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FREE MEMBERSHIPS FOR 6TH GRADERS

All Marion youth entering / in 6^th grade during the 2021 – 2022 school year have the opportunity for a free membership to the Y.

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Membership period is May 2021 through August 31, 2022

Requirements for the free membership include:

Must be in 6^th Grade for the 2021-2022 school year.

Must be registered in person at the Y by a parent / legal guardian.

Child and a parent / guardian are required to participate in an orientation session which can be held via phone call.

Contact Monica Addy at 740-725-9622 or email maddy@marionfamilyymca.org or cguyton@marionfamilyymca.org

NEW MOBILE APP – MARION FAMILY YMCA CONNECT

FREE to all members!
Must have valid Email on file with the Y.
Members receive an activation email.
Members also have access to all features from a desktop computer.

DOWNLOAD THE APP on your phone

If you are an active member and have been set up with a Marion Family YMCA
Connect account, but have not downloaded the app, choose an app store below.

Search for Marion Family YMCA Connect
Install
Login Screen – Use the email/password you received to activate your account

Note: It may take 2-3 days to receive an email link

WE’RE MOBILE FOR A STRONGER CONNECTION

Our Mobile App is a comprehensive digital community experience that opens up opportunities for you to live healthy, receive and give support, obtain updates, and connect with other Y members and groups. Whether you do it to keep up with your fitness goals, stay up to date on your children’s programs, or meet up with one of your groups for a walk, jog, or a cup of coffee; we’ll help connect you and keep you connected within the Y’s friendly community.

Marion Family YMCA Connect includes:

Barcode Tile: Check in and out from your phone.

Private Facebook Group Tile: If you are a member of the group, click on the tile and you will go directly to the private group. If you haven’t signed up and been approved, go to Facebook and search for Marion Family YMCA Fitness.

Reserve Your Spot Tile: Click on this tile, you will go directly to our reservation page. You can reserve spots for Pool, Child Watch and Group Exercise Classes.

Program Registration Tile: Click on this tile, you will go directly to our registration page on Website and sign up for paid programs.

Schedule Tile: Click on this tile and you will go directly to a list of all the classes that you need to make a reservation to
attend and all of our paid programs. Search by date, instructors or activities. You can find a class and click on reserve your spot or if it is a paid class, click on Register Now and it will take you to our Website.

Workouts Tile: Click on this tile and you can search for example exercise workouts or create your own workout. Pro work-outs include animations.

Challenges Tile: Click on this tile and join a challenge. Cycling, sit-ups walking and much more!

Community Tile: Click on this tile and view the central communication area. You can reach out to other members in the community.

Activity Tile: Click on this tile and view your activities and challenges you are doing.

Progress Tracker Tile: Click on this tile to view your progress and update your progress.

My Profile Tile: Click on this tile to view your communication with others, view your work-outs and challenges.

Account Settings Tile: Click on this tile to set up your personal information, notifications, privacy settings and connect to personal devices.

The old app will be available for check in and check out only. No updates will be sent starting May 1, 2021

Upgrade to the Pro version for just $5.00 per person more a month!!

This app includes everything above plus a meditation library, nutrition library and videos on demand. Workouts include Jillian Michaels, Zumba, Billy Blanks and much more. Click here for more details. Must stop by the Service Center to upgrade.

VIRTUAL MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE

Click here to view a video overview

The Y at Home. On the Go. Online.

To sign up on line by clicking here, or call 740-725-9622

Monthly $13.00 per person
Sales tax $0.94
Total monthly draft $13.94

Annual dues $156.00 per person
Sales tax $11.31
Total $167.31
Semi-annual dues $78.00 per person
Sales Tax $5.66
Total $83.66

The Virtual Membership includes the following:

Private Facebook Group Tile: If you are a member of the group, click on the tile and you will go directly to the
private group. If you haven’t signed up and been approved, go to Facebook and search for Marion Family YMCA
Fitness.

Program Registration Tile: Click on this tile, you will go directly to our registration page on our Website. You can sign up for paid programs.

Workouts Tile: Click on this tile and you can search for example exercise workouts or
create your own workout. Pro work-outs include animations.

Challenges Tile: Click on this tile and join a challenge. Cycling, sit-ups walking in much more!

Community Tile: Click on this tile and view the central communication area. You can reach out to other members in the community.

Activity Tile: Click on this tile and view your activities and challenges you are doing.

Progress Tracker Tile: Click on this tile to view your progress and update your progress.

My Profile Tile: Click on this tile to view your communication with others, view your work-outs and challenges.

Account Settings Tile: Click on this tile to set up your personal information, notifications, privacy settings and
connect to personal devices.

Meditation Tile: Click on this tile to view a library of meditation sessions, making it a complete and holistic
member experience. Sleep, Body, Nature and Sounds.

Videos On Demand Tile: Click on this tile and browse in multiple groups of workouts: Cardio, Core, Dance, yoga, HIIT and much more! Work outs with Jillian Michaels, Zumba and Billy Blanks: Tae Bo and Les Mill OnDemand. Search by level: easy, standard, advanced or flex. Search by duration from ones shorter than 20 minutes to longer ones. Or just use the “Search video” tab to find a specific workout or workout type that you like.

Nutrition Tile: Click on this tile and download the nutrition app to track calorie intake and more.

Access to a library of workouts, challenges, Marion YMCA Private Facebook Fitness group, nutrition, groups and more.
Does not give you member discounts /pricing on programs
Click here for full details

Y FALL PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION IS OPEN! FULL-DAY & HALF-DAY

Y Preschool
Full-Day & Half-Day
2021-2022

The Preschool educational curriculum, High Scopes, will be delivered daily 9:00 am -11:30 am. Our Preschool program focuses on preparing children for kindergarten. The program is created to develop your child’s social-emotional skills, educational skills, while promoting a sense of achievement and belonging. Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for young children to learn, thrive, and grow.

Breakfast, lunch, and snack will be served at scheduled times each day in our full-time childcare.

One-Time School Registration Fee: $30 per child

Weekly Fees:

Y Preschool Full-Day (Ages 3—5)
5-days per week 6:30 am—6:00 pm
YMCA Members: $171
YMCA Participants: $187
Year round (fees subject to change, and generally change, and generally change in Sept of each year)

Y Preschool Half-Day (Ages 3—5)
4-days per week M-TH 9 am—11:30 am
YMCA Members: $42
YMCA Participants: $52
Sept 7 – May 13

COVID-19 Health
Protocols

Our health protocols include daily health screenings of children & staff, daily temperature checks, limited access to the classroom by parents, handwashing and frequent sanitizing. Our full health protocols are in the Preschool Handbook. Protocols are subject to change based on changing conditions in the community, CDC, and health department recommendations.

Financial Assistance
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) helps families who are working or in school pay for childcare through the Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) program. Child Care Centers must have at least a 1 Star Rating in order to accept PFCC payments. With our 1 Star Rating, we are able to accept PFCC payments, which may mean that your out of pocket costs could be reduced. Families qualifying for PFCC may be required to pay for part of your child care in the form of a co-payment. The amount you pay is based on your gross income and family size.

You may apply at https://rom the Y Service Center.jfs.ohio.gov/cdc/Page4.stm or call Missy Davidson with Marion County JFS at 740-223-1921. If don’t qualify for PFCC, but meet our financial assistance requirements, then you can apply for our in-house financial assistance. The application process is simple and quick. You can download an application from the Y’s website at www.marionymca.org or pick one up from the Y Service Center.

Parent Registration Meeting
Please contact Amanda Groll, Program Manager, to reserve a meeting time. We will help you complete the registration forms and give your family a tour of your child’s classroom. This meeting is optional. If you choose not to have a Parent Registration Meeting, you must turn in all registration forms at least two business days prior to your child’s first day in the program.

E: agroll@marionfamilyymca.org
P: 740-725-9622

Click here to download all the information

STEP UP TO QUALITY 1 STAR

Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) is a five–star quality rating and improvement system administered by the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. SUTQ recognizes and promotes learning and development programs that meet quality program standards that exceed licensing health and safety regulations. The program standards are based on national research identifying standards which lead to improved outcomes for children.

Standards include: low child to staff ratios, higher staff education, on–going specialized staff training, and utilization of a research-based curriculum that aligns to Ohio’s Early Learning and Development Standards.

Families and children attending our program will benefit from: highly trained teachers; emphasis on the development of school readiness skills; assurance that the program is committed to continuous improvement; and a focus on family engagement.

For information about how to apply for Publicly Funded resources, visit https://jfs.ohio.gov/cdc/Page4.stm.

LATEST INFORMATION – August 5, 2021

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Resource Guide for Fall 2021

IMPORTANT – Speed up your first visit back. ALL members must sign an updated waiver and code of conduct before your first visit back to our facility.

August 5, 2021

Dear Y Member,

Thank you for being part of the Y. We’re an association of people who are strengthening our community. Thank you for being part of this work.

Over the past 14 months, we’ve operated our facility and programs prioritizing the health and safety of our members, guests, staff and entire community. We’re continuing to do so.

Based on CDC guidelines and Marion County rated as “substantial transmission” of COVID-19, we’re returning to requiring all staff members to wear a mask when working indoors (with some exceptions). This change goes into effect on August 7.

We’re also encouraging (not requiring) all members and visitors age five and older to wear a mask at the Y except while exercising.

If cases in Marion continue to rise, we may re-implement some of our protocols from earlier this year. If that happens, we’ll let you know.

We all want to return to normal and put the fear and restrictions of the pandemic behind us. We want ourselves, our family, our friends and our community to be safe. We can get there through vaccinations. We encourage all who are eligible to get vaccinated. Marion Public Health is holding vaccination clinics on Thursdays. They are now giving $100 gift cards to people when they receive their first dose. Call 740-387-6520 to schedule an appointment.

Thank you for being part of the Y. I hope you and your family are well.

Theresa
Executive Director

See the Ohio Public Health Advisory System here

Read Responsible Restart Ohio Gyms Requirements here

Read Responsible Restart Ohio Pool Requirements here

Read Responsible Restart Ohio for Child Care here

See the Ohio Public Health Advisory System here

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HEALTH PROTOCOLS AND FAQ’s

BUILDING ENTRY AND EXIT

We ask that you stay home if you’re not feeling well or have been exposed to COVID-19 and you’re not fully vaccinated.
By entering the building, you are acknowledging that you are assuming the risk of exposure to communicable diseases including COVID19.
Everyone must use hand sanitizer upon entry. There are two stations in the lobby.
Members must scan in at the Service Center upon entering the Y and scan out either in the lobby or the Wellness Center upon exiting.
Guests & visitors must check-in at the Service Center.
Our Wellness Center emergency exit door is available as an exit.
In June, 2020 we implemented a new member, guest and visitor waiver. All adult members, program participants and guests were required to sign this. If you are a new member or visiting as a guest or program participant for the first time, you’ll need to sign it before using the Y. Minors (under the age of 18) must have a parent or legal guardian sign it on their behalf.

FAQ’S AS OF MAY 3

Our top priority in operating Marion’s YMCA is to do so in a way that, to the best of our ability, protects the health of our staff, our members and the community at large.

As of May 3, 2021, these are our COVID-19 related health protocols. These follow the most recent State of Ohio Director’s Health Order and CDC guidelines. These protocols are subject to change.

What are your hours?

Monday through Thursday 5 am – 8 pm
Friday 5 am – 7 pm
Saturday 8 am – 4 pm
Sunday 1 – 5 pm

Do I have to sign a new waiver when I come back?

Yes, click here to sign before you come in.

MASK POLICY

Masks are required in the Y building for members, visitors, guests, participants, vendors and others who enter the building. Mask must be cloth and completely cover your nose and mouth; and otherwise meet CDC guidelines. Exceptions are:

Under the age of 10;
When actively exercising in Wellness Center, Gyms, Family Wellness Center, Track & while on designated spot in a Group Exercise Class
In the pools

Masks are continued to be required when you’re not exercising including in the locker rooms.

SOCIAL DISTANCING, CLASS SIZE AND RESERVATIONS

We ask everyone to maintain at least 6 feet from others who aren’t part of your household.
Group Exercise Classes have designated spots on the floor for each participant.
Class sizes are limited to ensure participants can maintain space from each other.
Reservations are required for Group Exercise classes, Water Fitness classes, lap swimming, Independent Adult Exercise in the Small Pool, Family Swim, and Child Watch.
Our reservation website is https://groupexpro.com/schedule/873/?view=responsive
If you make a reservation and no show more than two times in a three-month period, you’ll be charged $3 per missed reservation. If you can’t make a reservation, please cancel it at least two hours prior to the reservation time.
You can make reservations through our app Marion Family YMCA Connect, from our website on the Hours & Schedules page or call the 740-725-9622.

EQUIPMENT USE

Members must bring their own exercise mat to Group Exercise classes.
We encourage you to bring your own basketball for Open Gym, but we have a limited number of balls available for members’ use.
We encourage you to bring your own pickle ball equipment, but we have limited pickle ball supplies for members’ use.
In the Wellness Center, Family Wellness Center and Group Exercise classes: We provide you with your own bottle of cleaner and a towel to clean your exercise equipment before and after use. Please spray the towel and then wipe equipment; don’t spray directly on the equipment.

BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT CLEANING

In the Wellness Center, Family Wellness Center and Group Exercise classes: We provide you with your own bottle of cleaner and a towel to clean your exercise equipment before and after use. Please spray the towel and then wipe equipment; don’t spray directly on the equipment.
Staff clean and disinfect commonly touched surfaces throughout the day.
You can also help by washing your hands frequently.
We have an experienced janitorial crew to clean & disinfect overnight.

LOCKER ROOMS & RESTROOMS

Please pay attention and remain 6 feet from others in the locker rooms and shared restrooms.
Masks are required in the locker rooms except when showering or performing facial hygiene.
Please wash your hands before and after using a day use locker.
Rental lockers are available for $5.00 a month.
The saunas and steam rooms are closed

KEITH DAVIS NATATORIUM

Both the 8 Lane Pool and Small Pool are open following a published schedule. Please see our app Marion Family YMCA Connect, our website marionymca.org, or a paper copy from our lobby for the current pool schedule.
Reservations are required for lap swimming, independent adult exercise and family swim. You can make a reservation through our app Marion Family YMCA Connect, our website or call 740-725-9622.
All classes require advanced registration. You may register at the Service Center, through our app or through our website.
Times on the schedule designated as “Adult” are for members & guests age 18 or older.
Open Swim doesn’t require a reservation.
Hot Tub

The hot tub is open when the Small Pool is open (see Small Pool schedule) without reservations. We’re asking that members self-monitor and adhere to these rules:

Must be at least 18 years or older.
Limit of 15 minutes
Limit of 2 people at a time
Maintain 6 feet from the other person

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES

Land Group Exercise classes are free to members.
You must make a reservation in advance (see reservation section above).
You must bring your own floor / exercise mat.
During the class you’ll have your own bottle of cleaner and towel. Please spray the towel and then wipe down your equipment before and after use.
Each Aerobics Studio is marked for your workout spot to ensure social distancing. You may remove your mask once you’re on your spot and start exercising.
Water classes require registration and include an additional fee. You can register at the Service Center or through our website marionymca.org. Class sizes are limited to ensure social distancing. Please wear your mask onto the pool deck.

CHILD WATCH

Child Watch is open during scheduled times by reservation.
Please see the separate Child Watch flyer for details on Child Watch health protocols.

PROGRAMS, CHILD CARE, YOUTH SPORTS, CAMP, SWIMMING LESSONS

We’re offering most of our traditional Y programs including swimming lessons.
Each program area continues to follow our general health protocols as well as program specific protocols. Please see program informational flyers or inquire at the Service Center for program specific health protocols.

MARION FAMILY YMCA CONNECT APP AND VIRTUAL FITNESS CLASSES

Virtual Group Exercise classes are available for members through a private Facebook Group. You can join the group by searching for Marion Family YMCA Fitness on Facebook and requesting to join. It may take two business days to be approved.
Our mobile app is called Marion Family YMCA Connect and is free for members. This app includes workouts, videos, and an entire community with which to connect.
- Members will receive an activation email. If you haven’t received an email yet, let us know and we’ll send it again.
- Add your barcode to the app for quick check in from your cell phone.
- The app includes all facility area schedules and is the best way to stay up to date on pool schedules, Group Exercise classes and more.
- Use the app to link directly to our reservation website.

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