YMCA membership means MORE.
When you join the Y, you'll discover new ways to connect with your potential, purpose and community. No matter where you are on your journey, the Y is where you can be, belong, and become.
Our mission is to build healthy spirit, mind, and body FOR ALL. We strive to make our programs and services available to anyone who can benefit from them, regardless of their ability to pay. Financial assistance is available for membership as well as program registration.
Our Fitness Community Locations
John R. Grubb Community YMCA
1611 11th St. Des Moines, 50314 Get Directions 515-246-0791 Branch Hours| MON: | 9 am - 7 pm |
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| TUE: | 9 am - 7 pm |
| WED: | 9 am - 7 pm |
| THU: | 9 am - 7 pm |
| FRI: | 9 am - 7 pm |
| SAT: | 7 am - 2 pm |
| SUN: | Closed |
Walnut Creek Family YMCA
948 73rd St. West Des Moines, 50265 Get Directions 515-224-1888 Branch Hours| MON: | 5 am - 9 pm |
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| TUE: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| WED: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| THU: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| FRI: | 5 am - 8 pm |
| SAT: | 6 am - 4 pm |
| SUN: | 8 am - 4 pm |
Waukee Family YMCA
210 N. Warrior Lane Waukee, 50263 Get Directions 515-987-9996 Branch Hours| MON: | 5 am - 9 pm |
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| TUE: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| WED: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| THU: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| FRI: | 5 am - 8 pm |
| SAT: | 6 am - 6 pm |
| SUN: | 8 am - 4 pm |
Wellmark YMCA
501 Grand Ave Des Moines, 50309 Get Directions 515-282-9622 Branch Hours| MON: | 5 am - 9 pm |
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| TUE: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| WED: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| THU: | 5 am - 9 pm |
| FRI: | 5 am - 8 pm |
| SAT: | 7 am - 4 pm |
| SUN: | 9 am - 4 pm |
Membership Rates
ADULT (19-64)
$68/month
2 ADULTS
$91/month
FAMILY/SENIOR FAMILY
$99/month
SENIOR (65+)
$55/month
2 SENIORS (ONE ADULT 65+)
$75/month
FULL-TIME COLLEGE STUDENT
$40/month
YOUTH (9-18)
$30/month
Administrative fee: $24.95 (one-time, non-refundable payment upon joining).
Please inquire when joining regarding any corporate agreements the Y may have with your employer or health insurance provider.
Join NowMember Benefits
Fitness Classes
Y members can choose from dozens of classes like Cycling, BodyPump, and Yoga. No need to register, just join in whenever it's convenient for you!
Body Composition Analysis
Stay on track during your fitness journey with our new state-of-the-art body composition analysis tool: secaTRU. Every YMCA member gets a FREE initial scan!
Family Benefits
A family membership includes access to expanded benefits like FREE Rookie Sports registrations, Youth Enrichment programs and classes, and Adult-and-Child swim lessons.
Fitness Technology
EGYM combines state-of-the-art technology and connects you to electronic equipment that adjusts to you while helping you keep a routine, and making workouts fun.
Nationwide Access
A YMCA membership not only grants you access to all of our metro locations, but to Y's across the nation.
Military Benefits
In partnership with the Armed Services YMCA, the Department of Defense is proud to offer 6-month gym memberships at the YMCA of Greater Des Moines.
Financial Assistance
The Y is committed to ensuring that all people have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through our generous donors, we're able to provide financial assistance on Y memberships to make our programs accessible to people of all income levels.
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