membership /registration FAQs
When you become a member of the Greater Providence YMCA, you’re not just signing up for a gym—you’re joining a community dedicated to your health, happiness, and success! Enjoy all these amazing benefits:
No Contracts – Join without the hassle of long-term commitments
Unlimited Access to Hundreds of Group Exercise Classes – Find the perfect class for every fitness level
Personal Training at a Reduced Rate – Get expert guidance to reach your goals, at an affordable price
Highly Qualified, Friendly Staff – Our team is here to support you every step of the way
Reduced Member Rates on All Programs – Save on everything from fitness classes to specialty programs
A Place to Belong – Become part of a welcoming, supportive community of Y members
Join the Y today and experience all the ways we help you live your best life!
At the Greater Providence YMCA, we make it easier than ever for families to stay active, connected, and have fun together! Here’s how we support your family’s needs:
Free Kids Care – Enjoy worry-free workouts with free babysitting while you exercise
Family Nights – Special events and activities for the whole family to enjoy together
Family Swim – Make a splash with family-friendly swim times
Kids Night Out – Parents, take a night off while we keep the kids entertained!
Discounted Summer Camps & Before/After School Care – Save on fun and enriching activities for your kids
Holiday Events – Celebrate the season with family-friendly festivities
The Greater Providence YMCA proudly supports active-duty military members, veterans, and their families with discounted memberships and access to our programs. Whether you’re focusing on fitness, connection, or relaxation, the Y offers a welcoming community to support your wellness goals.
Click below to learn more and join our Y family!
We work with a variety of insurance companies and related programs that offer reimbursements, discounts, and membership options to help make the Y accessible to everyone. Each program has its own eligibility requirements.
Want to learn more? Check with your insurance provider or contact your local branch to see if you qualify.
Our Corporate Partnership Program helps companies support employee health and wellness while offering savings on GPYMCA memberships. Participating employees receive a waived joining fee and a discount on membership rates. Corporate partners may also access trial passes for staff and their families, on‑site wellness seminars, participation in corporate wellness events, and additional employee engagement opportunities.
Each company designates a primary contact to work with the GPYMCA, and employees show proof of employment to qualify. To learn more about setting up a corporate partnership for your organization, contact erogel@gpymca.org
We welcome guests so members can share their Y experience and prospective members can explore what we offer. All guests must complete a waiver, show photo ID, and meet safety requirements.
- Limit: One guest pass per person per calendar year for full‑facility access (valid for one day).
- Ages 18+: Must show photo ID, complete a waiver, and pass a sex offender registry check.
- Under 18: Must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian; under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
- Fees: $10 (under 17), $15 (18+), $25 (family). Guests with an active member receive one complimentary guest pass per year.
Some restrictions apply, including limited access for one‑day class passes and no Kids Care access for guest pass users. The Y may adjust guest access or hours at any time for safety.
NEED HELP WITH MEMBERSHIP COSTS?
We understand that life can be challenging, and we want to help make the Y accessible to all. Our financial assistance program is confidential and designed to support you. Don’t hesitate to apply—let us help you get started today!
Y FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, our mission is to ensure that services at the YMCA are available to all, regardless of ability to pay. Financial Assistance is provided through donations to the YMCA’s Financial Assistance Campaign. All information related to financial assistance is kept confidential.