COLUMBUS FAMILY YMCA Contact Info
www.columbusy.org
Phone: 402-564-9477
Fax: 402-564-2300
3912 38th Street
Columbus, NE 68601
YMCA Board of Directors
Brent Ogle, CVO
Adam Urkoski, Asst. CVO
Brian Christensen, Treasurer
Craig Bradshaw, Eric Hall, Jon Heibel, Joy Escen, Krynn Larsen, Dr. Aaron Plas
Staff
Corey Briggs
CEO
Ryan Beringer
Director of Operations
Hannah Foust
Membership Director
Jennifer Brownlow
Wellness Director
Cari Franzen
Health Coach
Kylee Bean
Sports Director
Stephanie Dicke
Aquatics Director
Our Promise
Strengthening the Foundations of Community. Every day we work side-by-side with our neighbors in Columbus to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Our Promise
Strengthening the Foundations of Community. Every day we work side-by-side with our neighbors in Columbus to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Welcome & Facility Hours
WELCOME TO THE COLUMBUS FAMILY YMCA
Financial assistance is available for all programs and membership. It’s hard to say which will get stronger. Your body? Your family? Or your community? We are not a gym, though your body will grow strong. We are not a childcare center, though we have cared for thousands of Columbus’ children over the years. We are not a social center, though countless friendships have been sparked here.
EVERYONE NEEDS A PLACE TO BELONG
The YMCA is that place, for Columbus, and whether through your membership or one of the programs in this guide, for you as well. Welcome to the Columbus Family YMCA. We’re glad you’re here! To learn more about the YMCA’s mission, values, and role in the community, please visit www.columbusy.org.
YMCA HOURS at the COLUMBUS WELLNESS CENTER
The Y is Members only after 9 PM. We will not take transactions or registrations after 9 PM.
Monday–Friday
5 AM–10 PM
Saturday
6 AM–7 PM
Sunday
12 PM–7 PM
Christmas
Closing Early: Christmas Eve–Friday, December 24 | 5 AM–2 PM
Closed: Christmas Day–Saturday, December 25
Open: Sunday, December 26 | 12 PM–7 PM
New Year’s
Closing Early: New Year’s Eve–Friday, December 31 | 5 AM–2 PM
Open: New Year’s Day–Saturday, January 1 | 12 PM–7 PM
Easter
Closed: Easter Sunday–Sunday, April 17
Membership
| 2022 Membership Rates | Monthly | Joiners Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Family | $67.50 | $45 |
| Single Parent Family | $56.25 | $45 |
| Married Couple | $62 | $45 |
| Adult | $50 | $45 |
| Senior Married Couple | $56.25 | $45 |
| Senior Citizen | $38.50 | $45 |
| Youth Adult (18–26 years old) | $38.50 | No Fee |
| Youth | $18.75 | No Fee |
- Youth are high school and below.
- Young Adult Members are 18 and out of high school–26 years old.
- Adult Members are 27 years–64 years old.
- Single Parent Family Membership is structured for families with one parent living in the household.
- Family Membership includes married parents and all dependent kids through full time college students.
- Senior Citizen Membership must be 65 years old or older.
- Senior Citizen Married Couples must have both spouses 65 years old or older.
Under the monthly bank draft plan, payments are withdrawn from members’ bank accounts on the 10th of each month. Bank drafts must be canceled in writing by the 8th of each month to stop the payment withdrawal. Bank draft memberships renew automatically without cancellation.
BENEFITS For Members
Added value: free enrollment into Nationwide Membership, FREE group exercise classes, free Child Watch, free equipment orientations, free after school program, youth gym/activity center, all ages swim lessons, access to two full sized gymnasiums, access to a 6-lane swimming pool (25 yards), therapeutic warm water pool (adults only), jacuzzi (adults only), saunas (adults only), steam rooms (adults only), private family changing rooms, men’s, women’s and youth locker rooms, new cardio and weight equipment, reduced rates on programing, the knowledge of knowing the facility is NEVER left unattended. Y staff is always present and available for our members.
DAY FEES
Day Fees are able to be purchased at the Member Services Desk on a daily basis and are good for the day purchased. The YMCA reserves the right to refuse to sell day fees.
Youth | $5
(High school and younger)
Adults | $10
Senior Citizen | $7
(65 and older)
Family | $25
(Married parents & kids)
YMCA Open Doors Program
The YMCA Board of Directors is determined to help children, adults and families who cannot afford to join the YMCA or participate in our various programs. The Columbus Family YMCA is a United Way Agency and receives funding to provide financial assistance to those who qualify. Application forms are available at the Member Services desk at the YMCA. Financial Assistance is awarded according to need and is based upon a sliding scale according to annual income levels.
Strong Kids Program
Please consider a year-end gift to the 2021 Strong Kids Campaign. Your gift helps us make a difference in the lives of those who cannot afford the Y due to financial struggles, family situations, and more. Youth and family programs are the focus of Strong Kids funding.
All gifts are tax-deductible. Please help us attain our goal of $60,000. THANK YOU!
Aquatics
Winter Pool Hours
Subject to Change
Monday–Thursday
5:15 AM–9 PM
Friday
5:15 AM–7 PM
Saturday
7:15 AM–5 PM
Sunday
12:15 AM–5 PM
Lap Pool
Closed Monday–Friday | 12 PM–2 PM
Family Open Swim
Thursday
6:30 PM–9 PM
Friday
4:15 PM–7 PM
Saturday
12 PM–5 PM
Sunday
12:15 PM–5 PM
Please Note:
During Christmas break (approx. Dec 20–Jan 5) more Family Open Swim times will be added. Please check the website, app, or pool calendar for added times.
Please Note:
Unless a pool is closed to patrons for another activity both the warm pool and lap pool will always welcome Adults with Children 4 years and under. There will no longer be designated Adult/Child Time.
Swim Team
The Columbus YMCA Swim Club (CYSC) is our competitive swim team with practices and monthly meets. Swimmers who participate must be able to swim 25 yards (one length) of the pool using both the freestyle and backstroke. Swimmers must know and understand the basic concepts of swimming—this is NOT swimming lessons. Emphasis will be placed upon stroke instruction, endurance, sportsmanship and having fun. Swim Team has two sessions (see below). Swimmer(s) must register for the first session to be able to swim in the second session. Swim team participants are required to be YMCA members—Nebraska YMCA Swim League policy. Swimmers must be registered prior to the first meet in October to swim. All new swimmers will swim with a coach the first week of practice to make sure they qualify for the swim team. If for any reason the child is unable to successfully complete the swim, the family will be refunded in full for the cost of the session.
FEE
Youth (5 years old to 8th Grade): $110/session | High school student: $55/session
Session 1
September 13–Mid December
Practice Times:
8 & Under | Mon–Wed | 4:15–5:15 PM
9 & 10 and New Swimmers | Mon–Wed | 4:15–5:45 PM
10 & Over and Veteran Swimmers | Mon: 7:00–8:30 PM | Tues: 5:45–7:00 PM | Thurs: 4:15–5:45 PM (must have a coach’s permission to attend these practices)
Home Swim Meet Location: Columbus Aquatic Center (November 13)
Session 2
January 10–Mid March
Practice Times:
8 & Under | Mon–Wed | 4:15–5:15 PM
9 & 10 and New Swimmers | Mon–Wed | 4:15–5:45 PM
10 & Over and Veteran Swimmers | Mon: 7:00–8:30 PM | Tues: 5:45–7:00 PM | Thurs: 4:15–5:45 PM (must have a coach’s permission to attend these practices)
Swim Lessons
All swim lesson times/dates are subject to change based on instructor availability. Swim lessons are YMCA of the USA certified.
Group Swim Lessons
Group Swim Lessons will be offered. Please be mindful of designated ages and levels. Small groups are offered to ensure each swimmer is provided with plenty of one-on-one time. Each full session is 8 days for 30 minutes/evening. Any sessions with less than 8 scheduled days are offered at a prorated rate.
Members
$45
Non-Members
$68
Lessons Your Way
Lessons Your Way Program is a program the Columbus Family YMCA has created for those that cannot or are unable to attend regular swim lesson programming. All classes are dependent on an instructor who can meet with the swimmer at the same time (at this time this is difficult, please consider group lessons if available). Participants can be training for competitions, in search of self-improvement, learning to lap swim, basic lifesaving skills, special needs, etc. Forms are available at the front desk.
Members
$20/30 minutes
Non-Members
$33/30 minutes
