Benefits of Membership
MEMBERSHIP MEANS MORE AT THE Y
At the YMCA, you're not just a member of a gym, you're part of a community that is here for everyone and works towards providing practical and affordable answers to large-scale community issues focusing on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
STATE-OF-THE-ART
FITNESS CENTERS
From the best in the industry and some brands you may not have heard of *yet*. Our branches mean business when it comes to new equipment and free weights. We also offer free customized demos to help you make the most of your individual workouts!
125+ FREE GROUP
FITNESS CLASSES
Find your passion or try something new! The Y offers 100+ group exercise and fitness classes weekly for all ages, all levels and all interests. There's something for everybody, no matter your schedule. Explore our class schedules online or via the SAY Mobile App.
lap swim, lessons &
water exercise
The Summit YMCA has two heated indoor 25 yard pools for year-round lap and family swim, water exercise and swim lessons. Click below to explore swim offerings find a time that works best for you! Not yet available at the Berkeley Heights YMCA, but coming soon!
FREE CHILD CARE WHILE
YOU WORK OUT
A complimentary service to adult members, we provide up to two hours of free supervised playtime in a safe, enriching environment through non-structured, age appropriate play activities so your little one can develop social skills while you work out or take a class.
COST SAVINGS & PRIORITY REGISTRATION FOR PROGRAMS
Not only will you enjoy exclusive access to members only programming, but you also priority and online registration options (before classes become available to the community) as well as reduced fees for classes, programs, swim lessons, personal training and more.
NATIONWIDE MEMBERSHIP
access to 700+ YMCAS
As an adding benefit of being part of our Y family, your Y membership allows access to over 700 participating YMCA's in the United States and Puerto Rico, at no additional cost! Because being a part of our Y family means you'll be close to 'home' everywhere you go.
PERSONALIZED ATTENTION
TO IMPROVE HEALTH
Our goal is to help you reach your full potential by providing gym orientations, equipment demos, personalized support like wellness navigation, nutrition coaching, free access to InBody (body composition analysis scale), personal training and free wellness programs.
PROGRAMS & CLASSES
FOR THE FAMILY
Our branches are vital, vibrant, and valued centers in the community, which provide meaningful experiences for individuals and families through a variety of athletic, enrichment, recreational and social programs -- each and every day, season and year.
NO CONTRACTS &
NO ANNUAL FEES
No contracts, no annual fees.
No contracts, no annual fees.
No contracts, no annual fees.
No contracts, no annual fees.
No contracts, no annual fees.
No contracts, no annual fees.
FRIENDS & FAMILY
GUEST PASSES
As an extended benefit to our adult members, the Summit Area YMCA welcomes you to bring guests into our facility to join you in your fitness activities, wellness journey and/or social events. Certain restrictions apply. Guest passes are allotted per membership type.
IN-KIND SUPPORT FOR
YOUR COMMUNITY
As one of the area’s leading 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organizations, your membership brings meaningful change not just to yourself, but to your community. Supporting the Y means investing in your community -- in turn supporting Y programs for those in need.
INVITATIONS TO
SPECIAL EVENTS
The Summit Area YMCA offers a variety of community oriented, fun, educational, and social special events for all ages! Join us for themed fitness classes, holiday celebrations, cultural events, wellness discussions, charity auctions, volunteer opportunities, and more!
READY TO JOIN OUR Y FAMILY?
We can't wait to meet you! Click below to join online, contact us, learn more or to schedule a tour!
Scared of commitment? We understand... try the Y for free with a guest pass!
OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL
As a nonprofit, we are committed to enhancing the lives of individuals and families in our community. With the generous donations of members, donors, and partners in the community, the Summit Area YMCA is able to offer financial assistance for our programs to those in need.
Financial assistance at the Summit Area YMCA can be used for membership, child care, summer camp, enrichment and/or sports programs where additional fees apply, such as soccer or swimming lessons.