A family membership consists of up to two adults and any dependent children age 22 and under residing in the same household. If one of your adult relatives resides with you, you may add them as the second adult to your family membership. A third adult family option is also available for an additional monthly fee. The third adult must reside in the same household.
Yes, Berkeley Heights YMCA family members may sign their children up for classes at the Summit YMCA at the member rate (some restrictions may apply).
There is a 45 day grace period in which you may rejoin without having to pay another joining fee.
Yes, all membership types (excluding Youth) may place their membership on “hold” for a period of up to two months per year to start on the first of the month.
The LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program is a free 12 week exercise program for adults recovering from cancer. For more information about this program at the Berkeley Heights YMCA, please contact Lisa McQuilkin at lisa.mcquilkin@thesay.org and Sue Fieseler at sue.fieseler@thesay.org at the Summit YMCA.
The 7th Grade Membership program gives all 7th graders in our service area a free membership at either the Summit YMCA or the Berkeley Heights YMCA. This memberships allows 7th graders, at a pivotal and transitional time in their lives, a safe place to come and stay fit and healthy under the supervision of trained staff. The duration of a 7th Grade memberships at the Berkeley Heights YMCA runs from September through August. At the Summit YMCA, they run from June through May.
Yes, our Y offers short-term memberships for full-time college students. One and two month options are available during school breaks. College students must provide proof of full-time student status. Full-time student status consists of 12 credits/semester for undergraduates; 9 credits/semester for graduate students.
We are the best value in town! Unlimited attendance to our 100+ group exercise classes each week are included as a benefit your membership.
Yes, as a benefit of your membership, our members are entitled to three complimentary orientations in the Fitness Center. To make an fitness equipment demo appointment, please call our Member Services desk or stop by the Fitness Center desk for assistance.
Yes, adult members may bring up to 5 guests per year, certain restrictions apply. Teen members may bring up to three guests per year. All teen guests under 18 must be signed in by their parent/guardian at the Member Service desk. Guests can also request their own guest pass. All guests must complete a liability waiver form prior to using our facilities. Limit 3 total combined complimentary visits per year to Summit Area YMCA locations.
Yes, we have nationally certified personal trainers who can work with you to achieve your personal fitness, health and wellness goals. For more information please contact Lisa McQuilkin at lisa.mcquilkin@the say.org at the Berkeley Heights YMCA or Alice Stein at alice.stein@thesay.org at the Summit YMCA.
At both the Summit YMCA and the Berkeley Heights YMCA your membership is month to month. We do not have contracts.
Your membership fee allows you full access to our facilities with unlimited attendance to over 100+ group exercise classes per week. You also receive priority registration for Y programs, unlimited access to both of our pools, free aquatic exercise classes, free babysitting in Kid Zone (for those with family and adult memberships), and an account with Activtrax for customized workout planning, fitness demos and so much more.
We’d love to have you come in to try our Y. Come in for a tour and you can try the facility at no cost.
All changes to membership (upgrades, downgrades and holds) must be made by the 25th of the month prior to ensure proper billing.
Members must submit, in person, at least 1 business day prior to bill date, the YMCA Membership Edit Form to cancel their membership. Once the form is received, the member will have one more payment and their membership will remain active for the entire month after that final payment is made.
If you have a Family membership and your parents are living with you, they can be added to your family membership for an additional $30 (per person). If you are not a member, your parents are welcome to register at our YMCA for a short term membership
If you have a Family membership and your child is under 23 years old, s/he can be added to your membership at no additional charge.
However, if your returning child is 23 years or older, you can add them for an additional $30 a month. If you have an Adult membership, you can upgrade your membership to a Family membership and s/he can be considered the second adult. Or s/he can get his/her own adult membership.
If you have an Adult membership, you can upgrade it to a Family membership and then include your au pair as the second adult. Please note, we offer financial assistance for au pairs in our service area if they reside with you. Our service area includes Summit, Springfield, Millburn, Short Hills, Summit, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Gillette and Stirling.
We can waive the joining fee if you are joining us within 45 days of leaving another YMCA and you have already paid the joining fee there. A letter from your prior YMCA is required. Since our joining fees are used to fund building and equipment maintenance, we cannot waive your joining fee, however there are times we run promotions with a reduced joining fee. Be sure to inquire about membership specials when joining.
We offer several memberships that have reduced membership fees:
Summit YMCA: You can fill out a locker request form available at Member Services. There is typically a waiting list for the men’s locker room. Once contacted, you have the choice to pay automatically on your credit card monthly ($8) or pay in full yearly ($100).
Berkeley Heights YMCA: You can rent a locker for six months. Please see Member Services for assistance.
You may use our daily lockers for the day for free. Please bring your own lock to secure your items and remove your items when you leave.
We can draft from your checking account if you give us a voided check and fill out the monthly draft form. However, we cannot accept monthly payments by check. All membership dues are automatically generated and require a payment method on file.
We provide free towels (small) for your use while you are working out. We recommend you bring your own pool and shower towels.
Yes, we offer free 2-hour babysitting in our Kid Zone for children of Family and Adult members. We accept children from six weeks to 12 years old. Members must be in the facility.
LEARN MOREThe YMCA is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all members and guests. To promote safety and comfort for all, individuals are asked to act appropriately at all times when in our facility or participating in our programs. We expect persons using the YMCA to act maturely, behave responsibly, and respect the rights and dignity of others. Our Members Code of Conduct outlines prohibited action; the actions listed on the Members Code of Conduct are not an all-inclusive list of behaviors considered inappropriate in our facilities or programs.