Strengthening Community
Helping people is what we’re all about at the Y, and has been from the start. We strengthen the foundations of community by nurturing the potential in every child, by promoting healthy living, and by giving back to our community. The Capital District YMCA is a charitable, non-profit organization.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday: 5:30am - 9pm
Friday: 5:30am - 7pm
Saturday & Sunday: 7am - 1pm
Holiday Schedule
We’re closed on the following holidays: Easter, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, and Christmas Day.
Please watch for announcements regarding our schedule for these holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.
Children Welcome
Youth ages 12 and under must be directly supervised by an adult guardian in the facility unless participating in a staff supervised area or staff-led activity.
Additional rules apply:
- Wellness Areas: Children 11 and under are prohibited. Children ages 12-13 must be accompanied by an adult and complete a wellness orientation. Ages 14+ are allowed on their own and are encouraged to take a
wellness orientation.
- Open Gymnasiums: Children must be ages 12+ to enjoy open gym time unsupervised.
- Tracks: Children ages 11 and under must be supervised. Ages 12+ may use the track unsupervised.
- Pools: Youth ages 12 and under must always have an adult IN THE POOL AREA. Youth requiring a flotation
device must always have an adult IN THE POOL with them.
30-Day Guarantee
Your complete satisfaction is our goal at the Capital District YMCA. Toward that end, we’re pleased to offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee when you join. If you’re unhappy with your membership, please let us know and we’ll gladly refund your money, including the joiner’s fee.
Seniors Enjoy Special Savings
Enjoy FREE membership to the Capital District YMCA with SilverSneakers. Whether you’re looking for a fun place to catch up with your friends while taking a yoga class, the Y is a great place to become more active! Please visit our front desk today for details.
We Offer Financial Assistance
At the Capital District YMCA, we welcome individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds and never turn you away because you cannot afford our membership, programs, or services. To help those with financial need, we have an Annual Campaign scholarship program which is funded by caring members of our community. For more information, please ask at the front desk, or call 518.869.3500 and select the option for Membership Services.
Joiner Fees
The joiner’s fee is $50, and $25 for youth (14-18 years old) memberships.
Membership Options & Rates
These are our monthly rates for membership. Membership rates include only the GroupEx studio and wellness center. Metabolic conditioning classes in the performance studio are extra.
- Youth (14-18) $26
- Young Adult (19 — 29) $45
- Adult (30 and older) $57
- Senior Adult (65 and older) $50
- One Adult Household $75
- Household $90
- Unlimited* $159
*Albany YMCA, association branches, and unlimited Metabollic Conditioning classes in the performance studio
Performance Studio Class Add On (does not include wellness floor, group ex studio, or association branch access)
- Drop in $20 member/$25 non-member
- 4 classes per month pass $59 member/$69 non-member
- 8 classes per month pass $109 member/$129 non-member
Once a year, prices are reviewed and may change.
Membership Benefits, Privileges, and Facility Features
As a member of the Capital District YMCA, you enjoy many opportunities to live a healthier, happier life. Our wellness center offers treadmills, bikes, rower, free weights and a variety of weight machines. We also offer:
- Touch screen fitness mirrors with 40+ Daily Live Classes, 1,000+ On-Demand Workouts, 23M+ Song and Artist Options, 30+ World-Class Instructors
- State of the art pneumatic strength equipment
- Aerobic classes such as Zumba, Pilates, Cardio Conditioning, Yoga, and more
Community Rate Option
The Capital District YMCA is a non-profit service-focused organization committed to the health and well-being of our members.
At the Y, in addition to our full-facility membership option, we offer most of our programs to our community members. You simply pay the non-member rate for each program you take, except for group training classes, which are a benefit of being a full-facility member.
Convenient Methods of Payment
Automatic Withdrawal / Safe and Convenient
This is a cashless facility. Monthly payments are withdrawn from your checking or savings account or your debit/credit card will be charged. The joiner fee and pro-rated cost for your first month of membership are due when you join. You can cancel at any time by visiting “My Account” at cdymca.org, calling (518.869.3500 x9961), emailing the membership billing department (billing@cdymca.org), or visiting us in person at any CDYMCA location.
Guests Are Welcome
Each YMCA membership includes unlimited guest passes.
Each guest can visit up to two times for free per calendar
year. After two free visits, guests are encouraged to jointhe Y.
Members may bring up to 2 guests at a time.
Albany guests who’ve used their two free passes (and drop-in visitors) have these Day Pass options:
- Adult $15
- Family $35 (2 Adults w/Children)
In case of an emergency and for the security of our members, all guests ages 18 and older need to provide a valid photo ID when visiting. Guests complete a guest waiver the first time they visit. Guests under the age of 18 must have their parent / guardian complete and sign the guest waiver form prior to entering the YMCA. Guests under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult while in the facility.
Membership Holds
We offer a hold which covers up to 4 months. Please submit your request in writing 10 days before your leave of absence. Your membership is automatically re-activated once your hold expires.
Paid Program Refund Policy
Refunds and credits are offered when approved by the branch location’s Executive Director. Please provide your request in writing. Refunds and credits are no longer issued once you attend two or more classes in a program unless you have a medical reason. Please provide a note from your doctor. Credits are good for one year and valid at any branch. If we cancel a program, we will provide a refund.
Cell Phone/Camera Policy
Visual recording devices are not allowed without the express consent of each branch Executive Director. Anyone taking pictures of another person without that person’s permission and knowledge will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and membership may be terminated. Cell phones are permitted in the lobby and for listening to media content (with headphones) during personal workouts.
Your Membership Travels with You
The YMCA’s National Reciprocity Program welcomes you to thousands of YMCAs across the country. In addition, Capital District YMCA members are welcome to use all of our association’s branches. Please join at the branch you will use most often. Not valid with SilverSneaker memberships
Volunteer Opportunities
Please consider volunteering with the Y. Though not paid in dollars and cents, you’ll be richly compensated with the satisfaction of helping others. Visit our volunteer portal today to become a volunteer.
Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of inclement weather, we put the safety of our members and our staff first. Prior to coming to the Y, please refer to the following platforms for inclement weather announcements:
- Capital District YMCA Website
- Capital District YMCA Daxko Mobile App
- TV Channels: 6, 10, and 13
- Radio Stations: WGY 810AM, WRVE 99.5FM, and WFLY 92.3FM
Y360 On-Demand Programs
YMCA360 is our 24/7 access to 500+ on-demand virtual classes, including Les Mills programming. Y360 is free for our full-facility members. Learn more at cdymca.org!