Health & Safety

NOTICE:

March 17, 2020

As an organization that takes pride in bringing the community together, this decision has been very difficult, but these are unprecedented times.  In order to support community efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health and safety of all those we serve, especially those at most risk, we’ve made the decision to temporarily close all of the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City locations effective at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2020.  Until then, branches will be open for facility access and basic services. All group exercise classes, Child Watch and other programs and services are postponed immediately. We are, however, still operating our Spring Break Vacation Care on Tues., March 17, 2020 to allow parents time to find alternate care for the remainder of the week. We understand that the closure of our facilities may feel abrupt, however we know it is the right decision under these extraordinary circumstances. We are in close contact with local government and health officials to monitor the situation and to determine when we can reopen. We will continue to update information here to keep you informed.

Virtual Workouts
It’s more important than ever to live our YMCA mission of serving and strengthening our communities. And while we can’t serve you in person, you can enjoy virtual workouts in the comfort of your own home.

• Les Mills Workouts
• Y360 Workouts

We know you still have a lot of questions. We do, too. We are committed to doing everything possible to secure the future of the YMCA, and all its services, as these uncertain times continue.

Closure for any length of time represents a significant threat to our non-profit organization. We cannot express the potentially devastating impact extensive cancellations could have. We know the Y is an extension of your family and we remain honored and committed to serving you, just as we have served for the last 130 years.

Here are some things we can share with you:

• Those currently enrolled in Before and After School: Any credit will be applied toward future payments when the program resumes.
• Those currently enrolled in youth sports and aquatics have two choices: We expect programs to resume soon, but if not, you can consider your program fees a donation to the Y’s ongoing mission to serve community or take a credit toward future programming in the 2020 calendar year.
• All members also have a choice. We ask that you continue to pay your membership fee so that we can continue to provide necessary services for children, families and adults across central Oklahoma. If this is your choice – thank you. No actions are necessary. If you would like to do something different, we are able to assist you. Please email [email protected] with your questions and concerns.

Whatever you choose, we thank you for your support and understanding. Please take care of yourself and one another. Our community is strong, and together, we will get through this.

March 10 – 16, 2020

There is no higher priority to our YMCA family than the safety of our members and participants. As many others, we continue to monitor the situation surrounding the COVID-19 virus. We are taking precautions to protect our participants as much as possible, while still enjoying the Y.

However, we understand things could change quickly. If the need arises to cancel programming or close facilities to help stop the spread of the virus, the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City will follow directives from our public health partners. Any cancellations or closures will be communicated via email, our website, social media and local news media. Additionally, we will continue to modify and update our plans as the situation develops.

CLOSED
Lincoln Park Senior Center March 16-30, 2020
Child Development Center effective March 16, 2020
Military Welcome Center effective March 16, 2020
Bethany YMCA effective March 17, 2020
Rockwell Crossing YMCA effective March 17, 2020
Main Street YMCA effective March 17, 2020

CANCELLED
SilverSneakers Classes effective March 17, 2020

Below is more information about what we are doing and how you can help prevent the spread of the virus.

• Maintaining a Healthy Environment 3.10.20
• Lincoln Park Senior Center Closure
• Spring Break Vacation Care Check-in Policy
• Travel Questionnaire (for childcare participants)
• Childcare Health Safety
• Digital Membership Card

NOTICE
Per the CDC, those that fall into the high-risk category should stay home and out of public spaces. 

• Older adults
• Residents with serious chronic medical conditions including heart disease, diabetes and lung disease
• Those with compromised immune systems
• Pregnant women

Additionally, we are asking that you do not enter our facilities if you have a fever, cough, shortness of breath, you feel sick or have had direct contact with anyone who has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. 

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES
For your safety, we ask that all those that identify as a high-risk participants, per the CDC’s guidelines, not attend or participant in any of our group exercise classes.

EQUIPMENT CLEANING
Equipment and facility cleaning safety breaks are now in place. Every hour, all equipment will be sprayed with disinfectant and remain untouched for five minutes to allow for the solution to fully work. 

This will happen one of two ways depending on the facility:

• Activity will stop at 45 minutes past the hour for a 15 minutes safety break while all cleaning is done, or
• Staff will cycle through the area and clean equipment and then render it on a safety break for 5-10 minutes.
• Group exercise classes will end five minutes early, so all participants can clean equipment used prior to the next class.

Additionally, we encourage participants to clean equipment before and after use to help prevent the spread of germs. 

Please refer to the Center for Disease Control for more information about the virus and how to keep you and your family safe and healthy.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html