Member Policies

At the Licking County Family YMCA, we strive to make your membership
experience rewarding, safe and reliable.

That's why we've established important policies by which every member
and their family are expected to abide.

Please take a few moments to review the policies listed below as you
consider membership. If you have questions, please contact the Member
Services Desk at 345-9622.

Membership Handbook

Click on a program to read more about it.

Dress Code

All Licking County Family YMCA owned and managed facilities are family
organizations. We ask that our members and guests wear family
appropriate clothing while in the facility. Please do not wear shirts
displaying beer ads, cigarette ads, inappropriate designs, or offensive
comments. Participants are asked to wear a shirt and shoes at all times
when inside any building. Please refer to each departmental policies
for additional requirements.

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Personal Conduct

The Core Values Code of Conduct was established to educate YMCA
members in acceptable behavior and conduct, by incorporating the
YMCA Core Values program of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Disruptive behavior, vandalism, misuse of equipment or the building is not
permitted and will not be tolerated. Use of profanity or abusive language
is prohibited. Conduct is subject to review by YMCA staff. Actions are
reviewed on an individual basis. Violation of these policies may result in
the immediate removal from the building or suspension of an individual's
membership until the incident is reviewed.

As stated in the constitution and bylaws of the Licking County Family
YMCA, LCFYMCA has the right to refuse or terminate membership when
said membership conflicts with the values and principles of the LCFYMCA
mission: to put Christian principles into practice through programs that
build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Below are some examples of acceptable positive behaviors in our facility
as well as unacceptable behaviors.

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Insurance

The YMCA does not provide medical indemnity insurance. Use of the YMCA
facilities and equipment is at your own risk.

In the event of an accident or injury, please contact a YMCA staff person
immediately. If a staff person is unavailable, contact the Member Services desk.

The YMCA has first aid certified staff who can administer aid and assess
emergency protocol. An accident report must be completed for any injury,
accident or incident reported.

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Smoking, Tobacco, Drug, Weapon & Alcohol

The Licking County Family YMCA and its facilities are a tobacco, alcohol,
drug, and weapon free environment.

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Parking

1. Please do not park in front of any of our facilities. These are fire lanes
   and can only be used for drop off and pick up. Unattended cars parked
   in this area are subject to being towed.
   
   
2. We have handicapped parking (permit must be visible) adjacent to
   the entrances to all of our facilities. Non-permitted vehicles are subject
   to being towed.
   
   
3. Please do not park on any unpaved areas. We have parking available
   on the north, east, and west sides of our main facility. Additional parking
   is also available behind Roll-a-way and at the outdoor pool.

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Lost & Found

If you lose an item while at the YMCA, please check with the Member Services
desk. Items of value will be kept safely at the front desk, while clothing, towels,
and personal hygiene items will be in the lost and found room.

The Licking County Family YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Please store all of your personal effects in a locked locker. Please leave any
item of value at home or securely locked in your vehicle.

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Rainbowland (babysitting)

RAINBOWLAND is a babysitting service that is free to full YMCA members
and $2.00 per child/per visit for associate members. Our goal is to provide a
nurturing and safe environment for your child(ren) while mom and dad are
working out. We do not provide structured activities, but maintain an
environment conducive to creativity. There is a maximum ninety minute visit
limit. We have regularly scheduled staff to meet your child’s needs. Space is
limited, so reservations are strongly recommended and may be made up to
one week in advance.

There are two Rainbowland areas:

• Rainbowland - for children older children
• Little Rainbowland - for infants 8-weeks to toddlers

Please bring your membership ID and your child's membership ID with you.
Sign-up is required.

Rainbowland Guidelines                                                   

1. Parent and child membership cards are required.
   
   
2. Maximum 90 minutelimit. A $5 late fee (per child) can be accessed for
   every 10 minutes over.
   
   
3. Rainbowland cares for children starting from 8-weeks old to 10 years.
   
   
4. Please put your child’s name on any items brought into Rainbowland.
   
   
5. If your infant needs a bottle, all bottles must be labeled & pre-made
   upon arrival.
   
   
6. Please do not bring your child if he/she is sick.
   You may be asked to take your child home.
   
   
7. If your child is in need of a diaper change, you are responsible for
   changing your child. Our staff will make every effort possible to locate
   you based on the information provided at time of sign-in.
   
   
8. Pre-registration is necessary to ensure availability as space is limited.
   Reservations are cancelled automatically if you do not arrive within
   15 minutes of your reserved time.
   
   
9. Children with discipline problems may be restricted from Rainbowland
   for a period of time.
   
   
10. Please be advised that all children are not developmentally ready to
    be with strangers. Our staff comforts each child needing assistance,
    but cannot focus on one child for extended periods. 

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Locker Rooms and Locker Rental

The Licking County Family YMCA has a variety of locker rooms available to
meet our members needs.

Men's and Women's Locker Rooms

Our men's and women's locker rooms are provided for adult usage only
(18 years of age and out of high school). Children and infants may not
accompany parents into the locker room.

Our locker rooms offer a variety of amenities including a steam room, sauna,
changing areas and day lockers. The larger lockers are for your use. We
strongly recommend that you place a lock on your locker at all times. The
YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Locks left on these lockers
over night will be removed at the owners expense.

Female Family and Male Family Locker Rooms

The YMCA offers children and families shower and locker facilities in our
family locker rooms. These locker room are for children under 18 years of
age and their parents. We ask that boys over 5 years of age not use the
Female Family locker room and the girls not be taken into the male family
locker room at all. Lockers are provided for your day use. We strongly
recommend that you place a lock on your locker at all times. The YMCA is
not responsible for lost or stolen items. Locks left on these lockers over night
will be removed at the owners expense.

Special Needs and Mixed Family Locker Rooms

The YMCA offers individuals needing special access or moms with sons and
dads with daughters a locker room to make their Y experience more comfortable.
Each family locker room has its own shower, restroom and lockers. We strongly
recommend that you place a lock on your locker at all times. The YMCA is not
responsible for lost or stolen items. Locks left on these lockers over night will
be removed at the owners expense.

Use of cell phone cameras in any YMCA facility is prohibited.

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Supervision of Children

Children are an integral part of the Licking County Family YMCA. Children
10 years of age and up are permitted to use YMCA facilities without adult
supervision. Children under 10 years of age are required to have adult
supervision (18 years of age or older) at all times.

Children 16 years of age and older are permitted to use the Health & Fitness
center, walking track and participate in fitness classes (unless otherwise indicated).

Children found to be disruptive, disrespectful, or non-members may be asked
to vacate the facility.

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Photo Policy

Upon signing a membership to the Licking County Family YMCA, permission
is given to this YMCA only to use any member's likeness for publicity, advertising,
or promotion. Use of Licking County Family YMCA photos for any other purpose
is expressly prohibited. Please contact the marketing director a 345-9622 for
further information.

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Health Consent Forms

All members are required to complete an Informed Consent Form and a
Physical Activity Readiness - Questionnaire (PAR-Q) along with a membership
application. These forms are to insure a safe and healthy experience for all
of our members.

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Food and Beverages

Food and beverages are not permitted in workout areas, gymnasiums, or pool
areas. Water in a closed topped plastic bottle may be used. Food and beverages
are permitted in the main lobby of the Y or designated areas.

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Questions, Comments or Complaints

The Licking County Family YMCA and its staff are always happy to help improve
the YMCA for our members. Questions, comments or complaints may be given to
any member services staff, a comment card completed and returned to the front
desk, or you may contact the department director directly. Please see the Staff
section of our web page for contact information.

In the event of broken equipment or an emergency, please contact the nearest
YMCA staff member or the front desk. Emergency intercoms are located in the
men's and women's locker room and on the walking track.

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Departmental Policies

Aquatics Guidelines

1. For everyone's safety, all members must obey the rules of the pool.
   Failure to do so may result in dismissal from the pool.
   
   
2. Pool schedules are available at the member services desk.
   Please check times and dates for open swim times.
   
   
3. Please take a soap shower before entering the pool.
   
   
4. We ask that participants wear only regulation swimsuits in our pools.
   We do not allow shorts, cut-offs, t-shirts or footwear. No shoes are
   permitted on either pool deck. Aquatic shoes are permitted.
   
   
5. The lifeguard must approve all water toys and floatation devices.
   Only U.S. Coast Guard approved floatation devices.
   
   
6. Diving is not permitted.
   
   
7. Food, beverages, smoking, and gum are not permitted in the pool area.
   
   
8. Children under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
   
   
9. Children still wearing diapers must wear a swim diaper in the pool.
   
   
10. Running and horseplay are not permitted.
    
    
11. Lap swimming is continuous, rest only at the ends of the lane.
    You may be asked to share lanes.
    
    
12. No one is permitted to use the pool who it ill or has open cuts or sores.
    
    
13. The indoor pools close when lightning is in the area.
    
    
14. Starting blocks are used for competitive swimming.
    They are not for use during open swim.

Health & Fitness Guidelines

1. Appropriate exercise attire is required in the fitness center. Tennis shoes
   or close-toed shoes, shorts/sweatpants, and t-shirts are acceptable.
   Please do not wear jeans.
   
   
2. Participants must be 14 years of age to enter the Health & Fitness Center.
   
   
3. Fitness assessments, orientations, and exercise prescriptions are
   available to members by appointment.
   
   
4. Limit use of equipment to 30 minutes. Sign-up is required for use of
   some cardiovascular equipment.
   
   
5. Members are responsible for wiping off equipment, seats, and benches
   with towels and disinfectant after each use.
   
   
6. Towels are available. Your membership card will be needed to obtain a towel.
   
   
7. Please perform an appropriate warm-up and cool-down prior to and
   after using equipment.
   
   
8. Return all weights to appropriate weight rack when finished using
   caution to ensure personal safety and equipment durability.
   Do not drop weights!
   
   
9. Be considerate of others. If you are performing more than one set on
   a machine, allow others to use the machine between sets.

Gymnasium Guidelines - Woody English, Knoll, and Schenk Courts

1. Street shoes or black-soled shoes are not permitted.
   
   
2. Food and drink are not permitted in any gymnasium.
   
   
3. Do not hang on the basketball rims.
   
   
4. Please share the space with others.
   
   
5. Please return all equipment to its proper location.
   
   
6. Emergency exit doors must remain closed at all times.

Indoor Track

1. Street shoes are not permitted on the track.
   Walking or running shoes are required.
   
   
2. Please follow all directional signs.
   
   
3. An adult must accompany any member under the age of 10.
   
   
4. Slower traffic should stay to the inside lane of the track.
   
   
5. No spitting.
   
   
6. Windows must remain closed at all times.
   
   
7. Do not hang from railing.
   
   
8. Strollers and wheelchairs are not permitted on the track.
   
   
9. Single file usage is recommended during peak hours.

Racquetball Courts

1. A reservation is required for the use of all racquetball courts.
   Reservations may be made at the Member Services desk up to
   one week in advance.
   
   
2. 2. Court time is limited to one (1) hour. If you arrive before your
   court time, you may enter the court and start playing if the court is
   not being used.
   
   
3. Racquetballs are available for use at the Member Services desk.
   Limited racquets may also be available.
   
   
4. Unreserved courts are available on a "first come-first served" basis.
   
   
5. For your own safety, we recommend that all players wear protective eye wear.

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