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

Let’s Talk About Race Workshop

February 3: 11:30am-1:30pm

Led by Jennifer Clement from Educere Institute. Join us as we strive to create an open, honest, and transparent conversation about race. Lunch provided by Metro Diner.

Valentine’s Day

February 14th

Be our Valentine and stop by the lobby for a Valentine’s treat.

Partner Workout

February 14-15

Bring a friend or partner for FREE to join you during your favorite group exercise class.

Kids Zone-Parents’ Night Out

February 17: 5 – 8pm

As a member benefit, you will be able to drop your child(ren) off for up to 3 hours while you leave the premises. Pizza and fruit served. First come, first serve registration at the front desk. $30 for the first child & $25 for any additional children.

Black History Month Celebration EXPO

February 20: 1 -4 pm

In partnership with Women with a Vision, LLC. Come support and uplift small businesses in Delaware as we celebrate the rich culture and history of the Black community. This event is open to the community and will feature a variety of vendors, food, music, and art!

No Registration Required.

Pickleball

Join in on the fun at the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA! Pickleball is a racket/paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Open to all levels.

Tuesday: 9 – 11:45 a.m.
Thursday: 12:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Joey Mason (jmason@ymcade.org)

Working on Wellness (WOW)

We’re excited to offer a special program for middle school students ages 11-15! The WOW program provides students with experiences focused on healthy active living through fitness, sports, professional development, team building and more. The program will run from January 24th – April 20th, information on how to register will be available soon!

Facility Features

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 12 years old
Free Drop-In Babysitting for Children Ages 6 weeks – 7 years old
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
Classes for Preschool, Youth and Family Fun (Swim Lessons, Dance, Family Zumba, Born to Move, etc.)
Variety of Youth Sports Options