Facility Use
To ensure the safety of all members and guests, the Tri-Cities Family YMCA has taken care to enact the following facility use guidelines.
Child and Youth Access
- Children age 9 and under must be under the direct supervision of a person age 18 or older.
- Children age 10 and above may use the facility, as well as the pool, unsupervised as long as they do so in a responsible manner.
- All youth 12-15 years of age have various opportunities to utilize the fitness rooms and classes given certain guidelines and instruction (see Youth Fitness Policy).
- Youth ages 16 and up have full privilege for facility use.
- Supervised child care is available for children ages 3 months – 10 years old (see Child Care for more information).
Locker Rooms
Two locker rooms are available for use. The adult locker rooms for individuals 18 and older have access to the whirlpool and sauna. The main locker rooms are for all ages and access the pool area. No electronic devices, including cell phones, are to be used inside the locker rooms. The Y is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items; please secure your items in a locker. A personal lock can be brought in and used on a daily basis. Locks remaining overnight will be removed. Kit lockers are available for a yearly rental fee, stop by or call the Welcome Center for more information.
Proper attire and shoes
Appropriate shirts, shorts and shoes are to be worn in the building at all times. Swimming apparel is required and restricted to the pool area, sauna and whirlpool. Non-marking shoes are to be worn in the gyms, racquetball courts and fitness areas.
Lost and Found
The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen property. However, we do keep lost and found items whenever possible. Our lost and found is located downstairs in the “coat room” at the end of the hall downstairs. All items found in the YMCA will be kept for at least 30 days before being recycled for charitable purposes.
Accidents, Injuries
All cases of accident, injury or unusual incidents should be reported to a staff person on duty or to the front desk. The YMCA assumes no responsibility for injuries incurred while participating in YMCA activities.
Parking
All parking lots are the property of and maintained by the City of Grand Haven. Parking is provided in the lighted lot east of the YMCA. Additional parking is available by the Mulligan’s Hollow picnic area and on the basketball courts during the winter. The parking lot to the west, behind the building, is reserved for handicapped parking and those in our SilverSneaker and Active Older Adult classes.
Smoking and Alcohol Use
YMCA facilities and grounds are smoke-free, drug-free and alcohol-free environments.
Towel Service
Towels are provided for use by members and guests and may be obtained at the Welcome Center. Please assist our staff by depositing soiled towels in the bins located outside of the locker rooms. Towels are not to be taken out of the building.
Parties and Facility Rentals
The YMCA facilities are available to rent for groups up to 250 for wedding receptions, meetings, birthday parties or overnight lock-ins for church and youth groups. Facility rental is based on availability and must be booked two weeks in advance. We offer a variety of Birthday Party packages that can be booked by both members and non members. Click here for more information.
Inclement Weather Policy
The YMCA makes every effort possible to keep the Y and its programs running during periods of inclement weather. Closing decisions are based on weather alerts, road and school closings, and the ability of YMCA staff to get to and from the Y and operate the facility safely. In case of closing or early closing, the YMCA will post this informatin on the home page of our website and will also contact WGHN FM 92.10 Radio Station with the up to date closing status. We do not necessarily follow the Grand Haven School District closings. On the rare occasion that the Y closes due to the weather, we are unable to offer a refund, credit, or make-up classes. When weather is questionable, it’s best to call ahead.
