Facility Access by Age

To ensure the safety and well-being of all youth in our YMCA facilities and programs, the following supervision guidelines are in place:

Youth Under 12 Years Old

• Must be actively participating in a scheduled YMCA program OR
• Accompanied by a parent/guardian while in YMCA facilities

Youth 12 and Older

• May use authorized areas of the YMCA facilities without direct supervision
• Are expected to follow all YMCA policies and procedures during their visit

General Expectations

• All participants, regardless of age, must adhere to YMCA rules, policies, and the code of conduct
• Misbehavior or violation of YMCA policies may result in a loss of privileges or further action as deemed necessary by YMCA staff

Parent/Guardian Responsibility

• Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring their child(ren) understands and complies with YMCA policies
• Parents/guardians of youth under 12 must remain on-site and immediately available in case of emergencies unless their child is enrolled in a supervised program

YMCA Staff Role

• Staff are available to support and guide youth but are not responsible for unsupervised youth 12 and older.
• This policy is designed to balance freedom and responsibility for youth while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all members and guests.