YMCA of the East Valley - Questions and Answers

1. How much is membership?

Membership prices are listed in detail on our membership page. We offer several payment options including payment in full and monthly bank draft. The YMCA also offers financial assistance. When you sign up you will pay for the first month and joining fee (if applicable) up front followed by an automatic bank draft once per month OR the year in full for annual membership types plus the joining fee (if applicable).

2. What is the difference between Basic and Facility members?
We offer two membership types: Basic and Facility. Being a membership organization the YMCA of the East Valley requires membership to participate in programs and/or use the facility.

The Basic membership is provided to those participants who do not wish to use the facility (aerobic classes, gymnasium, weight center, etc.) but instead only participate in programs such as youth sports, swimming lessons, and martial arts. Basic memberships are provided at a substantial discount over Facility memberships.

By contrast a Facility membership is provided to those participants who wish to use the facility for aerobics, general pool use, the weight center, etc. and participate in the occasional program such as swimming lessons at a discounted price. Use of the facility is included at no additional charge to all Facility members (some age restrictions do exist).

3. What is included with a Facility membership and what is not?
Use of Indoor and outdoor (seasonal) swimming pools, weight center, aerobic center, gymnasium (basketball courts Kid's Club (when operational locker rooms (men's and women's showers, dry saunas, racquetball courts, indoor running track, program discounts on all YMCA of the East Valley programs, and various health and fitness programs offered only to Facility members such as the Personal Fitness Program free of charge.

Use of the swimming pools and gymnasium fluctuate based on program usage but are available to members during non-scheduled times.

4. How do I join?
Currently you may join at the front counter of any YMCA of the East Valley branch or via our online registration on our Membership page. Locations and directions can be found here as well as a phone number should you wish to call ahead.

5. Can I sign up for membership and programs online or at the desk only?
The YMCA of the East Valley currently has two options for membership sign ups. You may enter the facilities directly and sign up at the courtesy counter and/or may also sign up online via our Membership page. Certain programs will allow online sign up with more scheduled in the future. Currently our seasonal camps and special events are the only programs where you may sign up online.

6. Is my membership good at any YMCA?
Yes and no. If the YMCA you are visiting participates in a program called A.W.A.Y (Always Welcome at YMCAs) then your membership is valid under any restrictions they impose. Generally you are allowed a limited number of visits free of charge under a given time frame. Please check with the YMCA you anticipate visiting if they participate in A.W.A.Y. before hand.

7. I'm a member at another YMCA, may I use the YMCA of the East Valley facilities?
Yes. The YMCA of the East Valley does allow limited visits from any other valid and active YMCA member. Simply present your YMCA membership card upon entry. We do verify with your YMCA that you are a valid and active member prior to admittance. Use is dependant on visiting time. Please check with the desk staff for more information.

8. I'm moving out of the area, is my membership transferable?
Currently the YMCA of the East Valley does not transfer memberships between YMCA organizations. If you are moving or wish to use another YMCA as your home YMCA you must cancel your YMCA of the East Valley membership. There is no charge to do so and if you have paid in full for an annual membership a portion thereof will be refunded to you. Please check with the desk staff for more information.

9. How do I volunteer at the YMCA?
For current volunteer opportunities please e-mail us.

10. How do I contribute/donate to the YMCA?
If you wish to donate monies to the YMCA of the East Valley please call us directly and ask to speak with our accountant at (909) 798-YMCA (9622). Donations help the YMCA provide services to persons who may otherwise not be able to afford membership and program fees by offering YMCA Financial Assistance. Your donation is tax deductible. The YMCA of the East Valley also offers several fundraising initiatives throughout the year where we ask those who wish to help to volunteer their time as well.

If you wish to donate materials, equipment, or furniture please call and speak with our membership director, at (909) 798-YMCA (9622).

11. What do each of the branches offer?
The Redlands Family YMCA is a full fitness facility with an indoor and outdoor pool (seasonal a full fitness center, separate saunas, aerobic class facility, racquetball courts, indoor running track, three court gymnasium, and more.

The Highland Family YMCA is a sports complex with a three court gymnasium and program rooms, a brand new full fitness center and swimming pools.

The San Bernardino Family YMCA is an aquatics complex with indoor and outdoor pools (seasonal program rooms, and coming soon state funded childcare facilities.
 
 
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