Membership

Membership Update Campaign
We want to continue with another 85 years of going strong. Be among the first to receive our limited edition 85th Anniversary t-shirt. All primary members who update their membership record by December 15 will receive an 85th anniversary t-shirt and automatically be entered into a drawing to receive a $200 gas card -- what a great gift, just in time for the holidays! *one t-shirt per family.

Membership
The Westfield Area Y has a variety of membership options and services. A membership is required for participation in most Y programs and/or to use the facilities.

Visit the Y Store in the Lobby of the Main Facility for great Y apparel and gift ideas.

Family Memberships (Gold or Silver)
A Family Membership consists of two adults and dependents under the age of 23 residing at the same address.

Benefits include:
*All dependents are silver members
*Cardio Arcade Open Time (ages 10-17)
*Priority program registration
*Fee reductions on most youth classes
*Fitness Express Center hours for families with children ages 7+
*8 or 9 year old members may use the Cardio Arcade during open hours when accompanied by an adult
*Silver family Membership includes all privileges as listed in Adult silver, College and Teen Membership
*Gold Family membership includes all privileges as listed in Adult Gold Membership

Senior Family Membership
Consists of the same privileges as a Family Membership except:
Only one adult may reside in the household

Single Parent Family Membership
Consists of the same privileges as a Family Membership except:
only one adult may reside in the household

Adult Gold Membership (18+)
Includes all privileges of silver membership plus:
* separate locker facilities
* towel and limited laundry service
* whirlpool and sauna
* additional exercise equipment
* free attendance in most adult fitness classes
*steam room in Men's Fitness Center
*8 guest passes/year (adults only)
*free babysitting for
children 12+ months while working out at the Y.

Adult Silver Membership (18+) and College (18+) and Teen (13-17)
This membership includes the use of
* two pools
* weight rooms with free weight equipment (ages 15+)
* Cybex and Nautilus weight equipment (ages 13+)
* cardiovascular equipment (many pieces with Cardio Theatre)
* racquetball courts
* silver locker room
*Cardio Arcade Open time
* Nautilus Fitness Advisor
* Free participation in approx. 50 fitness classes
*babysitting available for an additional fee
* 5 guest passes/year (adults only)
*Fitness Express Center (30 min. workout)

Pre-Teen Program Plus Membership
Pre-teens (ages 10-12) have a new membership option. Pre-Teen Program Plus Membership privileges include all the benefits of a Youth Program Membership, plus:

use of the Robert and Virginia Bauer Family Branch Teen Cardio Arcade

Use of the Main Y facility at no additional fee during youth program times specified on the schedule and use of the racquetball courts at specific times.

Youth Program Membership (Ages 0-12)
A YMCA youth program membership entitles children to enroll in YMCA programs, classes or activities. Facility use is not included. Guests are not included.

Note:
Youth 15-17 may use the Strength Training Center, Cardiovascular Center and Free Weight Room. Youth 13-14 may
use Strength Training Center and cardiovascular room only according to schedule.

CREDIT/DEBIT CARD PLAN
The Westfield Area Y is pleased to offer the convenient new Credit or Debit Card Plan. Payments are deducted directly from your credit or debit card account. Monthly payments are perpetual and only stop when the member provides 30-day prior written notification that he/she wishes to stop his/her membership. For more info., visit the front desk or call 908-233-2700.

Payment Options
Credit/Debit Card Plan. Monthly membership dues can be automatically charged to your credit or debit card. We accept VISA, Master Card, AMEX and Discover.

Full Payment.
Dues may be paid in full upon joining. Payments are accepted in cash, by credit card or check.

Bank Draft Plan
Payments are deducted directly from your checking or savings account.

Guests

All guests must sign the Guest Log at the Front Desk and provide 2 forms of ID (at least 1 picture ID)

Gold members are entitled to 8 complimentary guest passes per year. Adult Silver members are entitled to 5 complimentary guest passes per year.

Guests must be accompanied by members at all times. Upon joining or renewing, these guest passes are issued electronically. Additional guest passes may be purchased for $10 each. Adult guests are entitled to the same privileges as the member. Guest passes may be limited during winter months.

Teen silver members are entitled to purchase guest passes for their parents/guardians and other adults (18+) for $10 each to use the Silver Membership facilities and amenities. Guests under 18 may not use the cardio, strength training or free weight rooms.

Youth Program Members and up to 2 parents/guardians are eligible to participate in the Youth/Family Gym and Swim programs for the designated fee (currently $3 per person). Guest passes are not included with a Youth Program Membership.

Financial Assistance
Everyone is invited to participate at the Y. Financial assistance is available. Applications are available at the Front Desk.

A.W.A.Y.
(Always Welcome at the Y)
The AWAY Program entitles you to privileges at hundreds of Y's across the country for a nominal guest fee. The Westfield Area Y allows AWAY members to use the Y as a Silver member. There is a $10 fee for member Y's within a 50 mile radius. For Y's outside of the 50 mile radius, there is no fee. AWAY members do not have guest privileges and may not bring guests. The Westfield Area Y verifies that the membership is current by calling the member Y. The AWAY member must show 1 form of picture ID and their YMCA membership card.