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If you want to register for a membership, please visit our registration page and select your local YMCA branch to join the YMCA.

Welcome to YMCA Membership
The YMCA is a place for you and your family to experience and welcome an active lifestyle. We offer something for the whole family. This information will help you to get to know your YMCA and all it has to offer. The YMCA is a youth, adult and family non-profit, volunteer-driven organization offering a wide variety of programs and activities for YMCA members and the community. We hope that your relationship with us is as meaningful to you and your family as it is to us.


	YMCA Amenities

	With your Facility Membership

Programs/facilities for everyone in your family!
FREE use of all Valley of the Sun facilities and YMCAs throughout the country.
Personal Training
State-of-the-Art Health and Fitness Centers.
FREE Child Watch while you work out.
Dozens of FREE fitness classes weekly, including many in pool.
Fully trained staff to help you with your goals.
Special family and teen nights all year long.
Special Low Rates for all programs

	Indoor Basketball Courts Group Exercise Classes Personal Training FitStart® Programs Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment Strength Training Equipment Outdoor Heated Pools ChildWatch & Playgrounds Teen Centers Men's, Women's locker rooms Full outdoor sports facilities Much More * Amenities differ among branches


	Membership

	The purpose of YMCA membership is to involve individuals and families of all backgrounds and abilities in the YMCA so that they can grow healthier. No contracts are required at the YMCA.

		Membership Categories Each of our YMCAs works diligently to serve the needs of the local community. For this reason, membership categories and age ranges for each category may vary from branch to branch. Please call or visit your local branch for an up-to-date list of membership categories available. Adult Membership Adult memberships are generally for those aged 19-59 years and provide full access to the facility. Senior Membership Senior Memberships provide the same access as an adult membership but are sold to those 60 years and over (varies from branch to branch). Student Membership Student memberships provide the same access as Adult Memberships but are intended for students ages 14-18 (actual ages may vary among branches). Youth must complete an orientation before using the strength training equipment. Youth Membership Memberships for those ages 13 and younger (actual ages may vary among branches) can be purchased at the member services desk. Program Membership Program Memberships are available for children and adults who do not wish to use the facility but wish to participate in programs offered at the YMCA. Program Memberships are annual and must be current throughout the duration of the program. Assisted Membership The YMCA wants all persons to take part in our programs and enjoy our facilities and services. Financial aid is available for YMCA Memberships and programs. Contact your local YMCA for more information. Back to top Family Memberships Families with one or two adults in the household may purchase a membership that includes all children under the age of 18 and living in the same household. Please see price information at the member service desk.


	Facility Information

	Valley-Wide Access Once you have purchased a Valley-Wide membership at the YMCA you are welcome to visit any Valley of the Sun YMCA.

		Facility Tours Facility tours are available during our business hours and are free to the public. The tour takes about 15 - 40 minutes and the whole family is invited to participate. Facility Access Everyone is welcome at the YMCA. To enhance facility security, all members accessing the facility need to check in with a Member Service staff and swipe their cards in our scanners. A non-member using the YMCA is required to register as a guest and present a photo ID prior to accessing the facility. Drop-Ins Non-members are invited to use our facility by paying the guest pass fee. Please see the Member Service desk or call your local facility for rates. Guest Pass Users. Valley of the Sun YMCA guest passes can be redeemed at the member services desk. Guest passes have no cash value and are valid for one visit. Expired guest passes cannot be used. Photo identification is required. See each branch for specific policies. Always Welcome At YMCAs (AWAY) The Valley of the Sun is a member of the AWAY program and you are welcome to visit YMCAs across the country and all around the world. Policies and prices vary according to each YMCA in different cities. When inquiring about facilities and visitation please have current membership card with you. Guest Access Guests who accompany members to the YMCA may use the facility on a guest pass or by paying the daily guest fee. Guests and drop-in facility users are expected to comply with the philosophy of the YMCA as outlined in this guide, as well as register at the Member Service desk each time they visit. Locker Rooms Amenities Complimentary lockers are for day use only. Included in the general locker rooms are full lockers, mirrored counter space, blow dryers, electrical outlets, swimsuit spinner (varies at branches), rest rooms and showers with soap dispensers.


	Additional Information

	Financial Assistance The YMCA does not turn anyone away due to the inability to pay. Financial aid is available to those who require assistance for membership or programs. Please call or stop by your local Y more information.

		Mission Statement The Valley of the Sun YMCA Mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Etiquette Statement The YMCA is a shared experience for everyone to enjoy. Each of us can make it better for all by being considerate of others. YMCA members, volunteers and staff pledge to treat one another with Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Membership Cancellations You may cancel your YMCA membership at any time with a written 30-day notice. Ask at the Member Service desk for a membership cancellation form. Complete the form and submit with supporting documentation, which clearly indicates the reason for the cancellation. Member Code of Conduct Using the principles of Honesty, Responsibility, Caring and Respect as a guide, we have implemented the following Code of Conduct to ensure that all who participate with the Y enjoy a safe, welcoming and comfortable environment. We ask individuals to act in a manner that upholds these principles at all times when they are in our facility or participating in our programs. We expect those using the YMCA to behave in a way that show respect and caring for others, which includes not using any language or engaging in any action that can hurt or frighten another person or that falls below a generally accepted standard of conduct. Specifically, actions not adhering to these guidelines and are not permitted include: Wearing inappropriate attire. Attire must be appropriate, including swimsuits only in the pool area, and shoes, shorts and shirts or leotard in other areas of the facility. Clothing with vulgar or profane writing or language is not allowed. Using angry or vulgar language including swearing, name-calling or shouting. Making physical contact with a person in any angry or threatening way. Engaging in sexual activity or contact with another person. Harassing or intimidating bywords, gestures, body language or any other menacing behavior. Stealing or other behavior, which results in the destruction of property. Carrying or concealing any weapons devices or objects which maybe used as a weapon. Using or possessing illegal chemicals or alcohol on YMCA property or in YMCA vehicles. Smoking. All YMCA facilities offer a smoke-free environment for those who use them. Any other conduct of an inappropriate, threatening or offensive nature. Members and guests are encouraged to be responsible for their personal comfort and safety, and to ask any person whose behavior threatens their comfort to refrain from doing so.


	Corporate Membership

	Healthy employees produce healthy profits. What is the YMCA Corporate Membership Program?

		The YMCA has established many relationships with corporations, self-insured companies and health organizations, which have allowed the Y to offer membership benefits through marketing exchanges, capitation, subsidization, or preferred membership pricing programs. Our mission is to develop long-term relationships with companies and insurance providers, and, by doing so, to help minimize employee health care costs and maximize employee productivity and retention. For a flyer about our program, click here. For more information about the YMCA Corporate Membership Program, email Kara Stoughton or call her at 602) 212-6032 Y Corporate Membership Program Benefits: State of the art fitness center featuring treadmills, ellipticals, stairclimbers, recumbent bikes, strength training equipment Aerobics studio featuring step, strength training, group cycling, wellness programs, martial arts, dance, seated aerobics, yoga, Pilate’s, core stability training Free weights Swimming Child Watch, Pre-Teen Areas for supervised play while parents pursue health and wellness FitStart, the 12-week program designed to motivate people who want to make lasting changes Corporate Membership Programs Accomplish Boost Morale Reduce Absenteeism Increase Productivity Increase Energy Levels Decrease Stress Reduce Injury Reduce medical costs Increase Employee Retention Better enjoyment of all physical activity Corporate Membership Facts: One-half of all medical costs are attributable to preventable illness. From $247 billion in 1973, medical costs have climbed to well over the $1 trillion mark in the new millennium. Business paid an estimated 30-40% of those costs. The Surgeon General has determined that lack of physical activity is detrimental to a person's health. Studies show that employees who exercise as little as once a week incur healthcare costs that are one-third to one-half lower than those who don’t. The Canadian Life Assurance Company had 63% of the wellness program participants indicated that they felt more energetic, patient and relaxed during work. Bank of America realized a return of $6 for every $1 spent on its health promotion program. PepsiCo found that its wellness program produced a 300% return on investment. Northern Gas Co employees who participate in the company’s corporate membership program use 80% fewer sick days than non-exercising employees. The City of Birmingham AL, was able to keep its healthcare costs 21% below the state average over a five year period due to their wellness program.