The
YMCA is a membership organization open to all people. The
YMCA welcomes women and men, girls and boys of all ages,
races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, and financial
circumstances. The
YMCA is a place where the genuine care and comfort of our
members is our highest goal.
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2009 Rates
As of April 2009
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ADULT
18 years
and older
$65 Joining Fee |
Annual: $480 (12 months)
Monthly: $46 (less than 12 months)
Auto Draft: $40 drafted from checking
a
or debit/credit card |
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COUPLE
adult/senior
member and spouse
$90 joining fee |
Annual: $660 (12 months)
Monthly: $63 (less than 12 months)
Auto Draft: $55 drafted from checking
a
or debit/credit card |
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FAMILY
married couple/
single parent family
with dependents
$90 joining fee |
Annual: $720 (12 months)
Monthly: $69 (less than 12 months)
Auto Draft: $60 drafted from checking
a
or debit/credit card |
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SENIOR
65 years and older
$65 Joining Fee |
Annual: $420 (12 months)
Monthly: $41 (less than 12 months)
Auto Draft: $35 drafted from checking
a
or debit/credit card |
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FULL-TIME STUDENT
16 years and older
$30 joining fee |
Annual: $300 (12 months)
Monthly: $30 (less than 12 months)
Auto Draft: $25 drafted from checking
a
or debit/credit card |
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Membership may be frozen for up to 12 months with a $25
holding fee. If your membership expires for more than
60 days, you will have to pay the joining fee again to
restart your membership. Membership fees are
non-refundable and non-transferable.
Y-Access
Program:
Financial assistance is available to
those who qualify provided financial resources are
available.
Your YMCA
membership card is a passport. It is verification
of your agreement to receive the benefits of membership, and
to abide by policies of the YMCA of Avery County. Cards are
nontransferable and remain the property of the YMCA of Avery
County. Lost membership cards can be replaced for $10.
The YMCA of Avery County has the right to suspend or
cancel a membership when the member’s behavior or language is
judged to be in conflict with the YMCA’s mission. Suspension
may be implemented immediately. The final decision on a
revoked or suspended membership will be rendered by the
Executive Director.
The YMCA offers its members the ability to freeze their
membership for a limited amount of time due to medical or
residential reasons. Please see a member service
representative for more information on this policy. |
For your
convenience, the Membership Application is now available for you
to print and complete.
Please bring the completed application with you when signing up for your
membership.
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One of the goals of the YMCA of Avery
County is to offer programs and services to everyone, regardless
of ability to pay. Provided the resources are available, financial
assistance will be offered on a sliding scale for those unable to
pay full rates.
In 2008, over $80,000 was given in financial assistance and
subsidy programs. Contact us at
828-737-5500 for more information.
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- Monthly Bank Draft: Monthly dues
are automatically withdrawn from your checking or savings
account or are automatically charged to your debit or credit
card each month.
- Annual Payment: Dues may be paid in full
upon joining and yearly thereafter. Payment is accepted via
cash, check or credit card.
- Cancellation: Per the terms of your
membership, you may terminate your membership by providing the
YMCA a 30-day written notice and by returning your membership
card. If your membership then lapses for more than 60 days, you
will have to pay the joining fee again to restart your
membership. Membership dues are not refunded.
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- Full access to the YMCA of Avery
County facility
- Develop a healthy lifestyle
- Build positive relationships
- Enjoy a friendly,
values-oriented atmosphere for the entire family
- Special fitness classes and
programs for the entire family
- and much, much more...
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- We strongly recommend consulting
with your physician for a physical to determine any health risks
associated with exercising or physical fitness activities.
- We strongly recommend attending
an equipment orientation before using any equipment or beginning
any exercise. Please follow equipment usage instructions.
- Young members, ages 12-15, must
be under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian while in
the YMCA facility.
- Contact a YMCA staff person
immediately if there is an accident, injury, or unusual
incident. We are here to assist you. However, please be advised
that you are participating in all activities at your own risk
and are fully responsible
for yourself, your children, and your guests.
- We appreciate your help in
keeping your YMCA safe and clean.
- YMCA facilities and grounds are
smoke-free environments.
- Shirts, shorts, and appropriate
footwear are required during exercise in the YMCA of Avery
County facility.
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The YMCA is
committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all
members and guests. To promote safety and comfort for all, all
individuals are asked to act appropriately at all times when in
our facility or participating in our programs.
We expect
persons using the YMCA to act maturely, to behave responsibly,
and to respect the rights and dignity of others. Our Member’s
Code of Conduct outlines prohibited action, but the actions
listed below are
not
an all-inclusive list of behaviors considered inappropriate in
our facilities or programs.
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Using
or possessing alcohol or illegal chemicals on YMCA property, in YMCA
vehicles, or at YMCA-sponsored programs
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Smoking
on YMCA property – the YMCA and its property is a smoke-free
environment
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Carrying or concealing a weapon or any device or object that may be
used as a weapon
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Harassment or intimidation by words, gestures, body language, or any
type of menacing behavior
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Physical contact with another person in an angry, aggressive, or
threatening way
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Verbally abusive behavior, including angry or vulgar language,
swearing, name-calling, or shouting
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Sexually explicit conversation or behavior; any sexual contact with
another person
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Inappropriate,
immodest, or sexually revealing attire
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Theft or behavior
that results in the destruction or loss of property
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Loitering within or on the grounds of the YMCA |
In addition, The YMCA 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.
Members and guests are encouraged to take responsibility for their
personal comfort and safety by asking any person whose behavior
threatens their comfort to refrain from such behavior. Anyone who
feels uncomfortable in confronting a person directly should report the
behavior to a staff person or the Building Supervisor on duty.
Guest Policy:
Guests
are always welcome at the YMCA. However, since the YMCA is a member
organization, guest fees are strictly enforced. All guests are
required to sign a guest waiver. Additional guest passes are
available for purchase by members.
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