Membership Benefits

People join the YMCA for the support they need to make a difference in their lives. For many adults and older adults, a Y membership opens the doors to discovering energy they never thought they had; for families, it’s the place close to home where they can bring the kids for healthy fun; for middle school teens, it’s a wholesome place to spend time with friends.

Visit us or fill out this form to get in contact with a Membership Staff member about joining the Y.

Membership is a Great Value!

Full membership is an amazing value, giving members use of all 13 YMCA of Greater Boston facilities. When you join the YMCA as a full member you also enjoy:

Facility Features

  • Cardiovascular Equipment

  • Nautilus Strength Circuit

  • Free Weights

  • Indoor Pool

  • Gymnasium

  • Sauna

  • Steam Room

  • Locker Rooms

  • Family Changing Rooms

  • Computer Center

  • Plenty of parking space

 

Unlimited Use of our Wellness Center

Whether you prefer running on a treadmill, cycling beside a friend, reading while on an elliptical trainer, lifting free weights or using strength training equipment, you can do it at the YMCA.

Free Get Started Program

Get Started is three free sessions of individualized, one-on-one coaching support

Free Group Exercise Classes

Just getting off work and looking for something fun and healthy to do? Come to the Y where members can choose from a wide variety of group exercise classes. Most group exercise classes, including yoga and Pilates, are free with your full membership.

Personal Training

YMCA personal trainers work with weekend warriors, stay-at-home moms, CEOs, athletes, and other fitness aficionados to get the most out of their lives. Whether you want to prepare for a ski trip, train for an athletic event, or improve your golf or tennis game, YMCA personal training delivers. Register at the Member Services Desk or fill out this form and a Personal Trainer will contact you to set up an appointment.

Wellness Testing & Nutrition Consultations

The YMCA offers wellness testing that gives you a baseline for tracking your progress toward your fitness goals. Learn the truth about good nutrition, how to develop healthy eating habits, and how to create easy to manage meals with the help of a YMCA nutritionist or dietitian. Register at the Member Services Desk.

Pool Access and Aquatic Programs

Our YMCA features a year-round indoor pool. View our pool schedules for the most updated calendar of lap and open swim hours. Certified lifeguards staff our pools, and our swim lessons are taught by trained instructors.

Free Babysitting

We offer FREE babysitting for family members while they work out!

Programming

We offer a wide range of programs for people of all ages. Find a program here.

YMCA Reciprocity

Members will have access to all YMCAs in New England as part of the My Y is Every Y program.  Your Y membership allows you access to YMCA's across the world with the AWAY program.  If you are a member of the YMCA and are going on vacation and would like to work out, give them a call regarding their AWAY policy. 

Earn a FREE Month

Refer a friend to the Y, and when they join you’ll get a FREE month of membership. Submit a Member Referral form to earn your free month.

Save $150 Every Year

Did you know that as a member of BlueCross/BlueShield, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts, or Neighborhood Health you are entitled to Insurer-To-Member fitness benefit re-imbursement that helps you save $150 every year? Ask your health insurance provider for a reimbursement form today!