Nauticus Membership Swap 2025

YMCA & Nauticus Membership Swap

Nauticus on Norfolk’s downtown waterfront is partnering with the YMCA of South Hampton Roads to swap members starting February 5, 2025. YMCA members will enjoy Nauticus membership benefits, and Nauticus members will enjoy YMCA membership benefits until March 5, 2025.

Y members visiting Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin

YMCA Members of South Hampton Roads can enjoy FREE General Admission to Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin for up to 6 people. Advance reservations are required.

With the link above, please use the promo code YMCAFREE to reserve your tickets. Upon arrival at Nauticus, present your ticket barcode(s) and valid YMCA member card to Admissions. 

  • Free General Admission does not include special events, guided battleship tours, educational programs or workshops (ex. Toddler Time), and other special member-access tickets. 
  • Free member swap tickets must be reserved online in advance, otherwise regular admission ticket costs will be charged upon entry. Limited free member swap admission tickets are available each day.

YMCA Members receive 10% off in the Nauticus Gift Shop and The Norfolk Grille. You must show a valid YMCA member card at checkout.

YMCA Members who join Nauticus during the membership swap can take advantage of two extra months FREE on their new membership (14 months for the price of 12!). Must purchase in person at the Admissions Desk and show a valid YMCA membership card, or contact the Nauticus Membership office: membership@nauticus.org or 757-664-1005. View our member levels and benefits.

Nauticus members visiting the Y

Activate Y Membership

Members of the Nauticus can visit any of the 21 YMCA of South Hampton Roads locations to enjoy a safe place to exercise with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, indoor and outdoor pools, group fitness classes, and child care while you work out.

  • Nauticus members show their valid Nauticus Museum membership card, photo ID, and complete a guest waiver form upon visiting any YMCA of South Hampton Roads location.
  • You can activate your YMCA February membership online or visit your local YMCA.
  • Pre-registration is recommended for lap swimming and fitness classes, but not to visit the Y. Pre-registration is not required for open swim, and hours vary by location.
  • Nauticus members can also take advantage of discounted member pricing on programs such as personal training and swim lessons during the membership swap. 

Nauticus members who join the Y in February or March will pay no joining fee, a savings of up to $100.