Welcome to the YMCA!

As a new member, you have joined more than a gym - you have joined a nonprofit community committed to supporting our neighbors in need.

Our community is supportive, inclusive, and welcoming. We hope you'll love it here!

About Brooks

As a Brooks Family YMCA member, you are also part of the Piedmont Family YMCA organization, a Charlottesville-area nonprofit operating:

We are committed to build the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

For Brooks Family YMCA hours, location, policies, and more, visit:

Arrive 15 minutes early before your first workout.
Bring a valid photo ID to activate your account.
- Student membership requires an ID with an expiration date.
You will receive a membership card, which you will use to scan in on each visit.
We will take your photo and link it with your account / card.
Please ensure your up-to-date email address(es) are on file at our front desk.
Remember to bring a face covering, since masks are required.

To review the Brooks YMCA membership agreement at any time, visit:

The Brooks Family YMCA facility meets or exceeds the most up-to-date guidelines from the Virginia governor.
Please do NOT come to the YMCA with symptoms of illness.
Masks are required, except while using cardio equipment, attending most group exercise classes, swimming in the pool, shooting hoops, or running on the track.
Please stay 10+ feet apart from others at all times.
Remember to wipe down all equipment + follow posted signage.
Respect capacity limits in all areas of the Y: 42 on Wellness floor, 15 on Mezzanine, 15 in downstairs functional training area.

View all our COVID-19 precautions:

Reservations open 48 hours in advance and are required for the pools, basketball court, group exercise classes, and Stay & Play (child care while you work out).
There is a $15 no-show fee for unused + uncancelled reservations.
- You must cancel at least one hour in advance for group exercise or lap swimming.
To make a reservation, you will sign in to Virtuagym.
- New users, please visit or call the membership desk at (434) 974-9622 to set up your account.
- Each member on the account will need a separate Virtuagym login for reservations.
- More info: Virtuagym Member Guide [PDF] >
  [Updated Jan 2021]
When you arrive for your reserved activity, let a Membership Representative know you need to be checked in for a reservation.

New members can book a FREE FitPath orientation session with a certified Wellness Coach.
During your session, you will:
- explore our Wellness floor
- become familiar with our cardio and strength machines
- discuss your health and wellness goals
To book your FitPath session, email Wellness Director Kelly Raichel at kraichel@piedmontymca.org.

Download our "Brooks YMCA" app the App Store or Google Play using the links below.
Use your Virtuagym login to access the app.
Make reservations via this app for classes, the pool, and more.
Use the barcode feature to check in at the Y.