Code of Conduct

The mission of the Fond du Lac Family YMCA is to put Christian principals into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. By upholding our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Caring, the Y is committed to strengthening our community through programs that promote youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Using our core values as a guide, we have developed the following Code of Conduct to ensure that all who enter our facility enjoy a safe, welcoming and comfortable environment. We ask individuals to act in a manner that upholds these principles at all times when they are in our facility or participating in YMCA programs. We expect those using the Y to behave in a way that shows respect and caring for others, which includes not using any language or engaging in any action that can offend, hurt or frighten another person or that falls below a generally accepted standard of conduct.

Actions not showing respect for others and are not permitted include:

• Wearing inappropriate attire. Attire must be appropriate for the activity and adequately cover the body. Swimsuits are only to be worn in the pool area; shoes, shorts and shirt in other areas of the facility. Clothing with vulgar or profane writing or pictures is not allowed.
• Using angry or vulgar language, including swearing, name-calling or shouting.
• Stealing, negligent use of equipment or destruction of property.
• Making physical contact with a person in an angry or threatening manner, or engaging in sexual activity or inappropriate contact with another person.
• Harassment or intimidation with words, gestures, body language or any other behavior deemed inappropriate, threatening or offensive in nature.
• Carrying or concealing any weapons, devices, or objects which may be used as a weapon.
• The sale, possession, distribution, use or being under the influence of any illegal substance or alcohol in YMCA facilities or on surrounding properties. This will constitute grounds for immediate termination and possible prosecution.
• Smoking. All YMCA facilities and surrounding properties offer a smoke-free environment.
• Cell phone use or cameras of any kind in the locker rooms or Life Management Center.

In order to carry out these policies, members and guests are to identify themselves to staff when asked. The Y reserves the right to deny access or membership to any person who has been accused or convicted of any crime involving sexual abuse, is or has been a registered sex offender.

Members are encouraged to be responsible for their personal conduct and safety and to ask any person whose behavior threatens their personal comfort to refrain from doing so. If additional assistance is needed, YMCA staff are always available.

The Y management staff will investigate all reported incidents. Suspension or termination of YMCA membership and privileges may result from any violation of the Code of Conduct. Reimbursement for membership and program fees will not be provided in the case of suspension or termination.