Gahanna Facility Policies

General Policies

  1. Members must present their membership card at the Member Services desk each time they visit the YMCA.
  2. Inappropriate language and fighting are prohibited.
  3. Children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
  4. All children under 9* must be in a supervised program and parents or guardians must remain on the property.
  5. Child Watch is available for children ages 6 weeks to kindergarten.
  6. Children between the ages of 9* and 15 are permitted to be at the YMCA up to 3 hours without adult supervision.
  7. Specific policies are posted in each area of the YMCA.
  8. Schedules are subject to change.
  9. *Note: At the Central branch children under the age of 14 must be actively supervised at all times by a parent or guardian.

Locker Room Policies

Clothing and other personal belongings not in use shall be stored in the lockers provided by the YMCA. The YMCA is not responsible for personal items brought into the building. We recommend that you bring a lock for your locker but the locks must be removed by the end of the day. Children over the age of 5 must use gender appropriate locker rooms. The YMCA offers family changing rooms for those with disabilities as well as children who are old enough to use the gender appropriate locker rooms, but still need assistance.

PHP Scholarship Program

The financial policies of the YMCA of Central Ohio are consistent with the Association’s Mission. It is the goal of the YMCA of Central Ohio to provide educational, social and physical development services to people regardless of their ability to pay. Within its financial capability, the YMCA of Central Ohio will provide sponsorship assistance for YMCA memberships and program participation based on financial need.

Guest Pass Policy

Members of the YMCA may bring in guests at their convenience. Guests are limited to 3 visits per calendar year and need to be accompanied by the member. A maximum of 1 guest may be brought in at one time. Guest passes are valid for one day only. Guests over the age of 16 are required to present a current photo ID. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult member. Advanced notice is not required.

Pool Policies

  1. Please enter and exit through the locker rooms only.
  2. Children ages 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult/guardian (age 18 or older) in the water within arms reach.
  3. Children ages 6, 7 and 8 must have an adult actively supervising them in the pool area.
  4. Children/youth who need assistance or a flotation device must have an adult in the water with them and will not be permitted in the deep end.
  5. Non-swimmers of any age are not permitted in the deep end.
  6. Lifeguards reserve the right to test swimming competency of any participant at any time.
  7. Street shoes are not permitted on the pool deck.
  8. Any class without a minimum of 4 participants may be subject to cancellation.
  9. Pool schedule is subject to change.
  10. Please see additional rules in pool and hot tub area prior to using the aquatic areas of the facility.

Fitness Center Policies

Please sign up for cardiovascular equipment before use. Time is limited to 30 minutes per machine. If you are more than 5 minutes late, your time slot is forfeited. Fitness Center Policies Youth ages 9 and 10 may utilize the Fitness Center with adult supervision after completing the YMCA Youth Conditioning Class. Youth ages 11-15 may utilize the Fitness Center with adult supervision. After completing the Iron Teens class, youth ages 11-15 may utilize the Fitness Center and Free Weight rooms without adult supervision. The branch supervisors reserve the right to determine any time and equipment limitations to ensure the safety of participants and member service. Please return all weights and dumbbells to the storage racks.