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General
Do I need to be a member to use the facility?
Yes.
Do I need to live in the immediate area to join The Community YMCA?
No. Memberships are open to anybody in the area who wishes to obtain one.
Can I enter the facility without my YMCA ID card?
Yes, however another form of identification will be required.
Can I put my membership on hold?
Memberships can be put on hold for medical reasons with a physicians note. Any other reason for holding a membership is determined on a case by case basis, and must be approved by the Senior Membership Director.
How do I cancel my membership?
Members that pay monthly on the draft plan may cancel at any time. Submit cancellation request in writing, to the membership department via mail, fax, or e-mail. Draft memberships are continuous until the end of the month in which written notices are submitted. All YMCA ID cards and keys must be surrendered at the time of cancellation. Members that pay annually will not be eligible to cancel prior to the annual expiration date.
How do I put my children in ChildWatch?
Prior to your first visit, complete a ChildWatch registration form, and purchase a ChildWatch coupon. The service is day to day, on a first come first serve basis for children ages 3 months to 7 years old.
Can I come in and pay the guest fee, even if I am not a member?
No, you must be accompanied by a current member and then pay the appropriate fee.
Do I have to be a member to take a class?
No, nonmembers can participate in a class at the nonmember fee.
Is my membership transferable?
No, memberships are non-transferable.
Do I have to be a member to take my child to open swim?
Yes, one party must be a member, and the other may pay the appropriate guest fee.
Do I have to be a member to take tennis lessons?
No, nonmembers can participate in a class at the nonmember fee.
How do I become a member of the swim team?
All prospects must try out prior to the season. Specific dates and times are posted on www.aquarockets.com
Aquatics
How do I know what level my child is in group lessons?
If your child has taken Progressive Swim Lessons at another YMCA, the levels are the same. If not, please view the class descriptions.
When can I sign up for group swim lessons?
You can sign up during the registration period. Please view the latest program guide for registration dates.
Do I need to be a member to take a group or private lesson?
No, nonmembers can take swim lessons at the nonmember rate.
How do I get private or semi-private lessons for my child or myself?
Private lessons are on a first come, first service bases. Please call the Welcome Center at (732) 741-2504 for availability of the pool and swim instructor.
When can I sign up for private lessons?
Unlike group lessons, private lessons do not follow the same registration dates that group lessons do. They run according to availability of pool space and swim instructors.
How many private lessons do I need to sign up for?
Each time you sign up for private lessons you have to sign up for a minimum of 4 lessons or as many as 8.
How do I swim when the pool is crowded?
The Bodman Pool is set up that the outer most lanes are for the slowest swimmers, the next two lanes are for the medium swimmers and the center two lanes are for the fastest swimmers. Start in the slowest lanes and work your way in toward the center until you find a lane that has others swimming at the same or similar speed.
How am I supposed to swim if there are more than two people in the lane?
You must circle swim. Circle swim is where everyone in the lane goes up the right side of the lane and comes back on their right again. They do not cross the black line down the center of the lane for any reason. If you catch up to the person in front of you swimming, slow down, and at the wall switch positions.
Health & Fitness
How can I sign up for a FitLinxx orientation?
You can sign for an orientation at the Welcome Center; it is best for you to sign up right after you join The Community YMCA. Thus, you can start your workout with confidence and motivation.
What is FitLinxx?
FitLinxx is a specially designed computer system that is attached to our Cybex Strength circuit, and is designed to assist you in your workout. It can be programmed to remember the proper weights, seat settings and range of motion. FitLinxx can also be a motivational tool, as the user gets "points" for accomplishing both cardiovascular and strength exercises. The trainers may also interact with the member by emailing in the FitLinxx system.
Why get a personal trainer?
Personal Trainers can motivate you to reach your exercise goals. Through program design, coaching and learning about your individual lifestyle, your personal trainer will teach you about the latest exercise techniques and wellness insights. Whether you want to lose weight, increase your energy level, reduce stress, improve flexibility, or develop more strength, you can achieve your goals with a YMCA Personal Trainer!
How can I get a personal trainer?
Please contact Jim Robinson, Fitness Director at (732) 741-2504, ext. 24. Be prepared to answer several questions like: what are your goals, available time slots, gender preference and past experience with personal training. The fitness director will contact you within 24 hours, after finding the best trainer for you, based on your needs. You may also stop by the fitness office any time.
Do I need to be a member to have personal training sessions at The Community YMCA?
No, nonmembers can have personal training sessions at the nonmember rate.
How do I sign up for Group Fitness? Is there any fee?
When you join The Community YMCA as a Health Service member, the Interchangeable Group Fitness Classes are complimentary. Fees are applied to Facility members and Nonmembers for the Interchangeable Group Fitness Classes. Participation is first come first served. There are specialty fitness classes where fees are applied to all member and nonmember categories. Contact the Welcome Center to sign up for group fitness classes.