Youth memberships

Youth memberships are designed to teach children and teenagers (aged 12 to 17) all about physical fitness.

We help to set the foundations for 'fitness for life' by teaching young people how to use gym equipment with correct technique. Our qualified health and fitness professionals design a safe, fun and exciting workout for our younger members. 

This membership provides access to YMCA-managed facilities within the City of Boroondara. These include Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre and Boroondara Sports Complex.

There is no joining fee and no lock-in contract for youth memberships.

Facilities and classes

With this membership you'll enjoy access to:

• gyms at all facilities;
• group fitness classes with the exception of METCON, Strength, Boxing, BodyPump and Circuit;
• outdoor pools (Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre, Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Boroondara Sports Complex);
• indoor pools (Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre, Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre);
• warm water pools (Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre, Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre);
• aquatic group fitness classes;
• stadiums (Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre, Boroondara Sports Complex);
• lockers to store your gear securely;
• Personal Success Plan including a full induction process and access to ongoing tailored programming with our qualified trainers.

Personal Success Plan

The Personal Success Plan is designed around you, to help you reach your fitness goals. We’re pleased to be able to offer this complimentary service to all members.

Your Personal Success Plan will kick-start with a 45-minute one-on-one induction with a qualified trainer. Your trainer will listen to your goals and tailor a program to suit your needs and fitness level.

You’ll receive: 

• one-on-one consultation with a qualified trainer to discuss the health and fitness goals you want to achieve;
• complete body composition tracking with our state-of-the-art EVOLT 360 body composition scanner;
• a simple but effective six to 10 exercise program for you to follow to work towards achieving those goals, demonstrating how to safely and effectively complete these exercises on the gym floor. This ensures you are confident and feel supported in achieving your health and wellness goals.

You can book your Personal Success Plan appointments in person at the gym or at reception.

You will also have access to the below appointments as part of your membership within your Personal Success Plan.

• Program check (recommended four to eight weeks after you’ve completed your planning session)
  • Helps to keep you motivated and ensure you are staying on track, refining your goals and personalised exercise program
• Program review (every six to eight weeks)
  • This ongoing check ensures your results do not plateau
  • Review your current position and adjust your exercise program as your goals develop/change, ensuring you continue to stay motivated

Seminars and events

• Free Full Moon Meditation (first Friday of every month at Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre)
• Access to nutrition seminars and YMCA Healthy Living Magazine
• Monthly member events

Other benefits

• 10% off merchandise
• YMCA Victoria 10 Pass Card, giving you reciprocal rights when visiting our other facilities in Victoria
• Unlimited suspensions

Enquire

Submit a membership enquiry today using the form on this page.