You're thinking about an active, healthier lifestyle to kick off the new decade and just need to get started? The YMCA is a great place to begin. We'll help you create your own personalized approach to health and wellness and provide individual attention for no additional cost.  Best of all, you'll be surrounded by a friendly community of members who will support you as you get started.

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Contact any of these friendly staff members to answer your questions and help you on your way to starting a healthy habit at the YMCA.

HaileeBland-Walsh	Sha Foland	Albert Chan
Health & Fitness Director	Associate Fitness Director	Member Services Director
hblandwalsh@baymca.org	sfoland@baymca.org	achan@baymca.org
(510) 665-3242	(510) 665-3236	(510) 665-3232
Hailee is here to answer any questions you have about the fitness center, group exercise classes, or individualized workout plans. She can help you get started by setting up one of your three free coaching sessions or suggesting a class or instructor who will be a good fit for you!	Sha is here to consult with you about your health and fitness goals and can help to match you with a personal trainer who is right for you.	Albert can help you with your questions about memberships, policies, program & membership fees, and offers the Y currently has.

The how-to's for joining the YMCA

There are no contracts at the YMCA. Just follow these simple steps, and we'll help you on your way to becoming a YMCA member!

1. Come to the Welcome Desk at 2001 Allston Way any day of the week during our business hours. Be sure to bring a picture ID and a voided check, savings account statement, or credit card.
2. A friendly staff person will help you set up a membership and take your picture for your membership card, which you receive while you are there.
3. You can even start working out that same day! Staff at the Welcome Desk can help you get a lock, water bottle, and other necessities. They can show you how to get free parking while you work out. There is also free towel service.

Take a tour of the Downtown Berkeley YMCA facility from the comfort of your home! Click here to view our slideshow.

Programs to get you started

Take a look at our list of hand-picked beginner programs to get you on your way to an active and healthy lifestyle:

Check the group fitness schedule here for a full schedule, other classes offered and class descriptions.