Facility Policies

Under 14, accompanied by someone 18 years old to use the facility.. Please see each specific room/area for age restrictions.

• 12 and older, Cardio and Cybex areas only after obtaining a YouthFit Certification.
• 12 – 15, need to obtain YouthFit Certification and be accompanied by someone 18 years old to use free-weight area.
• Under 12, accompanied by someone 18 years old and written doctor’s note, Cardio and Cybex areas only.

• Between 10-13, someone must be 18 yrs old & in the building.
• Under 10, accompanied by someone 18 years old or with an organized Y Program.

• Under 12, accompanied by someone 18 years old or with an organized Y program.
• Strollers permitted at any time.
• Please be courteous to others and use caution.
• 12 laps equals one mile.

We hope that all members and persons who use the track extend respect to others. Remember that there are 3 lanes available on the track; a walking lane (the inside lane), a jogging lane (the middle lane) and a passing lane (the outside lane). Please watch and be courteous to people who need to pass.

• 14 years & older accompanied by someone 18 years old in the facility.
• 8-13 years old must be accompanied by someone 18 years old on the pool deck within eye line.
• Under 8 accompanied by someone 18 years old in the pool with them.
• 16 & under may be asked to complete a swim test as identified by the attending guard. Swimmers may be asked to wear a life jacket and/or be within reach of someone 18 years old in the shallow end of the pool.

• No food, gum or drink, except bottled water is allowed in the pool areas.
• Walk slowly on pool deck.
• Do not enter the pool unless a YMCA of Harrison County lifeguard is present.
• Diaper dependent individuals will wear appropriate swim diapers or rubber pants.
• U.S. Coast guard approved Personal Flotation Devices are allowed, and provided on the pool deck.
• Please shower before entering the pool.
• Diving is permitted only in the deep end as indicated on the pool deck.
• Lap swimmers should circle swim and share lanes. Each lane can accommodate six swimmers.
• Kick boards are for lap swimming only.
• Street shoes are only allowed on deck on the outside of deck drain. Aqua shoes are permitted in the pool.
• Swim test to be allowed to swim in deep water; a person must be able to swim from the shallow end of the pool, out to the safety line and back without stopping. The lifeguard has the discretion to test and restrict any individual who may be a safety risk.

Children over age 2 should use the proper gender locker room or the family/special needs locker room. This allows for privacy in the gender specific locker rooms. The family/special needs locker rooms are larger, private locker rooms. Cell phone usage is prohibited in the locker rooms and restrooms.

The use of lockers and locks is encouraged but locks MUST be removed daily. We are not currently offering locker rentals. The YMCA of Harrison County is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items. Locks that remain on lockers overnight will be cut off and contents will be kept for one month before being discarded.

If the Y cancels a class/program before the start date, all fees will be refunded in full. In the event that a class/program is cancelled by the Y after it has begun, the amount refunded will be pro-rated. Participants withdrawing from programs will receive refunds based on the following policies:

If cancellation occurs in writing before the start date of the class/program:

• 100% credit or refund (participant’s choice) for amounts paid minus program deposits, administrative, supply or uniform fees, if applicable.
• For classes/programs with recurring weekly/monthly fees, bank or credit card drafts will be stopped.

Cancellation any day after the start date of the program:

• At the discretion of the Program Director.
• Medical/special circumstance after the start date will be at the branch’s discretion, with a written request. Additional documentation may be required.

Membership Folders

To receive a blue New Membership folder, an enrollee must be a new member or have been inactive for at least one (1) year.

Referral Cards

Referral cards are not to be given to an active/inactive member, guest, volunteer or staff member without approval and documentation via email from a designated director or administrator. Only two (2) cards may be given per year.

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Websites, including information:

• • By which you may be personally identified, such as name, postal address, email address, telephone number, or any other identifier by which you may be contacted online or offline (“personal information”);
  • That is about you but individually does not identify you, such as information about your internet connection, the equipment you use to access the Websites and usage details.

You do not have to provide personal information to use our Website. However, particular services provided through the Website require that you furnish personal information. We collect personal information only when you provide it to us, for example, in registering for camps; pledging support through our annual campaign; registering information about membership or volunteering at the YMCA of Harrison County; purchasing items from our online store; and when taking part in promotional opportunities or registering for general information on programs and services. You may be asked to provide your contact information (such as your name, address, telephone numbers, and/or email address), and demographic information (such as your zip code, location, or age) in connection with your use of such service.

Contact information is used to respond to your inquiries; to notify you in connection with your request for services; register you for programs or services; include you in our communications to members; or contact you with regards to your inquiries from our Website. You also may receive periodic mailings (direct or via email) about our services, updates to our Website, or upcoming events. You may opt out of having your contact information as part of our mailing list at any time. To opt out of any YMCA communications, click the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any YMCA email or send an email to contactus@ymcaharrison.org.

We use IP addresses to calculate website usage levels, to gather broad demographic information, and to monitor the level of activity on our site. Whenever you are on the Internet, a number (an IP address) is automatically assigned to your computer. This number is identified and logged automatically whenever you visit our Website. Collecting IP addresses is standard practice on the Internet, and is done automatically by most websites.

We may also disclose personal information, if we believe that we are required to do so by law, to comply with legal process or governmental requests, to enforce the YMCA Code of Conduct, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the YMCA, its users, or the public.

For the safety and welfare of all participants and as a reflection of our Christian mission, we at the Young Men’s Christian Association of Harrison County, Indiana (“YMCA”) request that all staff, employees, volunteers, members, participants, guests, and program participants follow our YMCA Code of Conduct at each of our facilities, program locations, and sites. This ensures the highest respect and courtesy toward one another, as well as guarantees the proper use, maintenance, and care of YMCA property and equipment. The use of the YMCA is a privilege which can be suspended or revoked at any time for violating this Code of Conduct. While our Code of Conduct prohibits certain actions, this is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of behaviors considered inappropriate in our facilities or when participating in our programs.

• • • Inappropriate behavior of a physical or sexual nature including lewd behavior, any sexual contact, sexually explicit language, and/or unwanted advances within any area of the YMCA is strictly prohibited.
    • Harassment including of a verbal, physical, or sexual nature is unlawful and prohibited. It is a serious act of misconduct and is subject to immediate suspension or termination of privileges.
    • Verbally abusive behavior, intimidation by words, gestures, or body language, profanity, fighting, shouting, arguing, and any type of intimidation or menacing behavior are not acceptable and considered inappropriate behavior at the YMCA.
    • Lack of respect to staff, volunteers, or other members is not acceptable and will result in suspension or termination of membership and program privileges.
    • Use of chewing tobacco, smoking, vaping, or consuming alcoholic beverages on YMCA property or at any YMCA activity or program site is strictly prohibited.
    • Use of illegal drugs or substances is not acceptable and is strictly prohibited.
    • Removal or destruction of YMCA property or the property of others without their prior consent constitutes theft of property and is strictly prohibited.
    • Unauthorized entrance into the facility by way of illegal use of a pass, sneaking in, refusing to present photo ID upon entry, or aiding and abetting unauthorized entry, is prohibited.
    • Loitering and soliciting are not permitted in or outside the YMCA building.
    • The possession, carrying, or concealing of any weapon or any device or object that may be used as a weapon by any person is prohibited in any of our facilities, program locations, and sites. Certified and sworn municipal, state, or federal law enforcement officers who carry proper identification and are on duty are exempt from this policy.
    • The use of cell phones or devices with photo and video capabilities are strictly prohibited in the locker rooms and restrooms. No unauthorized photos or videos of others is allowed anywhere in the facility.
    • The YMCA is a family association and asks that members wear family appropriate attire such as appropriate sports clothing. Clothing with profane or offensive language or pictures is prohibited. The YMCA reserves the right to define inappropriate dress when necessary.
    • Individuals who have been convicted of any crime involving sexual abuse, is or has been a registered sex offender, or is presently under the influence of dangerous drugs, narcotics, or intoxicating beverages are not allowed on YMCA property.

REPORT ANY VIOLATION OF THIS CODE OF CONDUCT TO YOUR YMCA STAFF.

The staff of the YMCA reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of behavior to ensure compatibility with the YMCA mission and Code of Conduct. Reported incidents will be promptly investigated and addressed.

Behavior that is contrary to our mission and core values or in violation of this Code of Conduct may result in either suspension or termination of an individual’s participation, membership, and/or visiting privileges.

To ensure the safety of all members and guests, the YMCA has enacted the following Youth Access facility usage guidelines:

• • • All youth members and guests under age 14 have the opportunity to utilize any area of the YMCA as long as they meet that area’s age guidelines and are accompanied in the building or facilities by a responsible adult that is 18 years of age or older, who has an active membership or pays the daily guest fee.
    • My signature below constitutes that I have had sufficient time to read this entire document and that I agree to uphold the YMCA’s Code of Conduct. I understand that any violation of this Code of Conduct may result in suspension or termination of membership, program participation, and/or visiting privileges to the YMCA and any of YMCA’s facilities and programs.

Please read the following terms and conditions relating to your use of this website carefully. By using this website, you are deemed to have agreed to these terms and conditions of use. We reserve the right to modify them at any time. You should check these terms and conditions periodically for changes. By using this website after we post any changes to these terms and conditions, you agree to accept those changes, whether or not you have reviewed them. If at any time you choose not to accept these terms and conditions of use, please do not use this website.

These terms and conditions apply to your use of this website. These terms and conditions do not apply to your use of unaffiliated websites to which the YMCA of Harrison County website only links.

The contents of the YMCA of Harrison County’s website (the website) are protected by copyright and trademark laws, and are the property of the YMCA of Harrison County. Unless we say otherwise, you may access the materials located within the website only for your personal use. This means you may download copies of posted materials for personal, noncommercial use only, so long as you neither change nor delete any author attribution, trademark, legend or copyright notice. When you download copyrighted material, you do not obtain any ownership rights to that material.

You may not modify, copy, publish, display, transmit, adapt or in any way exploit the content of the website. Only if you obtain prior written consent from us — and from all other entities with an interest in the relevant intellectual property — may you publish, display or commercially exploit any material from the website.

For the convenience of our vendors, we may display catalogs of stock images, descriptions and product specifications. While we try to offer reliable data, we cannot promise that the catalogs will always be accurate and up-to-date. You agree that you will not hold our vendors responsible for inaccuracies in their catalogs. The catalogs may include copyrighted, trademarked or other proprietary materials. You may use the catalogs only for informational purposes. You may not use catalog content in a way that infringes or violates the proprietary rights of another.

These terms and conditions apply only to the website, and not to the websites of any other companies or organizations, including those to which the website may link. We are not responsible for the availability of any other website to which the website links. We do not endorse or take responsibility for the contents, advertising, products or other materials made available through any other website. Under no circumstances will we be held responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any loss or damage that is caused or alleged to have been caused to you in connection with your use of, or reliance on, any content, goods or services available on any other website. You should direct any concerns to that website’s administrator or Webmaster. We reserve the right, however, to rescind any permission granted by us, and to require termination of linking to the website, at our discretion at any time.

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We do not warrant that any functions contained in the website will be uninterrupted or error-free, that defects will be corrected, or that the website or the server that makes them available are free of viruses or other harmful components.

We do not make any representations regarding the use or the results of the use of the services or materials in this website in terms of their correctness, accuracy, reliability, or otherwise. You assume the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair or correction to your system.

Applicable law may not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.

We do not endorse, warrant or guarantee any products or services offered on the website. We are not a party to, and do not monitor, any transaction between users and third-party providers of products or services.

Under no circumstances, including but not limited to negligence, will we be liable for any special or consequential damages that result from the use of, or the inability to use, the materials on the website, or any products of services provided pursuant to the website, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Applicable law may not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability or incidental or consequential damages (including but not limited to lost data), so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. In no event shall the total liability to you by us or any of our licensors or suppliers for all damages, losses, and causes of action (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) exceed the amount paid by you to us, if any, for accessing the website.

The information contained in or made available through the website cannot replace or substitute for the services of trained professionals in any field, including, but not limited to medical or legal matters. In particular, you should regularly consult a doctor in all matters relating to physical or mental health, particularly concerning any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. We make no representations or warranties concerning any treatment, action, or application of medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within or through the website. We will not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, exemplary or other damages that may result, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and security and have explained in detail the steps we take to do so. We urge you to read our Privacy Policy.

You agree to defend, indemnify and hold us harmless, and our officers, directors, employees and agents, from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs or debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney’s fees) arising from: (i) any breach by you of any of these terms and conditions, (ii) your content and materials, (iii) your use of materials or features available on the website (except to the extent a claim is based upon infringement of a third party right by materials created by us) or (iv) a violation by you of applicable law or any agreement or terms with a third party to which you are subject.

We control and operate this website from our offices in the United States of America. We do not represent that materials on the website are appropriate or available for use in other locations. Persons who choose to access this website from other locations do so on their own initiative, and are responsible for compliance with local laws, if and to the extent local laws are applicable.

These terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to any principles of conflicts of law. You agree that any action of law or inequity that arises out of or relates to these terms will be subject to binding arbitration in accordance with the Illinois Arbitration Association and will be arbitrated in Chicago, Ill. If any of these terms and conditions is found unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision will be considered severable from the remaining terms and conditions, and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions. This is the entire agreement between you and us relating to the subject matter it contains. This agreement may be modified only by our posting of changes to these terms and conditions, or by a writing signed by both parties.

Materials may be made available via the website by third parties not within our control. We are under no obligation to, and do not, scan content used in connection with the website for the inclusion of illegal or impermissible content. However, we respect the copyright interests of others. It is our policy not to permit materials known by us to infringe upon another party’s copyright to remain on the website.

If you believe any materials on the website infringe upon a copyright, you should provide us with written notice that at a minimum contains:

I. A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed;

II. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or, if multiple copyrighted works at a single online website are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works at that website;

III. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled, and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material;

IV. Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact the complaining party, such as an address, telephone number, and, if available, an electronic mail address at which the complaining party may be contacted;

V. A statement that the complaining party has a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law; and

VI. A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that the complaining party is authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.

All DMCA notices should be sent to our designated agent as follows:

YMCA of Harrison County
198 Jenkins Ct. NE
Corydon, IN 47112

It is our policy to terminate relationships regarding content with third parties who repeatedly infringe the copyrights of others.