YMCA Hagerstown

Inclement Weather Policy

The Hagerstown YMCA will Close under the following conditions:

• Parking lot conditions at the YMCA are such that is or soon will be difficult to navigate in the lot.
• A “State of Emergency” is issued by the Maryland Dept. of Transportation.

If Washington County Public Schools:

• close all day, all (youth & adult) 6AM – 2PM classes and programs are canceled. A Notice at 2:00 pm will be issued for afternoon/evening classes and programs.
• close early, a Notice at 2:00 pm will be issued for afternoon/evening classes and programs.

Saturday, Sunday, and School Holidays:

• Listen to Radio Stations WJEJ 1240 AM or WHAG 1510AM
• Call YMCA Program Hotline 301-739-3990 #4214

Notices for cancellations:

• Listed to WJEJ 1240 AM or WHAG 1510 AM & 96.7 FM
• Call YMCA Program Hotline 301-739-3990 #4214

YMCA Child Watch is closed if Adult Classes are Cancelled.

Membership/Participant Responsibilities

The Hagerstown YMCA is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all of our members and guests. To this degree the YMCA of Hagerstown will not accept membership or participation of those individuals who are listed as Sexual Offenders on a Sexual Offenders Register. The ensure safety and comfort for all, we ask individuals to act appropriately at all times when they are in the facility or participating in YMCA programs. We expect persons using the YMCA to behave in a mature and responsible way, and to respect the rights and dignity of others.

Our Code of Conduct does not permit language or action that can hurt or frighten another person or that falls below a generally accepted standard of conduct. Specifically this includes:

• Angry or vulgar language, including swearing, name calling and shouting
• Physical contact with another person in an angry or threatening way
• Any demonstration of sexual activity or sexual contact with another person
• Harassment or intimidation by words, gestures, body language, or any other menacing behavior
• Behavior which intends to, or results in, the theft or destruction of property
• Carrying or concealing any weapons or devices which may be used as weapons
• Wearing of attire which exposes undergarments
• Use of YMCA facilities, equipment, or services for personal financial gain
• Solicitation for sale of products or services on YMCA property

Members are encouraged to be responsible for their own personal comfort and safety and to ask any person whose behavior threatens their personal comfort to refrain. Please do not hesitate to notify a staff person if you need assistance. The YMCA Management will investigate all reported incidents.

Suspension or termination of YMCA membership privileges may result from any violation of the Code of Conduct.

Guest Policy

Guests are welcomed at the Hagerstown YMCA. A guest is limited to no more then three (3) visits per year and must pay the daily dues fee. Guests may have limited access between 4PM-7PM Monday thru Friday; or any time depending on facility usage. Photo ID required. Adult must accompany guests under 16. If out of town, please speak with a member service representative for extended stays.

A.W.A.Y. Program

The “Always Welcome at YMCA” program is a benefit to all Hagerstown YMCA members. Presenting your membership card at more than 1,000 YMCAs nationwide gives you access to all YMCA facilities free or at discounted rates. The Hagerstown YMCA allows twelve (12) visits per year without charge from other full facility member YMCAs. Visiting YMCA members may be denied access based on usage/capacity levels.

Membership Cards

You must have your membership card with you at all times. Access will be denied without your card.

Child Watch Hours

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monday - Friday  4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Saturday 8:00 am – 11:30 am

*Children are limited to two (2) hours per session.

Overview

All members and guests share the responsibilities for the proper care and use of facilities and equipment. Persons abusing YMCA property will be subject to prosecution and/or revocation of membership. Members who allow others to use their card or otherwise assist non-members in using the facility without payment of proper fees are subject to suspension or revocation.

Attire

T-shirts, shorts and basketball or tennis shoes required in all fitness areas. Swim suits required for all swim periods. No T-shirts or cutoff pants permitted in the pools. Showers are required before using the pools.

No Smoking

A smoke-free environment policy insures a safe, healthy exercise environment.

No Cell/Camera Phones & Video Recording Devices

A cell phone-free environment policy insures a privacy of each individual participating at the YMCA.

Cell/Camera phones are prohibited from use in all indoor and outdoor areas other than the main lobby, personal offices, and parking lots.

Cameras and Video/audio recording devices are prohibited from use in all indoor and outdoor areas, with the exception of implied authorization to record sports or youth class activities. Implied authorization would require that a dependant member of the family must be participating in the sport or activity at that time.

Food & Drinks

Prohibited in gym, pools, and locker rooms. Bottled water with a screw top will be permitted past the Front Desk. No soda cans, cups, sport drinks, nor coffee will be permitted in the locker rooms or in the gym to observe programs or games. Please help us to maintain a clean, beautiful building. Persons may eat and drink in the designated area outside pool area windows (tables and chairs located in this area which is the hallway between Directors’ Offices and Day Care Center).

Dressing (Locker) Rooms

Girls/Young Adult (ages 0-21) – for females only.

Boys/Young Adult (ages 0-21) – for males only.

Family/Special Needs – to be used by parents with children of the opposite gender or adults needing assistance due to physical limitation(s).

Women’s Dressing Room (ages 21+) – for adults only.

Men’s Dressing Room (ages 21+) – for adults only.

No children allowed in either the Women’s or Men’s Dressing Rooms at any time.

Please use appropriate dressing rooms. Any member not using the dressing rooms appropriately will have their membership terminated.

For specific questions or concerns, such as Registration Dates and Prices, please click here for staff directory.