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Join the Madison Area YMCA

When you join the Madison Area YMCA, you become part of a worldwide association of people working together to improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and the community. With the Y, you’re not just a member of a facility; you’re part of a cause.

Which option best describes the type of membership that you need?

Membership Rates (effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025)

Type of Membership

Monthly Dues 

Initiation Fee*

 Family with Children (1)            $136  $135
 Family with Children Plus  (1)**  $146  $135
 Family No Children  (2)  $129  $125
 Single Parent Family (3)  $113  $125
 Single Parent Family Plus  (3)**  $123  $125 
 Adult (27-64)  $87  $95
 Adult 65+  $67  $90
 Family 65+  $100  $125
 Young Adult (18-26)  $69  $75
 Older Youth (12-17)  $49  $40
 Youth Program Pass (0-11)  $37  $25

*The initiation  fee is a one-time fee as long as membership is continuous.
**Includes babysitting up to one hour per day per child while using the facility.** Parents must remain in the facility during their babysitting time slot.
(1) Two adults cohabiting as a couple with children 26 years old or younger. Proof may be required.
(2) Two adults cohabiting as a couple.
(3) Widowed, divorced, or legally separated (the Madison Area YMCA reserves the right to request proof of status). 

Membership Rates (effective January 1, 2026)

Type of Membership

Monthly Dues 

Initiation Fee*

 Family with Children (1)            $140 $135
 Family with Children Plus  (1)**  $165 $135
 Family No Children  (2)  $133 $125
 Single Parent Family (3)  $116 $125
 Single Parent Family Plus  (3)**  $141 $125 
 Adult (27-64)  $90 $95
 Adult 65+  $68 $90
 Family 65+  $101 $125
 Young Adult (18-26)  $71 $75
 Older Youth (12-17)  $51 $40
 Youth Program Pass (0-11)  $37  $25

*The initiation  fee is a one-time fee as long as membership is continuous.
**Includes babysitting up to one hour per day per child while using the facility.** Parents must remain in the facility during their babysitting time slot.
(1) Two adults cohabiting as a couple with children 26 years old or younger. Proof may be required.
(2) Two adults cohabiting as a couple.
(3) Widowed, divorced, or legally separated (the Madison Area YMCA reserves the right to request proof of status). 

All guests must present a valid, state- or government-issued photo ID each time they enter the facility.