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Take your first step. Try a free 7-day trial with the Y or H2O and see how we can help you start and stick with an active routine.

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Our Charity

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The Y is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. All our programs and services are subsidized or free to those facing barriers.

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Health Coaching

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We all need the advice of an expert sometimes, which is why—at no extra cost—Y members have access to a health coach. YMCA health coaching can help you reach your fitness goals.

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Exceptional value packed into one affordable membership

A membership with the Downtown Y gives you the benefits of a yoga studio, a cycle studio, a full gym, a health coach, and much, much more. And since the Y is a charity first, you can feel safe knowing that there are no hidden fees or locked-in contracts to worry about. The Y takes pride in providing you with as many resources as possible for you to live your best, healthiest life.

Membership Benefits

What is included in a Downtown Y membership?

An average of 22 classes per week to keep you on your toes: 

  • Yoga 
  • Flow Yoga 
  • Group Strength 
  • Group Strength 50+ 
  • Cycle and Sculpt 
  • Cycle Express 
  • Intense Intervals 
  • Fit 4 Life 50+ 
  • TRX 
  • Barre 

A full selection of free-weights, strength machines, and cardio machines:

  • Full free weight selection 
  • Over 15 strength machines 
  • Squat rack
  • 6 benches
  • Smith machine
  • 20 stationary bikes
  • 8 treadmills
  • 8 ellipticals
  • 2 adaptive Motion Trainers
  • 2 stairmasters
  • And more!

A supportive community:

  • Judgement free zone 
  • Friendly staff 
  • Expert advice available  

Additional benefits:

  • Changerooms 
  • Central location in the heart of downtown Kelowna 
  • Free health coaching 
  • Free training plans built for you by our qualified staff 

Full access to a second location in Rutland with: 

  • Pools 
  • Hot tub 
  • Sauna 
  • Diving boards 
  • Lane swimming 
  • Drop-in volleyball, pickleball, basketball, and more
  • Full gymnasium
  • Full weight floor
  • Even more classes
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Photo ID Required for Entry

Individuals aged 19+ must present a Y Membership Card or valid piece of Photo ID to be granted entry to YMCA operated facilities (including H2O). If you are unable to present Photo ID, you will unfortunately not be permitted access.

Branch Amenities

Fitness studio
Cycle studio
Cardio and conditioning areas
Low-impact fitness equipment
Queenax functional training systems
Stretching area
Locker rooms and showers

Membership Rates

Membership at the Y has no minimum term, joiner fee or cancellation fee. Monthly memberships are renewed each month on the day you signed up.

$64/month

$52/month

$52/month

$52/month or $26/month when attached to family with adult members (see family membership).

Please note that there are no child/youth programs at the Downtown Y and the Downtown Y does not have a child minding service. Children of Downtown Y members can attend programs at the Family Y.

Please do not bring children under 10 to the Downtown Y. Children 10 and 11 years of age must be under the supervision of a parent or guardian at all times. Visitors 12 to 16 years of age must complete an orientation session to use the fitness centre on their own.

$180/month or less

For great family value, families (maximum two adults) never pay more than the cost of two adults and two children/youth all living in the same household.

Learn about the family membership

Please note that there are no child/youth programs at the Downtown Y and the Downtown Y does not have a child minding service. Children of Downtown Y members can attend programs at the Family Y.

Please do not bring children under 10 to the Downtown Y. Children 10 and 11 years of age must be under the supervision of a parent or guardian at all times. Visitors 12 to 16 years of age must complete an orientation session to use the fitness centre on their own.

$32/month (must show proof of post-secondary enrollment on first visit).

This new membership type encourages members to encourage each other to stick with their fitness journey

Each member on a team of 3 will get an ongoing 10% monthly discount on their individual membership.

Each member on a team of 4 or more will get an ongoing 20% monthly discount on their individual membership.

Learn about the team membership

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Fees are subject to annual rate increases. Membership rates are effective from January 1, 2024.

Membership can be cancelled at any time and will remain active for the remainder of your payment cycle. Refunds will not be provided. Cancellations must be done in person or by emailing membership@ymcasibc.ca.