YMCA OF VIRGINIA’S BLUE RIDGE

A MEMBERSHIP THAT MOVES YOU FORWARD

Join a community built around healthy living, youth development, and belonging. Your membership includes six local locations, unlimited group exercise classes, quality child care, modern wellness centers, and nationwide YMCA access.

YMCA members connecting through fitness and community

FIND THE MEMBERSHIP THAT FITS

Choose the option that best matches your household, age, and home branch. Rates vary by location, and every full-facility membership is designed to help you get more from your Y.

Most Popular

Household

$89

/ month

$50 one-time joining fee at Botetourt, Kirk, Salem, and Tanglewood.

For two adults and dependents age 24 and younger living in the same household.

Stay & Play child care included

Access to all six VBR branches

Member pricing on programs

Flexible

Individual

$59

/ month

$35 one-time joining fee at Botetourt, Kirk, Salem, and Tanglewood.

A complete membership for one adult, with senior, teen, and college-student options available.

Hundreds of group exercise classes

Three free Fit Start sessions

Nationwide YMCA access

More Ways to Join

Community Options

$15

/ month

Gainsboro Express starts at $15 per month with a $20 joining fee.

Explore Rockbridge, Gainsboro Express, senior, teen, college-student, referral, and assisted rates.

Rockbridge individual: $50/month

Teen rates from $37/month

Financial assistance available

Rates shown are current examples from the source membership pages. Joining fees and monthly rates vary by branch and membership type.

MORE THAN A GYM MEMBERSHIP

A Y membership connects you to people, programs, and resources that support your health and strengthen the community around you.

Six-Branch Access

Use six local branches across Roanoke, Salem, Rockbridge, and Botetourt, including three locations with pools.

Unlimited Group Exercise

Choose from hundreds of classes designed for a range of interests, schedules, and fitness levels.

Quality Child Care

Stay & Play is included with household memberships and qualifying individual memberships for children ages 6 weeks–10 years.

Free Fit Start

Get goal-based support through three complimentary 30-minute sessions with YMCA wellness staff.

Program Discounts

Receive member rates on swim lessons, youth sports, camps, dance, wellness programs, and more.

Nationwide Membership

Active full-facility members can visit participating Ys across the United States, subject to home-Y usage requirements.

Smart Fitness Equipment

Train with high-quality fitness machines and smart technology in our wellness centers and group exercise spaces.

Certified Staff

Learn from skilled YMCA instructors and personal trainers with specialized training and fitness certifications.

My Y Account

Access your personal YMCA account through a convenient, user-friendly online portal.

COMPARE MEMBERSHIP RATES BY LOCATION

Monthly bank-draft examples are grouped by home branch. Select the full rates page for every membership type, fee, and add-on.

Four Full-Service Branches

Botetourt, Kirk, Salem & Tanglewood

Household

$89

Individual

$59

Senior 70+

$55

Teen

$37

College Student

$42

Rockbridge Area YMCA

Lexington-area rates

Household

$73

Individual

$50

Senior 65+

$45

Youth

$39

College Student

$42

YMCA Express at Gainsboro

Express and association access

Express Individual

$15

Express PLUS

$34

Household PLUS

$51

Association Individual

$59

Association Household

$89

Add-ons include 24-hour access at Botetourt, Rockbridge, and Salem for $5 per month per member, and unlimited Hot Yoga Studio access at Tanglewood for $30 per month per member.

READY TO FIND YOUR Y?

Join online today or explore the six YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge locations to find the branch that feels like home.

YMCA MEMBERSHIP FAQ

Answers to the questions people most often ask before joining the YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

How much does a YMCA membership cost in Virginia’s Blue Ridge?

What is included with a YMCA membership?

Can I use every YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge location?

Can I use my membership at YMCA locations outside Virginia’s Blue Ridge?

Does the YMCA require an annual contract, and how do I cancel?

Is child care included while I work out?

Does the YMCA offer discounts or financial assistance?

What membership types are available, and can I join online?

Can I sign up online for alternate membership options such as corporate membership or financial assistance?

How does billing work when I join online?

I completed the membership join process online. What should I do next?

Can I schedule a tour of the YMCA before joining?

What is the best way to make changes to my YMCA account?

How do I upgrade or downgrade my YMCA membership?

How do I know whether I joined successfully?

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YMCA OF VIRGINIA’S BLUE RIDGE

Strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

© 2026 YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge. All rights reserved.

Find Your Y

Explore YMCA locations across Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

Join the Y

Find the membership that fits your goals and your family.

Give Today

Help create lasting impact in our community.

STAY CONNECTED

Get YMCA newsletters delivered to your inbox.

YMCA OF VIRGINIA’S BLUE RIDGE

Strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

© 2026 YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge. All rights reserved.

Find Your Y

Explore YMCA locations across Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

Join the Y

Find the membership that fits your goals and your family.

Give Today

Help create lasting impact in our community.

STAY CONNECTED

Get YMCA newsletters delivered to your inbox.

YMCA OF VIRGINIA’S BLUE RIDGE

Strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

© 2026 YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge. All rights reserved.