Next Steps | Update 4

At this time, our facilities are limited to JCFYMCA members and Johnson County residents only.

On Thursday, August 27th, the Wyoming Governor and State Health Officer released the 11th continuation of the State Health Orders. The one relevant to your Y can be found here.

The 11th continuation goes into effect Tuesday, September 1st and will be in effect until Tuesday, September 15th.

No changes were made between the 10th and 11th continuations. However, see below for upcoming changes to our hours of operation.

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Facility Operations | Changes

The following changes will go into effect on Tuesday, September 8th.

Facility Hours

• Weekdays | 5:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Saturdays | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Aquatics Center | Lap Swim Only
    • 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Sunday | Closed

Aquatics Center | Changes

The Aquatics Center will be open on weekdays, 5:30 am – 1:00 pm, for Lap Swim and Group Exercise Classes and on Saturdays, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, for Lap Swim Only.

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Unchanging

All previous restrictions remain in effect.

Individuals will continue to go through a check-in screening process before being allowed to use the facility. Hand sanitizer and hand washing stations are available throughout the facility.

Individuals will need to arrive dressed in the appropriate attire for their desired activity as the locker rooms are unavailable, with the exception of restroom and hand washing purposes.

Bath and sweat towels are unavailable.

Aquatics Center uses will need to bring a personal towel from home. The deck showers are available for use to rinse off before and after using the pool. This remains an important step in protecting the chemistry of the pool.

Equipment towels and disinfectant spray are made available for use.

As required by the Health Order, staff will be present to ensure equipment is wiped down in between individuals and that cleaning supplies remain well-stocked.

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Individuals

Individuals will be asked a small series of general health questions and to agree to some special policies put in place to determine facility entry eligibility, as mandated by the New Health Order.

If an individual meets the eligibility criteria to enter, Front Desk staff will check to see if their desired workout area is available. If the area is at capacity, the individual will be directed to wait until a specified time at which the area becomes available.

If an individual is deemed ineligible to enter, they will kindly be asked to leave the Y.

If an individual would like to change to a different area of the facility, they are required to check-in with the Front Desk to determine if there is space available in the desired area.

Work out sessions are restricted to one (1) hour.
Staff will alert you when you are nearing the end of your session time.

Six (6) feet of distance must be maintained while working out.

Staff will be present to kindly remind individuals to create appropriate distancing if they observe patrons working out too close to one another. This is not only for the health and safety of everyone in the facility, but will also allow us to remain open and serving the community.

Individuals are required to check out at the Front Desk upon departure.

Staff

Staff will continue to go through the same procedure as individuals.

If a staff person is deemed ineligible, they will not be allowed to work until they can meet the eligibility criteria.

Staff are required to check out at the Front Desk upon departure.

Staff will continue to wear masks if within six (6) feet of individuals or other staff.

Staff will be monitoring all workout areas to be sure the capacity caps are not exceeded. See below for more information.

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Aquatics Center

The Aquatics Center is limited to a max of 26 total individuals.

The above 26 includes individuals both in the pool and on the poolside cycling bikes.

At this time, lap swim, water exercise, and aquatic group exercise classes are permitted. We are unable to offer any open swim at this time.

Drop In Child Care Center

Our Drop In Child Care Center is open.

If a parent would like their child to wear a mask, our staff will follow the request to the best of their ability.

Weekdays
8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cardio Room & Weight Room

Maximum of 10 individuals between the two spaces at a time.

Spotting remains prohibited at this time.

Some of the cardio equipment will be taped off to ensure proper distancing is met.

We ask that you complete all sets on a machine before moving to another machine. This will help us reduce the number of times the equipment needs to be cleaned.

Cycling Studio

During Classes
Maximum of four (4) individuals and an instructor at a time.

Outside of Classes
Maximum of five (5) individuals at a time.

Bikes are placed with appropriate spacing and are indicative of the maximum number of individuals at a given time.

Gymnasium

Maximum of 12 individuals at a time.
Maximum of two (2) individuals per hoop as long as the individuals maintain proper six (6) feet of distance.

No outside balls are permitted in the facility at this time.

Basketballs are available for check out at the Front Desk and must be checked back in. These will be sanitized after each use.

The gymnasium will be limited to six (6) individuals, two (2) per hoop on the west side from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Lobby

Individuals may visit in the lobby as long as they maintain the required six (6) feet of distance.

Locker Rooms

The locker rooms will remain open for restroom and hand washing purposes only.

Changing in the locker rooms is prohibited.

Personal items left in the locker room may be removed by staff without notice.

The showers are closed.

Strength & Agility Center

During Classes
Maximum of four (4) individuals and an instructor at a time.

Outside of Classes
Maximum of four (4) individuals at a time.

Group Exercise Classes

Group Exercise Classes will resume in a limited capacity.

Please see the Fitness Calendar on our homepage for the full list of classes.

Close-contact group activities, including close-contact sports, are prohibited.

The following are deemed to be close-contact group activities:

• Noon Ball
• Pickleball

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Facility Cleanliness

Staff will be continually monitoring the facility’s cleanliness. Equipment will be cleaned between each patron with approved sanitizing products.

Restrooms and common areas will be thoroughly cleaned throughout the day and after closing.

Your health is our priority. Restrictions will change and we will do our best to inform you as they do. Please work with us to ensure this transition is as painless as possible for everyone.