Membership to the YMCA
Anyone can join the YMCA. The YMCA has always been a great fit for everyone and their family. Now, it’s also a great fit for every budget. Because we believe a healthier lifestyle should be available to all, we’re now offering an income-based fee scale
EVERYONE BELONGS at the YMCA of Greater Houston. At the YMCA, we’re more than just a place to work out. We’re a place where you can be yourself. Whether you’re just starting on the road to health and wellness, or you’re a veteran, you’ll feel comfortable at the YMCA. Visit and you will understand why so many people love it here. It’s because we don’t care what you look like when you come in. We just want you to feel great when you leave.
How to Register for YMCA Programs
• On-line at www.ymcahouston.org
• Walk-in
Open Doors Scholarship Program
The YMCA is community-based and believes that its programs and services should be available to everyone regardless of age, background, ability or income. That’s why the YMCA offers an OPEN DOORS program, a sliding fee scale that is designed to fit your individual
financial situation.
Membership Cards
Membership cards are required for entry into the facility. If you do not have your card, we will ask for a photo ID.
Membership Policies
There are no membership contracts; however, a 30-day written notice, prior to draft date is necessary for any changes, terminations or holds. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Guess Policy
Guests are allowed to visit 3 times within a 1 year period and must show a valid picture ID.
Program Membership
To be eligible to register for our programs, a $25 program membership fee is required. This fee will allow you to register for any of our programs for one (1) full year.
Joining Fee
Joining Fee is nonrefundable after 30 days.
Behavior Policies
Inappropriate behavior is not acceptable at the Trotter Family YMCA and the YMCA reserves the right to revoke any membership or program participant.
Refunds
Due to staff commitments, program demands, and limited class sizes, credits or refunds must be requested two (2) weeks prior to program beginning. No credit or refund will be issued thereafter. Credits can be used for any program within Trotter Family YMCA within six (6) months of issue. Refunds will require the original receipt or credit card statement. For camp refunds please refer to camp refund policy on page 9.
Youth Policy
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older, unless they are enrolled in a YMCA program, are in a designated area while an adult is on the premises, or they are participating in a Teen Free time.
Always Welcome at YMCAs (AWAY) The AWAY program allows you to use YMCAs throughout the country. Visit
www.ymca.net for details and locations. Visiting members of an out-of-town YMCA are welcome to use the Trotter Family YMCA facility up to a two-week period by showing their YMCA membership card with an AWAY sticker or logo.
Facility Features
- Kids Corner/Kids Town, Youth Activity Center
- 8000 sq. foot Fitness Center with top-of-the-line equipment, such as Treadmills, Bikes, Elliptical, Rowing Machines, and much more.
- 3 group exercise and dance studios
- Cycle studio
- Pilates Reformer studio
- 2 basketball courts, 2 soccer fields, 2 racquetball courts, and 2 outdoor tennis courts
- Family Fun Center with batting cages and more
- Locker rooms with whirlpools and steam rooms
- Women’s Center
- FitLinxx® computerized workout tracking system
- YMCA AfterSchool & Summer Camps
- Year-round outdoor heated pool
- Extensive youth, teen and adult fitness programs
- Family nights, corporate events and birthday parties
- Health Fountain Restaurant
Membership Benefits
FREE Child Watch as you work out (Kids Corner/Kids Town, Youth Activity Center)
- FREE parking (members may park in our parking garage or parking lot while using the facility)
- An assortment of over 140 FREE group exercise classes a week, including Yoga, Pilates and Power Cycling
- FREE Comprehensive Wellness Orientation
- Use of cardiovascular room, weight room, stretching area, gymnasium, outdoor pool and Family Fun Center
- Guest passes to give your friends and family
- Use of many YMCAs across the country through our AWAY Program
- Priority registration and reduced rates on all programs
- FREE towel service
- Rewarding opportunities to get involved through volunteering
- Use of all Greater Houston YMCAs through the Citywide membership program
- No contracts
Volunteerism
Volunteers are at the heart of the YMCA and that is why the YMCA is at the heart of the community. When you are a volunteer at the YMCA, you are part of a not-for-profit organization with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities. Your time and talent will translate into helping a child, mentoring a teen or providing support for families. You can help create a safe, healthy and caring environment that will nurture people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them to become successful members of our community.
- Program volunteers–help to lead programs as an instructor, coach aide.
- Support volunteers–work in the office, front desk or around the grounds.
- Fund-raising volunteers–raise funds through our campaigns (annual, capital, special or sustaining); work on endowment development; or work at/run special events.
Volunteers are essential to the YMCA. If you would like to volunteer, contact the Trotter Family YMCA at (713) 781-1061.
