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Join the YMCA and become part of a family of more than 21 million members in more than 2,600 YMCAs across the country. Our programs are designed to enhance your quality of life. With a YMCA membership, you have full use of the facility. This includes the YMCA wellness center, group exercise, lap and recreational swimming and child watch (babysitting while you are at the YMCA). You also get a free fitness orientation, priority registration for programs and reduced fees for some programs.
You can download the YMCA Membership Application at the bottom of the page.
Membership Categories
- Family: 2 adults living in the same household with dependent children. Children must be 18 years or younger. 22 and younger if the dependent is a full time student as verified through class schedule.
- Single Parent Family: Single parent with dependent children. Children must be 18 years or younger. 22 and younger if the dependent is a full time student as verified through class schedule.
- Couple: Two individuals living at the same address as verified by photo ID.
- Adult:Individual adult ages 19-59
- Youth: Individual 12-18 years or full time student at least 12 credits
- Senior Adult: Individual adult age 60 and older
- Senior Couple: Two individuals living at the same address (as verified by photo ID) where at least one individual is age 60 and older.
AWAY ProgramYour membership travels with you! If you happen to be out of town for business or pleasure, your membership enables you to visit over 2,000 YMCAs in the United States as part of the Always Welcome at YMCAs (AWAY) program. Please check with the local YMCA for their current AWAY membership practices and procedures. Visitors from other YMCAs are welcome. The Alleghany Highlands YMCA AWAY membership program currently provides up to 5 free visits per year (calendar year). Beginning on the 6th visit, there is a daily fee to use the facility.A valid membership card and photo ID are required when visiting the YMCA.
Out of Town GuestMembers can bring out of town guests to the YMCA up to 4 people. The guest can come for up to 2 times per month. After that, the guest must sign up as a YMCA member to utilize the facility. Must show photo ID with out of town address (50+ miles) for every visit. For special situations, please speak with the Member Services Director.This does not apply to local residents guests. Local residents (within a 50 mile radius) are allowed one free visit. On the second visit, he or she must join as a member to utilize the facility.
Membership Belongs to YouYour membership is valid for you and only you. Membership may not be transferred to someone else. Please present your membership card at the Member Services Desk every time you enter the YMCA. Another form of photo identification such as a driver’s license may be used if you forget your official membership card. A replacement card will be issued at a charge of $3 after a photo ID has been used 3 times.
Age and Guest PoliciesWe believe that everyone can benefit from being a member of the YMCA, but we also believe that growing bodies need special guidance! We have youth fit classes designed just for our members ages 3 and up along with special “tween” programs for ages 10-14.
- Children 12 years and older are allowed to visit the YMCA without a parent/guardian and have access to designated areas. Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times while visiting the YMCA or attending an “organized activity”. Organized activity includes all instructional classes and child watch. Use of the gym or swimming pool during open times is NOT considered an organized activity.
- Children between the ages of 6 to 12 years old can utilize the walking track with direct parent supervision. Youth 13 years and older can utilize the walking track without parent/guardian supervision. Children under the age of 6 are not allowed on the walking track at any time. This includes the use of strollers on the track.
- Youth ages 13-15 are allowed to use the Wellness Center once they have earned the Teen Weight Room Certification. Classes are held monthly and both the youth and parent are required to attend the certification class. Once the certification is completed, youth can utilize the wellness center when accompanied by a parent/guardian.
- Youth ages 15 and under are not allowed to use the whirlpool at any time.
Please be aware of areas that have age restrictions. These restrictions are intended to ensure the safety and well being of all of our members. Staff at the member services desk will be happy to inform you have restricted areas.
Continuous Membership Fees & Payment TypesThe Alleghany Highlands YMCA only offers annual and perpetual memberships.
- Bank Draft: We will happily coordinate a bank draft through the bank of your choice. You will not have to worry about due dates or accidentally terminating your membership. We will deduct your monthly membership fees directly from your bank account. The bank draft is continuous and, as such, will continue as long as you are a member.
- Payroll Deduction: A Payroll deduction is available through qualifying employers.
- Manual Payment: For those who prefer to pay manually, the YMCA allows payment either quarterly, bi-annually or annually. If you select this option, payment must be made in full prior to the due date. You will receive an invoice 30 days prior to the payment due date. If not, your membership will be suspended until all fees are paid in full. Your membership will continue to be active. Should you decide that you no longer wish to be a member or wish to change your payment option, we will gladly make those changes for you. A 30-day written notice is required for any of these changes to go into effect. Please visit the member services desk to complete and sign a Change or Cancellation Form
- Program Fees: Certain YMCA programs require a fee in order to participate. The fee must be paid in full at the time of registration.
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Membership Fee Increase Letter 2010.pdf