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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

Type of Membership

Monthly Dues 

Initiation Fee*

 Family with Children (1)            $140  $135
 Family with Children Plus  (1)**  $160  $135
 Family No Children  (2)  $133  $125
 Single Parent Family (3)  $116  $125
 Single Parent Family Plus  (3)**  $136  $125 
 Adult (27-64)  $90  $95
 Adult 65+  $68  $90
 Family 65+ (4)  $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).

(4) Two adults living together in a household, 65+ years of age.

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

Membership Rates (effective January 1, 2027)

Type of Membership

Monthly Dues 

Initiation Fee*

 Family with Children (1)            $144 $135
 Family with Children Plus  (1)**  $165 $135
 Family No Children  (2)  $137 $125
 Single Parent Family (3)  $119 $125
 Single Parent Family Plus  (3)**  $140 $125 
 Adult (27-64)  $93 $95
 Adult 65+  $70 $90
 Family 65+ (4)  $104 $125
 Young Adult (18-26)  $73 $75
 Older Youth (12-17)  $53 $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).

(4) Two adults living together in a household, 65+ years of age.

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