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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Around the Y

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, April 16, 1 – 6 pm

Healthy Kids Day & Les Mills Launch

Saturday, April 24, 11 am – 2 pm

Spinathon

Saturday, May 15, 8 am – 11 am

Zumbathon

Saturday, May 15, 12 – 1:30 pm

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.

Dates

April 17
May 1 & 15

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.

Facility Features

*Note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, some programs and areas are currently closed.

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

Take a Video Tour

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

Hours

FACILITY HOURS

Monday-Thursday: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 5 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Kids Zone and Youth Fitness Center

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

Click here for schedules by location.

Kids Zone (2-5 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.