BEGIN BECOME BELONG
YMCA OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE
Member Handbook
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to
discover who they are and what they can achieve.
Through the Y, thousands of youth cultivate
the values, skills and relationships that lead to
positive behaviors, better health and educational
achievement.
HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being
The Y brings families closer together, encourages
good health and fosters connections through
tness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result,
hundreds of thousands of youth, adults and families
in Middle Tennessee receive the support, guidance
and resources needed to achieve greater health and
well-being.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Giving back and providing support to our neighbors
The YMCA of Middle Tennessee has been listening
and responding to our communities’ most critical
social needs for more than 130 years. Thanks to
community partners and thousands of volunteers
who devote their time, talent and nancial support,
the Y is able to provide access to life-changing
programs and give thousands in our community the
chance to learn, grow and thrive.
WELCOME TO THE Y!
As a member of the Y, you become part of much more than a place to exercise. You become part of a powerful
association of men, women and children committed to making our community a place where everyone has the
opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
For more than 130 years, the YMCA of Middle Tennessee has been guided by its Christian mission and values
to strengthen the foundations of our community and nurture the potential of the men, women and children who
call our region home. As a leading nonprot dedicated to meeting community needs, we engage people across
eight counties, giving more than 313,000 of our neighbors—more than a third of them kids—the chance to
learn, grow and thrive.
We’ve compiled this handbook as a quick reference for you. Please refer to this information to learn about
policies, programs and the purpose behind our organization. We want to do whatever we can to help you make
the most of your YMCA membership.
Thank you for being a part of the Y!
Our Mission
A worldwide charitable fellowship united
by a common loyalty to Jesus Christ for
the purpose of helping people grow in
spirit, mind and body.
Our Values
Caring
Honesty
Respect
Responsibility
WHAT WE STAND FOR
The Y is the nation’s leading nonprot committed to strengthening community through the following areas of focus:
WHO WE ARE
MEMBERSHIP
Simply put, the Y is for everyone. All people in our
region are invited to join and enjoy our life-enhancing
programs and services, regardless of age, faith, race,
background, ability or socioeconomic circumstance.
With a YMCA membership, you have full access to our
centers, as well as priority registration and member-
only rates for programs and services.
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
We offer an array of exible membership categories
to ensure you nd a t for your unique household.
Choose the membership category that’s right for you
from the list below.
ONE - One adult age 29-61
ONE PLUS - One adult and one or more dependents
living in the same household
YOUNG ONE - One adult age 19-28
SENIOR ONE - One adult age 62 and older
TEEN ONE - One youth age 12-18
TWO - Two adults ages 18 to 61 who live in the same
household
SENIOR TWO - Two adults, one of which is age 62 or
older, who live in the same household.
TWO PLUS - Two adults ages 18 to 61, plus one or
more dependents who live in the same household.
THREE PLUS - Three adults plus dependents living in
the same household.
FOUR PLUS - Four adults, plus one or more
dependents, living in the same household.
Please note that, in some cases, exceptions may
be made for membership categories. For example,
a disabled dependent child over the age of 22 may
qualify a household for a “plus” membership category.
The leadership of the center where you join will make
determinations regarding exceptions.
ONE MEMBERSHIP, MANY CENTERS
Association-wide memberships provide access to all
YMCA locations across Middle Tennessee. Each of our
centers is unique, with distinct facilities, classes and
programs, and you can discover and enjoy them all by
being a facility member.
CENTER-ONLY MEMBERSHIPS
We offer center-only memberships for those who
apply and are awarded nancial assistance through
our Open Doors Charitable Assistance program, as
well as for members of centers in remote locations or
at locations with limited offerings. With a center-only
membership, a member enjoys unlimited access only to
the center at which their membership was initiated.
Please note: All members of the YMCA of Middle
Tennessee—with either association-wide or center-
only memberships—have the privilege of participating
in fee-based programs at member prices.
MEMBERSHIP POLICIES
As a member of the Y, you’re part of an organization
committed to helping everyone in our community have
the opportunities they need to learn, grow and thrive.
Our membership policies are designed to ensure we
can continue to provide a safe, positive and nurturing
environment where individuals and families feel
welcome and at home.
MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT
All members must act in accordance with the values
of the YMCA to maintain an atmosphere that’s free of
offensive and unlawful conduct.
We show no tolerance for:
• Fighting
• Use of abusive language
• Disrespect for property rights of the Y or others
• Conduct or actions of a sexual nature
• Derogatory or unwelcome comments based on
individuals’ sex, race, ethnicity, age, religion,
marital status, citizenship, disability, sexual
orientation or any legally protected status
As a private organization, the Y reserves the right to
cancel the membership of any member who does not
follow the Member Code of Conduct at any time--
while on-site at a Y center or during participation in
any YMCA-afliated event regardless of location.
YMCA staff members may dene what is considered
inappropriate behavior in determination of a member’s
suspension or termination. Y members or guests
who observe conduct not tting the Member Code of
Conduct should promptly report concerns to Y staff
so that we can make every effort to investigate and
resolve issues promptly, condentially and effectively.
SEX OFFENDER POLICY
To help enhance the safety of the members, guests
and staff in our facilities, the YMCA monitors the
sexual offender registry. Persons on the registry
will not be eligible for membership, guest access
or program participation with the YMCA of Middle
Tennessee.
MEMBERSHIP CARDS AND PHOTO IDS
• Safety is a cornerstone of our center operations,
and membership cards (and photo IDs) are
essential tools to maintaining safety at all Y
locations.
• All members age 12 and older receive membership
cards. Members under age 12 must be
accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who
possesses a membership card.
• We require that all members, adults and children,
have a current photo on le in our system. Having
pictures of adults and children in our software
system ensures those entering into the YMCA are
who they say they are and that our children are
with the adults identied on their membership unit.
• Your membership card is very important. Please
keep track of it and present it at the Welcome
Center every time you enter a Y location. If you
happen to arrive without your card, you may show
another form of photo ID, such as your driver’s
license, to secure entry.
• If your card does not scan, we will verify your
membership by other means, such as an additional
form of identication, while you wait. If we nd
your membership is not current, you may not
enter the Y.
• Never loan your card or transfer your membership
to someone else; these actions are grounds for
termination.
LOCKER ROOMS
We provide locker rooms for adults by gender, as well
as for families with children age 6 and under who
may be escorted by either parent. Children age 7 and
older should be accompanied by a parent of the same
gender. Some centers offer “Assisted Changing Rooms”
or mixed gender family locker rooms; check with your
preferred Y center to nd out your options.
When using any of our locker room, sauna, steam
room or Whirlpool facilities, please wear a towel or
clothing at all times. Also, do not use cameras or
video recording devices in any Y locker room. These
practices will ensure all Y members’ standards of
privacy are respected and safety is prioritized.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
When it comes to bringing personal belongings
into the Y locker rooms, remember it’s up to you
to watch them and lock them. You are solely
responsible for all personal belongings you bring,
and you must provide your own secure lock for
protection of your items. Lockers are only to be
used during normal operating hours. Unauthorized
locks left overnight may be removed and contents
donated to charity at the discretion of YMCA staff.
ATTIRE
The Y is a family-oriented organization, and your
attire must always be appropriate throughout all
areas of our facilities. Swimsuits are required in the
pools––no cutoffs or street clothes are permitted.
Proper workout attire and gym shoes should be worn
in our wellness centers, aerobic studios, basketball
courts, tracks and other program areas. Coverage
is required even in the locker rooms, steam rooms,
saunas and whirlpool, so keep a towel, wrap or other
clothes on at all times.
SECURITY
We do everything we can to ensure your security
and safety while on any Y premises. That’s why we
place so much emphasis on the use of membership
IDs for check-ins. However, we cannot be responsible
for any theft or damage to your personal property,
either in our buildings or parking lots. Please
remember, you are responsible for securing any items
you bring on site.
If you do have one of your possessions stolen or
damaged, please complete an incident report at the
Welcome Center. Be assured that we do track such
incidents and take any steps we can to prevent them
from happening again. Leave valuables at home,
and protect the property you do choose to bring
by securing it in a locker in a locker room (you must
provide your own lock). YMCA staff are not permitted
to hold or watch your valuables for you. Also note that
we do not recommend leaving valuables in a locked car.
WEAPONS POLICY
In short, our policy is this: no weapons of any kind, at
any time on YMCA property. Regardless of any valid
license to possess, YMCA members are prohibited from
carrying onto YMCA property any rearms, Tasers,
large knives or other objects YMCA staff determine to
be dangerous to the safety of their members.
LOST AND FOUND
If you lose something on site, promptly check your
center’s Lost and Found area to see if the item has
been retrieved. We hold items found within the facility
in Lost and Found for just one week, and unclaimed
items are donated to charity. Remember, the YMCA is
not responsible for lost or stolen items.
HEALTH ISSUES
Please get a medical exam prior to beginning any
exercise program. This is a wise rst step to engaging
in any wellness-related activity. Some programs may
require a written and signed physician’s approval prior
to participation.
Also, be sure to keep your contact information up to
date with the YMCA ofces. It’s essential that we have
your current address, phone number and emergency
contact information in case of an emergency.
CAREGIVER PASS
The YMCA offers caregiver passes for families who
rely on the support of outside-the-family caregivers.
Households and caregivers must rst complete and
sign our caregiver pass policy. Once the caregiver
pass has been issued, the pass holder may visit the
Y at any time in the company of the dependent(s) in
a supervisory capacity. Caregivers must be with the
dependents they are supervising at all times. Please
note that the caregiver pass does not constitute
a membership and holders are not entitled to the
benets of membership.
NANNIES AND BABYSITTERS
Your membership may be upgraded to include a nanny
or babysitter. For example, a ONE Plus membership
would be upgraded to a TWO Plus, a TWO Plus would
be upgraded to a THREE Plus, etc. Any nanny or
babysitter must be an active member of the YMCA
in order to supervise your children at the YMCA. As
an active member of the Y, your nanny or babysitter
will have full access to all the amenities available to
members, including Y-Play and Youth Activity Center
services, group exercise and more. For children age
6 or younger, nannies must be at least 18 in order to
supervise at our locations.
TENNESSEE RECIPROCAL
MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM
Sometimes it’s more convenient to visit a Y in a
different location when traveling, near a workplace
or in another region. Full facility/full privilege YMCA
members have the exibility to use other Y facilities
across Tennessee at no extra charge.
• The Reciprocal Membership Program is valid for
YMCA full facility/full privilege m
embers only.
Program-only participants may upgrade to a full
membership at any time to qualify.
• Visitors to other Ys must present a valid YMCA
membership card and photo ID upon their first
visit and complete a visiting member waiver or
standard membership application form with
liability waiver.
• YMCA full facility/full privilege members must
use their home branch at least 50% of the time.
Program discounts do not apply. Participating
YMCAs reserve the right to restrict facility or
program access.
• Other restrictions may apply.
To nd a list of participating Tennessee YMCAs, visit
ymcamidtn.org/join/reciprocity.
AWAY PROGRAM
If you are traveling outside of Tennessee, you can
access most Y locations throughout the U.S. thanks to
our “Always Welcome at the YMCA” (AWAY) program.
Please be sure to check with the YMCA where you
are visiting for their current AWAY membership
practices and procedures. The current YMCA of Middle
Tennessee AWAY membership program accommodates
14 out-of-region visits per calendar year.
CENTER HOURS
Center hours vary by location, with each center
setting hours based on member needs. Typically, all
YMCA centers are closed or have reduced hours on
major holidays. Check with your preferred location to
get details about the latest hours and holiday closures.
GUEST POLICY
APPLICABLE TO ALL GUESTS:
• Each guest must provide a valid photo ID on
each visit.
• All guests under the age of 18 must be
accompanied and signed in by a current YMCA
member over age 18 on each visit.
• Each guest must be properly checked-in through
Member Services at the Welcome Center.
• The current YMCA member will be held
responsible for any discipline issues of their
guest(s) up to and including suspension or
termination of membership.
LOCAL GUESTS (GUEST IN OUR SERVICE AREA)
The YMCA is a member organization and seeks to
encourage memberships through guest privileges.
Members are invited to bring local guests one time per
year, per facility to enjoy the Y at no additional cost.
OUT-OF-TOWN MEMBER GUESTS
A current YMCA of Middle Tennessee member can
bring an out-of-town guest to the YMCA to receive
a pass for 14 visits per year. Out-of-town guests will
be required to provide proof of residence outside the
YMCA of Middle Tennessee service area. Any out-
of-town guest must be accompanied by a current
member on their rst visit.
MEMBER GUEST FEE
If a guest exceeds his or her complimentary visits for
the year, he or she may purchase an additional visit
for $15 per day. The guest must be accompanied by a
current YMCA of Middle Tennessee member.
AWAY MEMBERS
Y members from outside the YMCA of Middle
Tennessee service area can participate in the AWAY
Program at no charge. AWAY program participants
may use YMCA of Middle Tennessee facilities for up
to 14 visits per calendar year.
FEES AND PAYMENTS
Your prompt, consistent payment of membership fees
helps us continue to offer our community-focused
programs and services. The best way to ensure your
payments are always on time is to set up a monthly
bank, debit or credit card draft through the bank or
card issuer of your choice. With an automatic draft,
we deduct your monthly membership fees directly
from your bank or credit account—with no hassle to
you—as long as you’re a member.
To set up your automatic draft, simply visit the
Welcome Center at your local Y and they’ll be happy
to help you set it up. Here are a few things to
remember when you do:
• To set up a draft through your bank account,
please remember to provide a voided check.
• If you must cancel your membership or change
your account information, we will gladly make
those changes for you upon receiving written
notice. Just visit your local Y to complete and sign
a Change or Cancellation Form.
• Please monitor your monthly bank or credit card
statement for discrepancies. You must report
errors within 90 days of occurrence to enable us
to correct our mistake and refund the appropriate
amount to you (after 90 days, we will only be able
to correct our error.)
• If you prefer to be billed, we offer annual, bi-
annual or quarterly invoice options in addition
to payment by monthly draft. You will receive an
invoice at least 30 days prior to the payment due
date. If we do not receive your complete payment
by the payment due date, we will assume that you
are canceling your membership.
• To update your payment information, visit your
local center or create a free online account at
ymcamidtn.org.
RETURNED PAYMENT POLICY
All returned payments (checks, electronic funds transfers
and most credit card payments) will result in a $20 charge.
Outstanding balances resulting from uncollected returned
payments must be cleared up before the participant can
enroll or attend any YMCA program.
Returned checks and declined drafts due to NSFs, as
well as declined credit cards, will be collected by an
agency licensed by the Collection Service Board. You
can contact them at 888.519.9122 .
For returned checks or electronic fund transfers (EFT)
that have been returned for Non-Sufcient Funds
(NSF):
• The bank account associated with the return will
be drafted for the amount of the check or EFT and
the returned payment fee.
• This redraft can occur up to two times if the initial
attempt is unsuccessful.
• If your check or EFT has been declined for reasons
other than NSF, you can pay at the YMCA location.
However, if your payment is in active collections,
DO NOT give a replacement payment to the YMCA
or make a payment online to cover a returned
check or EFT.
• The collection agency has 21 days to collect your
payment.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
If you are not completely satised with your
membership within the rst 30 days, we will refund
both your joining fee and monthly dues in full.
PROGRAM REFUND POLICY
If participating in a YMCA program, refunds will
only be issued prior to the start of a program
session. After the program is started the parent/
participant may request a system credit to be used
for future program sign-ups. If the parent/participant
is dissatised with the program it will be at the
Center’s discretion whether to issue a refund. If
the participant moves out of the service area in the
middle of the program session a refund may be issued.
MEMBERSHIP ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM
Membership to the YMCA of Middle Tennessee is
available to everyone, regardless of ability to pay.
Through the Open Doors Charitable Assistance
Program, we offer nancial assistance to subsidize the
monthly membership fees for friends and neighbors
who have demonstrated a nancial need. Members who
receive assistance are guaranteed the same quality
experience as full-pay members.
An application to participate in the program is available
online at ymcamidtn.org/join and at the Welcome Center
of every local Y. In addition to providing a completed
membership application and a completed Open Doors
application, interested members will also need to provide
verication of income in the form of a 1040 Federal Tax
Form for all incomes in the household. Everyone, including
existing members, is welcome to apply. If your income
changes during the course of your membership, you are
welcome to contact us to learn more about this program.
CHANGES TO YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Change is inevitable, even when it comes to your
YMCA membership. Thankfully we offer a simple form
(available at any of our locations) for you to complete
any time you need to alter something related to your
membership. Whether adding or removing a family
member or updating your address or bank account
information, you can submit updates any time with ease.
UPGRADES- Do you need to add someone to your
membership? Simply complete the change form to let us
know of the upgrade. Of course, adding participants to
a membership may push you to a different membership
category with added fees. If that’s the case, please
note that you will be responsible for paying additional
membership dues, as well as the difference in joining
fees, at the time you submit your change form. If you
pay by invoice, we ask that you also pay the difference
in your dues for the balance of your invoice period.
DOWNGRADES- If you need to remove members
from your membership, simply complete a change form
and return the membership cards of those no longer
participating. We’ll adjust your membership category
and dues. Please allow 30 days to adjust the bank
draft amount. Refunds will be made for remaining dues
paid on annual invoice payments. We cannot refund
or provide a credit for the original joining fee. Also,
temporary membership cards will be issued for dropped
members for the balance of their membership period.
MOVING- Memberships to the YMCA of Middle
Tennessee are not transferable to other Ys outside the
YMCA of Middle Tennessee association. If you’re moving
out of our area but would like to maintain Y membership
elsewhere, you must cancel your membership here and
join again in your new city. At your request, we will be
happy to provide a letter stating the cancellation date
of your membership here in Middle Tennessee and the
amount of joining fees you paid. Contact the Y in your
new area to nd out their policies, joining fees and dues,
as details will vary.
HOLDS - Because your Y membership is intended to
be an ongoing commitment, we only offer holds or
suspensions due to medical issues or world travel.
Should you need to suspend your membership for
another reason, you must submit a cancellation form
at least 30 days in advance of your end date. Should
you ever need to suspend your membership, you
must submit a cancellation form at least 30 days in
advance of your end date. Exceptions to this guideline
may be extended due to medical circumstances at the
discretion of local center leadership.
CANCELLATIONS - To end your membership,
complete and sign the YMCA cancellation form and
submit it with your membership cards to your local
center. We ask that you provide 30 days notice prior
to cancellation.
We cannot accept cancellations by phone, email,
verbal statements or fax. Note that the YMCA
reserves the right to cancel a membership with
appropriate notice.
REJOINING THE YMCA
You are welcome to rejoin the Y anytime after canceling
your membership. If more than 30 days has elapsed
since your cancellation, we will assess an additional
joining fee. No matter when you choose to rejoin, you
will be responsible for paying current membership dues
and any outstanding fees owed, if any.
MEMBERSHIP REFUNDS
If you choose to end your membership after our 30-
day “Satisfaction Guarantee” period, we’ll gladly refund
any unused portion of your membership dues paid by
invoice or halt the automatic withdrawal from your
bank account on request. There are no refunds for
joining fees. Note that we never refund membership
fees due to lack of use or non-attendance.
Help us help you by monitoring your monthly bank
statements. If you discover an error on our part and
report it within 90 days, we will correct our error and
refund the appropriate amount (after 90 days, we will
only be able to correct our error).
CHILDREN IN THE YMCA
At the Y, we’re committed to giving children and teens
the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Each day,
thousands of kids come to the Y to learn, play, dream
and achieve in a safe, fun and welcoming environment.
Kids’ experiences at the Y are made even better
when parents and guardians are aware of the policies
regarding the supervision of children at our facilities
and programs. These important policies are designed to
ensure the Y is a secure, caring place for all children.
SUPERVISION REQUIREMENTS
• All children under the age of 7 must be directly
supervised by their parents or guardians while on
YMCA property or at a YMCA program location.
The only exceptions to this policy are occasions
when children are participating in an organized
YMCA program or activity, such as our Y-Play
area, Youth Activity Centers, swim lessons, etc.
• Parents or guardians of children under the age
of 12 must remain on YMCA property while their
children are at the Y. The only exceptions to this
policy are if children are enrolled in a fee based
supervised YMCA program.
• Only children age 12 and older are allowed to be
at the Y in an unsupervised environment (without
their parents or guardians present).
• All youth ages 12-18 are eligible for a YMCA Teen
membership.
Y-PLAY AND YOUTH ACTIVITY
CENTER POLICIES
• Children may stay at the Y-Play or Youth Activity
Center for up to two hours per day and a
maximum of nine hours per week.
• Parents and guardians are the only adults
authorized to leave a child at Y-Play or Youth
Activity Center, and are required to remain on-site
at the Y during their child’s visit.
• Only the parent or guardian who signs a child into
Y-Play or the Youth Activity Center may sign them
out or pick them up.
• Your local Y may have different age requirements
or rules pertaining to their Y-Play and/or Youth
Activity Center. Check with them for specic
policies.
HEALTH, WELL-BEING &
FITNESS GUIDELINES
The Y strives every day to provide a welcoming
place where anyone—from beginning exercisers to
competitive athletes—can come to improve their health
and well-being. The following health and wellness
policies are designed to help ensure the safety and
positive experience of all members who use the Y.
PERSONAL TRAINING GUIDELINES
Only staff members employed by the Y are allowed to
provide personal training within YMCA facilities and
programs. Our staff members are trained and certied by
the YMCA (in accordance with the organization’s history
and philosophy) and they are committed to carrying out
our mission by providing high-quality programs.
Personal trainers who are not employed by the YMCA
are strictly prohibited from training or conducting
business in a YMCA facility. The YMCA has this standard
in order to provide safe, high-quality personal training
at all times.
WELLNESS EQUIPMENT POLICY
We constantly strive to supply our members with a
wide variety of well-maintained wellness equipment,
and we oversee the safety of equipment used during
our programs. We ask that you refrain from bringing
personal tness equipment for use within the YMCA—
such as TRX equipment, dumbbells and any other items
Y staff members determine do not comply with our high
safety standards.
Wellness Floor Age Requirements
• Your Y’s wellness oor is reserved for members and
guests age 14 and older.
• Children ages 10-13 may use age-appropriate
wellness equipment (as indicated by YMCA
equipment rating stickers posted on each machine)
if they have completed the YMCA Youth Strength
Training program or are within arm’s reach of a
parent or guardian.
• Youth ages 9 and under may not enter the wellness
oor unless they are there to participate in a
program or class specically designed for them (such
as a youth or family-friendly group tness class).
SWIMMING AND WATER SAFETY
With a number of indoor and outdoor pools available
across our organization, it’s clear we prioritize aquatic
activities and exercise. We also prioritize your family’s
safety in the water.
LIFEGUARDS AND WATER SAFETY
We partner with Ellis & Associates Water Safety
Program, the industry leader in water safety since 1983
and trainer of lifeguards at some of the world’s largest
water parks. All YMCA of Middle Tennessee lifeguards
are trained by Ellis to prevent aquatic emergencies and
conduct emergency and rescue care whenever necessary.
During your visit to one of our pools, you may observe
ongoing training exercises, including live water safety
and rescue drills. Such training allows the Y’s lifeguards
to stay prepared as the guardians of your family’s safety
and well-being.
AGE REQUIREMENTS/SWIM TEST
All swimmers under age 14 must pass a swim test before
they can be in a YMCA pool area without direct adult
supervision. The swim test consists of a 25-yard swim
during which youth are asked to achieve the following:
• Jump into the pool, submerge fully, return to the
surface and immediately begin swimming without
pushing off the wall.
• Swim in a horizontal position on top of the water
using a forward crawl or breast stroke. The
swimmer’s arms must achieve full extension on every
stroke and he/she must maintain one or both of the
strokes for the full 25 yard swim. Pausing is only
allowed when the swimmer is rotating or turning to
breathe.
• Exit the pool without assistance using either the wall
or pool ladder.
Parents/guardians of swimmers under age 7 who pass the
test must remain on-site at the pool. All swimmers age
7 and older who have passed the test may use the pool
on their own. Swimmers who do not pass the swim test
must remain within arm’s reach of an adult in water that
is armpit level or lower. Alternatively, a parent may be in
another part of the pool if the child is wearing a Coast
Guard-approved personal otation device. Youth who have
not passed the swim test may not go down slides or use
pool diving boards regardless of the presence of a parent
or the use of a personal otation device.
If you have any questions about these
policies, please contact your local Y.
The YMCA of Middle Tennessee is committed
to accepting all people without reservation. We recognize that
individuals, families and communities are diverse. The YMCA values and respects this diversity and chooses
to be inclusive through its acceptance of all individuals regardless of race, age, gender, religion, ability, sexual
orientation or cultural identity asserting that all individuals, without exception, are intrinsically valuable.
OUR LEGACY
Since being established in 1875, the YMCA of Middle Tennessee has never strayed from its mission or
nonprot goals. At the Y, everything we do is focused on giving individuals and families the opportunities they
need to learn, grow and thrive in all areas of life—spirit, mind and body.
With the help of countless volunteers, members, employees and other supporters, the Y is a place where
anyone can nd hope and everyone belongs. In the process, lives are changed, God-given potential is nurtured
and neighborhoods are strengthened one heart, one mind and one spirit at a time.
Our Mission: A worldwide charitable fellowship united by a common loyalty to Jesus Christ for the purpose of helping people grow in spirit, mind and body.
