents...Documents can be emailed to MedfordRecreation@medford-ma.gov1. Child Awareness Form2. Signed Family Handbook Below is a draft of the schedule. Please note, this file was uploaded in January and is subject to change. SPP ScheduleInterested in an extended day? Recreation is offering an extended day program from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Children participating in extended day will have an opportunity to swim or play in the park until pick up time. Extended Day Program Registration LinkMeet the Staff on Monday, June 29th from 6pm-7pm.
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 1
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 2
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 3
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Session 1: July 6-July 17 - Level 4
Medford Recreation has become an authorized provider to teach American Red Cross swim lessons at Tufts Pool this Summer. Swim lessons will remain the same as previous years, but our Instructors will now be teaching the Red Cross curriculum. Please register your child for the level you feel is appropriate. On the first day of class, Instructors will be evaluating skills and move children into the appropriate levels. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 1- Introduction to Water SkillsIn this class, children are new to swimming. Students will learn how to enter & exit the pool, put their face in the water, blow bubbles, float on their front & back, push off the wall, and kick on their front and back with assistance. Beginners: American Red Cross Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic SkillsThis class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Students will work on independent floating, retrieving submerged objects, swimming on front and back independently, and treading water. Intermediate: American Red Cross Level 3  Stroke Development In this class, students must be able to swim independently on their front and back. Students will learn rotary breathing, elementary backstroke, scissors kick, dolphin kick, and kneeling dives. Advanced: American Red Cross Level 4 Stroke Improvement This class is for swimmers who can swim one full length of the pool front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will learn breaststroke, back crawl, butterfly, and diving. All classes are 45 minutes long. Please have all children with shoulder length hair or longer, wear a bathing cap or tie their hair into a pony tail. Swim goggles are recommended.Open to Medford Residents Only
 
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM    Power Kids Camp
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Summer Park Program Extended Day - Extended Day: Week 2: July 13-July 17
This program is to extend the day of the Summer Park Program from 8:30am-4:30pm to 8:30am-6:00pm. After the regular pick up time, children registered for the extended day will stay with our counselors for swim or play in the park until 6:00pm.