Our Wellness Center is designed to support a safe, inclusive, and motivating space for all members. Please help us maintain this environment by following the policies below:
GENERAL ETIQUETTE
- Be courteous and respectful to other members, staff, and volunteers.
- Cell phone use is discouraged. Please take calls outside the Wellness Center.
- Headphones must be used for personal audio. No speaker devices allowed.
- Avoid loud or disruptive behavior, including yelling or offensive language.
- Return equipment to its proper place after use.
- Wipe down equipment after use.
EQUIPMENT USE
- Time limit on cardio machines is 30 minutes during peak times.
- Do not sit and scroll on your phone between sets.
- Benches are for lifting only, not for storing gym bags.
- No supersets or circuits involving multiple pieces of equipment.
- Limit rest between sets to 2 minutes.
- Only two people may use a piece of equipment at a time.
- Dropping or slamming weights is not allowed.
ATTIRE & HYGIENE
- Closed-toe athletic shoes are required.
- Shirts must be worn at all times.
- Proper workout attire is expected—no jeans, boots, or belts with metal parts.
- Please maintain personal hygiene out of courtesy for others.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
- Only water is allowed inside the Wellness Center.
- Water must be in a non-breakable container.
TRAINING & INSTRUCTION
- Instruction or coaching may only be provided by YMCA staff.
- Use of outside personal trainers or physical therapists is not allowed.
AGE POLICY
To ensure safety, youth must follow these age access guidelines:
- Ages 0–8: Not permitted in the Wellness Center at any time.
- Age 9: May use cardio equipment under direct parent supervision after completing an orientation with a wellness staff member.
- Ages 10–12: May use cardio and select strength equipment with direct parent supervision and orientation.
- Ages 13–15: May use all Wellness Center equipment independently after completing an orientation.
- Age 16+: Full access without orientation required.