Re-Opening News

Prince George Family Y
Updates

Vanderhoof Aquatic Centre
Updates

Prince George Family Y Updates

Know Before You Go

The following information is currently applicable to the Prince George Family YMCA. Please stay tuned for updates as we gradually reopen our Health, Fitness and Aquatics facilities:

  • Hours of operation:

Monday – Friday • 8:00am-8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday • 8:00am-6:00pm

  • Group Fitness will be returning the week of January 24th. Stay tuned and check our website for class schedule and further details.
    • Please note that sign-in will be required for all Group Fitness activities.
  • Child Minding & Recreation - We are pleased to to reintroduce child minding and Rec Room services as of Tuesday, February 22nd.
  • As of March 11th masks are no longer mandatory within the facility.
    • Masks are recommended within the facility.
  • The YMCA requires signed consent to keep your BC Vaccine Card status on file, allowing you easy access to the Y through the turnstiles. Please stop by the membership desk to sign your consent.
  • Enhanced cleaning measures are in place including rotating closures of fitness areas for thorough cleaning and disinfection.
  • Members should wipe down equipment prior to and after use.
  • Frequent hand-washing or use of hand sanitizer is encouraged.

Proof of full vaccination status is required for anyone age 12 and up in order to attend our YMCA Membership Centres.

To help keep everyone safe, our YMCA will fully comply with the new regulations as well as uphold the other protocols identified by the Provincial Health Officer.

What will members and guests need to enter YMCA Membership Centres? 

  • Valid photo ID - Driver's license, passport, or BC ID card for anyone ages 19+
  • Proof of vaccination - BC Vaccine immunization record, BC Vaccine Card, or an outside-of-BC immunization record

NEW - The YMCA requires signed consent to keep your BC Vaccine Card status on file, allowing you easy access to the Y through the turnstiles. Please stop by the membership desk over the next two weeks to sign your consent. 

​You can get more information about the Province of BC’s Vaccine Card including instructions on how to get your card by visiting https://www2.gov.bc.ca/vaccinecard.html.

We are working to make this requirement as simple as possible for you. As we implement this new system at our YMCA, please be aware that details may change. We will be sure to email you with updates as we determine how this will look at your membership centre.

Please be kind to our staff and volunteers who have a responsibility to follow and abide by the regulations and protocols that have been mandated by the provincial government. This is a new process for everyone, and your patience is appreciated.

Lastly, we encourage everyone to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Together we can stop the spread of COVID-19 and resume all of the in-person activities we look forward to in our community.

We thank you for your continued support as we navigate the pandemic together. If you have any questions about your membership, please email us at myymca@nbc.ymca.ca or call (250) 562-9341.

Frequently Asked Questions

A: According to the Province of BC’s website:

  • B.C. driver’s license or BC Services Card
  • Passport
  • Photo ID issued by another province or territory

A: No. They only need to show their vaccine status and not valid ID.

Please also note: 

  •  Masks are currently mandatory for everyone in all activities within the facility.
  • Masks may be removed only for those who are medically exempt, who must maintain 3 metres physical distancing from others.
  • If you forget a mask, masks will be available at our front desk. 
  • We will refuse entry to members or participants who refuse to wear a mask. 
  • Masks are not required for children under the age of 2, but should be encouraged for children aged 2-12 in public settings, and we are asking participants who can wear a mask to do so when attending Child Minding and the Rec Room.

We thank you for continued support as we work through the changing environment of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The safety and well-being of everyone in our community – especially our most vulnerable neighbors – is our top priority. At all times, we will be guided by recognized health authorities locally and provincially. We appreciate your patience as our teams work to ensure all necessary safety precautions are in place to support a safe environment. You can expect there will be some changes to our physical spaces and procedures to ensure our facilities meet the highest standards for safety and hygiene.

We will continue to re-evaluate to ensure our safety measures are effective, and adjust programs and hours of operation as needed. We are adding in services as we can; however, we are also prepared to introduce new measures if required.

We ask for your support as we navigate this next stage of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Effective Wednesday, December 22 at 11:59 p.m. until January 19, 2022, the Prince George Family YMCA will be closed. We will continue to follow the guidance of the Provincial Health Officer and share updates with you during this temporary closure.  

What does this mean for our members?

Effective immediately, all YMCA memberships will be put on hold and all automatic payments paused until we re-open. Your membership will be reactivated once we confirm our re-opening date. We ask for your patience as we begin to process large numbers of payment adjustments.

Because we are a charity that strengthens community, some members prefer that the YMCA continues to receive their fees—rather than put their memberships on hold. At this time, we will put all memberships on hold and invite those interested in donating their fees—so that the Y can continue our important work providing vital services in-person and virtually—to please click below.

Click here to donate

Free Online workouts with YMCA@Home+

Your Y is committed to showing up for our communities. During this temporary closure, you can access on-demand workout videos, live fitness classes and youth physical activities for FREE. Let us help you and your family stay active and connected during the holiday.

Join Y@HOME+ for FREE

  1. Visit YMCAHome.ca/member

  1. Click on Create an Account

  1. Enter your $0 DISCOUNT CODE: NBC-127

  1. Bookmark the webpage YMCAHome.ca/member-home for easy access to Y@HOME+.

  1. Questions about the platform? Visit FAQ page at www.ymcahome.ca/faq  or www.ymcahome.ca/contact

Enjoy our live group fitness community

  • More than 100 live fitness classes per month to choose from.

  • A large variety of options including Yoga, YMCA Arriba, YMCA Barre, TotalFit & Bootcamp.

  • Classes for all fitness levels whether you’re just starting out or you’re a fitness pro.

  • An inclusive and active community from the comfort of your home to motivate you!

YMCA@HOME+ Schedule

If you have any questions or need support with your membership, please contact us via any method below:

Email: myymca@nbc.ymca.ca

Phone: (250) 562 9341

Member Code of Conduct: COVID-19

Download PDF here: COVID Code of Conduct

Members are responsible for their personal conduct. For your health and safety, as well as the safety of other members, staff, and volunteers, please adhere to the following guidelines:

Health & Safety:

  • Do not enter the YMCA if you display symptoms of illness, have been ordered to self-isolate due to health reasons, have had close contact with a person who has a communicable illness, or have recently been out of the country
  • If you are observed with symptoms of illness or appear to be feeling unwell, a YMCA staff member may ask you to leave the facility
  • Ensure you use hand sanitizer or properly wash your hands while at the YMCA
  • Please clean and disinfect all equipment before and after use
  • Follow current YMCA protocols for physical distancing and directional signage
  • Appropriate athletic attire and footwear must be worn at all times
  • Members and guests must identify themselves upon request by a staff member

Member Etiquette

To create an enjoyable atmosphere, the YMCA core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility have been incorporated into all that we do. We ask for your support in respecting the rights of all YMCA members, volunteers, and staff. Unsafe, disrespectful, or inappropriate behavior could result in removal of membership/program privileges.

  • Change rooms will not be available - Please come dressed for fitness
  • Please limit your time on equipment when others are waiting
  • Please clean and put weights and equipment away when you are finished
  • Do not rest on equipment
  • Allow others to work in and share equipment if done in a safe manner
  • Do not drop weights on the fitness floor
  • Offensive language and profanity are not tolerated
  • Please keep all clothing, bags, and other sports equipment off the fitness floors - only bring essentials with you into the facility
  • Please bring your own filled water bottle – water fountains and refill stations will not be available

Members must follow staff directions at all times. Please report any concerns or unacceptable behaviour to a YMCA staff member immediately. YMCA staff have the right to refuse service or remove members from the facility if any of the above are not being followed.

We are pleased to introduce Outdoor Group Fitness classes, starting May 31st, 2021, in addition to reintroducing our Indoor Group Fitness classes!

All classes must now be pre-booked online, up to a week in advance at: mynbcy.ca

Download our June Group Fitness Schedule as a pdf

Please note: There will be no TRX class on June 14th or June 21st.

In order to protect the health and safety of everyone in the facility, the following measures are in place for group fitness participation:

1. Physical Distancing – Please ensure physical distancing by using the floor decals indoors to guide you to maintain a minimum distance of 2 metres from others at all times. Outdoor classes do not require the wearing of masks, and therefore have a physical distancing requirement of 3 metres at all times.

2. Pre-booking – All classes must be pre-booked online here. If you have not created an online account before, please contact Membership Services to update your email address associated with your membership before setting up your online login.

3. Maximum Occupancy – The maximum number of participants in our spaces has been reduced. We changed the location of many classes to accommodate as many members as possible. Please observe the maximum occupancy signage for the spaces as follows:

Studio – 7 Participants
Gymnasium – 17 Participants
Outside – 10 Participants

4. Equipment & Sanitization – Limited equipment available for use, with sanitization practices in place before and after use. Please pay attention to instructions for sanitization of equipment.

We ask that Yoga participants bring as much of their own equipment as possible.

Vanderhoof Aquatic Centre Updates

Due to current Public Health Orders, in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19, the YMCA of Northern BC is now taking the following precautions:  

  • Proof of full vaccination status is required for anyone age 12 and up visiting the Vanderhoof Aquatic Centre.
  • As of March 11th masks are no longer mandatory within our health, fitness, and aquatic facilities.
    • Masks are recommended when not exercising.
  • Aquatics programs that are still operating include: swim lessons and programming with less than 10 participants. 

Proof of full vaccination status is required for anyone age 12 and up in order to attend the Vanderhoof Aquatic Centre.

To help keep everyone safe, our YMCA will fully comply with the new regulations as well as uphold the other protocols identified by the Provincial Health Officer.

What will members and guests need to enter YMCA Membership Centres? 

  • Valid photo ID - Driver's license, passport, or BC ID card for anyone ages 19+
  • Proof of vaccination - BC Vaccine immunization record, BC Vaccine Card, or an outside-of-BC immunization record

NEW - The YMCA requires signed consent to keep your BC Vaccine Card status on file, allowing you easy access to the Y through the turnstiles. Please stop by the membership desk over the next two weeks to sign your consent. 

​You can get more information about the Province of BC’s Vaccine Card including instructions on how to get your card by visiting https://www2.gov.bc.ca/vaccinecard.html.

We are working to make this requirement as simple as possible for you. As we implement this new system at our YMCA, please be aware that details may change. We will be sure to email you with updates as we determine how this will look at your membership centre.

Please be kind to our staff and volunteers who have a responsibility to follow and abide by the regulations and protocols that have been mandated by the provincial government. This is a new process for everyone, and your patience is appreciated.

Lastly, we encourage everyone to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Together we can stop the spread of COVID-19 and resume all of the in-person activities we look forward to in our community.

We thank you for your continued support as we navigate the pandemic together. If you have any questions about your membership, please email us at myymca@nbc.ymca.ca or call (250) 562-9341.

Frequently Asked Questions

A: According to the Province of BC’s website:

  • B.C. driver’s license or BC Services Card
  • Passport
  • Photo ID issued by another province or territory

A: No. They only need to show their vaccine status and not valid ID.

Know Before You Go

The following information is currently applicable to the Vanderhoof Aquatic Centre. Please stay tuned for updates as we gradually reopen our Health, Fitness and Aquatics facilities:

Re-opening plans have been developed to align with guidelines from the Lifesaving Society of BC, WorkSafeBC, British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association, and Northern Health regulations for re-opening aquatic facilities.

  • Hours of Operation:
    •  Hours will be reduced as part of our gradual approach to re-opening and increased as we are able to, our main priority clean and safe environment.

Monday - Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday - Friday: 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 6:30pm

  • Facility use will be limited to:
    • Pools (leisure and lap pool).
  • The hot pool, sauna, climbing wall, and men’s & women’s changerooms will remain closed in this first stage of re-opening.
  • We are operating on a first-come, first-serve basis with maximum capacity of 40 public users on the pool deck.
  • The only changeroom available at this time will be the universal change room.
    Please arrive at the facility dressed in swim gear.
  • Please limit items that you bring into the facility. We encourage you to leave all valuables at home.
  • Please bring a full water bottle as water fountains will not be available as per Health Authority requirements.
  • We are not offering any lessons or group fitness programs at this time.
  • We encourage older adults with compromised immune systems or underlying health issues to use discretion in visiting the Y at this time, as they are more at risk of contracting COVID-19.
  • Traffic flow in the centre has been modified and equipment has been removed and re-positioned throughout the facility to support physical distancing.
  • Enhanced cleaning measures are in place, particularly of high touch surfaces, to ensure thorough cleaning and disinfection.
  • PFDs will still be available, and flutter board use is permitted in the lap pool, with sanitization taking place prior to and after use.
  • No toys or floaties will be accessible until further notice.
  • Frequent hand-washing or use of hand sanitizer is encouraged.
  • For more detailed information please see the Frequently Asked Questions document

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