James Fisher Memorial Foundation YMCA
Opening Spring 2026!

A new place for community, wellness and connection is coming to the Lowcountry!
11010 East Argent Parkway, Ridgeland, SC 29936
​​The James Fisher Memorial Foundation YMCA is more than a building. It is a commitment to the strength and well-being of our community. Designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and accessible, this new facility will provide a space where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together to grow stronger in spirit, mind, and body.
Made possible through the generosity and support of many in our community, this YMCA will expand access to programs, services, and spaces that help everyone thrive.
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Membership Presales
and Founding Members Club
Community members are invited to be among the first to join the James Fisher Memorial Foundation YMCA during upcoming membership presale events at the new Ridgeland location.
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Presale Dates:
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February 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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February 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Anyone who pre-registers during a presale event will:
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Pay no joining fee!
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Be entered into prize drawings, including local gift certificates, wellness-related items, and a free one year YMCA membership
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Founding Members Club
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The first 100 members to sign up will be recognized as part of the Founding Members Club. Founding Members will receive:
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A complimentary exclusive YMCA Founding Members Club T-shirt
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Their name featured on the Founding Members Wall in the lobby
Joining early is a meaningful way to support the YMCA and leave a lasting mark on a facility built to serve Ridgeland for generations.
2026 Membership Rates

2026 Military & Veterans Membership Rates

2026 Annual Membership Rates

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MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY EXPLANATIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
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Youth: Youth (ages 12 and under) may use the pool and gym with parental supervision. They also have access to the youth locker room.
Teen: Teens (ages 13-18) may use the pool, gym and youth locker rooms. Teens ages 12-15 may use the fitness center only if accompanied by their parent or legal guardian, or if they have completed our Youth Wellness Certification program.
College: Any person (up to age 24) taking 12 credit hours or more from an accredited college or university. A current class schedule and ID with family address must be presented within one week of membership and at the beginning of each semester thereafter. Failure to provide information will result in membership being automatically upgraded to adult status and fee.
Adult: Any individual 19-61 years of age. Member must notify front desk upon turning 62 for Senior Adult rate adjustment.
Junior Family: Any two adults living at the same address. No children.
Single Parent Family: Any adult (18+) with children who are claimed on their tax return and living at the same address.
Family: Offered to anyone presenting themselves as a family unit of two adults residing at the same address with dependent children if those children are still in school. Dependent children need not reside at the same address full time. Please see guidelines for children.
Family Plus: Offered to families with three adults residing at the same address with dependent children if those children are still in school. Dependent children need not reside at the same address full time. Please see guidelines for children.
Senior Adult: Any adult 62 years of age or older.
Senior Family: Any two adults living at the same address. Only one must be 62+, the other must be over 18 years old. No children.
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The Beaufort-Jasper YMCA of the Lowcountry recognizes the importance of the family unit. Proof may be required before adult, children, grandchildren or foster children can be added to your membership. Guidelines for children: Must be 3 months – 18 years of age or full time students until age 24, providing a current class schedule and ID with family address must be presented within one week of membership and at the beginning of each semester thereafter. Those who were originally covered under family memberships and are still living at home should ask the membership desk about waiver or joining fee when setting up their own membership.
Programs and Services
When the YMCA opens, members can expect programs focused on:
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Health and wellness for adults and seniors
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Group fitness and strength-building classes
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Aquatics programs for all ages
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Childcare services that support working families
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Programs will be designed to be inclusive, accessible, and responsive to community needs.
Key Features and Amenities
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The facility is being designed around the needs of the Ridgeland community.
Planned features include:
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A full wellness center with cardio and strength training equipment
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Group exercise studios for fitness and mind-body classes
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An aquatics complex with indoor pool access
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Affordable childcare services for families
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Final features will be announced as construction progresses.
