YMCA CHECK-IN

Grand Traverse Bay YMCA members and community participants are required to check in at the Membership Services Desk upon each visit for security purposes. All members and community participants must also sign a liability waiver before utilizing the facility. 

MEMBER DRESS CODE

The YMCA reserves the right to define inappropriate attire when necessary in order to promote a safe and family-friendly atmosphere. Our dress code is as follows: 

  • SHOES: Wellness Center shoes must be closed-toe, clean, athletic shoes. Black soled shoes should be non-marking. Bare feet are allowed in aquatics area and locker rooms only. 
  • AQUATICS: Appropriate swim attire required. Mermaid tails are not permitted for any age group. 
  • SHIRTS:  T-shirts or tank tops must be worn at all times in the facility except in aquatic areas, restrooms and locker rooms. Shirts displaying inappropriate design, logos or offensive messaging are strictly prohibited. 

LOST AND FOUND

Members and guests are responsible for securing their valuables at all times. We encourage members and guests NOT to bring large sums of money, valuable jewelry, or other items of significant value into our facilities. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items. Lost items are frequently donated to a local charity. 

CELL PHONES

Use of cameras and recording devices is prohibited in all areas of the facility without prior management approval. 

PHOTO NOTICE

The YMCA reserves the right to take pictures or videos in or on its property for promotional purposes. Let us know if you do not wish to be included in these. No pictures or videos are permitted to be taken on or in any YMCA property without prior authorization from YMCA management. 

FACILITY CLOSURES

All facility closures are communicated via social media as well as our app. Opt in for text alerts by sending GTBAYY to 545-39. 

SEX OFFENDERS

The YMCA prohibits access to any of its facilities or programs to any individual known to be on the list of registered sex offenders. 

MEMBERSHIP - GUEST PRIVILEGES

Each membership includes 5 guest passes per 12-month period. Member must accompany their guest at all times during the visit. 

MEMBERSHIP - DAY PASSES

Community members and guests may utilize the Y by purchasing a day pass. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian sign a liability waiver on their behalf. Day passes are limited to 5 per person in a 12-month period.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS - WELLNESS CENTER

  • Limit your time on cardio equipment to 30 minutes when others are waiting. 
  • Wipe down equipment for next user.
  • Refer to our dress code for proper attire.
  • Cell phone conversations should be moved outside the fitness area. 
  • When weather requires boots, change into dry shoes before entering the wellness floor.
  • Athletic shoes must be worn at all times.
  • All personal training is conducted by authorized YMCA staff only, no exceptions. 
  • The use of audio or visual recording devices, including a cell phone camera, is strictly prohibited in the Wellness Center.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS - FREE WEIGHT AREA

  • Return and rack weights when finished. 
  • Allow others to “work in” between sets.
  • Refrain from swearing, grunting and loud noises that may be distracting or offensive to others. 
  • Refrain from dropping or slamming weights.

AGE POLICIES

  • AGES <7

    • Youth age 7 and under must be accompanied by a supervising individual of at least 16 years of age at all times unless they are enrolled and participating in an organized program.
    • AQUATICS CENTER: The ratio of youth under the age of 6 to adults should not exceed 3:1 in non-program activities.
    • Youth under the age of 12 are not permitted in the Hot Tub. 

  • AGES 8-9

    • GENERAL FACILITY: Youth ages 8-9 must be accompanied by a supervising individual of at least 16 years of age in the facility, unless the child is in an organized program.
    • YOUTH AND FAMILY CENTER: Youth ages 8-9 are welcome to use the Youth and Family Center if a supervising individual of at least 16 years of age is on the premises.
    • WELLNESS CENTER: Youth ages 8-9 are not permitted in the Wellness Center.
    • AQUATICS CENTER: Youth age 8-9 must be accompanied by a supervising individual of at least 16 years of age at all times when using a YMCA swimming pool, unless in an organized, supervised program such as swim lessons.
    • Youth under the age of 12 are not permitted in the Hot Tub. 

  • AGES 10-11

    • GENERAL FACILITY: Youth age 10-11 may use the YMCA facility without a supervising individual.
    • YOUTH AND FAMILY CENTER: Youth 10-11 are welcome to use the Youth and Family Center without a supervising individual.
    • WELLNESS CENTER: Youth age 10-11 are NOT permitted in the Wellness Center.
    • AQUATICS CENTER: Youth ages 10-11 are welcome to use the pool without a supervising individual, but if water depths exceed chest heights, the individual will need to take a swim test.
    • Youth ages 10-14 may not be in the YMCA for longer than 3 consecutive hours without supervision. 
    • Youth under the age of 12 are not permitted in the Hot Tub. 
    • Youth under the age of 15 are not permitted in the Sauna

  • AGES 12-14

    • GENERAL FACILITY: Youth age 12-14 may use the YMCA facility without a supervising individual.
    • YOUTH AND FAMILY CENTER: Youth 12-14 are welcome to use the Youth and Family Center without a supervising individual.
    • WELLNESS CENTER: Youth ages 12-14 may use the Wellness Center, excluding free weights, and participate in group fitness classes. Youth must be within arm's length of a supervising individual (16 or older) and engaged in exercise. A supervising individual may accompany up to two youth at one time. 
    • AQUATICS CENTER: Youth ages 12-14 are welcome to use the pool without a supervising individual, but if water depths exceed chest heights the individual will need to take a swim test.
    • Youth ages 10-14 may not be in the YMCA for longer than 3 consecutive hours without supervision. 
    • Youth under the age of 15 are not permitted in the Sauna

  • AGES 15+

    • GENERAL FACILITY: Members and guests age 15+ are permitted to access the pool without a supervising individual. Individuals ages 15+ may use their gender-appropriate locker room and sauna without a supervising individual.
    • YOUTH AND FAMILY CENTER: Members and guests ages 15+ are welcome to use the Youth and Family Center without supervising individual.
    • WELLNESS CENTER: Members and guests age 15+ may have full access to the Wellness Center and may take group classes after reviewing the Wellness Center rules.
    • AQUATICS CENTER: Members and guests age 15+ are welcome to use the pool without a supervising individual, but if water depths exceed chest heights, the individual may be asked to take a swim test at guards discretion.

 

LOCKER ROOMS 

For the safety and privacy of all members and guests the following rules and policies specific to each Grand Traverse Bay YMCA location apply to the use of locker rooms:

LOCKER ROOM POLICY - WEST YMCA

  • UNIVERSAL LOCKER ROOMS

    • Youth ages 12 and under must use the Universal Locker Room. 
    • Children ages 9 and under must use the Universal Locker Rooms with their supervising individual who is at least 16 years of age. 
    • Members and guests ages 13 and above are generally discouraged from using the Universal Locker rooms, except for supervising individuals ages 16 and older, and individuals seeking increased privacy or accessibility.

  • ADULT AND YOUTH LOCKER ROOMS

    • The Women's and Men's locker rooms are for the exclusive use of members and guests ages 13 and up. 

LOCKER ROOM POLICY - CENTRAL YMCA 

  • Regardless of gender, children aged 5 and under may use the same locker room as their supervising individual of at least 16 years of age.
  • Children aged 6 to 9 may use the lobby restroom, family changing room, or gender-specific locker room, and must be accompanied by a supervising individual of at least 16 years of age.
  • Individuals with young children, or those who prefer more privacy, may use the family changing room or lobby restroom.
  • Members and guests aged 10 and up should use the appropriate gender-specific locker room.

LOCKER ROOM POLICY - SOUTH YMCA

  • Regardless of gender, children aged 5 and under may use the same locker room as their supervising individual who is at least 16 years of age.
  • Children aged 6 to 9 should use the appropriate gender-specific locker room and must be accompanied by a supervising individual who is at least 16 years of age. 
  • Members and guests aged 10 and up should use the appropriate gender-specific locker room. 
For the safety and privacy of all members and guests, the following rules and policies apply to the use of locker rooms in all Grand Traverse Bay YMCA facilities and are in accordance with Michigan State Law:
  • Youth aged 9 and under must be accompanied by a supervising individual who is at least 16 years of age. 
  • All members and guests may use the restrooms and locker rooms that correspond to their gender identities. 
  • Conduct that harasses or violates the privacy rights of another, including taking photos or videos, is prohibited. 
  • Members or guests who desire increased privacy will be provided access to a single-stall restroom, locker room, and/or changing rooms as available by location
  • Cell phone us in the locker rooms is strictly prohibited.
  • Any issues should be reported directly to a staff member. 
  • Members and guests must always follow the Member Code of Conduct and all facility policies. 

LOCKER ROOM POLICY - MODESTY POLICY

  • Respect is a core value of the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, and we ask all users of our locker rooms and restrooms to exhibit modesty by covering themselves while in common spaces as much as possible.

LOCKER ROOM POLICY - SAUNA POLICY

  • Members and guests 15 and older may utilize the sauna. 
  • Please limit time in sauna to 10 minutes.
  • Phone use is prohibited.
  • Fragrances are prohibited. 
  • Do not hang towels, swimsuits or other items near the heater.
  • Nudity strictly prohibited. 
  • Note: The Center for Disease Control strongly advises against sauna use during pregnancy.