Thank You For Being a Member!

Important Membership Information

November 11, 2025

Dear Valued Member,

We thank you for choosing to be a part of a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other.

Our knowledgeable and trained staff, quality facilities and equipment, and wide range of programs make us a great membership value, including 24-hour & live virtual programs, new & innovative classes, expanded hours, swimming, basketball, pickleball, soccer, child watch, family activities and exciting events for all.

We are proud of the additional value we were able to provide to our YMCA Full Members, including:

Expanding YMCA Branch Hours, Programs and Services across all Y Branches
Preferred Program Pricing and Priority Registration benefits
- Full Family Members receive the BEST Preferred Program Pricing and Priority Registration benefits
- Full Individual Members receive Preferred Program Pricing and Priority Registration benefits
24-Hour/Day Virtual Member Access through Y360 with live and on-demand content from over 100 YMCAs, including Group Exercise, Wellness, Arts, Sports Skills, Family, Mental Health and Children’s programs
Upgraded YMCA360 Mobile App with additional classes and benefits
Assisting our members continue their wellness journey no matter where they live, work or travel through the Nationwide Membership benefit
Ensuring our Y is available to all through Financial Assistance Scholarships to assist our community in getting healthy, being safe during the summer and after school, providing shelter and learning to swim
Providing social opportunities and to connect and engage our members and families
Expanding WISE Community Services to further support our seniors, and individuals with Alzheimer’s, Dementia or those needing a little extra assistance
Focusing our commitment to quality family and community events
Expanded wellness and chronic disease program opportunities at all branches and virtually
Complimentary guest passes for friends & family*
Member Rewards referral program for friends & family*
Complimentary Child Watch for Full Family memberships, and a modest charge for all members
InStudio Group Exercise, Youth and Family classes in all Y branches

Our desire is to continue our high level of service and commitment to our members and our community. As you know, the past few years have presented unprecedented challenges and significant increases in all areas of expenses, and we do not take the consideration to raise our rates lightly. After careful consideration, our Association decided that a modest membership dues increase was necessary to continue our high level of member service. Therefore, effective January 1, 2026, a modest rate increase will be reflected in most Y Memberships. Should you wish to renew your membership at 2025 rates, please contact the Welcome Center at your branch to pay in full by 12/31/25.

We understand that you have choices for your health and well-being, and are honored you have chosen the Y. Our not-for-profit status means we live our mission each and every day, and your membership to the Y means you belong to an organization committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability to pay full price, can be a part of the Y. Whether through our Annual Campaign fundraising efforts or our financial subsidies in character-driven, mission-based programs, your Y plans a critical strengthening role in your neighborhood.

96% of our members reported they were Extremely Satisfied or Satisfied with their Y Membership. We want to insure you are aware of all the benefits in being a part of our Y. Please visit our Membership Benefits page for additional information on YOUR Y Benefits!

We appreciate your continued membership support and look forward to serving you in the years ahead!

Exciting Expansions for 2026:

Elizabeth Branch Hours (Effective January 2, 2026):
- Monday – Friday 6:00am – 9:30pm
- Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Sunday 8:00am -5:00pm
Five Points Branch Hours (Effective January 2, 2026):
- Monday – Friday 6:00am – 9:00pm
- Saturday 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Sunday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Rahway Branch Hours (Effective January 2, 2026):
- Monday – Friday 5:30am – 9:00pm
- Saturday 7:00am – 5:00pm
- Sunday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wellness Center Branch Hours (Effective January 2, 2026):
- Monday – Friday 5:00am – 9:00pm
- Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Sunday 8:00am – 5:00pm

EXCITING Facility Enhancements:
- Five Points Branch Pool Renovations (December 2025/January 2026)
  - New Pool Deck
  - Accessible Lift
- Five Points Branch Facility Improvements
  - Upgraded Child Care Classrooms
    - New Windows and Sinks
  - Upgraded Playground
- Rahway Branch Energy Efficient Project
  - New HVAC units
  - Energy Efficient Lighting throughout
  - New Pool Heaters
- Rahway Branch Gymnasium Upgrade
  - New Floor
  - Upgraded Painting
- Rahway Branch Facility Improvements
  - Upgraded Pool Painting
  - Patio Pavers
  - New STEAM Lab
  - Upgraded Art Room
  - Expanded New Garden
  - Upgraded Playground
- Elizabeth Branch Equipment
  - Added a SteelFlex Plate Loading Chest Press
  - Group Exercise Studio Enhancements
Expanded Services:
- Expanded Y Branch Hours in 2025, and further in 2026
  - Earlier Morning Hours
  - Expanded Weekend Hours
  - Additional expanded hours planned later in 2026 as well!
- Additional Lap & Family Swimming – expanding even more in 2026!
- Additional Basketball, Family Open Gym, Pickleball, Soccer
- Additional Child Watch Hours for 2025 & 2026
- Additional Family Events and Social Activities for All
- Additional Child Care Programs and Vacation Camp Days
- Additional Family Membership Options, including Full Family Memberships for 3 Adults and 4 Adults in the same household.
- Additional Membership Option for Adult Couple
Additional Focus on Social Opportunities and Events:
- YMCA Member Challenges
- Family and Community Events
- Adult Learning Opportunities, Seminars and Guest Speakers
- Member Movie Nights and Game Nights
- Family Float Nights
- Member Socials and Member Meet and Greet Events
- Holiday Member Events
- Fundraising Events for the Annual Campaign Kickoff, YMCA Day of Giving, Giving Tuesday and Donor Appreciation
- Fundraising Craft Fair hosted by the Circle of Knots Crafts and Conversation
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Community Health Fairs
- Employment Fairs
- Community Partners
New & Innovative Programs:
- Competitive ESports League
  - Elizabeth Branch and Five Points Branch
  - Expansion to FIFAFC25
- YMT Leap & Learn
- InStudio Programs at all Y Branches
- Chess Club for Children and Adults
- Family Night Out, Drop and Shop
- Vacation Day Programs for out of school time
- Additional Youth Sports Programs at all Y Branches
- S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) Programs
- Lego Classes
- Additional Group Exercise Program Options for your favorite classes, like Zumba®, Cycling, Stretch & Flex
- Intermediate Basketball Workouts (off season)
- New Dance Classes, including Latin Rhythm
- Private Swim Team Coaching Sessions
- Expanded Personal Training
- Walking Club
- Senior Knee and Hip Health Classes
- Youth Arts Classes
- Senior Arts Classes
- Theater Club
- Volleyball and Pickleball Classes
- Expanded Summer Camp Options
- Additional Preschool and Youth Swim Lesson, including Sunday swim classes to fit your family’s schedule
  - Innovative 2026 Youth Swim Lesson programming
- Expanded Days & Times for Adult Swim Lessons and Private Lessons for all ages
- Women on Weights
- Youth Fitcamp Clinic
- Veterans Wellness Initiative
- Additional Tae Kwon Do classes
- Expanded Pickleball Hours

For updated 2026 Membership Rate information, please visit:

*Membership Benefits may vary based on membership type. Memberships will be adjusted based on member age, the month following a member’s birthdate.

Please note, if your membership includes a Corporate or Contractual reduction in fees, that amount will be reflected on the new rates.

For members on 2019 Member Rewards rates, your benefit will be reflected on the new rates, provided your membership, and your linked partner’s drafting membership remained active and in good standing consecutively since prior to 12/31/19, with an active email in our system.

2026 Member Information

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