Christian County YMCA

900 McAdam Drive, Taylorville, IL  62568  217-287-7271  217-824-2348 fax

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Membership Information

Special Access for Disabled

The Christian County YMCA supports the intent and spirit of the Americans with disabilities Act.  Participants in wheelchairs gain easy access at the east door of the facility either by the elevator or ramped entrance.  In addition, patrons can also enjoy the Family Aquatic Center by using the wheel chair lift located in the lap pool or the 0’ depth entry.  Lifeguards will be present for assistance.

 

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Membership Benefits

The YMCA is proud to provide the following benefits to members at no additional fee:

         FREE babysitting – ages newborn to six years old – for YMCA family             members;

         FREE walk-on racquetball court time (except reserved time);

         FREE walk-on tennis court time (except prime time);

            FREE personal instruction and introduction to YMCA Fitness Center             equipment;

         FREE personal instruction and introduction to YMCA Family Aquatic Center             fitness equipment;

         FREE land and aquatic adult fitness classes;

         FREE youth basketball and soccer leagues for Family Memberships; and

         Member registration period for 1-2 weeks prior to start of new program             sessions.

Financial Assistance

The YMCA is an organization dedicated to Christian principles and turns no person away due to the inability to pay.  If you need assistance, the YMCA is here to help.  Please contact Chris Weittenhiller, Executive Director or Darlene Bouvet, Membership Secretary for assistance.

Guidelines for Members and Guests Using the YMCA Facility

  • You must present your current photo I.D. membership card each time you use the facility.

 

  • Lockers are available.  Always secure your belongings in a locked locker.  Members/guests must bring a padlock to lock up valuables while using the facility.  Padlocks are not allowed to be kept on lockers overnight.  The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.  Please do not bring valuables, cash, etc. with you the facility.

 

  • Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.

 

  • All food and drinks must be consumed in the concession areas or tiled lobby area.

 

  • State law requires a soap shower before and after using the pool, whirlpool, sauna and steam room.

 

  • Please respect the YMCA and be considerate of others and wipe perspiration off of the equipment in the Fitness Center upon completing your workout.

 

  • Lined swimsuits required for pool and whirlpool.  No cut-offs or gym shorts are allowed in the pool or whirlpool.

 

  • All scheduled activities (times and fees) and/or staff may be changed or cancelled at the discretion of the YMCA staff.

 

  • A medical examination is strongly recommended for all members/guests and particularly necessary for embarking on a fitness class or program or using the Fitness or Aquatic Centers.

 

  • In relation to the goals and philosophy of the YMCA, tobacco and smoking is prohibited in or on the YMCA property.

 

  • Each member/guest participates at his/her own risk.  The YMCA does not provide accident insurance.

 

  • Youth age 13 years and under must leave the YMCA by 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday unless accompanied by a parent.  If youth are attending 4th & 5th Grade Party or Teen Center, they must be picked at the appropriate times or be met with a suspension of privilege to attend these programs.

 

  • Inappropriate conduct, disrespectful, abusive behavior, or profanity will not be tolerated at all.  Members/guests may be asked to leave for the day and possible extended period, with a possible loss of membership for repeated incidents.

 

  • Members must have an up-to-date or current account before registering for a program.  Members cannot register for a program if their account is past 60 days.

 

  • Participants must bring balance up to date and it cannot exceed 2 weeks or children will not be allowed to participate.

 

  • Goggles/masks covering the eye area only will be permitted in the pool. 

 

  • All youth must be 14 years of age or older to use the Wellness Center by themselves.  Youth 12 and 13 may use the area if they have been through the Jr. High Strength Training Program, or if accompanied directly by a parent.  Misuse of equipment or not supervising children may result in parent and youth losing membership privileges.  Special note:  Children 11 years of age and under are not allowed in the Wellness Center.  This includes parents with pre-school age or toddler age children.  Those children should be in Child Care.

 

Guest Pass Fee  

            Student/Youth              $5.00

            Adult/Senior                 $8.00

            Sr. Couple                    $11.00

            Family                          $15.00

 

A Guest Pass, good for one day, may be used by an individual or family no more than three times in a calendar year.  Membership is required for further facility usage. 

 

Members of any other YMCA may use the Christian County YMCA by presenting a current membership card and paying half of the daily Guest Pass fee at unlimited visits.

 

Rates

                                                Joining Fee                   Monthly Rate

Youth                                       $20.00                         $15.75

Adult                                        $45.00                         $40.00

Family                                      $60.00                         $51.50

Senior                                      $40.00                         $35.00

Sr. Couple                                $45.00                         $44.00

 

All memberships are on an annual basis, twelve consecutive months, for one full year.  All memberships are expected to be honored unless conditions such as major illness, surgery or moving away from Christian County, unemployment or unforeseen major financial hardship occurs. 

Membership Payment Plans

Full payment, monthly bank draft or monthly credit card draft are accepted.  Payment may be made by cash, check, or major credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, and Discover).  A payment must be made at membership registration to begin using the YMCA facility.

YMCA Membership & Program Payment Policy       

  • Any member over 60 days delinquent in payment is considered terminated and must pay a 90 day balance plus joining fee before renewing membership. 
  • Most financial institutions offer convenient, easy monthly bank drafts.
  • Bank draft memberships renew automatically at the end of twelve months unless the YMCA membership office receives notice of cancellation before the end of the twelve-month commitment.
  • There is a $20.00 service charge on all returned bank drafts and returned checks due to insufficient funds.
  • The YMCA reserves the right to make necessary membership or program rate or fee adjustments at any time.
  • All program fees are to be paid at registration with the exception of pre-school, after school and summer day camp, which must be paid weekly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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