Policies

What to expect at the Y

Policies Policies

  • Children under the age of 10 need to be supervised by an adult in the facility at all times, unless they are participating in a YMCA program. 
  • Wellness Center:
    • Youth ages 10-11 may use the wellness center after successful completion of a teen orientation with a wellness coach and must be supervisored by a parent/legal guardian at all times. These orientations can be scheduled by calling your branch and asking to speak with the Healthy Living Director. Open teen time in both the pool and gymnasium/field house are available based on branch availability.
    • Youth ages 12-15 may use the wellness center unaccompanied after successful completion of a teen orientation with a Wellness Coach. These orientations can be scheduled by calling your branch and asking to speak with the Healthy Living Director.
    • To schedule a teen orientation please contact your YMCA branch. 

  • We are offering reciprocity for Nationwide Membership, Military Outreach Y Members, as well as guest passes for those 12 years and older.  All minors must have a parent or guardian sign a waiver prior to their attendance. 

  • The Lake County Y reserves the right to deny access or membership to any person who has been accused or convicted of any crime involving sexual abuse, is or has been a registered sex offender, has ever been convicted of any offense relating to the use, sale, possession, or transportation of narcotics or habit-forming and/or dangerous drugs, or is presently or habitually under the influence of dangerous drugs or chemicals, narcotics, or intoxicating beverages. The Y conducts regular sex offender screenings on all members, participants, and guests.

Honesty, the cornerstone of integrity, fosters trust and transparency. It is the commitment to truthfulness even when faced with adversity, laying the foundation for genuine connections and ethical decision-making.

Caring, the essence of empathy, calls us to extend compassion and kindness. It prompts us to understand the struggles of others, creating a community bound by support, warmth, and a shared commitment to each other's well-being.

Respect, the bridge between individuals, transcends differences and embraces diversity. It acknowledges the inherent worth of every person, promoting a harmonious coexistence where differing perspectives enrich our collective experience.

Responsibility, the mark of maturity, compels us to fulfill our obligations and be accountable for our actions. It empowers us to contribute positively to our communities, understanding that our choices ripple beyond ourselves.

A Growth Mindset, the catalyst for progress, invites us to embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities to learn. It fuels a continuous pursuit of knowledge, innovation, and self-improvement, fostering resilience in the face of setbacks.

As a family organization we encourage members and guests to maintain an appearance that is not disruptive, distracting, nor offensive in any regard. Therefore we have adopted a modest dress code which aligns with the Y’s mission and core values so that everyone is comfortable when they come to the Y. Staff may ask a member or guest to change because of inappropriate attire. We hope together we can make the Y the best part of your day!

  • Any article of clothing that is transparent or becomes transparent when wet, may not be worn while participating at the Y.
  • Clothing and jewelry that portray negative messages and are deemed inappropriate by the Y management must be altered or removed. 
  • With the exception of special events, swimsuits may only be worn in pool areas. When entering hallways or other areas of the Y you must be covered with a shirt, pants/shorts and footwear. 
  • Activity appropriate footwear must be worn in all areas of the Y.
  • While using locker room facilities, please refrain from nudity and use a towel after undressing and using the shower.