YOUTH POLICY

Making sure the Y is safe for kids and families is fundamental to all that we do. We are committed to the well being and safety of children. However, the Y facility is not designed or licensed to provide basic child care needs. 

Any public place, may be unsafe for a child whom is left unattended for long periods of time. Throughout our programs, in our facility and with trained staff, we implement strict policies to ensure safety.

Members ages 8-13
September through May are the Y’s peak program times for youth and adults.

  • Unless they are registered and participating in a Y program, Youth will be allowed access to the facility Monday thru Friday after 6:00 pm. 
  • Youth will be allowed access to the facility during weekend operating hours. During school breaks, youth will be allowed access to the facility after 1:00 pm.

 

June through August are non-peak program times for youth and adults. 

  • Youth will be allowed access to the facility during operating hours. Due to adult and camp programming, there may be limited access to specific areas of the Y.

Specific areas are not accessible for members ages 8-13. 

  • These areas include the entire upstairs (including racquetball observation area), Weight Room, Activity and Support Center and Playland. Youth that have completed Parent/Youth Orientation may have access to the Health and Well-Being areas while under direct supervision of their parent.

 

Members ages 14-18
Full access to the Y facility throughout the year. Due to youth and adult programming, there may be limited access to specific areas of the Y at various times throughout the year. Parents are responsible for the behavior of their children while at the Y. If a child is disruptive, staff will follow current Y policies. Parents will be contacted if the disruptive behavior either continues and/or warrants further action.

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