Membership Information
Membership Categories

Family Membership
This membership gives your family access to the Berkeley Heights YMCA facility and programs. It also includes priority registration for adult specialty classes and all youth program classes. Membership consists of any two adults residing at the same address, and dependents age 22 and under.

Individual Adult Membership
This membership entitles you to full use of the Berkeley Heights facilities including a Health & Fitness Program-- with a state-of-the-art Fitness Center and a wide variety of fitness classes.

Program Membership
Young people ages 12 years and under can participate in aquatic classes (at the Summit Y) , preschool and sports classes, sports leagues, and teen programs with this membership plan.

All-In-One Membership
This membership provides membership privileges at the Springfield, Summit and Berkeley Heights facilities. Members are given 5 yearly guest passes. This is an ideal plan for individuals who want to use a YMCA close to home or work.

2008 Membership Rates

Membership Fees Monthly* Annual Joining Fee
Youth (12 & under) $100.00
Teen (13-17) $22.00 $275.00
College** $30.00 $350.00 $55.00
Adult (18+) $44.75 $525.00 $80.00
Family $73.50 $866.00 $130.00
Sr Adult (62+) $32.75 $385.00 $60.00
Sr Family $55.00 $644.00 $100.00
All in One Membership Monthly* Annual Joining Fee
Adult (18+) $77.50 $910.00 $140.00
Family 108.50 $1,275.00 $195.00

* Credit Card Draft Plan

**Must have proof that you are current full-time student.

(12 credits undergraduate, 9 credits graduate)

The YMCA reserves the right to change membership fees with a 30 day notice to members

 

Managing Your Membership

Financial Assistance
The Y believes in providing membership and program services to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify through a confidential application process. Forms are available at the Member Services desk.

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Joining Fee
A new member joining fee is a one-time fee apyable in full upon joining or rejoining. Fees are used for capital improvements and equipment purchases. You may rejoin within 45 days of your expiration date without paying an additional fee. The joining fee does not apply to youth, clergy and teens.

Methods of Payment
You can pay your membership dues in one of two ways.

  1. Credit Card Payment Plan. An easy way to pay as you go! Your VISA, AMEX or Master Card is debited once per month. Membership is continuous until cancelled in writing.
  2. Full Payment. Dues may be paid in full upon joining and yearly thereafter. Payment is accepted via cash, check or credit card -- see the Member Services desk for details.

Registration
Membership is required to participate in any adult or child program, except certain "Specialty Classes" requiring fees on a per-class basis.

Program Credt and Refund Policy

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  • A $10 service charge applies to all refunds.
  • Program Cancellations by participant must be made in writing.
  • Credits are valid for 12 months from date of issue.
  • Credits may be used at any branch of the Summit Area YMCA.
  • Programs cancelled by the YMCA will be made available for full refund or credit.
  • Participant program cancellation any time up to five (5) days before the first class will result  in a full refund minus the $10 service charge.
  • Participant program cancellation less than five (5) days before the first class will result in 50% refund minus the $10 service charge.
  • Participant program cancellation on or after the first day of class does not qualify for a credit or refund unless the YMCA is provided with a doctor’s note, refund will be pro-rated for missed           classes.
  • Membership fees are non refundable.
  • Cancellation policy is subject to change.
  • Classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment.
  • Credit/Refund may take up to two (2) weeks to process

 

AWAY Program
The AWAY (Always Welcome at YMCA'S) sticker on your membership card entitles you to visit participating YMCA's in other cities when you are traveling. Ask a member service staff person to call the city you'll be visiting. To find any YMCA in the USA: 1-888-333-9622. Or visit their website at www.YMCA.net.