Welcome to the Y

UNIQUELY BUILT TO SERVE EVERY STAGE OF LIFE

Start with your health. Stay for everything else.

UNIQUELY BUILT TO SERVE EVERY STAGE OF LIFE

Start with your health. Stay for everything else.

From group fitness and strength training to childcare, youth programs, mental health support and active aging, the Greater Austin YMCA helps people across our community stay active, connected and strong at every age.

From group fitness and strength training to childcare, youth programs, mental health support and active aging, the Greater Austin YMCA helps people across our community stay active, connected and strong at every age.

YOU BELONG HERE.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready for your next step, there’s a place for you here. No pressure. Just progress.

YOU BELONG HERE.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready for your next step, there’s a place for you here. No pressure. Just progress.

YOUR FIRST 30 DAYS AT THE Y

Start strong. Stay consistent. See results.
  • Day 1: Get started! Visit your center to take your member photo, member ID, download the app and learn how to navigate the Y.
  • Week 1: Try your first group class or workout.
  • Week 2: Build your routine with support from our team.
  • Week 3+: Start feeling stronger, more energized, and more consistent.

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Your Greater Austin YMCA membership comes with more than just access to a gym. It’s a full experience designed to support your health, wellness and family life. From fitness and swim to community programs and member perks, here’s everything included in your membership:

  • No long term contracts to worry about
  • 40+ high energy group fitness classes each week including Les Mills Body Attack, Body Balance, Body Combat, Body Pump and more
  • 8+ weekly yoga and mind body classes
  • 🏋️ Strength and cardio equipment access
  • 30+ hours of weekly open gym time
  • Body composition scans
  • 20% off Greater Austin YMCA counseling for individuals, couples, families and children

Household Membership perks:

  • Free childcare while you work out for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years (up to 2 hours)
  • 50% off swim lessons and youth and family programs
  • 40% off youth sports programs

Not sure where to start? With so many options, it can feel a little overwhelming to choose the right program.

At the Greater Austin YMCA, we offer programs that help individuals and families stay active, healthy and connected. Our wellness programs support physical fitness, mental well-being and community engagement through activities like yoga, HIIT, personal training, swimming lessons, youth sports and childcare.

Whether you’re focused on improving your health, spending quality time with family or building community connections, the YMCA has inclusive programs to help you live a balanced, healthy life.

Ready to find the program that feels right for you? Explore programs here!

Enjoy more than a gym membership with access to spaces, amenities, and experiences designed to help you move, recharge and have fun every day at the Greater Austin YMCA.

Our amenities include:

  • Everyday access to all 8 Greater Austin YMCA locations
  • Nationwide access to 2,500+ YMCAs across the country
  • Open gym for basketball and pickleball
  • Lockers, changing areas and showers
  • 4 Dry Saunas, 2 Steam Saunas
  • 13 Y Pools, including 8 lap swim pools (with 3 outdoor heated lap pools) and 4 family interactive pools

New to the Y or wondering if cost might be a barrier? We believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate, grow and belong at the Greater Austin YMCA.

Our programs and activities are designed for people of all backgrounds, and fees help cover the cost of providing each program. When financial assistance funds are available, the YMCA can help individuals and families who want to participate but may not be able to afford the full fee.

If cost has been holding you back, we’re here to help you take the next step.

Financial assistance is available to help ensure wellness for all.

GETTING STARTED IN FITNESS

To help every member feel confident and supported, we have age-based fitness guidelines for youth and teens.

When you set up your membership, please stop by any Greater Austin YMCA location so we can help set up your account and take a photo for everyone included on the membership. Photos are required for check-in.

Each time you visit, simply scan your membership card at the front desk. Children under 12 must check in with a parent or guardian. Children and teens should also wear their orange or black wristbands to show they have completed the appropriate fitness orientation.

To help every member feel confident and supported, we have age-based fitness guidelines for youth and teens. Orientations are required for anyone under 16 to access the fitness floor. 

Get introduced to cardio equipment designed for kids and families in a fun, supportive setting. You’ll learn how to use machines safely, understand built-in safety features and practice fitness floor etiquette so everyone can enjoy a positive and comfortable shared experience. Family orientation sessions are 30 minutes.

Children ages 8 to 11 who have completed the Family Fitness Orientation will receive an orange wristband, which is required to access the fitness floor. A parent or guardian must remain within arm’s reach at all times, and youth under age 12 may use cardio equipment only. Strength machines are not permitted.

Join us for a fun and supportive introduction to our cardio and strength equipment designed just for teens. We’ll cover safe machine use, fitness floor etiquette and a simple starter workout to help build confidence and make every Y visit a success. Fitness orientation sessions are 30 minutes.

A black wristband indicating the completion of the Teen Fitness Orientation is required for anyone aged 12-15 to be on the fitness floor.

Get started with a welcoming guided introduction to our cardio and strength equipment for older teens and adults. We’ll cover safe and proper machine use, fitness floor etiquette and a simple starter workout so you feel confident, comfortable and ready to make the most of every Y visit. Fitness orientation sessions are 60 minutes.

No wristband is required for anyone aged 16+ to be on the fitness floor, but this orientation is recommended.

A FITNESS EXPERIENCE THAT FITS YOUR LIFE

🏋️ 40+ group classes each week
💪 Strength and cardio spaces for every level
🏊 Lap swim, pickleball, and more
🌱 Support to help you build a routine that sticks

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New to the Y or looking to get more out of your membership? Group fitness is a fun and motivating way to stay active, build consistency and connect with others along the way.

YMCA members enjoy unlimited access to 40+ high energy classes every week, including Les Mills favorites like Body Attack, Body Balance, Body Combat and BodyPump. Whether you like to move, lift or flow, there’s something for every style and every fitness level.

  • High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
  • Water Aerobics
  • Cycling
  • Strength
  • Cardio
  • Dance

Working out in a group can help you stay encouraged and on track while making your fitness journey more enjoyable.

➡️ Find Group Fitness schedules here!

Kids Play gives parents up to two hours of childcare while you work out, all included with membership.

  • Your kids are safe, engaged, and having fun.
  • You get time to focus on your health.

• Kids Play is one of the many ways your Greater Austin YMCA membership supports your whole household.

• Safe, supervised drop-in childcare exclusively for household members, so you can focus on your workout while your child enjoys a fun, structured space for play, learning and connection.

• Available for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, with hours varying by location.

• Secure check-in and check-out procedures take place every visit for added peace of mind.

• ID or authorization is required for pick-up, and only approved adults may pick up your child. Upon pick-up, the parent or guardian verifies their first and last name along with the child(ren) they are picking up.

• Our Kids Play team includes background-checked, trained childcare staff, with dedicated team members in the space at all times.

• 👀 Staff follow supervision ratios and children remain in designated, monitored areas throughout their visit.

• Want to see what’s available at your Y? Find Kids Play details for your nearest Greater Austin YMCA location here.

➡️ Learn more about Kids Play here!

Make a splash at the Y! With 13 pools across 8 locations, there are plenty of ways for individuals and families to swim, play and stay active year-round. Enjoy our indoor and outdoor lap pools for fitness and training or dive into our interactive family pools designed for fun and connection.

We offer:

  • 3 year-round heated outdoor lap pools:
    • Southwest
    • East Communities
    • Springs
  • 6 year-round indoor lap pools:
    • Northwest
    • North,
    • Townlake,
    • Hays Communities,
    • Springs,
    • Camp Moody
  • 5 seasonal outdoor family pools:
    • Northwest
    • East Communities
    • Hays Communities
    • Springs
    • Southwest
  • Indoor family swim:
    • Southwest

Looking to build confidence in the water or try a new workout? We also offer swim lessons for all ages and Aqua Fit classes to help you and your family stay healthy, active and safe in and around the water.

  • 🏀 Basketball
  • 🏓 Pickleball

Our Progress Pack™ includes:

  • 3 Body Composition Scans – 3 body composition scans with a one-on-one consultation with a fitness team member: 
    • Establish and measure progress for the following: biological age, body mass, weight and water 
    • Create ideal macronutrient (macros) goals based on scan results and personal fitness goals 

    1-Hour Personal Training Consultation – A 1-hour one-on-one session with one of our personal trainers 

    • Get to know you, capture health information and prepare to personalize your path to progress 
    • Analyze your current fitness strengths and areas for improvement  
    • Set realistic goals to support your journey 

    1-Hour Fitness Orientation – A 1-hour one-on-one session with one of our fitness team members 

    • Learn how to utilize the equipment safely and effectively 
    • Understand best practices for your fitness level 
    • Receive a breakdown of the group fitness classes that align with your fitness goals

GETTING STARTED WITH PERSONAL TRAINING

Our certified personal trainers are here to support your health journey with expert guidance, personalized goals and encouragement every step of the way.

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New to the Y or looking for a little extra guidance? A personal training consultation is a great way to get started with confidence and clarity.

In this one hour one-on-one session, one of our certified personal trainers will get to know you, learn about your health history and help set you up for success at the Y. Together, you’ll look at your current fitness strengths, identify areas for growth and set realistic goals that fit your lifestyle.

It’s a simple first step to help you feel supported and ready on your fitness journey.

There are two ways to schedule personal training:

A COMMUNITY YOU CAN COUNT ON

A Place Where You Belong

Work out on your schedule, try something new or build a routine that sticks. Whether you’re here to lift, move, reset or reconnect, the Y is a place where you belong.

And when life expands, we’re ready for that too, with programs that support your family, your goals and your well-being at every stage.

Serving Greater Austin for nearly 75 years
  • Serving 145,000+ people each year across Travis and Hays counties.
  • Welcoming, supportive environment for all experience levels.
  • A local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, providing financial assistance to remove barriers for individuals, couples and families.

Uniquely Designed for Every Phase of Life.

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Families

Reliable childcare, programs your kids love, and time back for you.

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Teen & Young Adults

Build confidence, find community, and create healthy habits that last.

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Adults

Stay active, manage stress, and make time for your health.

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Older Adults

Stay strong, connected, and independent.

A COMMUNITY YOU CAN COUNT ON

A Place Where You Belong

Work out on your schedule, try something new or build a routine that sticks. Whether you’re here to lift, move, reset or reconnect, the Y is a place where you belong.

And when life expands, we’re ready for that too, with programs that support your family, your goals and your well-being at every stage.

Serving Greater Austin for nearly 75 years

🌎 Serving 145,000+ people each year across Travis and Hays counties
💙Welcoming, supportive environment for all experience levels
🤝 A local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, providing financial assistance to remove barriers for individuals, couples and families.

Uniquely Designed for Every Phase of Life.

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Older Adults

Stay strong, connected, and independent.

Adults

Stay active, manage stress, and make time for your health.

Teen & Young Adults

Build confidence, find community, and create healthy habits that last.

Families

Reliable childcare, programs your kids love, and time back for you.

KEEPING YOUR KIDS SAFE

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Every staff member is carefully screened before working with your child.
Ongoing training ensures our team can recognize, prevent and respond to safety concerns.
Because when your child is with us, safety isn’t a policy—it’s a promise.

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  • Multiple background checks at hiring.
  • Mandatory annual trainings about Sexual Predators and Reporting.
  • Childcare staff at licensed locations (inspected by the Department of Family Protective Services) must undergo CPR and First Aid certifications (and Basic Water Rescue for Camps).

  • All of our pools and splash pads have stationed lifeguards
  • Children must pass a swim test or wear a provided US Coast Guard approved life jacket to swim in deeper sections of the pool

AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTER ACCESS

Age requirements to support your family’s safety.

To help every member feel confident and supported, we have age-based fitness guidelines for youth and teens.

Learn more about fitness orientations, equipment access and wristband requirements

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Red Swim Band:

  • Must have supervision.
  • Must remain in zero-depth entry area.
  • Water in the designated shallow area must fall at or below the swimmer’s armpits and they must pass a walking test. They will be able to swim in this area without a parent at arm’s reach so long as they wear an approved PFD (Personal
    Flotation Device).

Yellow Swim Band:

  • Can swim in shallow water only.
  • A swimmer must be able to swim comfortably at least one length of the pool without a parent or floatation device.
  • Swimmer may swim, without a parent at arm’s reach, in water up to 5ft.

Green Swim Band

  • Can swim anywhere in the pool.
  • A swimmer must have comfortably passed the full swim test. A green band allows a swimmer to swim anywhere in the pool.
  • Swimmers without a green band must have a parent within arm’s reach and wear a PFD (Personal
    Flotation Device) to be in water deeper than 5 ft. under any circumstances.

No Swim Band

Swimmers 5 and older who do not pass the swim or walking test are required to be within arm’s length of a parent. Any swimmer under the age of 5 automatically falls in this category and is required to have a parent or guardian (18+) present in the pool and withing arm’s reach. U.S. Coast Guard Approved PFD (Personal Flotation Device) strongly recommended.

Ages 8-11 = Orange wristband after orientation, cardio equipment only (parent/guardian must be present).
Ages 12-15 = Black wristband after orientation, full access.
16+ = No wristband requirement.

To learn more about our required fitness floor orientations for ages 15 and under, please see the “Getting Started in Fitness” section.

Guests 15 & Under: Must have legal guardian present at all times

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Fitness & Wellness

Group classes, strength training and space to focus on you.

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Swim & Water Safety

Lap swim, lessons, and confidence in the water.

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Youth Sports Programs

Skill-building, teamwork and fun.

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Afterschool Care

Safe, engaging care right at your child’s school.

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School Break Camps

Active, screen-free days kids look forward to!

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Mental Health Counseling

Support for individuals, couples, and families.

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GREATER AUSTIN Y LOCATIONS

We boast 8 Greater Austin area locations across Travis and Hays Counties!