YOU BELONG AT THE LE MARS YMCA
The Le Mars YMCA is so much more than a gym. It’s a cause, dedicated to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Here at the Y, we are open for all. Here, we rely on our core values of caring, honesty, responsibility and respect to strengthen our community. Together. All ages, all walks of life, all incomes.
No hidden fees. No contracts. No commitment. Just a warm, welcoming community for you and your family. SEE YOU AT THE Y!
To join online, find your membership type below and click “Join Now.” You can also stop by the Y for a tour and join in person.
Included with Membership:
- Full access to the facility
- Access to all group exercise classes
- Access to the indoor pool
- Program discounts
- Free wellness consult
- Access to other YMCAs participating in Nationwide Membership
- IMPACTING YOUR COMMUNITY!
Age Requirements: Youth is defined as 1 child, 18 years of age or younger. We have some facility restrictions for youth under the age of 14.
- Youth ages 8 and under must be with a supervising adult, 18 +, at all times.
- Youth ages 9 years and older are allowed access to the pool, gym, game room, racquetball court and locker rooms.
- Youth ages 10-13 will need to schedule a one-on-one fitness orientation with a parent/guardian in order to see if there are any additional areas they can access. Not all machines are guaranteed: based on age, size, and maturity.
- Youth 14 years and older can use any room/space in the facility unsupervised
Financial Assistance
The Le Mars YMCA is a charitable, non-profit organization open to all people regardless of age, race, gender, religion or ability to pay. It is our policy that no one will be denied a membership or opportunity to participate in a program due to financial reasons. Financial assistance application forms are available online and at the front desk of the Y. You can apply for discounts on memberships, programs or both; you do not need to have a membership to qualify for youth or adult program discounts. All information is kept confidential. Scholarships cannot be used with any other discounts and need to renewed annually. Donations to our Annual Campaign enable us to provide these scholarships to qualifying applicants.
Military Discount
The Le Mars YMCA is proud to offer membership discounts to eligible military families. It’s our way of giving back to those who have dedicated themselves to serving our country. Current active military personnel and veterans can receive a 25% military discount plus FREE 24 hour access. The military persons must be on the active membership & only the military personal & their significant other will receive the 24 hour access at no charge. (must be 18+ to gain 24 hour access)
Member Screenings
The Le Mars YMCA conducts regular sex offender screenings on all members, participants, volunteers and guests. If a sex offender match occurs, the Y reserves the right to cancel membership, end program participation, and/or remove visitation access.
YMCA Nationwide Membership
With Nationwide Membership, members can visit any participating Y in the United States and Puerto Rico through membership at their home Y, at no additional cost. Nationwide Membership is an essential part of our cause to strengthen communities! You will be asked to sign a waiver when visiting other YMCA locations.
Cancelation Policy
All ongoing membership payments are due & automatically processed on the 1st day of the month & drafts will finalize on the 15th day of the month. YMCA members who draft monthly & want to cancel must let the Le Mars YMCA know verbally (in-person or over the phone), in writing (letter or email) or online through their member account by the 10th of the month for changes to take place that month. To cancel call 712-546-6655 or email info@lemarsymca.org. The Le Mars YMCA does not issue refunds on membership dues as a result of non-usage, failure to cancel verbally, in writing, or through your account, failure to update payment method, failure to monitor personal finances, failure to provide current contact information, or any other agreement failure on the part of the Primary Member &/or other adults on the membership.
MEMBERSHIP TYPES
Youth: Defined as a child who is 18 years or younger. Children age 8 and under must be with a supervising adult at all times. Youth 9 years old and older are allowed access to the pool, gym, game room, racquet ball room and locker room. Youth 14 years old and older may use the Flex room, cardio room and weight room unsupervised.
Household: A family is defined as two adults living in the same home and their children. All children listed on account must be 18 years old or younger.
Single-Parent Household: A membership for a family with only one parent. All children listed on account must be 18 years or younger.
Household of Two: A membership for two adults that live in the same home.
Adult: A membership for those 26-54 years old..
Senior: A membership for those 55 years old and older.
Young Adult: A membership for those aged 19-25 years old.
CLICK HERE for Membership Info Flyer
Youth Fitness Orientation: A FREE is a 30-45 instructional session that is required before youth and teens ages 10–13 may use strength or cardio equipment at the Y. These orientations introduce youth to age-appropriate weight machines and equipment and include supportive instruction on proper use and safety information. A parent or guardian must attend the orientation with the child. If the child is granted access to certain areas after the orientation, they must ALWAYS be under direct supervisions of someone 18 & older. They cannot independently workout until they are 14 years old.
To schedule contact our Program Coordinator, Jaden: 712-546-6655 or jadenh@lemarsymca.org
24- Hour Access
Your health on your time. Gain access to the cardio room, flex fitness room, and free weight area. Open all holidays too! You must be a Y member to gain access and members must be 18 years or older to be eligible for 24-hour access. There is a monthly fee of $5 added to your membership dues (required per person). You have to sign up for this add-on IN PERSON by visiting the Y's front desk.
Guidelines & Rules for 24 Hour Access
Be an active 24/7 Member: Only active Le Mars YMCA members are eligible.
No sharing Membership Card: Do not permit anyone to use your membership access card or image. Sharing is strictly prohibited.
Stay within open areas: Do not enter closed areas during non-staff hours. ALARMS will sound.
Do not hold the door: All members must use their assigned card or image to enter the building after hours. ALARM will sound if door is help open.
Follow the code of conduct: All YMCA policies and guidelines apply to after-hours access.
Emergency: Call 9-1-1
Any misuse of the YMCA’s facilities or guidelines will result in termination of membership and 24/7 access.
SAFETY & RESPECT: Code of Conduct
The YMCA core values include HONESTY, RESPONSIBILITY, CARING, and RESPECT. They are the basis for all we do as an organization. We ask individuals to act in a manner that upholds these principles at all times when they are in our facility or participating in Y programs. We expect those using the Y to behave in a way that shows respect & caring for others, which includes using any language or engaging in any action that can hurt or frighten another person or that falls below a generally accepted standard of conduct.
Prohibited Actions Include But May Not Be Limited To:
- Wearing inappropriate attire. Members and guests are expected to wear modest tops, along with closed toe shoes, and shorts or pants. Swimwear is only allowed in the pool area.
- Clothing with vulgar or profane language, symbols or gestures.
- Using angry or vulgar language, swearing, name calling or shouting.
- Making physical contact with another person in an angry or threatening way.
- Engaging in sexual activity or contact with another person.
- Harassment or intimidation with words, gestures, or body language. Behavior which is inappropriate, threatening, or offensive in nature.
- Stealing or behavior which results in destruction of property.
- Sneaking into the YMCA without having a membership or purchasing a day pass.
- Carrying or concealing devices or objects which may be used as weapons.
- Using or possessing illegal chemicals or alcohol on YMCA property or in vehicles.
- Smoking, vaping or use of any tobacco products. All YMCA facilities and grounds offer a smoke free environment. This includes e-cigarettes.
- Using cameras, electronic devices or cell phones with the purpose of taking videos or pictures in ALL areas of the facility.
- Permission is required to post flyers.
- Conducting or participating in paid personal training or other instructional sessions with an instructor or trainer who is NOT employed by the Y.
Suspension or termination of YMCA membership may result from a violation of this Code of Conduct. While an incident is being investigated, the membership of the person(s) accused of violating this Code of Conduct may be temporarily suspended pending a final decision.
Refunds are NOT issued for membership fees because of lack of use or non-attendance.
The Le Mars YMCA reserves the right to deny access or membership to any person who has been accused of any conduct that would, in the YMCA’s sole judgement, be contrary to the YMCA’s commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Membership Waivers: all members will be asked to take their picture to keep on file and sign the following waivers: Changes, Cancellations & Payment Authorizations; Code of Conduct & Safety Screening; Inherent Risk Waiver. Click below to review.
