Dress Code, Gym Etiquette and Youth Policies

Dress Code

For safety, member comfort and to prevent the spread of various skin diseases we ask that members and guests wear appropriate clothing attire while in the facility...

• Closed-toe athletic shoes are required
• Clothing with offensive language or pictures is prohibited

Gym Etiquette 

• Avoid dropping weights. If you can't control the put-down, decrease your lifting weight.
• Return all equipment to its original location for the convenience of others.
• Wipe off all equipment after each use with provided supplies. 
• Do not spit.
• If the cardio equipment is full, please limit your time to 30 minutes on the machine.
• The use of phones is strictly prohibited in the locker rooms for the safety and privacy of all members and guests. 
• Use headphones when playing music on your electronic device.
• Only water and sports drinks are allowed in non-breakable bottles with caps.
• Report any equipment in need of repair to our YMCA staff.
• The Y is a family-friendly facility- please use respectful language and behavior. 

Youth Policy 

• Youth members under 16 must leave at 7 PM if not with a parent/guardian or using the pool area.
• Youth members must be 15 or older to use the Free Weight Room and must be 12 or older to use the Cardio Room.
• Youth members are expected to follow the rules of the Geary Family YMCA and respect staff and members.
• Children ages 8-15 are permitted to be at the Y for up to 3 hours without adult supervision. After three hours have passed, they must either leave or have their parent/guardian with them.