At the YMCA, you're not just a member of a gym, you're part of a community that is here for all New Yorkers. The Y's flexible memberships are designed to meet your needs, and can be customized to include your family or household. Join the YMCA and start achieving your goals today.

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Membership Cost

The Ridgewood YMCA's membership gives you access to our Ridgewood branch and 10 passes per calendar year to try other NYC YMCAs. Enjoy all the Y has to offer, including:

• State-of-the-art fitness centers
• Gym and indoor basketball court
• Tons of free weekly group exercise classes
• Free child watch while you workout
• No contracts, no annual fees
• Member discounts and priority registration

Membership Types

Queens-wide Membership
Upgrade to a Queens-wide membership to enjoy everything that the Long Island City YMCA, Flushing YMCA, Jamaica YMCA, Rockaway YMCA and Cross Island YMCAs have to offer.

• Adult: $76/month
• Family 1: $95/month
• Family 2: $137/month
• Student: $61/month
• Senior: $61/month
• Joiner's Fee: $100

City-wide Membership
Upgrade your membership for city-wide access to all 22 YMCA locations across New York City's five boroughs. 

• Adult: $106/month
• Family 1: $125/month
• Family 2: $185/month
• Student: $85/month
• Senior: $85/month
• Joiner's Fee: $125

New! Customize Family & Household Memberships

Families and households continue to change. The YMCA's family memberships are changing too! Customize your membership to include family members even if they don't live in your household, or include household members even if they aren't related. 

Your children under 22 years old are free, and young adults ages 22-26 are only $10 per month. You can even add additional adults at a discounted rate. 

To Join: Give us a call or stop by the membership desk and our team can help customize a membership that works for you. Some restrictions and maximums may apply. Customized family and household memberships are not available online.

Payment Options

We've made it easy for you to pay for your membership by giving you options. Most of our members choose to pay for their membership through a convenient monthly charge to their credit or debit card or via checking or savings account draft. Payments for annual membership are accepted as well.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

Membership at the Y is fully guaranteed. We trust that you will enjoy your experience with the YMCA of Greater New York, and hope that, if you have any questions or concerns about anything having to do with your Y membership, you will let us know and give us the chance to address any concerns you might have.

Code of Conduct

At the YMCA of Greater New York, creating a safe and welcoming environment is a team effort. Please review the Y's Code of Conduct.

Youth, teen, and student memberships are not available online. Stop by our Membership Desk to sign up.