Inclement Weather Policy:
The YMCA will base its decisions on closings and cancellations on the recommendation of the CEO and Board CVO.
Closings will be broadcasted on WMBS Radio and on Channel 2, 4, and 11 News, www.uniontownymca.org, and Facebook. Severe Thunderstorm decisions are at Manager’s on Duty discretion.

Unsupervised Youth Policy:
Children Eleven (11) and under must be supervised by an adult or enrolled in a structured program at all times while within the YMCA. Parents or guardians supervising youth swimmers may remain in the pool seating area during swimming supervision. If children are in child watch parent/guardian must remain in the building.

Youth ages 12 may use only the pool and basketball court areas unsupervised by an adult unless enrolled in a structured program.

Youth ages 13 to 17 may use all appropriate areas of the facility unsupervised by an adult provided all YMCA rules and regulations are followed at all times. Failure to follow YMCA rules and regulations will result in immediate revocation of membership and/or a requirement for continuous adult supervision during facility use. Youth ages 14 to 17 must be supervised while spectators at YMCA sporting events.

Racquetball Court: A racquetball court is available for use by individuals age 13 and older at no additional fee. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 724.438.2584 for reservations.

Fitness Center/Weight Room Policy: Fitness facilities are available to individuals ages 13 years and older. (Fitness facilities include cardiovascular center, free weight room, and selectorized resistance training circuit). An orientation with the Fitness Center/Weight room is recommended for all new members ages 13 and up- please ask at the Welcome Center to schedule this orientation. Appropriate workout clothing and shoes must be worn at all times. (Appropriate clothing includes shirt and shorts or appropriate for exercise pants and shoes). Absolutely no horseplay will be tolerated. Courtesy to other members and guests is expected. You must wipe down the pieces of equipment you used as you move from one machine to another.

Locker Room Policies:
To ensure the safety of both youth and adults, no adults other than supervisory staff will be permitted in the youth locker rooms under any circumstances unless there is a health or safety emergency. Youth locker rooms may only be used by youth under age eighteen (18) who do not require the assistance of a parent or guardian. Youth requiring assistance should be taken by parents or guardians to the ADA shower and changing facilities near the fitness room and child watch areas.

Adult female parents or guardians may take female youth into the women’s locker room so long as the youth remain with the accompanying adult and are supervised at all times.

Adult male parents or guardians may take male youth into the men’s locker room so long as the youth remain with the accompanying adult and are supervised at all times. NO exceptions to these policies will be made for any guest or member unless there is a health or safety emergency.

Full lockers may be used for day use ONLY. The YMCA reserves the right to remove unauthorized locks from lockers left overnight.

Members need to bring their own locks to secure personal items. The Uniontown Area YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Lockers: May be rented on a yearly basis. Locker rentals purchased mid-year will not be pro-rated.
Cost: $60 per year for small lockers

Guest Policies

Guest Policy: The YMCA welcomes members to share the Y experience with friends and family. The Guest Policy allows members to introduce guests to the YMCA while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and fair environment for all members and visitors. YMCA members ages 18 and older who are in good standing may sponsor a guest.

Member/Guest Eligibility:

• YMCA members ages 18 and older who are in good standing may sponsor a guest.
• The guest must be at least 18 years old; guests 17 and younger are not permitted to purchase a guest pass.
• The sponsoring member is permitted up to two (2) guests on the same visit
• The sponsoring member must always remain in the facility with their guest during the visit.
• The sponsoring member is responsible for the behavior and adherence to YMCA policies of their guest.

Guest Visit Fee: $25 per visit

Join Incentive: Guests who join the YMCA within 14 days of their visit will have the $25 joining fee waived, representing a $25 savings!

Guest Policy Limitations: To ensure a positive experience for all members and visitors:

• Guests may visit the YMCA no more than three (3) times within a 12-month period, unless otherwise approved by YMCA leadership team.
• The same guest may not be brought multiple times by different members to bypass guest visit limits.
• Guests must follow all YMCA policies, facility rules, and staff instructions.
• Access to certain programs, services, or amenities may be limited to members or require additional fees.
• The YMCA reserves the right to deny or revoke guest privileges due to capacity limits, safety concerns, or policy violations.

Y-Away Member: Members of other Y’s involved in the AWAY program and temporarily visiting from out of town may use the Y for unlimited visits. Members must show photo ID, proof of Y membership, and sign a Y release form. Y-Away memebrs are not eligible for Uniontown Area YMCA membership discounts, fees or other benefits.

Short Term Membership: As an opportunity to provide service to out of town guests and college students who are in town for Christmas and Summer Break and who would like to enjoy the Y for their limited stay in our community, we have short term memberships available. Participants must contact our Finance/Membership director directly.