YMCA of the UPPER MAIN LINE
CODE OF CONDUCT
The YMCA of the Upper Main Line is
committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for
all members, participants, guests, visiting teams/coaches/parents,
vendors, or others. To promote safety and comfort for all,
we ask individuals to act appropriately at all times when
they are in our facility, participating in our programs or
on our property.
We expect persons using the YMCA to comply
with all facility policies and to use the YMCA values of
Caring, Honesty and Respect and Responsibility in their
conduct and relationships with others. Our Code of Conduct
does not permit language or any action that can hurt or frighten
another person, or that falls below a generally accepted
standard of conduct.
- Prohibited actions specifically include:
- Angry or vulgar language, including swearing, name-calling
or shouting.
- Physical contact with another person in any angry or
threatening way.
- Any demonstration of sexual activity or sexual contact
with another person.
- Harassment, bullying or intimidation by words, gestures,
body language or any menacing behavior.
- Improper contact or conversations with minors.
- Any conduct of an inappropriate, threatening or offensive
nature.
- Cell phones or any devices capable of taking photos
are not permitted in locker rooms or fitness centers.
- Theft, vandalism or other behavior that results in
the destruction of property.
- Carrying or concealing any weapons or devices or objects
that may be used as weapons.
- Using or possessing illegal substances on YMCA property,
in YMCA vehicles, at YMCA sponsored programs or events.
- Alcohol, except with the prior written approval of the
CEO, is prohibited on YMCA property, in YMCA vehicles, or at
YMCA sponsored programs or events.
- Unauthorized solicitation is not permitted at the YMCA
or at YMCA sponsored events.
- Loitering is not permitted in or outside the YMCA.
- Smoking is not permitted in or outside the YMCA. The
YMCA and its property is a smoke-free environment.
- Inappropriate attire. Appropriate attire must be worn
at all times. Vulgar language or images on clothing constitutes
inappropriate attire.
This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. Senior management
and the Membership and Program Committee will conduct a thorough
investigation of all reported incidents. Suspension or termination
of YMCA membership and use privileges may result if a violation
of the YMCA Code of Conduct has occurred.
Members and guests are encouraged to be responsible for
their personal comfort and safety, and to ask any person
whose behavior threatens their safety or comfort to refrain
from such conduct. Parents or guardians are responsible for
the behavior of their minor children. If a member or guest
feels uncomfortable in confronting a person directly, the
member should report the behavior to a staff person or the
senior director on duty. Reports of inappropriate conduct
should be made as soon as possible. YMCA staff members are
eager to be of assistance. Members and guests should not
hesitate to notify a staff member if assistance is needed.
In order to be able to carry out these policies, members
and guests are required to produce a membership card or identification
upon request of YMCA staff member.
Questions regarding our Code of Conduct should be directed
to the Branch Membership Director and Membership & Program
Committee.
