Membership Information

Everyone Belongs at the YMCA! We're more than just a place to work out; more than a place where families can spend quality time together; more than a place to learn to swim; more than a place for kids to play team sports; more than a place for seniors to stay young at heart. We're all those things and more. We're a place where you belong!

Value of a YMCA Membership

Your YMCA membership is valuable.  While the economy is in turmoil, the YMCA is a place where members find stress relief, fellowship, networking, and family time.  We want you to get involved in programs and activities that interest you such as open swim, sports leagues, group exercise classes, family events, volunteer opportunities and more. 

YMCA Member Benefits:

  • Unlimited Use of branches during their open times. 
    • Galowich-Smith full members enjoy unlimited use of the Galowich and Smith branches.  They may also use the Avery branch 6 times during a calendar year. 
    • Avery full members enjoy unlimited use of the Avery, Galowich and Smith branches.
  • Priority Registration on all programs like sports, swim classes, after school care, and day camp
  • Lower member rates on programs
  • Free Fitness Orientations for full members
  • Free Child Watch Services for Family Members at Avery and Galowich
  • FREE Month’s Membership when you refer a friend
  • AWAY Program allowing use of other YMCAs throughout the country
  • No Contracts to sign

YMCA Character Values

When you join the YMCA, not only do you get a good value, you get good values.  That’s because everything we do is centered around the Christian Character Values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

AWAY Program - "Always Welcome At YMCAs"

When you travel outside of the Greater Joliet Area, you can use your YMCA membership at over 2,000 locations across the country. Some guest fees and limitations may apply. Visit www.ymca.net to find a Y location where you are visiting.  Contact that YMCA for their guidelines.