The YMCA Membership is the best value for your dollar in health and fitness programs for the entire family! Get unlimited access to our wellness centre, fitness classe, aquatic centre and much more. Become a member today!
The following illustrate the value of YMCA membership when compared to other leisure activities as well as, perhaps less directly, to other health and fitness facilities.
Value for Your Dollar
- the monthly cost of a YMCA family membership is only slightly more than the cost of a family of five to enjoy ONE movie with snacks at a major theatre
- the monthly cost of a YMCA Plus membership is about as much as ONE evening of fine dining for two
The Value of Qualified and Caring Staff
- staff and volunteers support members in their health and wellness goals because they care
- staff and volunteers love their work and this is demonstrated in all they do
- staff and volunteers are trained and certified making them experts in their field
- the YMCA offers volunteer leadership development for members who would like to foster individual growth in other aspects of their lives
The Value of YMCA Full Service Facilities
- YMCA facilities include options for a diverse range of activities such as fully certified aquatics programs, adult fitness and lifestyle programs as well as a range of children’s programs
- these services are supported by a full-size four-lane pool, a shallow warm-water therapy pool, a play pool for the kids, a full-sized gymnasium, a workout centre with weight and cardio equipment.
- facilities also include babysitting and full-time daycare and multipurpose rooms for children whose parents are using the facility
- The YMCA allow families to enjoy time together - children can swim, adults can attend fitness classes and younger children can be booked into babysitting or fun programs all at the same time
- membership includes full-facility access as well as ongoing personal program design
The Value of Personalized Services
- YMCA staff and volunteers offer facility tours and orientations so members may become familiar with their YMCA
- Workout centre staff offer personalized assessments as well as fitness programs and the Wellness Key to help members meet their health and wellness goals.
The Value of a Healthy Lifestyle
- benefits of an active and healthy lifestyle include reduced risk of heart disease, maintenance of healthy weight, decreased blood pressure, reduced risk of premature death and stronger bones and immune system
- some less-known benefits include higher self-esteem, reduced stress, increased energy, increased relaxation and an increased likelihood of maintaining functional ability
- inactivity has its price - 26% of Canadians are at risk due to excessive weight, 38% of Canadian women are at risk of osteoporosis due to inactivity and 25% of heart disease death in adults aged 45 to 64 are due to inactivity
The Value of the YMCA’s Mission
- the YMCA is an organization that offers all members diverse opportunities to enhance the quality of their lives
- YMCA staff strive to express the core character values in all they do – caring, honesty, respect, responsibility
- the YMCA’s relationship development concept can be seen in the quality of service and care demonstrated by YMCA staff and volunteers- they are not only certified and well-trained but are also caring and committed
- members can benefit from the strong sense of community fostered by the YMCA both among others with similar interests and as a part of the entire association
- members can give back to the community through various volunteer and philanthropic opportunities
Valued Community Charity
- the YMCA provides opportunities to all members of the community through the YMCA Open Door Policy
- assistance is supported by the Strong Kids Campaign so that "no one is turned away"
- the YMCA contributes to the community through its association with other charities
Additional membership benefits include:
- Access to all YMCA's in America
- Member discounts on specialty programs
- Registration privileges prior to non-members
- The Open Door Program is available for those in need.
At the YMCA, no one is turned away because they are unable to pay the full fee. We are committed to ensuring everyone in the community can benefit from involvement in the YMCA. Find out about the YMCA Open Door Program. |
