YMCA Membership Information
Men, women and youth of all ages are welcome to participate in YMCA programs and activities, regardless of age, gender, race, faith or nationality. The Family YMCA at Tarrytown is a local charity that receives no funding from the National YMCA. Contributions from our donors enable us to provide financial aid for programs, services, and memberships to income-qualified families and individuals. Please contact Melissa Weaver at (914) 631- 4807, ext. 14, for more information.

Financial Aid for membership and program fees is available for free and reduced lunch recipients, and for other income qualified individuals.  click here for financial aid application

Corporate Memberships
This program allows your corporation or business to build good will and demonstrate civic leadership by giving back to the community. The YMCA wants to increase both membership and volunteerism. Through this program your employees become members of the YMCA and have total use of the facility and availability of programs with no restrictions on usage or hours.  This is the membership aspect.  As part of the program, employees must volunteer for a YMCA program, event or committee. This is the giving back to the community aspect. Program is open to employees and their families. For further information, contact Sandra Wingate at (914) 631-4807 ext. 10 or Gerry Riera at ext. 17.

Silver Sneakers
The Silver Sneakers program is a great way for seniors to stay in shape, increase energy and feel good. If you are 65 years or older and are Medicare-eligible, you may qualify for a free membership to the Family YMCA at Tarrytown through the Silver Sneakers Program. For more information, contact Sandra Wingate at (914) 631-4807, ext. 10.

Refunds
Program fees are refundable if requests are made at least one week prior to the first day of classes, for classes the YMCA cancels, and for documented medical reasons. Unless the YMCA cancels a class, a $10 processing fee is charged for all refunds.  Membership Fees are not refundable.

Membership Options

Program Registration
Members are entitled to register for the following YMCA programs and activities: YMCA Youth Sports, Teen Strength Training, Computer Classes, Dance Classes, Art Classes, Preschool Enrichment (Tumble Tots), and YMCA Swim Lessons: Parent/Child, Preschool
and Youth. Prior to each Program Session, the following opportunities for registration are available:

Priority Registration is for members who are currently participating in programs, and occurs approximately three weeks prior to the beginning of a new session. Members may only register for programs scheduled on the same day and time as currently registered.

Change Days occur after all priority participants have had the opportunity to register, and are available for those wishing to transfer registration to another day and/or time, without incurring the $10.00 change fee.

Family Priority Registration is for those holding Family Memberships, and who are not currently enrolled in programs and activities. Only eligible members may register during these two days, approximately two weeks prior to a new session.

Open Registration begins with a one-day event, held Saturdays, for those members and non-members wishing to register for YMCA programs and activities. Non-members may purchase memberships at this time. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. Those wishing to
register for youth swim lessons (our largest program) may wish to arrive early. Registrations are taken by number (first come, first served) and numbers are given out beginning at 7:00 a.m. when the building opens. Open Registration continues through the beginning of the session. Program registration will not be accepted after the fourth week of classes.

NOTE;  If you have a child currently enrolled in a class and would like to enroll a sibling, please contact
the Program Director of that particular program (e.g. Aquatic Director) for special sibling priority
registration.

Childcare, art and dance classes, and the pool are typically closed the last week of August into the first week of September for cleaning and maintenance.  This summer we are making significant improvements to and thus will close the pool and locker rooms starting Monday, August 25^th and will reopen them for member use on Monday, September 8^th.

The YMCA Values
The YMCA is committed to providing character development opportunities for everyone we serve.  The fundamental values associated with strong character are Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.  It is our goal to model and teach these values in all of the activities and programs the YMCA provides.  We respectfully request that members allow these values to govern behavior while participating in YMCA programs and activities.

YMCA Service Area
The Family YMCA at Tarrytown is pleased to provide YMCA programs and activities to residents of Westchester Historic River Towns spanning Peekskill to Hastings-on-Hudson, including:  Ardsley, Briarcliff Manor, Buchanan, Cortlandt, Cortlandt Manor, Crompond, Croton-on-Hudson, Crugers, Dobbs Ferry, Eastview, Elmsford, Hastings-on-Hudson, Irvington, Maryknoll, Montrose, Ossining, Peekskill, Pocantico Hills, Scarborough, Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown and Verplanck. 

Through an initiative we call “Y Without Walls,” we are willing and able to offer many of our programs, especially group exercise programs for seniors, locally in your community if it falls in our service area.   Please contact Gerry Riera, extension 17 with program ideas and opportunities.

Emergency Closings
The YMCA will announce emergency program cancellations and closures due to inclement weather on the following radio stations:  WHUD 100.7 FM, WFAS 103.9 FM, WFAS 106.3 FM, WFAS 1230 AM.  Make-up classes, class credits, or refunds will not be issued for inclement weather closings, including lightning and thunder that closes the pool temporarily. Whenever possible, we will post emergency closings on the What's Happening section of Home Page on this website.  This may not always take place. We will call all swim lesson participants in the event of a building closure due to snow or ice storms.

Financial Aid
Through the generosity of our contributors, the Family YMCA at Tarrytown is pleased to offer financial aid opportunities for all income-qualified families and individuals.  Our mission ensures that no eligible individual or family will be turned away.  Financial aid packages are available for all levels of membership and all programs.  Aid packages are valid for one year from application.  Please contact Aquatics Director/Financial Aid Administrator Melissa Weaver at (914) 631-4807 ext. 14 for more information or to apply for financial aid.

YMCA Volunteer Opportunities
The strength of our organization largely depends upon volunteers.  From those on the Board of Directors, who set the policies and direction that govern our future, to those raising needed funds, teaching classes or caring for kids, each makes a difference in the lives they touch and more broadly for the YMCA as a community center.  Volunteer opportunities abound at the YMCA, and we are always on the lookout for good people.  If you’re interested, please call Sandra Wingate (914) 631-4807 ext 10.

Payment Methods:
Personal Checks for more than $10.00 are accepted with a valid driver’s license and one major credit card as identification.

Credit Cards may be used to purchase memberships, program registrations or sales items.  VISA, MasterCard and American Express are accepted.

Monthly Credit Card Draft allows one-twelfth of your annual membership to be charged automatically to your VISA, MasterCard or American Express account each month.  Draft payments are continuous, do not end after one year, and renewal reminders are not issued.  The Initiation Fee is added to the first month’s payment amount.  All changes to your credit card account status, including receiving a replacement card for an expired credit card, should be immediately reported to Melissa Chulla ext. 21 so that your account does not unnecessarily or mistakenly fall into arrears (which causes us to cancel your membership).  Cancellations must be received no later than the 10^th day of any month to avoid payment of that month’s draft.  All current membership cards must accompany a completed Draft Termination Form to complete the termination.  Charges are made during the last two weeks of the month.

Health, Safety, Security and Convenience
Membership cards provide a system of safety and security in the YMCA facility.  Please present your valid card(s) at the Member Service Desk each time you enter the building.  It may be retrieved upon your exit.  In the event of an emergency, YMCA personnel will use your card(s) to ensure a complete evacuation.  Lost or misplaced membership cards will be replaced at the Member Service Desk for $5.00 per card.  If you do not have your card, you will be expected to leave your driver's license or other photo ID at the Member Service Desk.  You will not be permitted entry without photo ID.

Your cooperation in maintaining the Family YMCA at Tarrytown as a smoke-free, alcohol-free facility is appreciated.  Members are welcome to enjoy food and drink in the lobby area only.  We do not permit cell phone use anywhere except lobby areas.

Emergency Intercoms are located in the racquetball courts, sauna and steam rooms.  In the event of an emergency, press the button to reach a YMCA operator.

Fire alarms are located throughout the building.  In the event of a fire alarm or other emergency, please exit the building through closest emergency exit, provided it is not blocked or unsafe and remain on the side walk until instructed to return to the building.  If you use the main exit located near the parking lot on Windle Park, walk out of the parking lot (so as not to block emergency vehicles) and remain on the Windle Park sidewalk at least six feet away from the driveway entrance until instructed to return to the building.  During a fire alarm or other emergency, follow all directions given by YMCA personnel.  Your retrieval of your Membership card(s) help us to ensure that the building is empty during an emergency.  Member Service personnel will return card(s) to you near the door as you exit.

Athletic clothing is recommended.  Belts, buckles, denim and rivets are prohibited.

Loose clothing and jewelry should be secured for safety during YMCA activities.

Strength and Fitness Center use must be preceded by an orientation, which may be scheduled at the Member Service Desk.  The Strength and Fitness Center is reserved for members and guests 15 years and older.  Members aged 13 to 15 may use the Fitness Center at designated hours and only after completing a mandatory orientation.

Water bottles are permitted in exercise areas.  Please store food, other drinks, additional clothing and bags or luggage in the locker rooms.  No cell phones in the fitness center

Racquetball Court use requires eye protection, wrist cords and athletic clothing.  Hourly court reservations may be made up to two days in advance, and will be held for ten minutes after the appointed hour.  Second reservations on the same day may be made after 9:00 AM.  Minimum age for use is 15.

Steam and Sauna Rooms are for dual-gender use.  Respectful behavior, swimsuits and towels or robes are required, and personal grooming should be confined to locker rooms.

Pool may be used only when a YMCA lifeguard is on duty.  Swimsuits are required and bathing caps are recommended.  Lap swimming lanes are designated Slow, Medium and Fast, and swimmers are asked to adjust their lanes based upon the fastest swimmer in the pool.  Lifeguards are authorized to make such adjustments when necessary.  Please limit the use of flippers to Slow Lane and recreational swimming.

Adult supervision of all children attending Family Recreational Swims is mandatory.  One adult must accompany youth in the water at all times. Only one non-swimmer per adult permitted.  Youth wishing to swim in the deep end must pass a deep-water test. Member owned flotation devices are permitted.  Guests are welcome to join the fun (paying appropriate guest fee) on an unlimited basis. 

Children 6 to 14 years are invited to attend Youth Recreational Swims.  Children 6 to 14 years must be able to stand or swim in the shallow end of the pool (3.5 feet).  The YMCA is unable to accommodate guests during Youth Recreational Swims.  Flotation devices are not allowed, and adults/parents are not permitted in the pool.

Gymnasium use requires athletic shirt, pants or shorts, and sneakers.  The Gymnasium is tightly scheduled for a variety of activities, and many are age-group limited.  A schedule is available on the website, in the current brochure, and at the Member Service Desk.  Conduct exhibiting Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility is mandatory.

Lockers are available for use during all open hours.  Conduct exhibiting Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility is mandatory in the locker rooms.  No food or drink may be consumed in the locker rooms.  The YMCA recommends locking your belongings with your own lock, which may be purchased at the Member Service Desk.  Children over the age of 5 years are required to use a gender-appropriate locker room.  Adult supervision of all children is highly recommended.  Overnight use of lockers is not permitted.

Items for sale at the Member Service Desk include padlocks, swim goggles, bathing caps, swim “bubbles”, racquetballs, handballs, eye protection, and swim patches.  Towels may be rented and an assortment of basketballs and other sports equipment is available for complimentary use in the gymnasium during open use times.

A suggestion box is available in the lobby.  Please feel free to communicate with us by telephone at (914) 631-4807, by facsimile at (914) 631-4841, or by email at info@ymcatarrytown.org.

 

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