OUR ROAD TO RE-OPENING Phase 1: What to Expect

THE GREATER MORRISTOWN YMCA79 HORSEHILL ROAD, CEDAR KNOLLS, NJ 07927

REVISED: 09-14-20

REOPENING PLAN

GUIDELINES

We are thrilled to finally reopen on Tuesday, September 8th! Following are the guidelines we must follow:

○ Only 25% capacity is allowed○ Allow 200 square feet for every 1 person (group fitness classes)○ Allow 125 square feet per person○ Staff AND members must wear masks at all times○ Keep daily logs for staff and members for contract tracing○ Maintain 6’ for social distancing○ Sanitize equipment throughout the day

● Operating hours will be reduced for Phase 1 of reopening ○ Monday - Thursday: 7am-8pm○ Friday: 7am-5pm○ Saturday: 8am-2pm○ Sunday: 9am-2pm

● Guests will not be allowed during Phase 1.● Pursuant to the Y of the USA, the reciprocity program will also be on hold. Only GMYMCA

members will be permitted.

WHAT TO EXPECT UPON ARRIVAL

We must adhere to the guidelines set forth by the State of New Jersey and CDC. We appreciate your patience, support, and understanding as we cautiously reopen our doors and implement these new procedures.

Upon entry, you will be asked to:

● Sign a one-time waiver which we will keep on file● Have your temperature taken (must be less than 100.4)

● Answer our 5 Health Screening Questions & sign waiver (this will occur every time you work out)○ Have you been in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19?○ Are you experiencing a cough, shortness of breath, or sore throat?○ Have you had a fever in the last 48 hours?○ Have you had a new loss of taste or smell?○ Have you had vomiting or diarrhea in the last 24 hours?

WHAT THE Y IS DOING TO KEEP MEMBERS SAFE

● Single Entry/Exit: To help maintain our safety protocols, we will maintain a single entry/exit point using the two double doors in front

● Regular Temperature Checks: Both staff and members will receive temperature checks before being allowed to start their shift or check-in.

● PPE for All Staff: All staff will be required to wear masks and other personal protective equipment.

● Self-Scan: Members will be asked to self-scan to limit contact.● Protective Barriers: These have been installed at the kiosk and membership desk.● Additional Safety Stations: More areas will be available with wipes, paper towels, hand

sanitizer, and other cleaning supplies.● Designed for Social Distance: All open areas inside theY have been evaluated and

redesigned where necessary to help ensure social distancing between members. Signage will be placed prominently throughout the facility to drive awareness of this requirement.

● Cleaning: We have deep cleaned the facility and updated our cleaning procedures. The facility will be cleaned throughout the day.

HOW MEMBERS CAN HELP MAINTAIN SAFETY

The YMCA appreciates members’ adherence to the following safety precautions during their visits:

● Stay Home if You’re Sick: Members should stay home if they don’t feel well. The CDC and State Public Health Officials encourage seniors and members of vulnerable populations, including those with underlying health conditions, to stay home.

● Arrive at the Y Dressed to Work-Out: By doing so you reduce touch points and help increase social distancing.

● Be Ready for Temperature Checks: All members will have their temperature taken prior to check-in. We will also ask you five health screening questions when you enter the center.

● Wash & Sanitize Hands Frequently: Before and after your workout, and especially upon entering/exiting the YMCA.

● Bring a Towel, Mask, and Water Bottle: Members will be asked to bring their own water bottle and workout towel. COVID guidelines require members wear a mask at all times.

● Keep Your Distance: Please exercise on designated equipment only and respect all signage regarding social distancing. Strive to maintain at least six feet between you and others whenever possible.

HOW MEMBERS CAN HELP MAINTAIN SAFETY CONTINUED

● Expect Reduced Capacity: To ensure proper social distancing, our rooms will have designated capacities based on square footage. At times of full capacity you will be asked to wait in a designated area until space is available. We ask that you honor the posted capacities of each rooms. Failure to do so may result in our closure or termination/revocation of your membership.

● Remember to Wipe Down Equipment: Please help us reduce the risk of exposure by wiping down all equipment, weights, mats, etc. with the provided cleaning materials.

WHICH AREAS OF THE YMCA ARE CLOSED?

The following areas will remain closed during Phase 1 of reopening:

● Steam room, saunas, and whirlpool● The family locker room remains closed. The men’s & women’s locker rooms are open

for access to toilets and sinks only. Only swimmers and aqua joggers may use the boy’s and girl’s locker rooms (showers and bathrooms only, no changing rooms)

● Babysitting● Social gathering spaces have limited tables and chairs● The pool is open for lap swim & aqua fitness (participants must reserve their spot)● Paid programs and activities are suspended during Phase 1.● Coffee station and vending machines ● Drinking fountains (only water bottle fillers are available at this time)● Equipment rental● No basketball or pickleball in the gymnasium during Phase 1

FITNESS

OUTDOOR CLASSES

● We will continue our outdoor classes for the foreseeable future, weather permitting. We have received approval from the local health department and police department to utilize the gym in case of inclement weather

● Classes are capped at 24 + instructor in order to allow for social distancing indoors due to potential inclement weather

● Registration will continue to take place on our website

INDOOR CLASSES

● We are pleased to announce that we will be adding Spin to our weekly schedule● Classes will be socially distanced in our gymnasium● Members must register for each class (registration is available on our website)

PERSONAL TRAINING

● One on one personal training sessions for those who have outstanding credits to use will be available

● Training sessions will be made by appointment only● Sessions will be held in the studios upstairs or outside, weather permitting

AQUATICS

LAP SWIM:

● Starting Tuesday, September 8th, we will be increasing lap swim from 1 swimmer per lane to 2 swimmers per lane.

● Currently, there are 30 slots per day (6 swimmers per lane, per hour, from 9-1pm)● We will soon be able to accommodate 60 swimmers per day (12 swimmers per lane, per

hour, 9-1pm)

AQUA JOGGING / SOLO WATER FITNESS

● Starting Tuesday, September 8th, we will have lanes available for aqua jogging / solo water fitness

● Members must register on-line and bring their own equipment● 2 lanes, holding 2 members, will be available from Monday-Friday, 3pm-5pm

SWIM TEAM:

● Season starts Monday, September 14th ● Practice will take place on the weekends and during the evening (M-F)

WHAT TO EXPECT

ENTRANCEUPON ENTRY:

● Sign one-time waiver which we will keep on file

● Have your temperature taken (must be below 100.4)

● Answer five health screening questions and sign daily waiver

● Scan for entry at Kiosk● We ask you to sanitize/wash your

hands upon entry and exit

SIGNAGE

Plastic barriers have been installed at both the membership desk and kiosk. You must scan your card at the kiosk after you have had your temperature taken and passed the health screening.

THE POOL ARENA● Entrance to the

pool deck is through the double doors

● You must keep 6’ apart to allow for social distancing

● Place your gear in the designated area on the bleachers (the lifeguard will guide you)

● Exit is through the door to the parking lot

THE POOL ARENA● Swimmers/aqua

fitness participants are permitted to use the girls & boys locker rooms only

● Steam room, whirlpool, and saunas are CLOSED.

EQUIPMENT: DEEP CLEANED● All fitness

equipment and machines were deep cleaned

● Equipment will be wiped down throughout the day.

● We ask our members to clean any equipment before and after each use.

SIGNAGE

● Social distancing signs and stickers have been placed throughout the facility.

● Capacities have been posted outside of each room - we must strictly enforce these capacities and count on you for your help

● Signs have been posted on equipment or areas that are not currently in use

WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU!