Joining the Y is more than joining a gym. At the YMCA, you're part of a community that helps each other grow, lead and give back so we can all shine brighter, together.

We offer flexible membership options in Edmonton to fit your health and wellness journey! Get started with our YMCA Essential or YMCA Enhanced membership.

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Membership Options

YMCA Essential

This flexible, lower-cost option includes access to the fitness centre, gymnasium and racquet courts, all with included childminding.

YMCA Enhanced

Our all-inclusive YMCA membership includes full facility access, group fitness classes, swim lessons, childminding and discounts on registered programs as well as early registration access.

Membership Fees

Membership DetailsYMCA EssentialYMCA Enhanced
Adult (25–64 years)
Biweekly$33.75$39.50
Annual Save 10%$789.75 $878$924.25 $1,027
Senior (65+ years)
Biweekly$29$33.75
Annual Save 10%$678.50 $754$789.75 $878
Young Adult (18–24 years)
Biweekly$27$31.50
Annual Save 10%$631.75 $702$737 $819
Child/Youth (2–17 years)
Biweekly$16.75$22.25
Annual Save 10%$392 $436$520.75 $579
Children Under 2 Years OldFree membership for children under two years
Adult Plus (18 years+)

Add an additional $26 (biweekly) or $608.50 $676 (save 10% annually) to your YMCA Essential or YMCA Enhanced membership for Plus access! Access an adult-only change room that includes towel service, hot tub, steam room, social lounge, assigned locker, and convenience items.

Note: Adult Plus members can bring youth under 18 into the Plus locker rooms with them on weekends only.

Additional Upgrades:

  • $4 (biweekly) or $2 (daily) Towel service
  • $7.75 (biweekly) Workout Clothes Laundry service *available to Don Wheaton Family YMCA Plus members

Adult memberships require a $30 new member joining fee. No joining fee for ages 0–17.

GST is not included in rates listed above. There is no GST for Child/Youth membership ages 14 or below.

Photo ID is required for first time access to our facilities for 18yrs+.

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Membership Benefits

Your Y membership gets you to access a variety of in-person and online group fitness, swimming pools, fitness centre (free weights and cardio machines), indoor track, racquet courts, gymnasium and more.

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YMCA Essential

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Swimming Pool and Hot Tub

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Swimming Lessons

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Lane Swim and Family Swim

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Group fitness classes

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Discounted personal training

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Youth leadership programs (discounted registration)

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YThrive Fitness Programming i

YTHRIVE is a 6-month fitness program for YMCA Enhanced members designed to help make exercise accessible, achievable, and enjoyable for those new to the YMCA. This program provides personalized support to help you build lasting fitness habits.

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Member exclusive discounts and priority program registration*

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Fitness centre and indoor track

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Free childminding

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Gymnasium, open gym and drop-in recreational sports (including pickleball & badminton)

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Racquet courts (squash & racquetball)
*not available at Don Wheaton Family YMCA

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Access to 4 locations across Edmonton, 14 across Alberta and over 100 across Canada

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No contracts or cancellation fees

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Ability to put membership on hold

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Members 13yrs+ can sign in 10 guests per year for free

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Child and Youth Programs available for sessional registration at our different locations, including Don Wheaton Family YMCA:  Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Swim Lessons, Craft & Splash (new), Multi-Sport, Floor Hockey, Creative Expressions, Musical Theatre, Junior Lifeguard Club, Swim Instructor Club, Leaders in Training, Hip Hop, Keyano Swim Club, & Judo. Explore All YMCA Programs.

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Financial Assistance

The Y is a charity dedicated to strengthening our community. That means no one is turned away for the inability to pay! Apply online for financial assistance or ask about it at the YMCA Experience desk.

Accessing Financial Assistance

Families or individuals unable to pay the full fee for a YMCA membership, summer day camp (2 camps per year), school break camps (Winter/Spring break), and sessional YMCA Child and Youth programs are encouraged to apply for financial assistance. Total household income must be provided. Applicants are pre-approved if they are a verified recipient of:

  • Income support (IS)
  • Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)
  • Alberta Child Health Benefits (ACHB) - letter with expiry date required
  • Alberta Adult Health Benefits (AAHB) - letter with expiry date required

*Some exceptions may apply.

How it Works

To apply for financial assistance, you’ll need to provide supporting income documentation either online or in person. Once submitted, we’ll review your application and offer a subsidized membership or program rate based on your household income. The amount of support, how it will be used, and how long it will last are all determined during the application process. This is all made possible through generous donations from community members to the YMCA of Northern Alberta.

Learn more about how to apply for financial assistance by viewing our how-to guide.

Learn more about how to donate to your YMCA by viewing Donate to YMCA of Northern Alberta.

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Ready to join? Start your YMCA membership online at ymcanab.ca/signup by creating your online account and starting a new membership, or visit us in person at a YMCA Health, Fitness and Aquatics Centre today!

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