WORRY-FREE WORKOUT

Child Watch is a FREE program for members with a family membership. Our experienced caregivers take care of your child(ren) for one hour while you work out, swim, or attend a fitness class. You get time to focus on yourself while your kids have fun! Child Watch services are available for children 6 weeks to 9 years old.

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Child Watch Policies & Procedures

Registration & Time Limits:

• Families are strongly recommended to register for a Child Watch spot using the YMCA mobile app.

• The maximum time limit is 1 hour per day to ensure access for all families and the well-being of the children.

• If you register for a time slot (e.g., 8:15-9:15 AM), you cannot attend a different time slot on the same day (e.g., 9:15-10:15 AM). This helps us manage capacity effectively.

• Exceeding the time limit will result in fees added to your account. Progressive suspensions will apply for repeated offenses.

General Guidelines:

• Child Watch is a drop-in babysitting service for children ages 6 weeks to 9 years old while parents/guardians use YMCA facilities.

  • Free for Family and One Adult Family Memberships.

  • $5 fee per visit for Individual Memberships and Non-Members.

 

• A 1-hour time limit is strictly enforced.

  • Violations may result in a verbal warning, a $5 fee, and/or suspension of services.

 

• Reservations are strongly recommended.

  • Walk-ins are accepted only if space allows.

  • If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, your spot may be forfeited.

 

• Children must be signed in/out by a responsible adult using the provided tablet.

 

• Photo ID may be required for pickup.

  • Children will only be released to the person who signed them in unless prior authorization is given.

 

• Parents must remain on YMCA grounds and be accessible in case of emergency.

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• Capacity:

  • Maximum of 10 children per staff member.

  • Maximum of 2 children under the age of 2 per staff member.

 

• Staff and volunteers may bring their own child at no cost if the child can play independently, allowing the staff person/parent to assume his or her responsibility to the remainder of the group.

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• Sick children will not be allowed in Child Watch.

  • Children must be fever-free for at least 24 hours before attending.

 

• Medication must be administered by parents outside of Child Watch.

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• No food is allowed in Child Watch.

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• Diapering is the responsibility of the parent.

  • Parents will be asked to return if a diaper change is needed.

  • Potty-trained children must use the restroom independently.

 

• Children must wear socks and/or shoes.

  • Closed-toed shoes are encouraged for mobile children.

 

• If a child cries for 10 consecutive minutes, a parent will be called to pick them up.

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• Handwashing is required for staff and children after toileting and wiping noses.

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• Staff may take children to the gym or Kid Zone.

  • A sign will be posted if they leave the Child Watch room.

 

• The Child Watch room is childproofed, and toys are safe and clean.​​​​​​​ No outside toys are allowed; diaper bags are permitted.

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• Children are always under direct supervision.

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• All staff members are background-checked and certified in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention.

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• Staff are trained in emergency procedures, including fire, tornado, and evacuation protocols.

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We appreciate your cooperation in following these guidelines to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all families. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Thank you for being part of the YMCA community!