THE Y FOR
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
We focus our work in three key areas, because nurturing the potential of kids, helping people live healthier, and supporting our neighbors are fundamental to strengthening communities.
HELPING YOU LIVE BETTER
Everyone is Welcome
Each day at the Y, families are coming together to get healthy. Children are engaging in physical activities, learning social skills and building self-confidence. Parents are enjoying working out on the latest cardio equipment and participating in group exercise classes while knowing their children are in a safe, nurturing environment.
It's happening every day at the Y - families are getting closer and living better so they can learn, grow and thrive. Join us.
At the Y, we make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to be a part of our family. Ask about our financial assistance program.
Membership
For more than 150 years, the Y has helped members improve their health and well-being while building a stronger sense of community. You can belong today!A fitness membership at the Downtown YMCA includes full access to the following facilities:
Financial Aid
The heart of the YMCA's mission is to reach out and serve people of our communities at all economic levels. If your household income is less than $45,000, you may qualify for reduced membership pricing. For more information regarding the YMCA's Financial Assistance program download application here.Rates
Downtown Membership(Includes Mission Valley, Toby Wells & Hazard Center)
| Type | Joining* | Monthly | Other |
| Teen (16-17) | N/A | N/A | $150 per/year |
| Young Adult (18-22 yrs) | $100 | $29.50 | N/A |
| Adult (23-64 yrs) | $100 | $39.50 | N/A |
| One Parent Family** | $100 | $44.00 | N/A |
| Family*** | $150 | $78.00 | N/A |
| Senior Adult (65+ yrs) | $100 | $30.50 | N/A |
| Senior Couple | $150 | $60.00 | N/A |
| Student**** (3 Months) | N/A | N/A | $118.50 |
| Student**** (4 Months) | N/A | N/A | $158.00 |
YMCA Membership Plus
(Join One, Join Them All)
With YMCA Membership Plus, you become a member of a family of 11 facility branches of the YMCA of San Diego County and have access to all of their facilities.
| Type | Joining* | Monthy |
| Adult | $100 | $49 |
| Single Parent Family** | $100 | $54 |
| Family*** | $150 | $80 |
*The joining fee will be waived to all renewing members. Allowing a membership to lapse more than 30 days will be subject to this fee.
**One adult and all children under 18 years of age living in the same household.
***Two adults and all children under 18 years of age living in the same household.
**** Full-time student with I.D. and schedule verification.
Daily Fees
| Pass Type | Fee |
| Adult (18 and Up) | $10 |
| Senior (65 and Up) | $5 |
Frequent Y'r Card
Visit the YMCA 11 times in 30 days and complete 1 special item to receive a t-shirt!Your card will be entered into a drawing to receive a 6 Month Adult Membership at the Downtown YMCA!!
What are the special items?
- Nutrition/Exercise Log
- Email your YMCA story (600 to 1000 characters)
- One 12 Week Program session
- Work Sport Life session
- Personal Training session
- Fitness Assessment
- Volunteer at a Y event
- Donate to the Y
Contact Information
Downtown YMCA500 W. Broadway Ste. B,
San Diego, CA 92101
(located between Columbia & India street)
Phone: 619-232-7451
Fax: 619-232-0560
Member Service: dtmembership@ymca.org
Downtown Jobs: dtjobs@ymca.org
YMCA Membership Benefits

Facility use at the Downtown YMCA facility.
- Over 200 free fitness classes per week
- Over 80 free yoga classes per week
- Free 12 Week Personalized Fitness Program
- Free Wellness Center orientations
- Free Work-Sport-Life Sports Conditioning Program
- Free Towel Service
- Free lap swim
- Free water exercise classes
- Free recreational swim
- Member rates on day camps, swim lessons, special interest classes, gymnastics, childcare, and youth sports
- Membership privileges in over 2,000 YMCA's across the United States through the AWAY Program.
- Special membership events
Child Watch
Our Child Watch services*, available for children 8 weeks to 11 years, are provided for parents while using the facility. Parents are required to remain on the premises while their child(ren) is in Child Watch. Children may attend Child Watch for a maximum of 2 hours per day.
*Child Watch service are available at the Mission Valley and Toby Wells facility.

