Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA

351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE 19702

(302) 836-9622

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Bear Child Care

Check out our Child Care options including Before and After School Care, School is Out care and more!

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Bear Summer Camp

Day and specialty camps at the Y share one thing: they’re about discovery and having the best summer of your life! Click here to learn more about our camps.

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Programs

Our program lineup has something for everyone – fitness, sports, swim lessons, arts and more!

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New Kids Zone Hours!

Monday – Friday: 9 am – 12 pm

Monday – Thursday:  5- 8 pm

Saturday: 8am – 12pm

 

New Youth Fitness Hours!

Monday – Thursday: 5 pm – 8 pm

Saturday:  8am – 12pm

 

Teen Nights

Calling all teens grades 6-12! Join us on Saturday nights from 4 – 7 pm to hang out, make new friends, play games, participate in fun activities, and make awesome memories. Register today at the Member Services Desk.

My Zone Heart Rate Training

Myzone is the most relevant and versatile fitness tracker on the market. Using technology to provide real-time feedback on heart rate, calories, and effort, Myzone ensures that you get accurate feedback on all of your exercise, wherever and however you choose to train. Achieve your health and fitness goals, with motivational support from friends through our Myzone social network, and utilize our unique Myzone Effort Points (MEPs) system to earn the credit you deserve.

Ask us about how you can join our community of 100+ My Zone Training Members.

For more information visit the member services desk.

  • Fitness Center (ages 12* and up): State-of-the-Art Cardio Equipment, Strength Circuit, Free Weights
    *Youth ages 12 & 13 must go through a fitness orientation prior to using the Fitness Center and be accompanied by a parent/guardian during their visit.
  • Youth Fitness Center for Kids Ages 7 to 13
  • Spinning Studio with 50+ Spin Bikes
  • Functional Training Center: Monkey Bars, Plyo Box, Heavy Bag and more
  • Stretching/Training Room
  • TRX Group Training Classes: Basic, Advanced and Specialty Classes
  • Small Group Training Classes for Everyone
  • Indoor pool:  8 lane, 25-yard pool
  • Group Water Exercise Classes: Variety of classes
  • Beautiful Oversized Gymnasium: Family, Adult, Teen Pick-Up Basketball, Pick-Up Volleyball and Pickleball
  • Co-ed Sauna
  • Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
  • Family Locker Room
  • Outdoor Pool Complex:  Family Fun Pool with Beach Entry and 8-Lane Pool
  • Over 100 Group Exercise Classes Weekly- HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, Spinning, Zumba, BodyPump, BodyCombat, GRIT and more
  • Hot Yoga
  • Free Fitness Consultations; Access to Variety of Personal Training Options
  • Monthly Member and Family Events
  • Variety of classes for Preschool, Youth and Family Fun (Swim Lessons, Dance, Family Zumba, Born to Move, etc.)
  • Variety of Youth Sports Options
  • Free Drop-In Babysitting for Children Ages 6 weeks – 12 years

 

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Take a look inside our Y from the comfort of your home. Click here to see a short video showcasing our facility features.

FACILITY HOURS

Monday- Friday: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Kids Zone and Youth Fitness Center

Free Kids Zone and Youth Fitness options while you work out – first come, first serve. 

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  • Kids Zone (6 months – 5 years) – Participants will get together to move, play, explore and have tons of fun! Activities will include fitness games to get your kids moving, and enrichment activities like play-doh, crafts, Legos and more. This program is included in your YMCA family membership.
  • Youth Fitness (5-12 years) Do your kids need a break from online learning? Join us in the Youth Fitness center and we will get them moving with tons of fun activities like obstacle courses, fitness games, circuit training and more! This program is included in your YMCA family membership.

 

Holiday Hours

Labor Day (Monday, September 6): All branches closed. Outdoor pools open.

Terry Mullan

Terry Mullan

Sr. Executive Director, Bear-Glasgow YMCA
(302) 232-7079

Pamela Cox

Pamela Cox

Group Exercise Director
(302) 709-9622 ext. 7022

Amy Desmond

Amy Desmond

Sr. Membership Director
(302) 392-2409

John Gilroy

John Gilroy

Youth Program Director Camp & Youth Sports
(302) 836-9622

Ben Kettner

Ben Kettner

Business Manager
(302) 268-9164

Derek Marshallsea

Membership Sales Associate
302-392-2408

Antonio Thorton

Antonio Thornton

Assistant Childcare and Camp Director
(302) 257-5854

Marty White

Marty White

Sr. Health & Wellness Director
(302) 392-2415

Tracey Wilson

Childcare Registrar
(302) 510-1319

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Our Mission

To empower youth, foster healthy living, and promote strong communities.