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General Information

At the YMCA we're more than just a place to work out. We're a place where you can be yourself.

Whether you're just starting on the road to health and wellness, or a veteran, you'll feel comfortable at the YMCA.
Visit and you'll understand why so many people love it here!

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Member Benefits:

• Kids Zone Activity Center -Supervised Play for your child while you workout! (2 hours per day FREE!)
• 40+ FREE Fitness Classes each week
• Free 8-week motivational program, Commit To Be Fit
• Free Steam and Sauna for YMCA Adult Members (20 Yrs. & up)
• Free Monthly E-Newsletter – sign up online at www.kishymca.org!
• Convenient, online registration for programs and classes at www.kishymca.org
• FREE Racquetball/Wally ball (equipment use at no extra charge)
• Priority registration for members
• Reduced class fees for members
• Free Personal Fitness Equipment Training Session for all new members
• AWAY PROGRAM - Access to YMCAs across the country
• Never a contract

YMCA Facilities & Amenities

• 2 Indoor Pools
• Wellness Center 48+ pieces of cardio equipment, Free weights, Life Fitness and Cybex Strength equipment
• 30-Minute Express strength training workout circuit
• Additional Circuit Training room
• Youth Activity Center
• New spin room (off of gymnasium)
• Basketball Gym (basketballs provided)
• Kids Zone Activity Center (babysitting while you workout)
• Indoor Track
• Multi-Sports Center
• Special Needs/Family Locker Rooms
• 2 Racquetball Courts
• Adult Steam and Sauna Room
• Massage Services
• Outdoor Playground

CARD PASSING

YMCA Membership Key Tags are distributed to members when they join. Program participation cards are distributed to non-members participating in a program. Please use your own key tag or participation card when scanning in. Please do not use another person’s key tag or lend yours out, as this could result in membership suspension or cancellation.

FORGOT CARD/LOST CARD

Lost cards can be replaced for a $3.00 fee at the front desk. Please bring a photo ID if you need to purchase a replacement card.

MEDICAL COVERAGE

Please be advised: the YMCA does not carry medical coverage on members. You are advised to have accident insurance in the event of injury. Members assume responsibility for transportation costs. The YMCA strongly recommends an annual physical examination for all members, especially those over 35 years of age.

GUEST POLICY

Any non-member paying the 1-day fee must be with a YMCA member.  YMCA issued guest passes may be redeemed without being accompanied by a YMCA member. Based on facility usage, YMCA staff reserve the right to limit or restrict use of guest passes on a given day. Non-Family groups of 5+ must go through the rental process. Guest Passes may be purchased at our Member Services Desk. Guest fees are $8.00 for youth, $10.00 for adult (18 and older) and $18.00 for a family. The guest fee may be applied to a membership purchase in the same name and day of purchase.

AWAY PROGRAM

Away is a program allowing anyone with an AWAY membership to limited use of other YMCAs in the country. Check the website www.ymca.net to see if the YMCA you plan to visit participates in this program. You may also check with the front desk. Some restrictions may apply. AWAY members may register for programs at the member fee on nonmember registration days. Nonmembers and AWAY members must check in at front desk.

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RELEASE

The YMCA occasionally takes pictures/video of our members and participants to use in various marketing materials, including our web site. If you do not wish yourself or family members to be photographed/videotaped, please step out of the camera or notify photographer before the photo/video is taken.

PROGRAM FEE DESCRIPTIONS

Fees are listed in our program guide as Member fee/Non-member fee. Classes run during the sessions that are listed periodically throughout the brochure or they are specifically designated at the class description Free classes do not require registration.

MEMBERSHIP REFUNDS/SERVICE FEES

Membership fees are non-refundable, non-transferable and subject to change. The YMCA now uses E Cash flow to manage return EFT payments. A $25 service fee will be charged by this service for checks and EFT withdrawals returned for insufficient funds. Two consecutive NSF will result in membership cancellation. All membership payments are subject to the current membership rates. Members who allow their memberships to lapse for more than 30 Days must pay the start up fees.

HOLD POLICY

Memberships may be put on hold without dues for situations involving Medical Leave or Military Leave.  Documentation is required.  Memberships may be on hold for a minimum of 2-months and a maximum of 12-months.  Hold will apply to all members on a family unit.

CLASS CANCELLATION AND MAKE UP POLICY

At times, the YMCA may find it necessary to cancel classes. Classes will only be made up if it is possible.

PROGRAM CREDIT

Program fees cannot be refunded or credited once a class has met the second week of a session. Program fees for sports cannot be credited after the first day of the program or the first day of practice. Pro-rated fees will be given as a credit for illness or injury with a note from a physician. If the YMCA cancels a class, a prorated fee will be given as a credit. We are unable to issue credit for individual classes missed or cancellations due to weather. Credits will be accepted for one year after the date of issue.

STRONG KIDS MEMBERSHIP

The Mission of the Kishwaukee Family YMCA is to provide our resources to EVERYONE in our community. We realize that certain individuals are not able to utilize our services because of financial hardships. We recognize the need to provide assistance to persons whose well-being would be enhanced through utilization of YMCA services. Those wishing to be considered for financial assistance may request an application at the front desk or download one from our web site. Funds have been made possible through the YMCA Annual Strong Kids Campaign and the support of the Kishwaukee United Way.

TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE MEMBERS ON HOW THE YMCA MADE AN IMPACT ON THEIR LIFE……….

“I would like to thank you for allowing my children and I the opportunity of joining…My children and I are learning to swim…The children enjoy Kids Zone and playing with the other children…. We get to spend great quality time together.”

“…We felt welcome at they Y regardless of the type of membership we had….I felt our kids were safe there. Please continue this program.”

“I appreciate the Y so much. If I hadn’t gotten assistance I would have been in a wheel chair. …All the wonderful people at the YMCA caring keep me positive and encourage me to go on to the next level to get well. …”

“…My son, who is 13 years old, is more aware of how beneficial it is to stay physically active and enjoys working out with his friends. …The Y is good to have because it offers a safe and healthy environment to the youth. …Without financial help this would be impossible….”

CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE FEATURING CONVENIENT ONLINE REGISTRATION!! …and sign up for our monthly E-Newsletter while you’re there!

Online Registration is Easy!

1. Go to www.kishymca.org
   
2. Choose the registration tab
   
3. Follow the instructions on the page
4. Please note that you don’t have to sign in to browse the classes open for registration. Simply scroll to the bottom of the page and click on your area of interest.
5. Only classes that are currently open for registration will appear.

Find out what’s happening at your YMCA from the comfort of home! Visit our site and you’ll find:

• Facility schedules
• Information on upcoming special events & incentive programs
• Important dates
• Class descriptions
• Membership information
  

FACILITY GUIDELINES

AGE REQUIREMENTS

Facility usage:
Children 10 Years and up may utilize the YMCA facilities without adult supervision.
Children 8-9 years of age may utilize the YMCA facilities, as long as a parent or guardian is in the building at all times.
Children 7 and under years of age need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian while at the YMCA, unless participating in a supervised class.
After 8:30 p.m. on Monday – Thursday evenings, children under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by a parent while in the building or participating in a program.

Classes:
Young adults16 years and up may participate in adult fitness classes and programs. Children under 16 years of age may attend classes designated as Family Friendly. Family Friendly means children can participate with a parent/guardian if able to follow instructions and be engaged in the class. 8 years old and up recommended.

Locker Rooms:
Upon reaching their 6th birthday, children need to use the locker room of their own gender. A Special Needs/Family locker room is available for parents with children of the opposite sex.

Family Membership:
Adult children between 18-23 years of age may remain on a family membership with proof of current full-time student status and proof that the student is claimed as a dependent.

Swimming/Pool:
Children under 10 need to have a parent or guardian (16 Yrs. or older) in the water, on the same side of the pool with them, unless they have passed the 2010 Swim Review. If the child has passed the 2010 Swim Review, the adult need only be in the pool area (e.g. on the deck) and the child may swim in the deep or shallow end of the pool.

Children 10 and up may swim in the shallow end of the pool without a parent or guardian on deck. If the child has passed the 2010 Swim Review, they will be given a wrist band at the front desk. The wrist band will allow them to swim in the deep end without an adult present. The Swim Review must be administered by a lifeguard or the Aquatic Director and is administered on designated dates. These dates are listed on the back of the Recreation Pool Schedule at the front desk and online at www.kishymca.org.

Activity Center:
Children 8 – 17 years may enjoy the activity center without a parent or guardian present. Children under 7 years and younger may use the activity center with a parent or guardian (16 yrs or older). Adults 18 and up must be accompanied by a child!

Wellness Center:
Young adults 16 years and up my use the wellness center facilities, including the free weight area.
Teens 12 -15 years who are YMCA members may use the wellness center facilities (with the exception of the free weights) after they have taken an orientation session. Sign up at the front desk. Proper behavior is required.

Steam & Sauna:
Steam and Sauna rooms are available to our members and guests 20 years and up.

PARTICIPATING IN FREE FITNESS/WELLNESS CLASSES

• For classes that have a limited amount of equipment, the instructor will have a sign-in form with maximum number and when the class is full, it will be closed for that day.
• Honesty is our policy, out of respect for fellow participants; please only sign yourself up for a class.
• If there is a class that has low enrollment consistently for two weeks, we reserve the right to cancel the class.
• For the most updated schedule, please check at the member service desk.
• For classes that are progressive (i.e. Pilates), for your safety, we encourage you to start at the beginning of each session to ensure proper form and technique.
  Free classes run on a drop-in basis. We reserve the right to cancel any class due to low enrollment (4 participants or less) and change instructors as needed. Please check at the member service desk for an updated schedule.

POOL CLOSING DURING LIGHTNING/STORM POLICY

For safety reasons, the YMCA pools will close during storms which include thunder and lightning.  Pools will reopen 15 minutes after the last observed lightning or thunder.

LOCKER ROOM USAGE

We request cell phones be turned off and put away when using the locker rooms. For the safety and comfort of all those sharing the locker room facilities, please dry off in the drying room. For your own safety and protection, bring your own lock and keep your locker locked at all times. The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please leave valuables at home. Please note that locks remaining on lockers after the facility closes may be cut off, so please take your lock home with you.

RACQUETBALL/WALLYBALL

Racquetball and Wally ball courts are free to members. Courts may be reserved 1 day in advance. An adult must accompany children under 13. Eye protection is recommended. Equipment may be checked out at the front desk at no charge.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

In the event of inclement weather the YMCA will cancel all morning classes if both Sycamore and DeKalb schools are cancelled. Decisions for cancelling afternoon and evening classes will be determined at a later time that day. Please call the YMCA (815)756-9577 for more information. An email will be sent regarding a closure to those signed up for Enews. Visit www.kishymca.org to sign up. Refunds will not be given for classes cancelled due to inclement weather.

MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT

YMCA Code of Conduct:
At the YMCA, we expect staff, members and guests to behave in accordance with our mission and values at all times, respecting the rights and dignity of others. We demonstrate Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith by:

• Dressing appropriately, speaking in respectful tones and refraining from the use of vulgar or derogatory language.
• Resolving conflicts in a respectful, honest and caring manner. Never resorting to physical contact or threatening gestures.
• Respecting others by refraining from intimate behavior in public; abstaining from contact of a sexual nature.
• Respecting the property of others; never engaging in theft or destruction.
• Creating a safe, caring environment; never carrying illegal firearms or devices.
• Participating in programs to build a healthy spirit, mind and body; never engaging in the use, sale, dispensing or possession of illegal drugs or narcotics, or the unsanctioned use of alcohol on YMCA premises.

In accordance with our efforts to make participation at our YMCA a positive experience for everyone, please note that non-compliance with the YMCA Code of Conduct and regulations may result in suspension or termination of YMCA membership.
Updated 3/16/2010