Policies

GUEST POLICY

  • We reserve the right to amend the guest policy.

  • All guests must register at the Member Services Desk. Guests under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian/authorized adult ages 18 or older complete their initial Guest Pass Form.

  • Guests may purchase a $10 guest pass that can be used for the day. This excludes paid programs. There is a $30 family guest pass maximum for family members who live within the same household.

  • All guests ages 18 and older are required to have a picture ID.

  • If guests fail to abide by the rules and regulations of the YMCA, they are subject to removal from the premises of the YMCA and/or removal from participation in the YMCA programs and activities without refund of dues, fees or other amounts paid to the YMCA.
  • Guests can purchase a Guest pass at any Branch Member Services Desk or online via our website. To purchase via our website go to prattvilleymca.org and click Register. You will then click Guest Fee and will proceed to login or set up an account if it is your first time. Guest passes are nonrefundable and must be used within 24 hours of the purchase.

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GENERAL FACILITY POLICIES

These policies apply to all Prattville YMCA facilities.

  1. Shirts and shoes are required to be worn in non-program areas
  2. Absolutely no tobacco products, e-cigs, or vapor are allowed
  3. No profanity
  4. Children 11 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or chaperone 16 years of age or older who is also a Y member or has purchased a chaperone pass, at all times, unless they are involved in organized programs
  5. The YMCA cannot provide direct supervision to children ages 12 and older left at the YMCA without supervision unless enrolled in a program. This includes monitoring their entry and exit from our building.
  6. Pets are not allowed on the premises except for service animals.
  7. Please be discreet and as modest as possible while using the locker and shower facilities.
  8. Children who are 6 years of age or older must use the gender-appropriate locker room. Some facilities have a family bathroom available for your use. Please check with the Member Services’ Desk for assistance with this.
  9. Modest attire.
  10. Refrain from public displays of affection.
  11. No open carry of firearms permitted.
  12. All YMCA facilities are private facilities. We have the right to revoke, remove or deny membership privileges or limit access to our facilities.
  13. The Prattville YMCA conducts regular sex offender screenings on all members, participants, and guests. If a sex offender match occurs, the YMCA reserves the right to cancel membership, end program participation, and remove visitation access.
  14. Please report any damaged equipment or maintenance problems to a Y staff member immediately.
  15. Harassment is unacceptable and will not be tolerated in any form, by any person, at any time at the Prattville YMCA. Staff, members, and guests are all expected to be respectful to each other, at all time. There are no circumstance where is is okay to intimidate or harass another person. Harassment can be defined as aggressive pressure or intimidation, unwelcomed attention/comments based on a personal characteristic, conduct which threatens, intimidates, alarms or puts a person at fear for their safety, physical violence, direct or inferred sexual threat, and threatening/offensive/unwelcome abusive verbal language or behavior. 
  16. Emotional support animals are not allowed in YMCA facilities. Service animals who have been specifically and individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefits of a person with a disability are allowed.
  17. Nationwide Program access may be restricted in certain program areas.
  18. Cell phones cameras may not be used in locker rooms.

 

MEMBERSHIP & FINANCIAL POLICIES

  1. Membership
    • For membership categories, please refer to most recent program book. At the time of membership, a copy of your driver’s license and proof of residency will be required. When you qualify for the next age category, your draft will automatically be adjusted.
  2. Annual Membership
    • Annual memberships must be paid in full. If the annual renewal payment has not been received by the second notice, your membership will be canceled. Annual membership refunds will be prorated. Joining fees will not be refunded.
  3. Membership Cards
    • To ensure the safety of all of our members, all Y members ages 12 and up are required to have their picture taken and issued a membership card. Membership cards are required to enter any Prattville YMCA facility. You may have your picture taken at any branch. Please bring proper identification (driver’s license, school ID, military ID) when you come to have your picture taken. If your card is lost or stolen, you can receive a FREE replacement at any Member Services Desk.
  4. Worthless Check Program
    • All returned checks and bank drafts will require a $40 service charge.
  5. Cancellation Policy
    • Any member who wishes to cancel their membership must cancel online, in person, or by phone within 3 business days of your next draft date.   We are not responsible for any drafts or charges that are incurred if cancellation is not made within the 3 business days.
  6. Joining Fee
    • The joining fee is a one-time payment unless membership is canceled for more than 30 days. If you upgrade to another membership category, you will have to pay the difference in the joining fee.
  7. Program Refunds
    • Neither credit nor refunds will be issued without supporting documentation. Each request will be considered on an individual basis.

 

LOCKDOWN POLICY

Lockdown is implemented when the threat of violence or gunfire is identified. During a lockdown, members, participants, and staff are to remain in designated lockdown locations at all times. Do not evacuate until the room is cleared by law enforcement or an ALL CLEAR signal is given by site administration. This response is considered appropriate for, but not limited to, the following types of emergencies:

  • Gunfire
  • Threat of extreme violence outside the facilities
  • Imminent danger in the surrounding community

Lockdown requires closing and locking doors immediately after which no one is allowed to enter or exit under any circumstance until the facility is cleared by law enforcement or ALL CLEAR is issued by the site administrator.

 

SWIM TEST POLICY

All swimmers ages 14 and under must complete a swim test to be able to go in water above their shoulders. Once swimmers pass the swim test, they will be given a green swim necklace that must be worn at all times when swimming in water above their shoulders. New swim necklaces are distributed each year in May at the DMS Branch or Bradford Branch Member Services' Desk.

 

STEPS FOR HEALTHY SWIMMING

Before you get in

  • Make sure the drain at the bottom of the deep end is visible. Check that the drain covers appear to be secured and in good condition.
  • Check for lifeguard(s):
    • If on duty, the lifeguard(s) should be focused on swimmers and not distracted.
    • If no lifeguard is on duty, do not enter the pool deck area.
  • Make sure you are aware of all pool rules, areas of deep water, and the swim test policy.

Check yourself

  • Stay out of the water if you are sick with diarrhea. If you have been diagnosed with Crypto, don't go back in the water until two weeks after diarrhea has completely stopped.
  • Stay out of the water if you have an open cut or wound (particularly from a surgery or piercing). If you do go in the water, use waterproof bandages to completely cover the cut or wound.
  • Shower before you get in the water. Rinsing off in the shower for just one-minute removes most of the dirt or anything else on your body that uses up chlorine needed to kill or inactivate germs.

Once you are in

  • Don't pee or poop in the water.
  • Don't swallow the water.
  • Use well-fitting, Coast Guard-approved life jackets, not air-filled toys (for example, water wings), for flotation assistance.
  • Keep an eye on children at all times. Kids can drown in seconds and in silence.
  • Take kids on bathroom breaks and check swim diapers every hour.
    • Change swim diapers away from the water to keep germs from getting in.
  • Dry ears thoroughly after swimming.

Fecal Contamination Pool Closure

  • The pool will be closed for 12 hours in the event of liquid stool in the pool.

 

POOL POLICY

  1. Be courteous and respectful to yourself and others by using appropriate language.
  2. Children ages 11 and under must have an adult present in the pool area.
  3. Children ages 5 and under who have not passed the swim test must have an adult directly supervising them at all times.
  4. All swimmers who do not have a green swim necklace must be within arms reach of an adult to be in water above their shoulders.
  5. No smoking, ecigs or vaping on YMCA premises.
  6. Keep all food and drinks out of pool.
  7. No glass on the pool deck.
  8. No swimming, walking, or standing in front of the slides.
  9. Please walk on the pool deck at all times.
  10. Starting blocks are not to be used during free swim times.
  11. Floatation devices that do not snap between the legs may not be used on the slide.
  12. No underwater breath holding activities.
  13. Swimmers cannot be on another’s head, neck, or shoulders.
  14. All jumps off the diving board must be forward and cannot result in the swimmer coming back towards the diving board.
  15. Diving must be done in water that is at least 9 feet deep.
  16. Please do not distract the lifeguards while they are guarding.
  17. Obey the lifeguards at all times.
  18. Do not swallow or spit or pool water.
  19. Swimwear should provide ample coverage and be of modest taste.

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER PLAN

The YMCA pools will close when there is:

  1. Thunder and/or lightning in the local area or if lightning is detected within a 10-mile radius to the facility.
  2. Heavy rain that hinders lifeguard visibility.
  3. A tornado warning. In the event of a tornado warning, all members and program participants shall be evacuated to a safe interior room. Check with your direct supervisor as to the proper location for your facility.

The pools will remain closed until:

  1. 30 minutes after last thunder or lightning.
  2. Tornado warning has expired.

The lifeguards on duty shall close and re-open the pools according to the Inclement Weather Plan.

When the pools are closed the lifeguards shall:

  1. Immediately clear the pools and decks of all swimmers.
  2. Lock the entrance to the pools.

If there is anticipated inclement weather, then the pools may not open for scheduled times. If Autauga County public schools close then the YMCA may adjust our schedule for the day. All pool and building closure updates will be posted to When to Work, GroupMe, Facebook, and will be communicated through phone messages.

 

WORKOUT EQUIPMENT POLICY

Children ages 11-13 may use all fitness equipment except free weights at our branches under the direct supervision of a parent or authorized adult 18 and older.

 

CHILD WATCH POLICY

These policies apply to the Child Watch room at the Fitness Center and Willis Bradford Branch.

  1. You must be utilizing the YMCA facilities to leave your child in the child watch room.
  2. Members can utilize the room a maximum of 2 hours each day.
  3. Please bring all supplies your child will need during their time in the child watch room (marked diapers, wipes, dry clothes, sippy cup, etc.)
  4. Only preapproved food or toys may be brought from home with your child.
  5. Don not bring your child if they have experienced a fever, runny nose with color, diarrhea, or any contagious illness within 24 hours.
  6. Children that are not members must pay $5 to use child watch.
  7. Child watch is available for children 10 and under.

 

WORKOUT FACILITY POLICY

  1. Closed toe shoes are to be worn in cardio and free weight room.
  2. No one under the age of 14 is allowed to use the sauna or free weight room.
  3. Members must be dressed in modest attire that is appropriate for a family atmosphere.
  4. Please report any damaged equipment or maintenance problems to a staff member immediately.
  5. Be courteous while working out.
  6. Wipe down equipment after use.
  7. Do not leave weight on bars or machines in the free weight room.
  8. Do not drop weights on the ground.
  9. Refrain from cell phone conversations, texting, and social media while on equipment.

 

Annual Membership

Annual membership is paid in full. If annual renewal payment has not been received by the second notice, your membership will be canceled. Initial payment includes the joining fee, prorated first month, plus the annual fee. Annual membership refunds will be prorated. Joining fees cannot be refunded.

Bank Draft Option

A continuous membership that does not expire. Payment is automatically deducted from your checking account each month. The membership fee may change with a 30-day written notice via email. If the bank draft is returned for any reason you will be required to pay a $40 service charge and have a 10-day period to come in and pay. Otherwise, your account will be drafted the membership fee plus a $40 service charge for each draft returned. Initial payment includes the joining fee plus first month’s prorated fee.

Chaperone Program

For $25 you may purchase a chaperone pass to be added to a membership to be used during the Summer Season. Register at the Bradford Branch.

Nationwide Members

Nationwide Members that do not have the Prattville YMCA as their home YMCA will not be allowed to participate in water aerobics or participate in lap swim. Those members will pay the non-member rate for programs and childcare.  

Membership Notice

All members are required to have their pictures taken. This enables all our members to participate in programs and/or use facilities. Additionally, this is a security measure for all family members. Parents, please come with your children. We need proper identification for everyone (I.E. Drivers's License/School ID). You may have your picture taken at any branch. Those people who misrepresent members/non-members will no longer be able to use the facilities.

Membership Cards

To ensure the safety of all our members, all Y members ages 12 and up are required to have their picture taken and issued a membership card. Membership cards are required to enter any Prattville YMCA facility. You can utilize your digital membership card once you have your picture taken by downloading the Y360 app. You may have your picture taken at any branch. Please bring proper identification (Driver’s License, school ID, military ID) when you come to have your picture taken. If your card is lost or stolen, you can receive a FREE replacement at any Member Services Desk.

Member-Get-A-Member

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