YMCA of Delaware

Fitness Demo Week
2024-12-09 - 2024-12-20 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Explore new workouts during Fitness Demo Week at the Western YMCA! Join us for free, energizing sessions, including Athletic Conditioning, YFIT, Senior TRX, Self-Defense for Teens, SENIOR Fit, and many more! See flyer at membership desk for more information.

Hot Cocoa Day
2024-12-13 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Warm up with us on Hot Cocoa Day at the Y! ☕🎉 Join us for a cozy afternoon filled with delicious hot cocoa, tasty toppings, and fun activities. It’s the perfect way to relax, connect with friends, and kick off the winter season with some sweet cheer! Don’t miss out on the chocolatey goodness!

National Ugly Sweater Day
2024-12-20 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Get ready to rock your tackiest threads for National Ugly Sweater Day at the Y! Members and staff, bring out the sparkle, the pom-poms, and all the festive flair you can find. Let’s spread some holiday cheer—ugly sweater style! Who will have the most outrageous look?

Gymnasium Opening Brunch
2024-12-23 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Swing by the Western Lobby for a delicious breakfast treat—waffles on us!
Let’s celebrate the grand opening of our newly renovated basketball & pickleball gymnasium together.
Bring your appetite and your game face! We can’t wait to see you there!

Western Family YMCA Gymnasium Grand Opening
2024-12-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
We are thrilled to invite you to the celebration of our newly renovated Basketball/Pickleball Gymnasium! Join us for a day of fun, community, and delicious treats as we unveil this exciting upgrade.
YOUR DAILY DOSE OF FUN:

Family Gaga Pit
Family Pickleball
Free Throw Contest
3-Point Contest
Giveaways
Make your own pancakes and waffles in the Lobby

New Year's Eve Cardio Party
2024-12-31 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Get ready to dance your way into the New Year! Join us for a high-energy Cardio Dance Party where we’ll groove to the hottest beats and burn some serious calories. This all-levels, fun-filled class will keep you moving, laughing, and celebrating with upbeat music and easy-to-follow choreography.

Blue Coats Play Day
2025-01-03 17:00 | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Get ready to shoot hoops with the pros! The Delaware Blue Coats are hosting a FREE basketball clinic at the YMCA. This exciting event offers young athletes, aged 5 to 14 years old, a chance to improve their skills, learn from the experts, and have fun on the court. Don’t miss this slam dunk opportunity to take your game to the next level!
Blue Coats Play Day is available to YMCA of Delaware members and non-members.
Registration is required. Register here.

Les Mills Launch Party
2025-01-11 - 2025-01-12 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Kick off the new year with energy and excitement by joining us for a weekend packed with fresh music, cutting-edge workouts, and an opportunity to experience our new Les Mills group fitness workouts from BODYPUMP, BODYCOMBAT, and more!
See Daxko app for modified group exercise class schedule.

Transformation Challenge Begins
2025-01-12 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Ready to transform your health and fitness? Join our 8-week Transformation Challenge and compete for the biggest change in body fat loss!
Can you take home the title?
REGISTER by January 8th to qualify.

National Popcorn Day
2025-01-17 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Pop, pop, hooray!
It’s National Popcorn Day at the Y! Come join us for a snack-tacular celebration—because nothing says ‘good vibes’ like a handful of popcorn and great company. Let’s crunch and munch together!

MLK Day Open House
2025-01-20 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
This MLK Day, we’re opening our doors to the community to celebrate unity, service, and progress.
Let’s come together for a day of inspiration, reflection, and fun!

Teen Night: Youth Development Center
2025-01-24 16:45 - 20:00 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Ages 12-17
Join our YMCA staff for fun activities, games and guest speakers while learning tools to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Parents Night Out: Youth Development Center
2025-01-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Ages 3 – 11
Drop your kids off at the YMCA and enjoy an evening out! Your kids will enjoy games, pizza, group activities and more!

$30 per child
$20 per additional sibling

2025 Beach Party
2025-01-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Summer vibes in January? Yes, please!
Join us for our annual Beach Party!
It’s a family-friendly event, a perfect way to escape the winter blues with fun activities for kids and a sneak peek into our 2025 Summer Camps.

Open to the community – bring your friends and family!

Find your Y Summer Camp location HERE!

Get ready for sand, smiles, and summer dreams in the middle of winter!

Sunday Brunch
2025-01-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
It’s the last Sunday of the month! After crushing your workout, treat yourself to a healthy breakfast in the lobby—it’s the perfect way to refuel and wrap up the weekend right!

Brain Wellness Information, Support, and Empowerment (Brain-WISE)
2025-02-03 09:30 - 11:00 | University of Delaware: STAR Campus, 540 S. College Ave, Newark, DE, 19711, United States
*Special session for members of the Western Branch YMCA*
Members of the Western Family YMCA are invited to join the University of Delaware’s Brain-WISE program, starting on February 3rd.
Approximately 45 % of cases of dementia could be prevented or delayed by making lifestyle changes and reducing certain risks. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misleading information in the news and on TV, and it isn’t easy to figure out how to improve brain health in an evidence-based way. Additionally, making changes to health habits can be challenging.
Brain-WISE is a 6 week module, group-based workshop to provide education and support for improving brain health in aging. The program is for people who do not have significant daily challenges with their thinking or memory. The University of Delaware is pleased to be able to offer the program at no cost to participants because it is supported by a research grant.
If you have questions about the program, please email Kimberly Van Buren here.
Register here.
Time: 9:30am-11:00am
Program Schedule:

February 3
February 10
February 24
March 3
March 10
March 17

Where: University of DE STAR Campus: 540 S. College Ave, 19711

Fall In Love With Fitness & WIN!
2025-02-10 - 2025-02-16 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
From February 10th–16th, every group exercise class you attend earns you a chance to win one of our sweet Valentine’s-themed raffle baskets—packed with goodies to inspire your baking and crafting!
Here’s how to join the fun:
❤️ Take a class.
💌 Receive a raffle ticket from the class instructor.
💘 Drop your ticket in the basket of your choice by the membership desk.
There’s no limit to how many classes you can take—or how many chances you have to win! Join us, and let’s make fitness the heart of your week!

Valentine's Day - Bring A Friend For FREE
2025-02-14 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
This Valentine’s Day, bring a friend for FREE at the YMCA of Delaware.
To make it even sweeter, if your friend joins during their visit, they get 20% off membership for 6 months.
Spread the love and share the gains!

Teen Night @ Youth Development Center
2025-02-14 16:45 - 20:00 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Join our YMCA staff for fun activities, games and guest speakers while learning tools to become the leaders of tomorrow. (Age 12-17)

Valentine’s Day Parents Night Out
2025-02-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Valentine’s Day Parents Night Out!
Looking for a little me time this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got you covered! Drop off the kids at Western Family Y on Feb. 14th for a fun-filled evening, while you enjoy a well-deserved night out!
Spots fill up FAST, so don’t wait—register today and let the love (and relaxation) begin!

President's Day Open House
2025-02-17 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Celebrate President’s Day at the Y! 🇺🇸 Join us for a special Open House event, as our locations will be OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY! Join us for a day filled with fun for the whole family!
Try out our fitness classes, explore the facility, and see why the Y is where you belong!
Don’t miss the chance to connect, play, and thrive—free for everyone!

Self Defense Basics Workshop
2025-02-18 17:15 - 18:15 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Learn situational awareness and simple self-defense techniques with Dave Mulrooney to stay safe in this one-hour session that covers effective responses to grabs and holds, focusing on escaping and getting away.
Open to all levels—no equipment needed.
Register online or at the front desk!
Limited to 20 spots.

YMCA Guided Meditation Pop-Up
2025-02-21 17:45 - 18:15 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Location: Western Room
Join the YMCA of Delaware for a 30-minute guided meditation event with Jason Kunen to explore different ways to focus your mind on a specific object, thought, or activity to achieve a calm state. This guided meditation class is free to members.

Sunday Brunch
2025-02-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Location: Lobby
It’s the last Sunday of the month!
After crushing your workout, treat yourself to a healthy breakfast—it’s the perfect way to refuel and wrap up the weekend right!

Before & After School Care Early Registration
2025-03-01 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Summer is just around the corner, which means it’s time to get your childcare plans set for the 2025-2026 school year.
The YMCA of Delaware is committed to providing children with a safe and positive experience while promoting unity, acceptance, and fostering a sense of self.
Learn more about Before & After School Care at the Y and how to register here.
Members only. Non-member registration opens April 4th.

Camp Lucky Day | Win A Free Week of Camp!
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-17 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Register for a YMCA of Delaware Day Camp from March 1st through 17th and be entered to win a FREE week of camp!
Register here!

March Fitness Challenge
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-31 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Earn a free shirt when you visit the YMCA 17 times in March and download the YMCA360 App.
Open to members 16+.
Members MUST REGISTER BY MARCH 10th at the front desk or online.

Read Across America Day
2025-03-03 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-03-03 16:30 - 18:30 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Join us as we welcome Kirkwood Library to celebrate the joy of reading! They’ll be set up in the Lobby with a table full of books, and you’ll have the chance to sign up for your very own library card! Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking to join a vibrant community, this is a perfect opportunity to dive into new adventures.
Come on over, connect with the library, and make reading a part of your world!

New YMCA360 App Launch
2025-03-10 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Starting March 10, all YMCA schedules will be available in the YMCA360 app—and you’ll use the app for check-in too!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
• Beginning March 10, you’ll find all schedules in the YMCA360 app.
• The current Daxko App is going away! As of March 17, schedules will only be available in YMCA360.
• Log-in is required! To log in to the YMCA360 app you must have a valid email address on file with us.
Stop by the front desk or login to our member portal to confirm we have your correct email.
