Policies: Fitness Center

Fitness Center Policies

The following policies regarding the use of the fitness center are geared towards keeping everyone safe and ensuring a clean, accessible, and healthy atmosphere for all members and guests

Age Restriction

Individuals must be 13 or older to be in the Fitness Center area. Individuals 11 & 12 may complete the Fitness Center Orientation, to have access to the Fitness Center but must be supervised at all times while in the area.

Fitness Center Orientations

At the YMCA, it is important that all members feel safe and comfortable while utilizing the equipment and services in our facilities. An Fitness Center Orientation can help you begin your wellness journey by offering you a step-by-step guide on how to use the equipment in the Fitness Center. YMCA Welcome Center Staff is available to answer your questions and help you determine correct weight and resistance on the machines.

To schedule an Equipment Orientation, please place your request with the Membership Desk we will match you with a Wellness Staff member to assist you.

Conduct and Etiquette

Respect the rights of others by using courteous and appropriate behavior. Profanity is not allowed.  Please follow the Y values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility to govern behavior.

Music, without the use of headphones, is not allowed.

Respect the rights of others by using courteous and appropriate behavior. Profanity is not allowed.  Please follow the Y values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility to govern behavior.  Consult our Code of Conduct for a more detailed description.

If you intend to perform more than one set of repetitions on a machine, please allow others to work in between your sets.  Be careful not to interfere with another’s workout by lingering too long on any one piece of equipment.

Rack Your Weights

As a courtesy, when using free weights (or other movable equipment) please return them to their proper place at the end of your workout, making sure to strip bars and return plates to storage racks.

Proper Attire & Hygiene

Appropriate workout attire is required.  No swimsuits or clothing that may be inappropriate in a family environment allowed.  Shirts must be worn at all times.  Non-marking, closed toe athletic shoes must be worn in all fitness areas.  Please be courteous to others by observing proper regular hygiene and limiting use of perfumed sprays.

Wipe down equipment

Members must wipe down equipment with paper towels when finished.  Cleaning spray and paper towels are provided in both the weight and cardio rooms.

Gym Bags

For your safety, store personal items including gym bags, purses, extra clothing, etc. in the locker rooms.

Report Equipment Malfunctions & Injuries

Fitness center participants should report all equipment malfunctions, personal injuries and specific concerns immediately to the staff.


The YMCA offers Personal Training for our facility members and guests.

Use of Non-YMCA Personal Trainers is prohibited within our facility.