Membership Benefits
No other organization provides such comprehensive value for your membership. As a charity and long-term community partner, we are not driven by profit, but by your health and wellness. Your membership includes:
Workout facilities
Unlimited access to modern, state of the art fitness facilities
Group fitness classes
A wide array of engaging group fitness classes for all ages and abilities
Child & youth programs
Child membership includes swim lessons, child minding, and recreation programs
Swimming
Unlimited access to the pool and other aquatic amenities
Specialty health programs
Manage chronic conditions such as COPD, heart disease, diabetes, and more
Health coaching
Meet with a certified health coach for personalized guidance toward your goals
Freedom & flexibility
No joiner fees or locked-in contracts; financial assistance for those in need
Full access
Access to YMCAs in other cities across Canada*
*National and international access
All YMCA-owned facilities in Canada recognize and honour your YMCA membership. Similarly, Canadian YMCA memberships are generally recognized and accepted by international Associations. There are some exceptions, so be sure to check with the YMCA you want to visit to confirm their policy.
Access between local centres
We are able to offer full reciprocity between the Kelowna Family YMCA and the Downtown YMCA. All members of these facilities will be able to access the other facility at any time.
H2O is owned by the City of Kelowna and only operated by the YMCA of Okanagan so, due to our current operating agreement, we cannot offer full reciprocity at this time. But members at the Family Y and Downtown Y receive 25% off the H2O drop-in rate.
Membership Add-ons
Membership Plus (Kelowna Family Y)
For an additional $13 a month, members can access an adult-only changing space and shower area. Daily lockers (bring-your-own-lock) are available. Please ask us if you would like to rent a locker to keep your items in more permanently.
Towel Service (Kelowna Downtown Y)
For $10/month, you can have access to clean shower towels daily.
Swim Club Membership (H2O)
Okanagan Masters Swim Club Membership (Ages 19+)
For an additional $27/month you may be able to join the Okanagan Masters Swim Club.
OMSC offers training sessions tailored to a variety of abilities ranging from recreational to competitive pool, triathlon and open water swimming. The mission of the Masters Swimming is Fun, Friendship and Fitness for life. If you are 19 years of age or older and can swim a minimum of 100 metres you may be able to join the team. Please note this swim club also requires an annual fee.
Cancellations
Everyone’s health journey is different, and sometimes we’re faced with unexpected changes. At the Y, you can cancel your membership at any time, without paying any extra fees. If you cancel mid-way through your payment cycle, your membership will remain active for the remainder of that cycle (refunds will not be provided for payments that have already been made). Cancellations must be done in person or through email (membership@ymcaokanagan.ca).
If you plan to come back later, please ask us about putting your membership on hold.
Current members
Did you know you can update your contact information, check payment schedule and more online?
Financial Assistance
Nothing should stand in the way of pursuing a healthy life. As a charity, we provide assistance for those who are unable to afford the full cost of membership.
Impact Video
We are a local charity determined to build a healthy and thriving community. Whether it’s homework help for vulnerable kids, mindfulness strategies for youth, or heart health programs for seniors, see the range of who and how we are helping individuals at all ages and stages.