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The Y is a cause for strengthening community.  With a focus on nurturing kids and teens, improving people's health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors, your membership at the Y will bring about meaningful change in both your life and in your community too.

When you join the Ann Arbor YMCA, you'll enjoy: 

  • Free orientation classes to introduce you to other members and to all that the Y has to offer
  • Member appreciation events and programs that bring people together
  • Full daily access to the YMCA facility, including our pool, wellness area, track and gym
  • A free Wellness Center orientation to show you how to safely and effectively use wellness center equipment
  • Opportunities to volunteer for the YMCA and help your community
  • Early online registration for classes and summer camps
  • Free use of ChildWatch service while you are at the YMCA
  • Access to on-site parking for a fee

 

Membership Category

Monthly Rate 
(as of 1/1/2011)

Initiation Fee
Family $75 $100
Adult $47 $100
Senior (65+) $34 $60
Young Adult (18-27) $30 $35
Teen (12-17) $10 $0

 

Methods of Payment

Monthly Automatic Withdrawal: An easy way to pay as you go. Your checking account or credit card will be automatically debited once a month.  Changes to accounts require 30 days’ (written) notice to the YMCA. The YMCA must also be notified of changes to the account holder’s address.
Annual Payment: Dues may be paid in full upon joining and yearly thereafter. Payment is accepted via cash, credit or check.

Open Arms Financial Assistance

The YMCA believes that every person should have an opportunity to participate and pursue their own personal goals regardless of skill or financial level. Because of our service and dedication to our community, we offer membership and program funding through donations, grants, and association earned income to those who request it within our available resources.  Please let us know if we may serve you or your family in this way.

   First-time Open Arms financial assistance application
 
   Open Arms renewal application

ChildWatch

The Child Watch program is available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis for children ages 6 months -11 years of age whose parents have a family membership at the Ann Arbor YMCA. Bring your child to a safe, supervised environment while you take advantage of great activities at the YMCA. Parents may leave their children at Child Watch for a maximum of two (2) hours per day.  Parents MUST be in the YMCA facility when using this service.

Child Watch Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

AWAY

The Ann Arbor YMCA participates in the AWAY (Always Welcome At YMCAs) program, which allows current YMCA members traveling outside of their Association to utilize other YMCA facilities across the country. A reduced guest fee may apply, so consult the facility you are visiting to find out what policies and guidelines they have for the AWAY Program.

Parking

On site parking is available to Ann Arbor YMCA members only. Members must use an access card to enter the YMCA parking lot. Parking access cards are available at the membership desk for a $10 deposit. Parking rates vary based on length of time in the lot. Parking tickets are validated at the pay station in the lobby. The YMCA also offers a validation service for parking in city-owned lots. Nearby public parking is also available.

Suggestions

This is your YMCA; make your own concerns and comments known. Please email us at suggest@annarborymca.org.  We pledge to acknowledge and respond to all comments.