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Welcome to the North Area Family YMCA

Membership Department

Membership: Amy Grabowski agrabowski@northareafamilyymca.org  

 
2008 Membership Rates (TOP)  
Family: $66.50/mo
Adult: $46.00/mo
Young Adult (ages 18-25) $28.00/mo
Senior(62+): $39.50/mo
Senior Couple: $56.50/mo
Youth(0-14 years): $14.00/mo
High School (15-18 yrs): $17.00/mo
26/26: $26.00/mo

Joining Fee: $26.00 for Young Adult, 26/26,and for Senior Citizen plans and $49.00 for Adult, Senior Couple & Family

Joining Fee
An association-registration fee is required of all new members. This fee is to be paid in full at the time of enrollment. Memberships that have expired or have been cancelled for more than 30 days are subject to repayment of the registration fee to renew membership.

Payment Options

  1. APP: Electronically deducts your monthly dues from your checking account or charges your credit card. Activation of the monthly bank draft requires: first month’s payment*, a signed completed draft form and registration fee if it is a new membership.
  2. Annual Full Payment

* The month always begins on the 20th. Prorated charges may apply depending on the day of the month.

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New Member Orientation: (TOP)

Feel like you aren’t really sure of all that the YMCA has to offer?  Want to know more about programs and policies at the North Area Family YMCA?  Join us for a one hour session with our knowledgeable staff to learn all that your Y has to offer.  Registration is not required. See the NEWS page for orientation dates.

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Monthly Bank Draft Membership Plan: (TOP)

Bank Drafts, MasterCard, Visa, and Discover drafts are the only ways the YMCA can accept monthly payments.  See the membership desk about our other convenient payment plans.

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Membership For All: Financial Assistance  (TOP)

The YMCA has always been a great fit for families and individuals as a non-profit, mission-driven organization that is committed to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities.  The YMCA is also a great fit for every budget.

 

The YMCA of Greater Syracuse believes that everyone should have the opportunity to participate in membership and programs at any of our three branches.  Membership For All is available for those who may not have the ability to pay for YMCA stated fees.

 

An income-based membership for families and individuals with a household income that is less than $60,000, Membership For All is designed to fit everyone’s financial situation based on a sliding scale format.  All are welcome.  Join today!!

 

For more information, please contact member services at 451-2562

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Membership Cards: (TOP)

Your YMCA photo ID membership card is your admission to the YMCA.  All facility members must have a YMCA photo ID membership card to access the facility. There will be a $5.00 fee for replacement cards.

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Cancellation: (TOP)

Return of membership cards are required to terminate your membership. We must receive your written request by the 5th of the month to process for that month.

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Refund Policy (TOP)

A $10 processing fee will be charged for all program cancellations in which a partial or full refund is requested.

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Guest Pass Policy: (TOP)

North Area Family YMCA members are welcome to bring guests under the following conditions:

  • Members are responsible for the behavior of their guests.
  • Members must accompany guests at all times when visiting the YMCA.
  • Adult guests must present a valid picture I.D. for each visit to the YMCA and sign a liability waiver form upon entering the YMCA.
  • Each guest may visit the facility twice annually.
  • Members can bring guests who are visiting from out of town. They are not required to join after two visits to the facility.  The guest may be asked to show proof of residency.
  • Only members 18 years of age and older can bring guests.
  • Members may bring in 1 guest per visit.
  • During high facility usage, the YMCA may limit the number of guests permitted in the facility.

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Age Requirement Policy: (TOP)

  • Facility
    Children seven years of age and younger must be accompanied by an adult or a YMCA Program Leader at all times and in all areas while at the YMCA, except in the case of special programs or classes (i.e.:  if a child is using the gym, a parent should be present, however, if enrolled in a swim lesson, parent does not have to be present).

    Children eight and older may use the facility without an adult present in the facility.
  • Pool
    Age 7 and under must be supervised by an adult in the pool area.    If they would like to use the deep end, a deep end test must be passed.  If the child is under 3.5 feet tall an adult must be in the water.

    Age 8 and older may use the pool without an adult present; however, if the child is under 3.5 feet tall an adult must be in the water.  If they would like to use the deep end, a deep end test must be passed. 
  • Locker Rooms
    Children age 3 and older must use gender specific locker rooms or utilize our family changing rooms located off the main hallway.
  • Fitness Center/Free Weight Room
    Ages 12-16 must complete Youth/Teen Strength Orientation Program. Ages 17 and older are permitted to use the center on their own.

    Please see the Health & Fitness Desk for more information.

These age requirement policies are in effect during all hours of operation.
An adult is someone 18 years of age or older.

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Lockers & Locks (TOP)
For your protection, we recommend using locks. All lockers available at the North Area Family YMCA are day-use lockers only. Locks may not be left on lockers overnight. If a lock is found on a locker at closing time, it will be removed and the contents of the locker will be stored for a maximum of thirty days.

All gym bags, coats, clothing, and other personal belongings should be secured in a locker before using the YMCA facilities. Gym bags, coats, and other large personal belongings will not be permitted in the program areas.

The YMCA is not responsible for any articles lost or stolen.

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26/26 (TOP)
Our 26 for 26 program allows individuals to use the Y for only $26.00 per month if they earn less than $26,000 per year. This is for individual memberships only. This membership requires proof of income.

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Family Membership Benefits: (TOP)

FREE    Family Fun Events
FREE    Youth & Adult Fitness Classes
FREE    Aquatic Exercise Programs
FREE    Youth & Adult Swim lessons
FREE    Teen Programs
FREE    Racquetball Leagues
FREE    Family Prime Time Program
FREE    Family Monthly Folksmarches
FREE    Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi and NIA
FREE    Total Health Program
FREE    Use of 3 YMCAs
SPECIAL      Summer Camp Rates
SPECIAL      Dance Program
SPECIAL      Youth & Adult Karate Program
SPECIAL      Youth Sports Program
SPECIAL      Use of YMCAs Across the USA

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Greater Syracuse Locations -One Great Price (TOP)

NORTH AREA FAMILY YMCA
4775 Wetzel Road, Liverpool, NY  13090
Phone: 451-2562

Members of the YMCA of Greater Syracuse can enjoy the following at the North Area Family YMCA:

  • Wellness Center which includes: Strength Training Equipment Free Weight Equipment, Cardiovascular Equipment & Cardio Theater
  • Cycle Reebok Group Cycling Room
  • Studio Aerobics
  • 6 Lane, 25 Yard Pool
  • Water Aerobics
  • Youth & Adult Swim Lessons
  • Gymnasium with Basketball Courts
  • Traverse Wall
  • Basketball Leagues
  • Racquetball Leagues
  • Summer Volleyball Leagues
  • Prime Time Care
  • Youth Sports
  • Karate Program
  • Child Care Center
  • Before & After School Childcare Programs
  • Day Camps
  • Locker Rooms- Male (w/steam room), Female (w/sauna), Family

DOWNTOWN YMCA
340 Montgomery Street, Syracuse, NY  13202
Phone: 474-6851

EAST AREA FAMILY YMCA
200 Towne Drive, Fayetteville, NY  13066
Phone: 637-2025

YMCA ARTS BRANCH
340 Montgomery Street, Syracuse, NY  13202
Phone: 474-6851

BALDWINSVILLE YMCA SCHOOL AGE
2725 West Entry Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Phone: 635-1050

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AWAY Program (Always Welcome At the YMCA) (TOP)

A benefit of being a member of a YMCA is the AWAY program. This program is designed to accommodate out of town YMCA members who want to continue their routine while they are away from home.

When traveling out of town, YMCA of Greater Syracuse - North Area Family YMCA members, may use YMCAs throughout the United States by presenting their membership card including the AWAY identification. To locate YMCAs participating in the AWAY program, and possible fees, contact the YMCA Membership Office or log onto the YMCA of the USA home page at www.ymca.net.

Members of YMCAs outside of a 50 mile radius are welcome to visit the North Area Family YMCA on the AWAY program 10 times in one year at no charge and will then be asked to pay $5 per visit. Proper identification and a signed waiver are required.

Members visiting from other YMCAs within a 50 mile radius will be charged $5 per visit. This includes Fulton, Auburn, Oneida, Tri-Valley, Utica/Rome, Oswego and Cortland. Proper identification and a signed waiver are required.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL AWAY members who wish to utilize Family Prime Time are required to pay the $5 non member rate.

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