Membership FAQs
How much does it cost to join the YMCA?
Do you have to be a member to use the swimming pool?
Can I try the YMCA out before joining?
Do you offer discounts for area companies?
If I join the YMCA, can I bring guests?
What is included in my YMCA membership?
Do you honor Silver Sneakers members?
Do you offer personal trainers at the YMCA?
I will need Child Watch while I work out. What are the details I need to know?
How much does it cost to join the YMCA?
Because our YMCA is an inclusive organization that strives to be affordable to all, we work with each membership on a personal basis. We believe the opportunity for good health should be available to all people. Get more information on Personal Pricing.
Do you have to be a member to use the swimming pool?
The swimming pool is a member-only benefit. Thus a membership is needed to use the pool on a regular basis. However, swim lessons are available to community guests as well as YMCA members for a flat fee.
Can I try the YMCA out before joining?
People wanting to try out the YMCA services before joining are welcome to use a free guest pass up to three times before needing to join the YMCA. Other special promotions may apply for longer periods. Inquire at your local YMCA membership desk for more information.
Do you offer discounts for area companies?
We do offer corporate discounts if the company becomes a YMCA Corporate Health and Wellness partner. There is no cost for the company to become a corporate partner, although many of our partners do subsidize the monthly rate for their employees. To find out if your company has a corporate membership, inquire at your local YMCA. To sign up your company as a corporate member, contact your Human Resources department and then let us know by e-mailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
If I join the YMCA, can I bring guests?
As a member of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, you are welcome to bring guests. With your membership, you will receive three free visit passes each calendar year that can be used at your discretion. Additional guest visits can be purchased for a nominal fee at the front desk. All guests must provide a photo ID at each visit. Members must be at least 16 years old to sponsor a guest. Use of certain areas of the facility may be restricted. Please inquire at your center for complete details.
What is included in my YMCA membership?
YMCA benefits include:
- Use of ALL facilities at all centers of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City
- FREE Y Fit program—a $200 value
- FREE health assessments
- FREE fitness classes
- FREE water fitness classes
- FREE Child Watch while you work out for household memberships
- FREE senior programs
- Reduced rates on swim lessons
- Reduced rates on kids' sports
- Reduced rates on other specialty classes and programs
- Priority registration for all YMCA programs
- YMCA AWAY Program that recognizes your membership at participating YMCAs across the country
- Access to Fitness Software
Do you honor Silver Sneakers members?
Yes! The YMCA of Greater Kansas City has a thriving Silver Sneakers program. The preventative SilverSneakers® exercise program enhances the quality of life for mature adults across the country. Health Care Dimensions (HCD) developed the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program over a decade ago, and it has since grown into the largest senior-focused exercise program in the United States. The partnerships between HCD and HMOs allow Medicare-eligible members of these health plans to participate in YMCA programs at no additional cost
Is the YMCA a charity?
Yes, the YMCA is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. It means that any revenue brought into the YMCA goes back to the members and community in programs and services, financial assistance is provided for people not able to afford the monthly fees, and the YMCA is governed by a board of directors made up of community volunteers.
How old is the YMCA?
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City started in 1860. Our international YMCA family began in 1881. During our history, the YMCA has started, nurtured and shared many programs. Organized swim lessons, the game of basketball, Father’s Day and here in Kansas City the Negro League of Baseball all started at a YMCA.
Do you offer personal trainers at the YMCA?
Yes. As a benefit of your membership you can take advantage of the Y Fit program, which will provide you a health assessment, fitness orientation, and a personal training session. Additional personal training packages are available for a fee.
I will need care for my kids while I work out. What are the details I need to know?
YMCA membership centers provide Child Watch free of charge with your household membership for your child ages 3 months to 8 years old for up to two hours while you are in the YMCA facility. Your child will be engaged in active play during their time in Child Watch. We put safety first with a sign in and out procedure practiced at all times.
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