Local YMCA Branches Shut Down Over Coronavirus

WISCONSIN — Citing the coronavirus, local branches of the YMCA across southeastern Wisconsin are closing their doors to help prevent the spread of the virus.

Milwaukee

"The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee is suspending operations temporarily due to the COVID-19 crisis. We are scheduled to re-open on April 1 and resume normal operations," YMCA officials in Milwaukee wrote.

If members want to put their membership on hold past April 1, they can fill out a form online. During this time the Milwaukee YMCA will be waiving their 15-day policy and their typical $10 hold fee.

"We will be giving our members options to remain active while we are temporarily closed, but if you would like a credit towards your next month, please also fill out the form below. As you know the Y is the nation's leading non-profit committed to strengthening communities through Youth Development, Social Responsibility and Healthy Living- in that spirit if you would like to allocate your partial month of membership as a tax deductible donation to support our mission please also utilize the form below. Thank you for your understanding during this unprecedented time- stay well," Milwaukee YMCA officials wrote.

Racine

The Racine-area YMCA branches will be closed as well, officials said.

"Like many of you, we have been closely following the spread of COVID-19. Based on information from trusted sources like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Racine County Health Department, the Racine Family YMCA’s Riverside and Sealed Air Branches will be closed for a period of two weeks beginning Monday, March 16. All fitness activities, classes such as swimming lessons, school-age child care, and sports leagues will be suspended during this time. In addition, Adult Open Gym at the George Bray Neighborhood Branch will be cancelled," the YMCA said.

"We plan to reopen all of our branches on Monday, March 30. We will, however, evaluate the advisability of this plan using the latest information from the CDC and Racine County Health Department as a guide. In the interim, we will use this time to conduct routine maintenance and enhanced cleaning and disinfecting in our facilities, so they will be ready for you to enjoy when we reopen," YMCA CEO Jeff Collen wrote.

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