At the Y, you join more than a gym.
You join a community deeply committed to helping build healthy children, adults and families. As a member, you become part of an organization that nurtures potential, promotes healthy living, and fosters social responsibility.
Benefits of being a Y member:
- No join fee or locked-in contracts.
- Programs for children, youth and adults at convenient times.
- A free fitness consultation to get you started.
- Expert staff to help you achieve your fitness goals.
- All group fitness classes included!
- Two free Y programs included per session (e.g. basketball, children’s dance, one swim lesson)*.
- Reduced rates for personal training, children’s camps, and certification programs.
- Child minding services for 1 child included.
- Put your membership on hold for 1-4 months per year (small fee applies).
- Access to Y fitness centres in our region and across Canada.
*Some programs are excluded, e.g. Certification Courses and only one concurrent Swim Lesson is permitted each session.
Give us a try at no cost!
If you're new to the Y, let us welcome you with a free 3-visit pass and experience everything your Y has in store! Visit any Membership Sales and Service desk to learn more.
Membership fees can be paid monthly via a pre-authorized credit card, or by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT), or you can pay for 12 months up front and save 15%!
| Child (0Y-12Y) | $19.65 biweekly |
| Youth (13Y-17Y), Student (Full-time)* | $26.25 biweekly |
| Adult (18Y-59Y) | $34.74 biweekly |
| Adult/Senior Couple (18Y+) | $52.49 biweekly |
| Household** (4 members living at the same residence) | $58.99 biweekly |
| Senior (60Y+) | $29.48 biweekly |
All rates are subject to HST, where applicable. *Valid Student ID required. **Must include one adult (18Y+).
Financial assistance is available to individuals and families who are unable to pay the full fee for a Y membership.
When joining or visiting the Y, you assume our Member Terms and Conditions (PDF), and agree to adhere to our Facility Access Guidelines.
Customize your Y membership and add on any of the services below to create a membership that works best for you!
| One personal locker (where available) | $9.73 biweekly |
| Child minding (one additional child) | $12.98 biweekly |
| First additional family member | $12.98 biweekly |
| Subsequent additional family members | $6.48 biweekly |
| PLUS access (18Y+) (Taggart Family Y only, includes small locker) | From $21.63 biweekly |
All rates are subject to HST, where applicable.
| Adult (18Y+) | $16.54 |
| Senior (60Y+) | $9.38 |
| Student (Full-time)* | $9.38 |
| Household** (2 parents/guardians and children under 13Y) | $22.05 |
| Child 0Y-10Y | 0Y-11Y in pool area Must be accompanied by a paying adult 11Y-12Y | 12Y in pool area May access without an adult | $7.72 |
| Member guest pass*** | $8.82 |
HST is included in day pass rates. Some conditions apply. Photo ID is mandatory for all non-members. *Valid student ID required. **Must include one adult (18+). ***Member must accompany guest for duration of visit.
Financial Assistance Program
We believe that finances shouldn't limit your ability to participate in Y programs. The Y's financial assistance program is designed to provide affordable access to health, fitness, child care, camp, and recreational activities for those unable to pay full fees.
Need more information?
Our Membership Service Centre staff can assist you with any questions you have about Y memberships, arrange a tour, and welcome you as a member! Please contact us at 613-788-5000 or 613-446-7679 or via memberships@ymcaottawa.ca.