Lake County YMCA - FAQ Membership

Membership FAQ

Why join the Y?

The East End YMCA is a community that offers more than you expect. Our focus is on building a relationship to support you in reaching your wellness goals - whether to lose weight, improve your health, change your lifestyle, spend more time with your family or make new friends. You'll find state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, group fitness activities, swimming, basketball, racquetball, and more along with staff who are here because they are caring, knowledgeable, and truly want to make a difference.

What does my membership entitle me to?

Lake County members have access to all activity areas. Adult members have access to adult locker rooms, which include sauna (women's), and steam room (men's). The facility also has a pool, gymnasium, and Youth Center. Members receive a free fitness center orientation, priority registration, and access to all branches of the Lake County YMCA.

How do I become a member of the YMCA?

Visit the YMCA for a tour any time we're open. When you join, you will be charged a join fee and prorated dues for the first month, and we will review payment options with you. Youth, Adult, and Family memberships are available, so you are sure to find the type of membership that best meets your needs. No one is turned away due to an inability to pay - please ask about our Financial Assistance Scholarship Program.

How do I pay for a membership?
Payment is by monthly draft from a credit card, checking or savings account. You may also pay for a full year in advance by cash, check or credit card.

How much does a membership cost?
Rates can be found on the Membership Page. Click here to see pricing. Need-based financial assistance application can also be found there.

Do you offer different types of memberships?
Yes. YMCA offers adult, youth, and family memberships.

Do I have to sign a contract?

No. YMCA membership is perpetual and can be cancelled at any time.

Do you have joiner fees?
Yes. The YMCA charges a one-time joiner fee. Click here to visit the Membership Page on our website for more information.

I want to cancel my membership. What is the deadline to do this so that I don't have to pay another month's fee?

You must cancel in writing at the YMCA 30 days before the month that you want to cancel.

If I drop my membership, do I have to pay a joiner's fee again to rejoin?

If you renew your membership within 30 days of canceling your membership, you will not have to pay the joiner's fee again.

How can I try the Y?
We are happy to offer you a tour and a free week guest pass to use our facility on your

first visit.

Can I bring a friend to the Y if I have a membership?

Anyone can use our facility on a drop-in basis up to three times per calendar year.

For adults, this fee is $5 and for children under age 18 the cost is $3. An entire family

can try out our facility for $10.

Are there any additional charges?

Additional fees may be charged for group fitness; preschool, teen, and adult swim

lessons; sports classes; dance and other specialty programs. Prices for programming

is listed in the program guide.

The membership fee is too expensive for me, how can you help?
Financial assistance may be available and is awarded based on the applicant’s

demonstrated ability to pay and the availability of YMCA scholarship funds. We

provide financial assistance through the generosity of people who contribute

to the Strong Kids Campaign and funds allocated from the United Way of Lake County.

Scholarship application forms are available at the member services desk or click here
to download one now.

Can I join the YMCA if I live in another county?
Our membership is open to all. If our facilities are convenient to you and offer

what you need, please stop by and ask for a tour.

I'm moving to the Madison area. How do I transfer my YMCA

membership to the East End YMCA?

Please bring a letter from your YMCA to the East End YMCA, stating that you a member in good standing. Please make sure you stop your membership at your current Y before you move.

What if I just want to take a class?

Most programs are offered to participants at a higher rate than our member rate. Non-member registration starts several days after member registration. Click here to see registration dates and information.

Do you have corporate rates?
The YMCA has some corporate members established. Please check with the front desk staff or your HR department to see if your company currently provides membership discounts. If your company is interested in setting up a corporate rate, contact the Membership Director.