Wellness Orientation
The Y’s philosophy of health and wellness involves the whole person and encourages all people to get active. No one is left behind. Get in shape and stay in shape through one-on-one attention, customized workouts, measurable goals, and most importantly, building relationships.
- The Y provides a fitness coach who will be a resource to you to help you define and achieve your goals. Meet with your personal fitness coach twice for free to talk about goals, commitments and proper use of the equipment.
- We’ll keep you motivated and challenged through our programs, facilities and dedicated staff.
- We’ll help you learn to use the MobileFit system which is FREE with your membership.
- We’ll connect you with other members because building relationships is just as important for total wellness as aerobics, weights, or healthy eating habits.
MobileFit
This on-line, interactive fitness coaching system is free with membership! Built specifically for YMCAs, MobileFit will help keep you motivated and making progress toward a healthier you. MobileFit will create a customized workout to meet your unique needs, and best of all, it will pair you with one of our Fitness Coaches who can help you learn proper exercise technique, proper form, educate you about nutrition and more. Read more HERE.
ChildWatch
Child Watch is safe, clean and a fun place for kids to be while parents are working out or taking other children to Y classes. Child Watch is free for Y Family members and available on a drop-in basis for up to two hours (non-members or individuals can pay a small fee to leave their children in Child Watch while siblings are in classes). Children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old are welcome during Child Watch hours, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Saturday (closed Sunday).
Child Watch is staffed by dedicated staff and volunteers – many of whom are also parents of kids involved in YMCA programs! Volunteers and staff must pass a criminal background check and a thorough orientation/training.
Parents provide snacks, diapers, and wipes for their own children. Child Watch is sensitive to the health issues, so lice checks are performed on every child, and nuts or nut products are not allowed in the facility. For more information or to inquire about volunteering, call 503-399-2799.
Click here for more Child Watch and Youth Activity Information information: Child Watch & YAC Flyer
Free Group Fitness
From aerobics to cycling to yoga, there’s no additional charge to participate in Group Fitness classes.
Youth Program Discounts
Family memberships receive discounted enrollment fees for most of our youth programs, such as swimming lessons, gymnastics, martial arts, and dance.
Free on-site parking
Two free parking lots located on Court St. are available to members, plus parking between the YMCA and the IKE Box is available for members. In addition, metered street parking is available, and the YMCA is located just two blocks from downtown Salem’s Free Parking zone.
Youth Activity Center (YAC)
The YAC is a special place for youth ages seven through 18. Board games, a pool table, ping pong, foosball, books, and more fun keep youth engaged after school or while parents work out. It’s a great place for youth to hang out with friends, meet new people, and enjoy special events. YAC is open to members 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Complimentary Towel Service
Sweat towels and shower towels are available for your convenience. Please remember to bring a towel for pool use from home.
