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.